West Wind Drift

By George Barr McCutcheon

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A diverse group of passengers aboard a missing steamship encounter hidden dangers and intriguing mysteries when a stowaway is discovered, setting in motion a journey filled with uncertainty and peril.

Genres

Literature Fiction

Released

2004-07-01

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Summary

"West Wind Drift" by George Barr McCutcheon is an adventure novel set during the early 20th century, possibly around World War I, about the steamship Doraine and its eventful journey at sea. Setting sail from a South American port, the ship, captained by Weatherby Trigger, carries a wide range of passengers and a mysterious cargo, adding suspense to the voyage. A key event occurs early in the journey when Algernon Adonis Percival, a lively stowaway with a hidden past, is discovered on board, sparking intrigue and speculation. The tension rises as the Doraine vanishes without a trace, prompting questions about its perilous fate and the secrets buried within the ship and its diverse passengers. With the backdrop of wartime dangers and the uncertainty of the sea, the story hints at impending threats and intense consequences awaiting the Doraine and all who are on board.