Compass Rose

Rose has an extraordinary sense of direction, a gift that earns her a place among the Archipelago Fleet’s elite. It also brings her to the attention of Admiral Comita, who sends her into pirate territory on a secret assignment. Aboard the mercenary vessel Man o’ War, Rose finds that knowing where she is offers little guidance about whom to trust. Captain Miranda is as compelling as she is dangerous, while first mate Orca gives the newcomer few reasons to feel welcome. Navigating the crew’s rivalries and uncertain loyalties becomes essential to staying alive. In a future shaped by the sea, Rose must learn forms of judgment her natural compass cannot supply, including how to understand the attraction that threatens her caution.