Author:
Alex McGilvery has been reading since before he can remember, and writing almost that long. He has published 18 books and is author and editor at his imprint Celticfrog Publishing. He lives in Kamloops with his dog and the stories clawing their way out of his head.

They’re chasing a myth in the name of science.

Calliope works for her explorer father as an artist, recording what he brings back from his journeys in her sketchbooks. When she’s given a chance to go along on a trip to capture a sea serpent she doesn’t hesitate.

Life at sea isn't what she expected, and she ends up fascinated by the engine room of the steamship HMRV Peregrine. A tragedy makes her assistant engineer, but Pentam, her father’s protégé, is even more determined than her father to make Cal a fine lady. That means protecting her from danger, even if it drives her crazy.
When science and legend collide, Cal is the one who must take up the challenge of survival, even if it means risking her new-found feelings for Pentam.

Calliope

Captain Cully ordered the Peregrine to slow, then came down to the deck to consult with Sir Shillingsworth. Cal drew them as she listened. 


"We can't sail through this stuff; it'll tangle the screw in no time. Won't be stuck out here."


"I have every intention of reporting back to Lord Carroway. This is your ship, Captain Cully. We'll turn north or south from here."


"We turn north then, sail against the current and cover more of the mat."


"North it is." Sir Shillingsworth looked over at Cal. "Call the expedition together and I'll let them know what's decided."


"Yes, Sir." She scampered off to find the other members of the team. The tea had nicely steeped when she returned with Pentam. 


"Had to let him finish in the darkroom."


Chapter 27: The Gyre Part 1