This book is historical fiction that reads like a true book. It was sent to me electronically for review from Netgalley. Although the story moves a little slowly, it is worth it to read to the end. The characters are likable...some of them...others maybe not too much...the whale...the others...history...what to do next? Why? What happened? Questions that will be answered in the book by this talented author. I look forward to more books by her. Try this one...wrap up in a warm afghan, enjoy a cup of steaming hot herbal tea...be transported for an afternoon...