
Once Burned
by:
Peter David
Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 0671020781
ISBN 13: 9780671020781
Publication date:
October 1st, 1998
Publisher: Pocket Books
Pages: 263
Genres: Science Fiction
In a vibrant coastal town, a renowned bar named "The Captain's Table" serves as a gathering place for seasoned captains and adventurers from all walks of life. The atmosphere is a blend of camaraderie and fierce competition as these individuals share tales of their oceanic exploits. The bar acts as a microcosm of seafaring life, where laughter and rivalries intermingle over stories of storms weathered and treasures sought.
Among the patrons, a sense of unspoken rivalry brews, often leading to high-stakes challenges that test not just nautical skills but endurance and wit. As night falls and the waves crash against the shore, the tension escalates, drawing in newcomers who are intrigued by the legends that swirl like sea foam. Each character brings their own saga, rich with drama and adventure, contributing to a tapestry of human experience.
When a mysterious figure arrives at the bar, the balance of power shifts dramatically. Intrigued by their enigmatic presence, the captains soon find themselves embroiled in a story that weaves through past betrayals and untold riches, challenging their loyalties and alliances. Bound by the spirits of the sea, the stakes have never been higher, propelling the personalities into an exhilarating clash of motives and desires.
Among the patrons, a sense of unspoken rivalry brews, often leading to high-stakes challenges that test not just nautical skills but endurance and wit. As night falls and the waves crash against the shore, the tension escalates, drawing in newcomers who are intrigued by the legends that swirl like sea foam. Each character brings their own saga, rich with drama and adventure, contributing to a tapestry of human experience.
When a mysterious figure arrives at the bar, the balance of power shifts dramatically. Intrigued by their enigmatic presence, the captains soon find themselves embroiled in a story that weaves through past betrayals and untold riches, challenging their loyalties and alliances. Bound by the spirits of the sea, the stakes have never been higher, propelling the personalities into an exhilarating clash of motives and desires.