Forsaken Dreams by Marylu Tyndall

Author:Marylu Tyndall [Tyndall, Marylu]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: Fiction, Christian, Romance
ISBN: 9781620299937
Google: FFRCHGa5rloC
Publisher: Barbour Publishing
Published: 2013-02-28T16:00:00+00:00

Not wanting anyone to see her fear, Eliza had been successful at keeping her tears at bay, but now, hours later in her cabin, she could not stop them from trickling down her cheeks. Nor could she stop from trembling like a palm frond in the wind. She’d accepted her fate that morning, but to have her hopes revived only to be dashed again had wreaked havoc on her emotions. Darkness slithered outside the porthole of her cabin, teasing her with its temporary reign as every minute ticked by until the sun would rise and she’d be put ashore.

“What shall I do, Stowy?” She kissed the top of the feline’s head and snuggled against his furry cheek, but the only answer she received was the contented rumble of a purr.

Unable to eat, she’d refused dinner and instead had paced her cabin, pleading with God for another chance. Sarah had joined her shortly after sunset. But after praying with Eliza and encouraging her to trust her fate to the Almighty, she had retired, complaining of a sore back. Poor food, the constant movement of the ship, and the oppressive heat did little to ease the discomfort of the woman’s condition. Yet thankfully, she now swayed calmly in her hammock, sound asleep. In a way, Eliza had much in common with Sarah. They were both alone in the world, and both had huge obstacles to overcome. Yet while Sarah slept peacefully, believing God would take care of her, Eliza’s restless soul drove her mad with worry.

The door creaked, and Angeline entered. “I thought you’d be asleep,” she whispered after glancing at Sarah.

“I can’t.” Eliza hugged herself and plopped down in the only chair.

Skirts swished. Angeline sat on the trunk beside her and took her hand. “It isn’t fair.” Stowy leaped onto Angeline’s lap and curled into a ball. She stroked his fur as if he were her only friend in the world. “Why don’t I go with you?” Her voice lifted in excitement. “Two are better than one.”

“Don’t be absurd. Why should both of us suffer? You haven’t done anything wrong.”

Nothing but the creak of the ship and Stowy’s purrs replied. “You don’t know that,” Angeline finally whispered.

Eliza squeezed her hand. “Surely nothing that would warrant them hating you as much as they hate me.”

“I’m not so sure.” Angeline’s voice weighed heavy with regret. “I don’t even know why they hate you. I mean, you’re not really a Yankee.”

“They are hurting. They need someone to blame.”

Rising, Angeline bundled Stowy in her arms.

“Thank you, Angeline. It’s nice to have friends on board.” Even if Eliza could count them all on one hand.

Moonlight swayed over Angeline with the rock of the ship. Silver, black, silver, black. Much like the woman’s moods. Happy then sad, bold then timid. Eliza could not forget how Angeline had nearly fainted when the frigate captured them. Or, alternatively, how she boldly stood beside Eliza when the passengers threatened to toss her overboard. Eliza longed to know Angeline’s story. She longed to help her.

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