Runaway Riptide: A Journal of Survival and Discovery

Chapter One

When adventurous eighteen-year-old Elaine Sparrow and her loyal dog Me' Loss are swept out to sea by a riptide off the rugged coast of Oregon, Elaine never imagined where fate would take them. Stranded on an unoccupied island, surrounded by wild nature and the explosive beauty of the ocean, their lives changed dramatically.

As Elaine explores the island's mysterious abandoned shelter hidden deep in a sprawling meadow, and a pond brimming with abundant life; she encounters dangerous wildlife—and learns to navigate danger at every turn. With killer whales, sharks, and countless dogfish in the waters and the roaring from sea lion rookeries echoing off the cliffs, Elaine faces her greatest challenge: unraveling the secrets of the shelter while fighting to survive in a world both captivating and dangerous.

Join Elaine and Me' Loss as they not only battle the elements but also learn about courage, friendship, and the power of hope. Runaway Riptide: A Journal of Survival and Discovery is a gripping diary that invites readers into a world where every moment counts and the wild becomes a teacher. Will Elaine and Me' Loss find their way back home, or will they discover a new purpose in their new world? Dive into this unforgettable journal and find out!