Compass, Water, Stone and Time

Liam Dutra is a historian and trail runner. He loves the forested mountains and open waters of his home in Vermont. But he also loves questions; maybe too much for his own good. When an ancient, tattered journal comes his way, the quest for answers leads Liam to the surprising connections between an 1866 rebellion by Irish Republicans in Vermont and a series of present-day murders taking place in the shadows of nearby Irish Hill Ridge. With the help of earthy and dynamic Shawn Edson—who just might have her own stake in things—Liam Dutra has a chance to unlock ancient secrets, unearth Civil War treasure, and solve the murders—if, that is, he can stay alive. Combining suspense, strong sense of place, and a vivid look at some almost-forgotten aspects of New England history, COMPASS, WATER, STONE AND TIME is an evocative, engaging read.