| About the Book
Shipwreck at Sleeping Bear takes you back to the middle of the 20th
century, where three young adults struggle with timeless issues.
One
youth comes from wealth, another from a working-class family, and
the third from an ancient village hidden deep in the forest.
Let
Cole, Kate and Aupetchi tell you about their adventures of that
summer, adventures that include shipwrecks, beach parties, scuba
diving, lumberjacks, a marriage proposal, swimming races, a plan to
steal Native American land, special friendships and true love.
These
events unfold upon the majestic backdrop that is Michigan history.
Each
is following a clear path to adulthood on a trail their ancestors
have blazed for them. No one questions his or her direction. No one,
that is, until this fateful summer, when the trio help two very
different civilizations learn to live together. By summers end they
each gain a deeper appreciation for personal character while helping
the reader understand the true meaning of love, virtue and honor.
About
the Author
Robin Shutt has lived, worked, vacationed, and played in the regions
written about in Shipwreck at Sleeping Bear. Robin’s interests
include Michigan history, shipwreck diving, Native American
spirituality, competitive swimming and hospitality. Robin now lives
in Upstate New York and works as a public speaker, management
trainer, and business etiquette expert. Robin previously served as a
university professor, collegiate swim coach, hospitality
professional, and newspaper opinion page writer. This is Robin’s
first novel.
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