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The Mahone Bay Regatta Festival buzzed with excitement as the sun broke through the morning fog, illuminating the vibrant stalls lining the docks. Harper Finn, a determined seventeen-year-old with sun-kissed skin and an athletic build, stood at the edge of the water, her heart racing with anticipation. The scent of salt and fresh paint filled the air, mingling with the laughter of festival-goers. She adjusted her cap, her eyes scanning the bustling scene, eager to prove herself among the seasoned boat builders.
As she approached her father’s workshop, the tension among the builders was palpable. Rivalries simmered beneath the surface, whispers of jealousy and competition echoing in the salty breeze. Graham Larkin, a stocky man with a weathered face, glared at her from across the dock, his cap pulled low. Harper felt a shiver run down her spine; she knew of his past grudges against her father, and the air thickened with unspoken animosities.
Suddenly, a commotion erupted near the water’s edge. Harper rushed over, her heart pounding. A crowd had gathered around a capsized boat, its hull glistening ominously in the sunlight. As she pushed through the throng, the sight that met her eyes sent a chill through her: the lifeless body of a renowned boat builder, tangled in the ropes, his face pale against the vibrant wood. The festival atmosphere shifted, laughter replaced by gasps of horror. Harper’s instincts kicked in; she needed to investigate. The police would arrive soon, but she could not ignore the urgency of the moment. With a determined glint in her eye, she resolved to uncover the truth behind the murder, setting her on a path of discovery that would challenge everything she believed.
What do you think Harper will uncover first?