Witchwater Country

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This story follows the coming of age of four boys living on the edge of marshland as they embark on a quest to find the remains of Amy Johnson, who crashed in the Thames Estuary after WWII. Their search leads to tragedy for one, leaving the three survivors mentally and spiritually scarred. The narrative also explores an adult relationship through the eyes of the younger generation, focusing on a grandfather and grandmother who have grown apart, much to their grandson's distress. The mystical atmosphere of the marshland and estuary deeply impacts Titch, the visiting narrator, as he navigates this unfamiliar landscape filled with strange characters and hidden dangers. Throughout a summer of bizarre occurrences, Titch faces emotional turmoil while confronting the wrath of nature. One stormy night, he and his grandparents find themselves in grave danger as a violent flood engulfs the marshes, destroying homes and lives. The relentless ocean, unleashed from its confines, wreaks havoc on the vulnerable country folk, dragging them from their beds and leading them to an irreversible fate.