Sea, Sand and, Katrina... - Grant Sam

Sea, Sand and Katrina, is set in contemporary time. Ben Sharpe, a former merchant navy officer, buys paddle steamer Princess Katrina, with an inheritance left to him by his Aunt Rose.

He is married to Felicity, and they have three children. Caroline the eldest; then Patrick and Justin.

Erica, Ben's mother joins the family aboard for Christmas, while her apartment is being re- decorated.