Gay's year on Sunset Island

Gay Annersley has spent her childhood tucked into the warm, bustling home of Aunt Mollie and Uncle Charles in a quiet New England village. Though an orphan, she’s loved and surrounded by cousins—Dan, the energetic little brother, Sydney, the adventurous boy, and Reddy, the sprightly ten‑year‑old—yet she feels out of step with the more ladylike Andrée, preferring woods, sports and the open lake to tea parties. When a chance invitation arrives, Gay’s restless spirit is stirred, promising a break from ordinary life and the chance to follow in the daring footsteps of her late sea‑captain father.

The invitation leads her to Sunset Island, a place whispered about for its hidden coves and old pirate legends. As she steps onto the rugged shore, she joins a ragtag group of peers on an unexpected exploration, uncovering a mysterious diary, a stolen map, and the promise of a long‑forgotten treasure. The adventure awakens her love of daring exploits and sets the stage for a summer that could finally prove she’s more than the quiet girl from Braeburn.