Satan: A Romance of the Bahamas

A young, carefree Oxford graduate named Bobby Ratcliffe sets sail on a winter cruise through the West Indies aboard the sleek, turbine‑powered yacht Skelton, owned by his meticulous, devout companion. The two men could not be more different—Bobby craves excitement and mischief, while Skelton clings to strict routines and religious observances—creating a lively tension as they drift beneath a flawless tropical night. Their uneasy partnership promises both camaraderie and conflict as they navigate the sea’s endless horizon.

When the vessel drops anchor off the tiny, gull‑haunted Palm Island, the promise of adventure awakens Bobby’s restless spirit. He dreams of hidden coves, pirate legends, and buried treasure, while Skelton, initially reluctant, begins to recall his own youthful fascination with buccaneers and the romance of the Caribbean past. Their first night on the island sets the stage for a voyage that will test loyalty, daring, and the thin line between order and chaos.