rogue wave, killing in its unpredictability, hits Meredith broadside on. The "MV Albion" docks in Southampton on the Southern coast of England at the beginning of the Easter holidays. Meredith and the Captain parted after the Gala Ball on the last night but one of the cruise. Meredith gave the Captain an ultimatum: she wouldn't see him again until he had sought treatment for his controlling behavior.
Free from the threat of Kempton, Meredith can pursue her degree course at Oxford University. The Captain still has two years to spend at sea. Will the Captain make good on his promise to reform? Will all be plain sailing if he does?