Stronger than death / Sonya L. Bolek.

An ancient scroll. An island that's calling. When on a life changing post-grad expedition, passionately curious Raye Sutherland makes and incredible discovery that changes the course she had originally envisioned for herself. She's called to journey to a small village along the charming coast of Chesapeake Bay where friendships are forged, mysteries are revealed and a lonely, enigmatic stranger no longer holds freedom in-hand. The connection between the centuries-old texts and this mystery of anguish, is too significant to ignore.. Is her faith enough to compete with time, buried secrets and the threat of an eternity of pain? This book weaves together powerful emotion, daily life in a characteristic beachfront town, fellowship found in unexpected people and a young woman's innocent thirst for answers.