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The Spirit of Sol e Mar: The First Book in the “Crossing Thresholds to the Past” Series

It’s 1880 … the peak of New Bedford’s whaling industry in a beautiful Greek revival mansion at 396 County Street. Amelia sits at her desk overlooking the bustling harbor and ponders a grand gesture that would be a dedication to her recently deceased father, impacting the world more than she could ever have dreamed.

Fast forward almost 140 years later, grappling with the loss of her parents, and an overbearing boss, Jessica dives headfirst into a new assignment that leads her to this beautiful house at 396 County Street. New Bedford is not the bustling city it once was, but Jess is drawn to its character and soon she is longing to know more about one of its most generous residents, Amelia Hickling Jones.

This is a story of friendship that spans time and space. Amelia is desperately seeking Jess’s help, but can Jess balance her own burdens with requests from beyond. History, mansions, and spirits … oh my!


The Rotch Jones Duff House, 396 County Street, New Bedford, MA