Kindly old Rev Pewsworthy wants only to restore relationships. He oversteps the mark with Bob, but without understanding the problem the outcome is disastrous: the repercussions could not have been imagined. As his cat Bos'un observed: "Bob didn't mean to do it. Do humans ever think of the consequences?" And what will become of Sue? Emotionally unstable, she is in no position to make right judgements, hovering between the old and the new. Who knows what will happen next? In the meantime, the young man to replace the vicar comes on the scene, and romance soon blossoms. Thank God for some stability! 'Incoming Tide' then is the story of imperfect humans trying their best to make their way though life. Both foolishness and wisdom play their part as the power of the elements tosses them for better or worse. This novel is a continuation of Olive Clarke's previous books: 'The Blessing of the Sun', 'The Golden Claw', and 'The Homecoming'. Although sequential, each story will stand successfully on its own.