Night of the Water Spirits

A Journey Beneath the Surface

In Night of the Water Spirits, Barbara Bisco crafts a mesmerizing tale that drifts effortlessly between myth and reality. Set in the lush and enigmatic landscapes of the Caribbean, the novel invites readers to step into a world where ancient legends awaken and the boundary between water and land is ever shifting. The protagonist, Anna, finds herself drawn to a remote island, searching for answers buried deep in her family’s history. As she navigates shimmering lagoons and shadowy mangrove forests, Anna is haunted by elusive whispers and the shimmering presence of the island’s water spirits—supernatural beings whose power is as beautiful as it is dangerous.

Echoes of Myth and Memory

Bisco’s narrative weaves together the vibrant folklore of the Caribbean with the universal themes of loss, longing, and self-discovery. Through lyrical prose and evocative imagery, she explores the delicate tension between modernity and tradition, and the secrets that ripple beneath the surface of every community. Anna’s journey is more than a quest for truth; it becomes a confrontation with the ghosts of her own past and the unyielding call of destiny. With every turn of the page, the mysteries of the island grow deeper, and Anna must decide what she is willing to risk to bring her story—and the spirits' story—to light.

Barbara Bisco: A Unique Storyteller

Night of the Water Spirits stands out for its atmospheric detail and immersive sense of place. Bisco draws on her deep appreciation for Caribbean culture and oral tradition to create a world that feels both timeless and immediate. Readers who delight in magical realism, richly-drawn characters, and a touch of the uncanny will find themselves spellbound by this unforgettable novel. Through Anna’s eyes, we see the power of stories to heal, to haunt, and ultimately to transform. The author’s deft touch ensures that the spirits who inhabit these pages linger long after the last chapter is closed.

About the Author: Barbara Bisco is a British-Caribbean writer whose fascination with myth, nature, and the mysteries of the human heart infuses all her work. With Night of the Water Spirits, she delivers a lyrical meditation on identity and belonging, rooted in the enchanting rhythms of the islands.