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Dark Water Rising by Marian Hale is a historical novel set during the 1900 Galveston Hurricane, centering on young Seth Braeden whose family moves to Galveston for better opportunities. Seth grapples with familial expectations and the devastating hurricane's aftermath, maturing through tragedy and rebuilding his identity and future aspirations as a carpenter amidst immense loss and societal challenges. The novel contains graphic descriptions of the aftermath of a natural disaster, intense racism, and death.