Thunder Snow & Dry Rain

Join Aleyn James, a young English fisherman, on a gripping adventure in the first English colony of New England. After tragedy strikes his family, he embarks on a journey to the New World to continue his trade. Along the way, he falls in love with Acoona Stonefire, a mysterious Indian woman, and faces the challenges of survival and separation. In the sequel, 'Dry Rain,' follow Aleyn's quest to reunite with his lost love and the surprising twist of fate that awaits him.

In 'Thunder Snow,' Aleyn James, a young English fisherman, becomes the unlikely protagonist of the first English colony in New England. A devastating tidal surge obliterates his home and community, claiming the lives of his family. Determined to carry on his trade, Aleyn joins a two-ship expedition to the New World, where he spends thirteen months with 120 other adventurers. Together, they build a fort and the 30-ton pinnace 'Virginia' while navigating encounters with hostile natives. Aleyn's mission is clear: provide seafood for the struggling colony. Amid the challenges, Aleyn finds solace and love in the arms of Acoona Stonefire, a mysterious Indian woman who claims to be the admiral's half-sister. She becomes his guide in native lore and assists him in meeting his food quota during harsh conditions. However, the admiral's decision to abandon the fort and return to England to claim his deceased brother's estate shatters Aleyn's dreams. Forced to sail with the convoy, he leaves Acoona behind. In the sequel, 'Dry Rain,' Aleyn embarks on another trans-Atlantic journey, boarding the 'Virginia' once more, in a relentless pursuit of his lost love, Acoona. However, the tumultuous era's trials and battles make their reunion seem impossible. When Aleyn finally arrives at Acoona's Newfoundland home, he discovers an unexpected surprise – his son, Humphrey. 'Virginia' and her crew had participated in the sack of Port Royal and chose to winter in Newfoundland due to the season. Aleyn's return to Jamestown aboard 'Virginia' in the spring marks the beginning of a new chapter, leaving behind his newfound family with the promise to return and marry Acoona. Despite facing military orders that thwart his plans, Aleyn perseveres and gains ownership of the pinnace. He sets sail once again, this time bound for Newfoundland to reunite with his family, now expanded to include his daughter, Tara. Along the way, they cross paths with notable historical figures such as Squanto, Samoset, and Captain Thomas Dermer. Experience a captivating tale of love, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of an English fisherman in this historical epic.

Glen F. Alden is a distinguished author with a passion for American history. A graduate of Morse High School in Bath, Maine, Glen earned his BA in English Literature from Gordon College in Wenham, Massachusetts. He also served honorably in the U.S. Navy, stationed in the Philippines and Danang, South Vietnam. In 2011, Glen relocated to Gorham, New Hampshire, where he currently owns and operates the Trail Break Airbnb, just 9 miles from the majestic Mount Washington. His fascination with history began during his childhood at West Point Village grade school in Phippsburg, Maine, where his school bus passed over the very ground where Fort St. George stood in the early 17th century. This curiosity led him to uncover the facts surrounding the first New England colony. 'Thunder Snow and Dry Rain' represents Glen's debut novel, rooted in the historical events surrounding Captain George Popham's pioneering colonization efforts and the Jamestown Colony's struggles after Captain John Smith's return to England. Glen Alden's dedication to historical accuracy and storytelling shines brightly in this gripping tale of adventure and love in the New World.