Manhattan Beach

During the Great Depression, young Anna Kerrigan accompanies her father to the home of Dexter Styles, a mysterious figure central to her family's survival. Years later, her father has vanished amidst the turmoil of World War II. Anna, working at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, becomes the first female diver, repairing vital ships while supporting her mother and disabled sister. A chance encounter with Styles forces her to confront the complex truth behind her father's disappearance and her own identity in a changing world.
Why You Should Read?
Explores a woman's journey of independence and resilience during World War II.
Offers a detailed look into the Brooklyn Navy Yard and the demanding world of female divers.
Unravels a compelling mystery surrounding a family's secrets and ties to organized crime.
Provides a vivid historical portrait of 1940s New York and the shifting roles of women.