The Captain's Ledger

The Captain’s Ledger is a historical mystery that connects an unsolved 1803 river crime with a modern investigation along the Roanoke River and Lake Gaston region of North Carolina. When a group of Boy Scouts discovers a weathered tin box near the ruins of an old homestead, they uncover clues to a long‑forgotten murder and robbery that occurred aboard a batteau traveling the river more than a century earlier.

Guided by Scoutmaster Jack Harris and local historian Elliott Thompson, the boys’ discovery initiates a search for answers that blends archival research, oral history, and the lingering presence of those tied to the original crime. As past and present converge, the investigation reveals the circumstances surrounding the tragedy and the individuals involved, offering long‑delayed resolution to a case buried by time.

This work combines regional history, mystery elements, and a light supernatural thread to explore themes of justice, memory, and the enduring impact of untold stories.