The Edge of Winter by Luanne Rice

A story taking place on the coast of Rhode Island.  A place where a love of nature and a strong hold on its history brings people together and tears people apart.  A young girl finally sees a snowy owl and also learns of the fate of a sunken submarine.  She wants to save it all and learns much about the ways of the world around her.  Other characters are dealing with their past and working on a stronger future.  Rice is always good at weaving story lines together and really giving you a good feel for everyone involved.  A good book worth the time.