Excerpt from Big Water by Andrea Curtis. Printed with permission by Orca Book Publishers

To accurately determine the mood implied by the story’s setting in "Big Water" by Andrea Curtis, I would need specific details or themes presented in the excerpt. However, based on the options provided, here are some general guidelines for each response:

- **Peaceful and relaxed**: This mood might be suggested by descriptions of serene landscapes, calm waters, or harmonious interactions with nature.

- **Eerie and frightening**: This would be indicated by unsettling visuals, ominous descriptions, or any sense of danger or foreboding in the environment.

- **Uplifting and cheerful**: A setting that evokes joy or positivity, perhaps through vibrant descriptions of nature or happy interactions among characters, would suggest this mood.

- **Boring and disinterested**: This might be the case if the setting is described in a monotonous or unengaging way, lacking in excitement or intrigue.

Without the excerpt, it is difficult to select the correct mood. If you can provide any specific details from the excerpt, I could help identify the best response.