To accurately determine the mood implied by the story’s setting in “Big Water” by Andrea Curtis, I would need specific details or context from the excerpt. However, if the setting has elements that suggest danger or uncertainty, the mood might be described as "eerie and frightening." Conversely, if the setting evokes tranquility and comfort, it would be more "peaceful and relaxed."
Without the specific excerpt, I cannot definitively choose an answer. If you could provide details from the text, I’d be able to assist you better!