- Paperback: 256 pages
- Publisher: Adlard Coles Nautical (1 Mar 2012)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1408151413
- ISBN-13: 978-1408151419
- Product Dimensions: 19.6 x 12.6 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 63,381 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The book is touching and recounts some hilarious anecdotes ... The story is told by Justin in an incredibly honest and modest way, and their lives are a great example of what can be achieved with a little ambition and a lot of hard work. --Telegraph
Every now and again you come across a book the world needs to read, and this is one of them.
--Jenni Davis
Every now and again you come across a book the world needs to read, and this is one of them.
--Jenni Davis
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I have been in tears several times - mostly of laughter, and once out of sympathy... Every now and again you come across a book the world needs to read, and this is one of them. -- Jenni Davis
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book is so incredible! It is beautifully written, taking you along the amazing journey of Justin and Linda with their gracious humour and humility. Their courage and strength is palpable. Following a tragic event you travel, in the most beautiful yacht built by them and experience such passion for life. This passion attracts some amazing characters that mostly show kindness. It also allows you to savour the amazing flavours that leap from the pages of the fine local foods sourced and served with care and dedication. The illustrations also by Justin are enchanting.
If you feel you could do with a change this book will inspire you to make a change.
If you feel you could do with a change this book will inspire you to make a change.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Brilliant descriptions of the motley crew of characters, and interesting spots they sail to, in their self built boat. And what a journey too, from house fire to liveaboards. There are many sailing books, but this is definitely one of the top 5 I've read. Enjoy... And Caol Ila is a great dram too :-)
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This book recalls what we all should do but how many of us do it? If you have followed your dream, this story will accompany your memories. If you haven't got there yet this will entertain and inspire you to go! Justin and linda's story is beautifully writtain with a wry wit and story telling at it's best. Whether or not you've ever sailed there's plenty of nautical madness to make roll about with laughter....the many characters are almost too crazy to be true until Justins' reasuring log makes you realise this was a journey into themselves as well as many a good bottle of whiskey!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
CAUTION!
Do not attempt to read this book unless you are prepared to be captured and captivated for the time it will take you to consume its every fascinating detail from cover to... Read more
Published 19 days ago by Debra
Deeply eccentric
This book is a delightful read interspersing, like a Mr Bean sketch, moments of poignancy, laugh out loud laughter and the odd tear. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Chloe Green
The human side of sailing ........
I am not a sailor but like many people have had dreams of sailing away on a wooden boat or preferably finding a hidden enclave and using the boat as a cocoon from modern... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Ian P. Stevens
Phoenix from the ashes
This is a real life adventure story which is recounted in a humorous and interesting style.
Justin and Linda have lived many peoples' dream. A really good read.
Justin and Linda have lived many peoples' dream. A really good read.
Published 1 month ago by Dudley
Beautifully written and moving story
This book makes such a refreshing change from the usual hum-drum sailing books normally released. Apart from the very reason for the existence of the story in the first place,... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Trix
An inspiration
This wonderful book was a real inspiration to me, not that I should build a house and boat like Justin, but that I should slow down a bit and take time to enjoy the naturally good... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Martin
The Most Beautiful Boat You Ever Saw
This Book is such a joy! It has something for every jaded soul who wonders "what's it all about ,Alfie? Read more
Published 2 months ago by Miss Fitz
Nought so queer as folk!
I read this book even though I do not sail - my husband does and he thought I may like the human side of the encounters along the way. Well I did! Read more
Published 2 months ago by dodopad
"Good will come of this"
Here's a book that should come with one of those government health warnings you see on cigarettes - "Warning: This book can cause chronic itchy feet". Read more
Published 2 months ago by 2naive
I loved it! A must.
Phew! I got to the end of the book and thought: 'Wow - that was a journey and a half!' - what a wonderful book, and beautifully written.
Published 2 months ago by Sue
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