At the end of a tour in the Caribbean, successful, single New York travel agent Lily Gardner is at the peak of her career when she meets a man who owns a boat and lives on an island ... in Canada. Lily follows Will north, trading in her hot tropical islands for the cold island of Manitoulin. A summer visit becomes an engagement as Lily falls in love despite the distance between Manhattan and Manitoulin. She begins to put down roots, reinventing herself in a new life far from the streets of New York. Winter arrives, however, and tests Lily's love and her ambitions. She has to confront her assumptions and her desires to survive loss, betrayal, and the challenges of growth. It is only by coming to understand herself that Lily realizes where her heart truly lies.
This nonstop Caribbean sailing adventure begins with an idyllic atmosphere of delight and discovery. Three magnificent sailboats, in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, are docked at the pier. Aboard Yacht Quadriga are Captain Dutch and Amy; on Yacht Bravo, Captain Beth and Brad, and aboard Zephyr, Captain Zeb and Zoe, sun-glazed, experienced couples. Each couple has dreamed, and planned for exquisite sailing adventures. As they languorously sail, however, rainbows disappear and sunsets darken, harbingers of approaching daring challenges. Dangerously casual and cunning underlings of Caribbean drug lords seduce them through harmless and tranquil adventures. As shocking incidents build to brutal fury, each couple must use their ingenuity and strength to defend themselves against the syndicate to search for their own smart path to safety. But will the perpetrators, the murderers, ever be caught and brought to justice from the ominous seas of the Caribbean and the Islands? Overflowing with sharply observed life at sea, one ethical question leads us through this Caribbean journey. Does justice prevail? Climb aboard, settle in, and get your lifeline ready to enjoy this powerful tale of blue water sailing that provides keen observation that only a seasoned sailor can provide.
Exhilarating Stories of Our Worldly Travelers The Worldly Travelers is an easy-to-read collection of rich historical profi les of courageous adventurers. As some of the most awe-inspiring travelers ever recorded, each man and woman, with their singular curiosity, resolution, and stamina, helped change the course of human history. Journey with them within the pages of this book; you’ll fi nd they were distinctive and colorful, and as they explored, made discoveries that have signifi cantly altered today’s approach to travel and discovery. PRAISE FROM READERS: “The Worldly Travelers off ers exhilarating stories about the most amazing travelers in the history of our planet. Dr. Edgell and Ms. Kogos make these stories easy to read, learn and most of all, enjoy!” The Honorable Frederick Bush, Former Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism “David Edgell never ceases to amaze, with his unique and fascinating approach to tourism. This is a great book for tourism people and for anyone interested in our world and the incredible people who have helped nations to interact with each over the centuries. Bonnie Kogos, collaborating with Dr. Edgell, adds a new enjoyable dimension. A must read.” Professor Geoff rey Lipman, Former President, World Travel & Tourism Council; President of SUNx Malta and Adjunct Professor at the Victoria University Melbourne.
A light-hearted and loving journey of discovery on the Island of Manitoulin, this book is for anyone who thinks there are no treasures left to unearth in Canada. It's the story of a New York City woman who comes of age on this Island, growing and sharing in a warm and witty way the insights, changes, and impacts that this adventure has had on her. If you live on Manitoulin, have visited it, or even if you have never even heard of the largest freshwater island in the world, you'll love these assorted quirky adventures seen from the discerning eye of a New Yorker who stumbles across one of the finest jewels in the Great Lakes. You'll learn delightful secrets and smile warmly over Bonnie’s observations. Imagine being mistaken for a rich, red, ripe tomato! Bonnie Kogos has a passion for Manitoulin Island. As the author of The Sudbury Star's "Window Seat" columns for the past ten years, she presents some of her favourite stories here, for you. If you’ve never been to Manitoulin, this will make you want to go-- or perhaps even stay!"--www.manitoulin-link.com/tomato/
This nonstop Caribbean sailing adventure begins with an idyllic atmosphere of delight and discovery. Three magnificent sailboats, in St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, are docked at the pier. Aboard Yacht Quadriga are Captain Dutch and Amy; on Yacht Bravo, Captain Beth and Brad, and aboard Zephyr, Captain Zeb and Zoe, sun-glazed, experienced couples. Each couple has dreamed, and planned for exquisite sailing adventures. As they languorously sail, however, rainbows disappear and sunsets darken, harbingers of approaching daring challenges. Dangerously casual and cunning underlings of Caribbean drug lords seduce them through harmless and tranquil adventures. As shocking incidents build to brutal fury, each couple must use their ingenuity and strength to defend themselves against the syndicate to search for their own smart path to safety. But will the perpetrators, the murderers, ever be caught and brought to justice from the ominous seas of the Caribbean and the Islands? Overflowing with sharply observed life at sea, one ethical question leads us through this Caribbean journey. Does justice prevail? Climb aboard, settle in, and get your lifeline ready to enjoy this powerful tale of blue water sailing that provides keen observation that only a seasoned sailor can provide.
Exhilarating Stories of Our Worldly Travelers The Worldly Travelers is an easy-to-read collection of rich historical profi les of courageous adventurers. As some of the most awe-inspiring travelers ever recorded, each man and woman, with their singular curiosity, resolution, and stamina, helped change the course of human history. Journey with them within the pages of this book; you’ll fi nd they were distinctive and colorful, and as they explored, made discoveries that have signifi cantly altered today’s approach to travel and discovery. PRAISE FROM READERS: “The Worldly Travelers off ers exhilarating stories about the most amazing travelers in the history of our planet. Dr. Edgell and Ms. Kogos make these stories easy to read, learn and most of all, enjoy!” The Honorable Frederick Bush, Former Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Travel and Tourism “David Edgell never ceases to amaze, with his unique and fascinating approach to tourism. This is a great book for tourism people and for anyone interested in our world and the incredible people who have helped nations to interact with each over the centuries. Bonnie Kogos, collaborating with Dr. Edgell, adds a new enjoyable dimension. A must read.” Professor Geoff rey Lipman, Former President, World Travel & Tourism Council; President of SUNx Malta and Adjunct Professor at the Victoria University Melbourne.
A light-hearted and loving journey of discovery on the Island of Manitoulin, this book is for anyone who thinks there are no treasures left to unearth in Canada. It's the story of a New York City woman who comes of age on this Island, growing and sharing in a warm and witty way the insights, changes, and impacts that this adventure has had on her. If you live on Manitoulin, have visited it, or even if you have never even heard of the largest freshwater island in the world, you'll love these assorted quirky adventures seen from the discerning eye of a New Yorker who stumbles across one of the finest jewels in the Great Lakes. You'll learn delightful secrets and smile warmly over Bonnie’s observations. Imagine being mistaken for a rich, red, ripe tomato! Bonnie Kogos has a passion for Manitoulin Island. As the author of The Sudbury Star's "Window Seat" columns for the past ten years, she presents some of her favourite stories here, for you. If you’ve never been to Manitoulin, this will make you want to go-- or perhaps even stay!"--www.manitoulin-link.com/tomato/
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