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ABOUT THE BOOK |
Embark on a journey unlike any other in An Ocean to Redemption – an engaging memoir that unveils a breathtaking tale of love, betrayal, and adventure.
Rob and Lisa, after years of marital bliss, surrender to wanderlust and embark on an ambitious two-year sailing odyssey around the world. As their expedition nears its final chapter, they find themselves marooned in South Africa, yearning to join a yacht delivery as crew on yet another epic trip across the Atlantic Ocean and back home to their native Canada. Here, their lives intertwine with the charismatic Adam, an acquaintance from their thrilling escapades sailing across the Pacific Ocean, who warmly opens his doors to them during their time in South Africa.
A gesture of hospitality to be sure, but this quickly turns into a nerve-wracking inflection point when it becomes apparent to Rob that Adam's interest in Lisa surpasses mere friendship. To Rob's dismay, he discovers his wife entangled in a secret affair, cunningly concealed right under his nose. Brace yourself as Rob bares his soul, recounting the harrowing tale of grappling with a fractured marriage while navigating the expansive Atlantic with his estranged wife.
Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous, awe-inspiring voyage, An Ocean to Redemption is an artfully-crafted story that delves into the depths of love, betrayal and deceit. Emotionally vulnerable, the book’s unfolding narrative transports readers into a world teeming with adventure, heartache, and ultimately, acceptance.
Rob and Lisa, after years of marital bliss, surrender to wanderlust and embark on an ambitious two-year sailing odyssey around the world. As their expedition nears its final chapter, they find themselves marooned in South Africa, yearning to join a yacht delivery as crew on yet another epic trip across the Atlantic Ocean and back home to their native Canada. Here, their lives intertwine with the charismatic Adam, an acquaintance from their thrilling escapades sailing across the Pacific Ocean, who warmly opens his doors to them during their time in South Africa.
A gesture of hospitality to be sure, but this quickly turns into a nerve-wracking inflection point when it becomes apparent to Rob that Adam's interest in Lisa surpasses mere friendship. To Rob's dismay, he discovers his wife entangled in a secret affair, cunningly concealed right under his nose. Brace yourself as Rob bares his soul, recounting the harrowing tale of grappling with a fractured marriage while navigating the expansive Atlantic with his estranged wife.
Set against the backdrop of a tumultuous, awe-inspiring voyage, An Ocean to Redemption is an artfully-crafted story that delves into the depths of love, betrayal and deceit. Emotionally vulnerable, the book’s unfolding narrative transports readers into a world teeming with adventure, heartache, and ultimately, acceptance.
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about the author |
Robert P. Jones is an adventurer in many ways: a sailor, recreational pilot, long-distance cyclist, kayaker, SCUBA diver and general outdoor enthusiast.
He circumnavigated the globe in 2007–2009 and biked across Canada in 2017 (www.canadabikeadventure.wordpress.com). Having lived and traveled all over Canada and countless other countries the world over, he is the father of two loving children, and currently resides in New Brunswick, Canada.
He circumnavigated the globe in 2007–2009 and biked across Canada in 2017 (www.canadabikeadventure.wordpress.com). Having lived and traveled all over Canada and countless other countries the world over, he is the father of two loving children, and currently resides in New Brunswick, Canada.
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A Canadian couple’s around-the-world trip takes an unexpected detour when one of the two proves unfaithful. ... An absorbing, often gloomy true story of a life-changing journey.— Kirkus Reviews
