Marriage at Sea by Sophie Elmhirst

Marriage comes with highs and lows, but this is the true story of a marriage that was put to the ultimate test when a couple was lost at sea for 118 days. Based on the true 1973 story, of Maralyn and Maurice Bailey, "Marriage at Sea" follows the couple as they pursue their dream of living a life on the ocean. Married with no children, they sell their house, quit their jobs and set sail, ready for adventure. With Maurice as the quirky captain, and charming Maralyn as his loyal first mate, they have high hopes for their new life together. However, when a whale suddenly hits their boat while in the Pacific, their lives are threatened. They have to scramble into a rubber raft, grabbing as many provisions as they can, as they watch their beloved boat sink. Then begins a journey ahead as they struggle to survive, and hope to be rescued. Several times they are almost rescued, but they fail to catch the attention of boats in the distance. While surviving on fish and rainwater they catch, they begin to think all hope it lost. The journey not only puts their survival skills to the test, but also their relationship and nautical skills. Soon Maurice's power as captain of the raft is replaced by Maralyn. This fascinating and well written book has you on the edge of your seat with every wave. To buy this book on Amazon click here.