Robert P Jones

Gebundenes Buch

An Ocean to Redemption

Navigating Storms of Love, Betrayal, and Deceit on the High Seas

Beschreibung

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.

Autor

Robert P. 'Bob' Jones, a 90-year-old St. Augustine native now residing in Tallahassee, cherishes St. Augustine and its diverse cultures as passionately as anyone ever could. A 1952 graduate of St. Joseph Academy, he served in the USMC before marrying his high school sweetheart, Malinda Louise Usina, on May 28, 1955. He often recalls that day as the happiest of his life. Tragically, Malinda passed away on February 9, 2022, a day he describes as the saddest of his life.During their 72 years together, Bob and Malinda frequently discussed the Minorcan culture, a heritage deeply rooted in Malinda's family. On a visit to St. Augustine, they stopped by the monument of Father Pedro Camps on the west side of the Cathedral. It was there that Malinda pointed out the Usina name and shared stories of her ancestors. They learned that her 4th great-grandmother, Catarina Moll Usina, arrived at the Turnbull plantation, now New Smyrna Beach, in 1768 and died in either 1775 or 1776. The graves of Catarina and 963 other Minorcans remain undiscovered.Bob Jones had a varied career, working as a brick mason and deputy tax assessor for St. Johns County, followed by a stint on the staff of the US Jaycees in Tulsa, Oklahoma. He then served as the executive director of the Southeastern Fisheries Association for 55 years.Currently, Bob is dedicated to a poignant mission: locating the graves of the 'Missing Minorcans.' He is driven by a deep desire to unearth these lost pieces of Minorcan and American history, buried somewhere in the sands of time.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: FriesenPress
• Seitenzahl: 306
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. April 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 235mm x 157mm x 23mm
• Gewicht: 664g
• ISBN-13: 9781039190696
• ISBN-10: 1039190693
• Artikelnr.: 70503391