by Ari Basil Wagner (Author)
Slipping into her forties, Brooke Kent is at a crossroads. Emerging from the shadow of profound loss, she reluctantly joins her adventurous best friend, Renee, on an all-lesbian cruise in the South Pacific. What begins as tentative steps out of harsh grief transforms into a journey of self-discovery and unexpected connections.
Onboard, Brooke encounters a diverse group of women, each with her own stories of love, resilience, and activism. Among them is Marie, a famous golfer who kindles a spark in Brooke. Just as she navigates her feelings for Marie, another intriguing passenger captivates Brooke's attention. Before she can choose, the cruise takes a dark turn into a fight for survival.
The women must band together and face their deepest fears while supporting one another. Brooke's unresolved grief hinders her finding her place among the heroes. Her journey becomes a raw exploration of love and fear where Brooke finds the bonds she seeks to strengthen may be the ones that ultimately unravel her. Emotionally unprepared, Brooke struggles to find joy while remaining faithful to her heart.