Boating for beginners

by Jeanette Winterson

First published 1985

Jeanette, a land-locked office worker, impulsively buys a sailboat. Navigating rough currents and mechanical mishaps, she must confront her own fear of the unknown to master the art of boating. As Jeanette's confidence grows, so does her appreciation for the freedom and solace the open water provides, leading to an unexpected catharsis.

Genres: fiction, romance, adventure, contemporary

Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking

Tropes: fish-out-of-water, personal-growth

160 pages · Paperback · Methuen

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