First published 2024
Sophia Othonos thought she had finally found her perfect match. Her boyfriend seemed different from all the disappointing dates before him. When he proposed a romantic cruise to the Galápagos Islands, she felt certain they were moving toward something serious. The rustic nature trip wasn't her preferred vacation style, but she was willing to try anything for love. Then he cancels at the last minute. Sophia faces a choice: forfeit the trip or go alone. She chooses to sail solo into unfamiliar waters. Surrounded by volcanic islands and exotic wildlife, Sophia begins questioning everything about her relationship and her life choices. The natural world forces her to examine who she really is versus who she thought she wanted to become. Eight days among untamed landscapes and unique species give her space to think clearly. The islands operate on principles of adaptation and survival. Sophia discovers she might need to apply those same principles to her own life.
Genres: fiction, romance, contemporary, contemporary-romance
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, second-chance
Setting: Galapagos Islands
54 pages · Kindle Edition · Amazon Original Stories