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Escape from the Ordinary

By: Julie Bradley
Narrated by: Janet Metzger
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When you arrive at foreign shores by sailboat, it's not such a small world after all.

Come along with Glen and Julie as they sail around the world and discover that reality is even bigger than the escape they imagined.

This breathtakingly personal true story will thrill those wanting to sail off into the sunset or enjoy the wonders of the world from the comfort of home. Escape from the Ordinary reminds you of the unlimited possibilities in life and nudges the listener into thoughts of their own dreams.

Not a technical book about sailing or storm tactics but vividly described, full-tilt adventures on foreign shores.

©2018 Close Reach Publishing (P)2019 Tantor Adventure Travel Sailing Sailing & Boating Water Sports Adventure Sports Boating
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good good listening book would recommend to others interested in sailing and world travel very interesting book

good

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I enjoyed hearing about their decision to retire, sell everything and see the world. For many reasons, I feel it would be hard to make such decision.
I will admit to shedding a tear upon hearing their version and experience of 9/11. A very difficult time in world history for so many.
Looking forward to the next novel, Crossing Pirate Waters, to learn about how their journey ends.

Enjoyable story

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It is written from the heart and easy to connect with, really enjoyed the shearing of the voyage no

Good story

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Loved that each chapter took you into a new aspect of ship life interwoven with the highs and lows of their world travel adventures. I was sorry that the book ended as I was left wanting more 😊

The title was well chosen

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Couple of mispronounced words around New Zealand but the story was great. Would recommend.

Great insights

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Real life adventure on the open sea.
Made me feel like I was the one sailing around the world!

Great storytelling

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The story in this audio book is rather mediocre and highlights how terrible these two are at sailing. Their ignorance of sailing and seamanship is astounding, as is their lack of knowledge regarding many of the places they visited.
I almost gave up on this book due to the lack knowledge of sailing terminology and also the frequently mispronounced words and names.
Ironically the book is titled "Escape from the Ordinary" but their journey seemed pretty ordinary and at times tedious.

Mediocre Story and Annoying Reading

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