Sophie Elmhirst Maurice & Maralyn : An extraordinary true story of shipwreck

THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE NERO AWARDS GOLD PRIZE BOOK OF THE YEARA BARACK OBAMA BOOK OF THE YEAR An extraordinary true story of shipwreck, survival and loveAn enthralling, engrossing story of survival Bill BrysonAn absolute jewel of a book India KnightA gripping tale of adventure Elizabeth DayAn extraordinary survival story Sunday TimesBored of 1970s suburban life, Maurice and Maralyn plan their escape sell the house, build a boat, set sail for New Zealand. Then, halfway around the world, their beloved boat is struck by a whale and the pair are cast adrift in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Alone on a tiny raft, their love is put to the test. This is a book about human connection and the human condition about how we survive not just at sea, but in life. This skilful storytelling drew me in...very touching indeed James RebanksWith the adrenaline kick of Jaws . . . A remarkable portrait of a marriage kept afloat against the odds Financial TimesThis dramatic, profound human story is so beautifully told. I really could not put it down Nina StibbeA Guardian, Observer & Waterstones Nonfiction Book of the YearREADERS ADORE MAURICE & MARALYNA riveting tale of survival . . . and of the power of love when all appears lostA mindblowing story of resilience and love in the face of adversityThe very best kind of true story, and beautifully writtenI couldnt put this book downI was absolutely hooked from the outsetPublished as A Marriage at Sea in the USA | Sophie Elmhirst Maurice & Maralyn : An extraordinary true story of shipwreck