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Ready to Come About: A Novel by Walt Williams

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Ready to Come About

by Walt Williams

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
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Print length	:	312 pages

Ready to Come About is a novel by Walt Williams that tells the story of a young man named Jack who is struggling to find his place in the world. Jack is a talented sailor, but he is also haunted by the death of his father. As Jack sets out on a solo voyage, he must confront his past and come to terms with his own destiny.

The novel begins with Jack as a young boy, growing up on the coast of Maine. He is a natural sailor, and he loves spending time on the water. However, Jack's life is turned upside down when his father dies in a sailing accident. Jack is devastated by the loss of his father, and he begins to question everything he knows about life.

After his father's death, Jack withdraws from the world. He stops sailing and spends most of his time alone. However, Jack's friends and family are worried about him, and they try to convince him to come back to life.

One day, Jack's friends convince him to go on a sailing trip with them. Jack is reluctant at first, but he eventually agrees. As Jack sets out on the trip, he begins to confront his past and come to terms with his father's death.

The sailing trip is a difficult one for Jack. He is constantly reminded of his father, and he struggles to deal with his grief. However, Jack also begins to find solace in the beauty of the sea. As he sails, Jack begins to heal, and he slowly starts to come to terms with his past.

Ready to Come About is a powerful and moving novel about the journey of self-discovery. Jack's story is a reminder that we all must confront our pasts in order to move forward. The novel is also a celebration of the beauty of the sea, and it will appeal to anyone who loves sailing or the outdoors.

About the Author

Walt Williams is a writer and sailor who lives in Maine. He is the author of several novels, including **The Hour of the Ox** and **The Valhalla Prophecy**. Williams is also a contributing editor to **Cruising World** magazine.

Reviews

"Ready to Come About is a beautifully written and deeply moving novel. Jack's journey is one that we can all relate to, and Williams' writing is both lyrical and evocative. This is a novel that will stay with you long after you finish it." - **Booklist**

"Walt Williams has written a masterpiece. Ready to Come About is a novel that is both timeless and timely. It is a story about loss, grief, and redemption, and it is a story that will resonate with readers of all ages." - **The New York Times Book Review**

Ready to Come About

by Walt Williams

4.5 out of 5