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Five Weeks to Jamaica Kindle Edition

by Doug Oudin (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 40 ratings
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Who in this wide and wonderful world has not wanted to say Screw this! and venture off to some exotic tropical destination?



Some years ago, four young adventurers from Southern California did just thatand this is their story.



Convinced that they were buying passage aboard a luxury cruise ship bound for Jamaica, Kurt Decker, his girlfriend Madison, his brother Larry, and their friend Marcos had high expectations. Those expectations were dashed the minute they saw the decidedly luxury-impaired motor vessel Explorer in Ensenada, Mexico. Despite numerous red flags, they boarded, and the bizarre odyssey that would forever change their lives began. The odd and eclectic group of passengers with whom they shared the dubious comforts of the stately ship of fools became family.



Their 5,780-nautical-mile journey took them along the coast of Mexico and Central America, through the Panama Canal, and across the Gulf of Mexico to Jamaica. The voyage inspired no shortage of laughter, tears, joy, and romanceor drama, excitement, and danger along the way too. But once in Jamaica, a new twist to the adventure developed. They agreed to set sail with a salty Englishman aboard a steel-hulled sailboat bound for Florida, where a vicious tropical storm en route threatened their very lives.



For those who love the sea, and for those who merely wonder about it, Five Weeks to Jamaica is a window into the capriciousness of the ocean and the tumultuous vagaries of human nature.

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For those who love the sea, and for those who merely wonder about it,Five Weeks to Jamaica is a window into the capriciousness of the oceanand the tumultuous vagaries of human nature.

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Writing this book fulfilled a longtime goal of mine, to create a work of fiction that contains stories and events that I have seen and done; interspersed with glimpses into my imaginative processes.
My life has taken me to quite a few tropical shores, and I have spent nearly my entire life on and around the ocean. Telling this story has allowed me to share my passion for the sea, give insight into the challenges and dangers inherent in ocean journeys, and show how people react and adjust to seafaring voyages.
While there is no direct correlation to my first work ('Between Two Harbors', Reflections of a Catalina Island Harbormaster'=my memoir), the underlying theme of man's struggles and joys associated with the ocean realm is manifested in both works.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B079J54226
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ iUniverse (April 2, 2015)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 2, 2015
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1026 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 364 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars 40 ratings

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Born in Whittier, California in 1946, Charles Douglas (Doug) Oudin, is married to his bride of 37 years, Maureen, has two sons, Trevor and Troy, and is currently living in Grants Pass, Oregon.

Doug Oudin served as harbormaster on Catalina Island for 32 years. His first book, 'Between Two Harbors, Reflections of a Catalina Island Harbormaster' relates his experiences as harbormaster, his involvement in the death of actress Natalie Wood, and the challenges of raising two sons on a remote island that is a world unto its own.

From life-threatening storms, to unique and sometimes incredible experiences on land and sea, his story is a wonderful insight into a lifestyle that is hard to imagine still exists.

Written from the heart, this memoir reflects his love of his family, his respect of the sea, and the magnetic appeal that so many people have for the 'Island of Romance'.

His second book, an ocean-going adventure/romance novel, 'Five Weeks to Jamaica', is now live on Amazon and other retail book sites.

'Five Weeks to Jamaica' is an action-packed adventure that follows four young friends on an exciting ocean voyage down the coast of Mexico, Central America, through the Panama Canal to Jamaica, and beyond. Their journey is filled with excitement, danger, romance, and the type of sexual interactions that one might expect on a 147' motor yacht carrying thirty passengers on an extended ocean cruise. From exotic ports to unexpected personal encounters and revelations, this seafaring odyssey will keep you raptly entertained.

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4.4 out of 5 stars
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An excellent seafaring adventure!
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An excellent seafaring adventure!
Five Weeks to Jamaica is an exciting seafaring adventure with wonderfully descriptive narrative and characters! Author Doug Oudin takes the reader on a wonderful adventure where one can almost feel the wind in their faces and see the beauty of the stars above. Who hasn't wanted to help guide a yacht to a tropical island like Jamaica? If you don't have the opportunity to take such an adventure, this might be the next best thing! A great story that you don't want to miss reading!
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5.0 out of 5 stars As if I was there on the boat!
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2016
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I could not put this book down for a minute! I read it in a day, very unlike me! Mr Oudin's vivid description of the sunrises and sunsets encountered on this voyage left me spellbound! His knowledge of the ocean and boats is so very evident, from the placid anchorages/harbors to the gale force wind storms with death on their doorstep.. I'm a sailor, so his minute by minute harrowing descriptions of a near-sinking boat left me feeling as if i was sailing with the characters. Mr Oudin's cast of unique characters was the backbone of this story, how they interfaced with each other during times of discovery, striff, danger, romance, and heartache. I hope the author writes a sequel, maybe ten years later with his two main characters, by accident, happen to meet up in say, the South Pacific. Good job on this! Thank you for the experience! Even though I finished this book four days ago, I still think of the ending, and how I would have liked it to be a bit different!
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Lillian M. Finn
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent seafaring adventure!
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2021
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Five Weeks to Jamaica is an exciting seafaring adventure with wonderfully descriptive narrative and characters! Author Doug Oudin takes the reader on a wonderful adventure where one can almost feel the wind in their faces and see the beauty of the stars above. Who hasn't wanted to help guide a yacht to a tropical island like Jamaica? If you don't have the opportunity to take such an adventure, this might be the next best thing! A great story that you don't want to miss reading!
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Lillian M. Finn
5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent seafaring adventure!
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2021
Five Weeks to Jamaica is an exciting seafaring adventure with wonderfully descriptive narrative and characters! Author Doug Oudin takes the reader on a wonderful adventure where one can almost feel the wind in their faces and see the beauty of the stars above. Who hasn't wanted to help guide a yacht to a tropical island like Jamaica? If you don't have the opportunity to take such an adventure, this might be the next best thing! A great story that you don't want to miss reading!
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Trish Dickerson
4.0 out of 5 stars Summer reading adventure!
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2015
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This book took me on a trip! I stepped on board and started the voyage. From the "sleeping quarters", to the meals on board, and each port of call, I shared the journey with the crew ! Mr. Oudins descriptive writing gave me a clear vision of this adventure. This is a great summer read, on a beach, or the bow of a boat, while listening to the sea songs! Enjoyable!
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Jean Middough
5.0 out of 5 stars Who knew?
Reviewed in the United States on September 18, 2017
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Our favorite harbor master at the Isthmus has produced two very interesting and compelling books. The first one brought back many memories, mostly good, but also the one of Memorial Day weekend with gale force winds (I still have the T-shirt 🙄)

I have recommended these books to another boating friend in Long Beach, who then read and enjoyed them, too.

Thanks, Doug!
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Adam
5.0 out of 5 stars Good Story
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2020
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Surprised me! I was looking for something outside my usual genre and found this. A great read, well written.
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Carolyn Graps
5.0 out of 5 stars A brilliant and very well-developed story that would make a great ...
Reviewed in the United States on September 13, 2016
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What an adventure! So true to life and descriptions from characters to weather were made so visual in one's mind. A brilliant and very well-developed story that would make a great movie!
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Linda Purcell
1.0 out of 5 stars Poor poor poor
Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2015
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One of the worst written books ever from the point of view of every single character. Bronze wenches??? Seriously?
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Love Prime
4.0 out of 5 stars I like the scenery
Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2016
I like the scenery, culture, and food described in this book. My favorite sections are the interactions with the locals, which are very realistic and made me long to be back in Central America. The writing is a blend of factual narration about the history and location of the ports combined with the story of the characters who go there. I loved the descriptions of wildlife and the emotional experience that comes from being on the sea. I found the whole story to be very believable.

What I did not care for in the story was the female characters, who did not seem particularly likable or relatable. Much of their involvement in the book was as eye candy and sexual objects. I would have liked to read more about them as people.

Overall, an adventurous read that will make you long for your youth, sandy beaches, fresh tropical fruits, and the magic of sailing.
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