If you have lived at sea you will immediately identify the trials and tribulations a Seaman goes through, which the author captures so well. And even if you have not, you are bound to admire the word play and the impeccable story telling skills of a master story teller.

In this paperback of 12 stories, my top 3 are “Sapphire Blue”, “Transition” and “Stairway to Heaven” and the others follow close behind. There is something in them for all types of readers, those who love reading adventure or romance or intrigue.

From the very first story, “The Piano Man”, the author takes you on a rollercoaster ride and believe me, the book is unputdownable.

Even though the stories are not connected to each other, a common thread runs through it. The Sea is the real hero and the human working on that wide expanse of water, is but a slave of sentiment, lust, greed or plain love, who is trying to make the best out of the given circumstances.

So readers, go for this cruise on the seas with the Captain, the author of this gem.

Yatindra Tawde