When I began this book I was a little iffy about it as it jumped right into the main story without building up Anna’s character but as it went on I forgot all about that. This is more than a romance novel, it is about going through the stages of grief, discovering your true self and learning g to live life to the fullest. I have never wanted to travel to the. Caribbean as it seemed to be all big resorts. The travels that Anna made were to small beautiful and sometimes rugged places that sound like heaven. I don’t know if they are even real places but this is where I would want to table to if I was physically able. Keane is an exceptional character both in being the dream guy but also for all he has overcome. If you are looking for a Romance full of meaning, beautiful scenery and a story of growth than this is the one for you. Thank you to NetGalley, St Martin’s Press and the author Trish Doller for the opportunity to read this wonderful warm book.

Float Plan by Trish Doller is a wonderful contemporary novel that has many components: fiction, part romance, part finding your way in life, and part grief/acceptance.

The author does a fabulous job balancing the line between subject matter that is heavy and heartbreaking: death, loss, grief, acceptance, finding purpose and second chances in life, and the light and airy: the beautiful, relaxing location of the Caribbean, friendship, acceptance, kindling romance, and love.

I felt so bad for Anna and all that she has gone through and lost. I was so thrilled to see her escape, set her eyes towards the horizons, and find Keane. Both characters have arrived into the story with complicated histories sprinkled with obstacles. Both experiencing a missing piece of themselves. Both in search of answers and a future.

This book was excellent in the fact that the characters were realistic, like able, and both had the ability to draw in the reader into their corners and champion their causes. I really liked both Anna and Keane and felt that they played well off of each other and it was great to see not only romance blossoming, but also that both were able to find ways to live on despite what life has handed them. The reader ends the book relaxed, satisfied, and with the overall feeling of happiness found despite it all. What a great way to end a great book.

5/5 stars

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Review I read in a blurb somewhere that the author wrote the book that she wanted to read...well, I guess I wanted to read the same book! This was the perfect getaway book. While reading this I just wanted to jump on the next sailboat to sail the Caribbean...I was totally along for the ride ( cruise?sail?) with Anna, Keane and Queenie the dog, enjoying the beautiful descriptions and the sights of all of the places they visited. I didn’t want this one to end! The characters were also well written and sympathetic, both trying to heal from events that had happened to them; I couldn’t help rooting for them the whole way as they were there for each other as the story unfolded.
If you’re looking for a nice, enjoyable, romantic sail to the Caribbean, this is your book!
Thanks to St. Martin’s Press & Netgalley for the digital review copy. (less)

Trish Doller's Float Plan had everything I look forward to in a book.
In her acknowledgements, she said she wrote the book she has always wanted to read, turns out it was also a book that I wanted to read but had no idea until today; just as I didn't know that my dream holiday is sailing across the Caribbean.
I have almost nothing to say, and all of them are reasons for you to read Float Plan.
It was the perfect escape because it wasn't just about falling in love but also learning about grief and how to move on. And it came with sunshine, a cute doggy, and the ocean, my personal favourites.
The characters were incredibly well-written, caring, and flawed. I didn't want this book to end! The descriptions of the landscapes and towns made it feel like a trip on its own.

Who hasn’t dreamed of jumping in a sailboat and leaving everything behind? In Float Plan, grief-stricken Anna does just that—sails away to the Caribbean to escape the depression she’s been in since her fiancé committed suicide—and experiences adventure, romance, and the possibility of a new life.

This book was an absolute delight. I wanted to climb into the story and stay there forever—with the setting and the characters. Anna and Keane, though both dealing with life’s challenges, were so personable, charming, and fun. The scenery of the islands was gorgeous and inviting. The story wrapped up nicely at the end, however, I would love to see the author make this into a series.

My only drawback with the book was the excessive use of the F-word. I have to wonder why the author chose to sprinkle this profanity throughout such a sweet story. It didn’t seem realistic for one or both of the characters to constantly use this language. I found it unnecessary and distracting.

Thank you to St. Martin’s Press and NetGalley for an ARC of this fantastic book in exchange for an honest review. I will be recommending this to all of my friends, family, book club groups, and colleagues.