my latest novel . . .

Dick Jensen thought he’d found balance—managing a luxury marina business off the Florida coast, offering guests the thrill of deep-sea fishing, the serenity of snorkeling, and the elegance of dinner cruises under starlight.  But beneath the surface of routine lies a tide of longing and complexity.  Celeste, his steady partner in the marina, brings calm and clarity. Judith, a flame from the past, returns with unpredictable winds and unresolved passion. When Judith’s ex-boyfriend arrives, secrets begin to surface—and the waters grow darker.  As storms roll in and emergencies unfold—a riptide rescue, a heart attack at sea, a shark encounter—Dick must navigate more than the ocean. He’s caught between love and loyalty, past and present, safety and desire.

Then, on a day that begins like any other, their marina yacht is over taken by Cuban pirates and serious bodily harm is rendered to one of the crew.  Forbidden Desire is a story of leadership tested, love entangled, and the mysterious depths that call to every heart.

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