The Boat Trip by Heather J. Fitt

Back of the Book

Duchess is about to set sail from Scotland to St. Lucia. But before she even leaves port an argument erupts. It’s only the first in a series of unsettling events that will beset Helen, the skipper, her best friend, and the remaining crew.

During a port of call in the Canary Islands, tensions mount further when an unexpected guest joins the crew. Then, a near-fatal allergic reaction raises the pressure level—and finally, during a fierce storm, someone goes overboard…

Is this a run of bad luck or is one person at the heart of the turmoil and violence? And if so, can the culprit be identified before they reach the Caribbean?

Book Review

I’ve been a big fan of Heather J. Fitt’s writing since her first two books, “Open Your Eyes” and “The Flight.” Heather’s writing is just super. “Open Your Eyes” was intense and dark, delving deep into the scary world of the dark web. “The Flight” was a thrilling mystery set on, no surprise, a plane, and I was hooked from the first page. So, when I got an early ARC of “The Boat Trip” by Heather J. Fitt to review, I was overjoyed.

However, “The Boat Trip” didn’t quite meet my expectations. Don’t get me wrong; Heather J. Fitt’s writing is still top-notch. She has a way with words that draw you in, making you feel right there with the characters. What didn’t work for me was the single point of view in this book. It felt more like reading someone’s diary, and I feel having multiple perspectives would have added the missing depth and excitement. In such a small space as the yacht it just needed more.

“The Boat Trip” by Heather J. Fitt is about a yacht named Duchess embarking on a journey from Scotland to St. Lucia. Right from the start, tensions run high as an argument erupts among the crew. This is just the beginning of a series of unsettling events that plague Helen, the skipper, her best friend, and the rest of the crew. When they make a stop at the Canary Islands, things take an even more ominous turn as an unexpected guest joins them. Then, a near-fatal allergic reaction ratchets up the pressure, and during a fierce storm, someone mysteriously goes overboard.

In conclusion, while “The Boat Trip” by Heather J. Fitt didn’t quite reach the same level of enjoyment for me as her previous books, her writing remains exceptional. Her ability to create a vivid and immersive world is unmatched. I would still recommend giving it a read, especially if you’re a fan of her unique writing style, but be prepared for a more singular perspective in this particular tale.

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