Wanderfoot (The Dream Ship)

"Wanderfoot (The Dream Ship)" by Cynthia Stockley is an early 20th-century novel about grappling with grief and unexpectedly finding love on the open sea. The story follows Garrett Westenra, an Irish surgeon haunted by his mother's death and a deep sense of isolation as he crosses the Atlantic. His life shifts when he meets Valentine Valdana, a journalist whose unconventional spirit and hidden emotional wounds stir a complex and uneasy attraction in him. Initially put off by her perceived recklessness, Garrett finds himself drawn to Valentine as they share meals and conversation. As they confront their personal demons and the challenges of their voyage, a deeper connection emerges, prompting Garrett to face his feelings for her and question everything he thought he knew about love and loss.