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Susan, a devoted flight attendant, serves passengers on a long flight to South America, where the destination’s golden sands and brilliant blue sea offer a stark contrast to the routine of flight service. During the trip, she develops a connection with the charismatic First Officer Alan Heathley, whose humor and kindness create a sense of companionship. Meanwhile, the silent and distant Captain John Jefferson appears to intrude on Susan's longing for a deeper, “adoring soulmate,” complicating her romantic feelings. The novel explores themes of travel, love, and the desire for a meaningful partnership against the backdrop of an exotic South American setting.
First publish date: 1956
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Betty Beaty
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