The Scottish Cruise

All aboard the Strathmeir Star as she sets sail on a magical Highland escape around the Scottish Isles…

When widow Maggie Blenkenship books a seven-night Scottish cruise to celebrate her seventieth birthday, she expects breathtaking scenery and quality time with her sister. She doesn't expect to fall in love.

Joined by a colourful cast of fellow passengers – a secretive actress battling frightening memory loss, a sharp-tongued expat running from family ghosts, and a reserved gentleman haunted by his late father's wartime secret – Maggie discovers that the open sea has a way of loosening hearts and unlocking truths.

As the Strathmeir Star weaves through the dramatic Scottish isles, unlikely friendships form, long-buried secrets surface, and love arrives quietly, unexpectedly, and right on time…

The Scottish Cruise is a warm and witty story about second chances, the courage to begin again, and the beautiful, surprising things that can happen when you finally step out of the shadows.

Reviews

Praise for Caroline James:

'The Cruise Club showcases Caroline James’s trademark vivid, quirky characters in a glorious setting.' Sue Moorcroft

‘This book is just what we all need – pure escapism and lots of fun in the sun. Caroline James's light touch and heart-warming characters are a tonic from the first page to the last.’ Judy Leigh

‘A sun-soaked, feel-good escape packed with mystery, mischief, and heart.’ Christie Barlow

'A hilarious, sun-filled love letter to fun and friendship, and the best possible holiday you can take in book form – I feel like I’ve cruised the Mediterranean from my armchair!’ Holly Martin

‘All aboard this feel-good, heart lifting voyage of discovery. A journey filled with unexpected friendships, mischievous twists, and undeniable chemistry…the perfect escape!’ Nicola May

'I sailed away on this adventure with characters who felt so real it was as though I was right there with them on this trip full of fun, frolics and misadventures.' Helen Rolfe

'A wonderful, emotional and heartwarming story of lost love and second chances in an out of this world setting.' Lisa Hobman

'I loved this book and I wish I could give it more than the limit of five stars! What a talent.' Nancy Barone

About the author

Caroline James is a celebrated author of later-life fiction, and her vibrant storytelling stems from her colourful career. Before becoming a full-time writer, she carved out a fascinating path in the hospitality industry, owning a lively pub then a charming country house hotel. As a media agent, she worked closely with celebrity chefs, giving her an insider’s perspective on the glitz, glamour, and grit of the culinary world. When she finally turned her focus to writing, she discovered her true calling, penning best-selling novels that have garnered her legions of fans.