Maiden voyage

About this book

"Defying convention, young Julia MacLean signs on as personal secretary to the world-famous newspaper mogul Samuel F. Dawson as he embarks on a trip around the world aboard his yacht, the Sophia. It's a daring move for a young woman in 1924, especially a young woman raised in polite Southern society. But Julia is no ordinary woman."--BOOK JACKET. "It's not all smooth sailing. Before they reach the open seas, Julia discovers that the great Mr. Dawson (loosely based on E. W. Scripps) is not only brilliant, inspiring and generous; he's also demanding, exasperating, selfish, and egotistical. Julia is almost overwhelmed by Dawson's complexity and the difficulty of satisfying his needs."--BOOK JACKET. "As their travel adventure unfolds, however, they come to an understanding filled with mutual respect and affection. In the process, Julia sees the world - Rome, Alexandria, Zanzibar, Borneo, the South Pacific.... She experiences the stormy seas of romance, she witnesses danger and death, and she discovers her talent as a journalist."--BOOK JACKET.