Tracy Edwards is a true heroine of our time. Against unimaginable odds she captained the first all-female crew in the longest, toughest yacht race in the world. Her boat Maiden broke British records in the Whitbread Round the World Race in 1989. It was a feat no one – especially the predominantly male sailing world – had believed possible.
Tracy followed it in 1998 with a dramatic attempt on the Jules Verne Trophy to break the record for non-stop circumnavigation of the globe with the first all-female crew. Sadly, this time, 40 foot seas and a broken mast ended her chances.
Tracy takes us every gripping step of the way through the attempt. Demanding everything of her – physically and mentally – competitive sailing took a huge toll on her personal relationships. Yet the sacrifices had always been worth the rewards. Now though, single motherhood has finally convinced her that the sea can no longer take first place in heart and soul.
With courage, adventure, humour, and gritty determination, this is an enthralling story and unique insight into the making of a heroine.
“Tracy Edwards has always been one of my heroines, and this book tells you why” Andy McNab
Tracy followed it in 1998 with a dramatic attempt on the Jules Verne Trophy to break the record for non-stop circumnavigation of the globe with the first all-female crew. Sadly, this time, 40 foot seas and a broken mast ended her chances.
Tracy takes us every gripping step of the way through the attempt. Demanding everything of her – physically and mentally – competitive sailing took a huge toll on her personal relationships. Yet the sacrifices had always been worth the rewards. Now though, single motherhood has finally convinced her that the sea can no longer take first place in heart and soul.
With courage, adventure, humour, and gritty determination, this is an enthralling story and unique insight into the making of a heroine.
“Tracy Edwards has always been one of my heroines, and this book tells you why” Andy McNab
