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The Co-Captain's Log
From the Graveyard of the Pacific to the paradise of the Polynesian Islands…
This is the true story of a journey with real people, real places, and the adventures that inevitably follow.
Katherine and Andrés leave lucrative jobs and a stable life to accomplish his dream of sailing the world. She worries what awaits them beyond the Failure? Pirates? Poverty? Will they make it to the South Pacific, and will they survive the voyage? (Better yet, will their marriage?) The epic expedition puts them face-to-face with waves that threaten to take their lives, whales that take their breath away, and strangers who show serendipitous hospitality. Katherine, a natural storyteller, invites you aboard to experience first-hand an immersive, multimedia journey that places you on deck as they cross the world’s largest ocean.
The Co-Captain's Log featuresA multimedia Pacific Crossing experience with photos, videos, and audio Maps and photos for each chapter so you can get your bearings as you travel through the bookA discussion guide and other book club resources to make your next book club meeting lively and memorableResources so you can use the book to supplement your child's curriculum You'll travel vicariously to Washington State & the San Juan Islands, West Coast of the Oregon coast, California coast, Channel Islands National Park, Catalina Island, Baja California and the Sea of Cortez in Mexico, Pacific Ocean, French Marquesas, Tuamotu, Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora, American Samoa, Tonga
This is the true story of a journey with real people, real places, and the adventures that inevitably follow.
Katherine and Andrés leave lucrative jobs and a stable life to accomplish his dream of sailing the world. She worries what awaits them beyond the Failure? Pirates? Poverty? Will they make it to the South Pacific, and will they survive the voyage? (Better yet, will their marriage?) The epic expedition puts them face-to-face with waves that threaten to take their lives, whales that take their breath away, and strangers who show serendipitous hospitality. Katherine, a natural storyteller, invites you aboard to experience first-hand an immersive, multimedia journey that places you on deck as they cross the world’s largest ocean.
The Co-Captain's Log featuresA multimedia Pacific Crossing experience with photos, videos, and audio Maps and photos for each chapter so you can get your bearings as you travel through the bookA discussion guide and other book club resources to make your next book club meeting lively and memorableResources so you can use the book to supplement your child's curriculum You'll travel vicariously to Washington State & the San Juan Islands, West Coast of the Oregon coast, California coast, Channel Islands National Park, Catalina Island, Baja California and the Sea of Cortez in Mexico, Pacific Ocean, French Marquesas, Tuamotu, Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora, American Samoa, Tonga
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Published October 10, 2024
About the author
Katherine González
1 book2 followersKatherine González is a born-and-bred Midwesterner who lived abroad for work and with Rotary International before she fell in love with a sailor who had a dream to cruise the world.
Together they sailed 11,000 nautical miles across the Earth’s largest ocean on the 34-foot sailboat, Ana María.
As a natural storyteller and entertaining writer, she sent a monthly Co-Captain’s Log email to her followers about the challenges and delights of exploring the world by sailboat.
She and her husband have returned to the United States in search of their next adventure.
Together they sailed 11,000 nautical miles across the Earth’s largest ocean on the 34-foot sailboat, Ana María.
As a natural storyteller and entertaining writer, she sent a monthly Co-Captain’s Log email to her followers about the challenges and delights of exploring the world by sailboat.
She and her husband have returned to the United States in search of their next adventure.
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October 30, 2024
This is not the typical type of book that I read but I am so glad I gave it a chance. This book takes you along for the ride as Katherine and her husband sail across the Pacific. There were many different parts where I felt like I was on the boat beside them, and it definitely showed me that I am not brave enough to ever try this myself. I would definitely recommend this to anyone itching to travel the world but for one reason or another just can’t.
I would like to thank the author and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book.
I would like to thank the author and NetGalley for an advanced copy of this book.
April 24, 2026
Imagine not just dreaming of adventure, but actually chasing it across the open ocean. Katherine and Andres Gonzalez did exactly that, and The Co-Captain’s Log brings readers along for the journey.
This travelogue follows the young couple as they pursue their dream of sailing around the world. The quit their jobs, bought a sailboat, and spent several years at sea. I have never been on a sailboat, so this was a whole new world for me. I wasn’t sure I would fully understand it. But Katherine’s immersive storytelling pulled me right in, as if I were in the middle of the South Pacific myself, navigating atolls, meeting islanders and fellow cruisers, and watching whales surface alongside the boat. (Oh, to have had that opportunity!)
The book contains plenty of technical information for those interested in sailing, but it’s shared in such a relatable way that you don’t need any prior knowledge to enjoy it. It will appeal to anyone who loves stories of real-life adventure and the courage it takes to pursue it.
I felt tremendous admiration for the skill and bravery required to make a dream like this come true, and I truly enjoyed meeting the people they encountered and visiting the places they explored. I cheered when they reached New Zealand and felt a bit of sadness knowing the journey was coming to an end. I have a feeling this won’t be their last adventure, and I’d gladly read whatever Gonzalez writes next.
This travelogue follows the young couple as they pursue their dream of sailing around the world. The quit their jobs, bought a sailboat, and spent several years at sea. I have never been on a sailboat, so this was a whole new world for me. I wasn’t sure I would fully understand it. But Katherine’s immersive storytelling pulled me right in, as if I were in the middle of the South Pacific myself, navigating atolls, meeting islanders and fellow cruisers, and watching whales surface alongside the boat. (Oh, to have had that opportunity!)
The book contains plenty of technical information for those interested in sailing, but it’s shared in such a relatable way that you don’t need any prior knowledge to enjoy it. It will appeal to anyone who loves stories of real-life adventure and the courage it takes to pursue it.
I felt tremendous admiration for the skill and bravery required to make a dream like this come true, and I truly enjoyed meeting the people they encountered and visiting the places they explored. I cheered when they reached New Zealand and felt a bit of sadness knowing the journey was coming to an end. I have a feeling this won’t be their last adventure, and I’d gladly read whatever Gonzalez writes next.
November 18, 2024
A brutally honest account of an incredible journey around the world!
I learnt so much!
I admire Katherine and Andres, their journey was just so amazing, and the way that they told the stort made me feel like I was there with them!
If you have ever wanted to sail a boat anywhere, read this!
It is heartwarming, gripping and inspirational!
I learnt so much!
I admire Katherine and Andres, their journey was just so amazing, and the way that they told the stort made me feel like I was there with them!
If you have ever wanted to sail a boat anywhere, read this!
It is heartwarming, gripping and inspirational!
January 9, 2025
I tried doing the daily emails for the pacific crossing but I think the author underestimated how hard it would be to wait! I powered through it. :)
A fun read that helps you dream big.
A fun read that helps you dream big.
October 23, 2024
Fantastic book!
Katherine is a wonderful storyteller. She takes you with her on the adventure of a lifetime. Set sail down the west coast of the US into Mexico and then across the Pacific Ocean. Meet the cruisers they encounter along the way, experience the wildlife, learn about the different cultures and cuisines. And for the non-boating people, learn a thing or two about sailing and all the blood, sweat, and tears that go into it. This is a great read for anyone. Katherine really makes you feel like you are right there with her and Andres as they live out their dream, something very few of us actually have the guts to do!
Katherine is a wonderful storyteller. She takes you with her on the adventure of a lifetime. Set sail down the west coast of the US into Mexico and then across the Pacific Ocean. Meet the cruisers they encounter along the way, experience the wildlife, learn about the different cultures and cuisines. And for the non-boating people, learn a thing or two about sailing and all the blood, sweat, and tears that go into it. This is a great read for anyone. Katherine really makes you feel like you are right there with her and Andres as they live out their dream, something very few of us actually have the guts to do!
December 5, 2024
The Co-Captain’s Log is a beautiful story of a couple undergoing the ultimate journey and challenge of sailing across the Pacific Ocean. They face medical issues, extreme weather, and unknown international access. Their bets pay off and takes them to some incredible places that few people will ever get to experience.
This book has opened up my eyes to the sailing community and challenges of boat maintenance and ownership. The relationship of the authors is enjoyable and shows the patience and coordination to make the trip a success.
Thank you to the publisher and BookSirens for the ARC. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
This book has opened up my eyes to the sailing community and challenges of boat maintenance and ownership. The relationship of the authors is enjoyable and shows the patience and coordination to make the trip a success.
Thank you to the publisher and BookSirens for the ARC. I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
January 14, 2025
This book is about Katherine and Andres' journey in a 34' sailboat from Washington to Mexico to French Polynesia to New Zealand. Katherine is usually the author (but Andres makes appearances) and she writes in a fresh style that includes each day as a chapter and includes everything from wind and speed to food and friends.
I particularly enjoyed hearing about the people they met along the journey. Other sailors (rich and poor), a guy rowing across the Pacific (seriously - Google it) and islanders who opened up their homes if the restaurants were closed.
Bravo Katherine! I am impressed with the journey and the book.
I particularly enjoyed hearing about the people they met along the journey. Other sailors (rich and poor), a guy rowing across the Pacific (seriously - Google it) and islanders who opened up their homes if the restaurants were closed.
Bravo Katherine! I am impressed with the journey and the book.
October 17, 2024
The Co-Captain's Log details the epic journey Katherine and Andres take to sail (yes, sail!) across the Pacific Ocean. It is a unique and engrossing combination of sailing logs, personal backstories, and anecdotes from their voyage, with a couple misadventures that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Within The Co-Captain's Log, you are introduced to characters, cultures, and food from far removed corners of the world, many that you may never experience first hand. After experiencing their journey, the only question left is: Where to next?
January 10, 2025
I loved this book! I had the pleasure of stumbling upon it and meeting the author right before I took a trip to New Zealand. Reading about this courageous voyage across the Pacific helped me to put aside any jitters about my trip. Katherine’s writing style is captivating, funny, and insightful. I was hooked and enjoyed the log style format with interesting highlights of each stop or day. The world of sailing was new to me and it was fascinating to learn some of the terminology, skills, and grit that it takes. This was a great read!
May 19, 2025
Our women’s sailing book club just finished reading this book. The club as a whole enjoyed following Katherine’s journey. My personal favorite part of any sailing book is the recounting of animal adventures. This book did not disappoint. There is a beautifully written whale encounter scene off the coast of Oregon that is just lovely. Her retelling of the encounter with a large migrating pod was magical.
Katherine was nice enough to join our book club discussion this month and it was wonderful. She told some stories and answered all our questions about life on a sailboat.
Thanks Katherine!
Katherine was nice enough to join our book club discussion this month and it was wonderful. She told some stories and answered all our questions about life on a sailboat.
Thanks Katherine!
March 17, 2025
fantastic
Stellar adventure. Love, trust, good food, excitement.
I didn’t understand all the sailing terminology but Katherine explained most of what you really need. The people met along the way were great and at least half the fun. The wildlife also great! I appreciated that Katherine used her own name enough I didn’t forget who was speaking as is the case with many memoirs. I especially appreciated the problem solving process in the back of the book. What a nice bonus.
Stellar adventure. Love, trust, good food, excitement.
I didn’t understand all the sailing terminology but Katherine explained most of what you really need. The people met along the way were great and at least half the fun. The wildlife also great! I appreciated that Katherine used her own name enough I didn’t forget who was speaking as is the case with many memoirs. I especially appreciated the problem solving process in the back of the book. What a nice bonus.
January 22, 2025
Such a riveting tale of a transoceanic adventure authored by a new sailor and her husband. This wonderful story was written day by day, in blog format, as they embarked upon this endeavor. Whether you have sailed a boat, or not, you will be drawn in to her excellently woven tale of a true life perseverance of one man’s dream.
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