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Anchored Deep
Tia Wells-Fletcher, captain of a luxury superyacht, leads a life many would summers in the Med, winters in the Caribbean, rubbing shoulders with celebrities, and waking up each day in a new, breathtaking location. But tragedy has anchored her heart in silence and grief. Now, only the open ocean and the weight of her responsibilities keep her grounded.
Alex Rossi, a young, free-spirited head chef, steps aboard with a fresh perspective—unaware of the storm she’s about to stir. Drawn to Tia’s unspoken sorrow, which echoes her own past, Alex is determined to uncover the warmth beneath the captain’s steel exterior.
For the first time in years, something stirs inside Tia.
As their bond deepens, she fights her fear of vulnerability while Alex learns to trust in a connection she never believed possible. But when an unexpected turn of events forces Tia to confront what she’s risking, she’s left questioning—can she embrace this love, or will it break her?
Alex Rossi, a young, free-spirited head chef, steps aboard with a fresh perspective—unaware of the storm she’s about to stir. Drawn to Tia’s unspoken sorrow, which echoes her own past, Alex is determined to uncover the warmth beneath the captain’s steel exterior.
For the first time in years, something stirs inside Tia.
As their bond deepens, she fights her fear of vulnerability while Alex learns to trust in a connection she never believed possible. But when an unexpected turn of events forces Tia to confront what she’s risking, she’s left questioning—can she embrace this love, or will it break her?
270 pages, Kindle Edition
Published September 15, 2025
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Natalie Debrabandere
41 books244 followersMy novels are about strong, grounded women who live, love, and thrive in adventurous worlds.
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As Natalie Debrabandere, I write lesbian fiction with a romantic twist.
As N.D. Shar, I dive into edgy sci-fi with kick-ass female leads and non-stop action.
If this is your first experience with my books, I hope you’ll find as much pleasure in reading them as I do in writing them.
The best way to support me? Read, review, and share—share—share!
My books are available worldwide in Kindle and paperback formats on your local Amazon site.
You can contact me through my website: nataliedebrabandere.com
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November 10, 2025
4 - 4,5 ⭐️
Could have done without the quasi break-up till the end.
Could have done without the quasi break-up till the end.
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September 25, 2025
Captain Tia Wells-Fletcher, after finding out her chef is sleeping with customers and staff, fires his ass. Now she needs a new chef, who ideally can do fine dining....
Alex Rossi after leaving the army didn't want to settle down and took various jobs. Now she's there to cook for a super yacht, and meets the very good looking captain.
(The book handwaving the reasons why Captains don't sleep with crew is kind of annoying. And Alex as ex-military again should know that.)
Otherwise OK read
Alex Rossi after leaving the army didn't want to settle down and took various jobs. Now she's there to cook for a super yacht, and meets the very good looking captain.
(The book handwaving the reasons why Captains don't sleep with crew is kind of annoying. And Alex as ex-military again should know that.)
Otherwise OK read
September 28, 2025
A Tale Of The Luxury SuperYachts!
I am a super fan of this author. Her writing is always on point with stories that pull you in. I like this book but it was not up to Natalie’s standard. The characters were a little lacking in chemistry especially for the way this story was heading. Sunny was the strongest character in this book and her chemistry with Tia was worth sticking with it. Alex changed the tempo of the story and not in the way we expected. Having said that, the story was still held together for a HEA but this book needed the supporting cast.
I am a super fan of this author. Her writing is always on point with stories that pull you in. I like this book but it was not up to Natalie’s standard. The characters were a little lacking in chemistry especially for the way this story was heading. Sunny was the strongest character in this book and her chemistry with Tia was worth sticking with it. Alex changed the tempo of the story and not in the way we expected. Having said that, the story was still held together for a HEA but this book needed the supporting cast.
October 6, 2025
EXCEPTIONAL!
I look forward to books by Natalie. I don’t read many of the sci-Fi editions, NOT because of the writing, I just don’t care for the genre. She never fails to deliver on her pure romance books.
This one had all the feels. Slow burn attraction, tormented revelations, and spirit lifting danger. I loved it. ❤️
I look forward to books by Natalie. I don’t read many of the sci-Fi editions, NOT because of the writing, I just don’t care for the genre. She never fails to deliver on her pure romance books.
This one had all the feels. Slow burn attraction, tormented revelations, and spirit lifting danger. I loved it. ❤️
September 19, 2025
I love this author. Her romances are powerful and the settings and careers always draw you in. In this case prepare to learn about super yacht cruising. Fascinating stuff! The MC's of course have baggage to be dealt with but the attraction will not be denied. A great read!
October 29, 2025
Really sweet story
This is one story I really would love to read a sequel to. Tia and Alex are a great couple coming together against the sea and a superyaught as the back drop. Well developed storyline, well thought out characters makes a recipe of me wanting more.
This is one story I really would love to read a sequel to. Tia and Alex are a great couple coming together against the sea and a superyaught as the back drop. Well developed storyline, well thought out characters makes a recipe of me wanting more.
September 16, 2025
Natalie Debrabandere had accustomed us to much better. Poorly written, characters lacking substance. A book that's not for me.
October 22, 2025
Awesome book!
Natalie did it again! Its a great love story easy reading! I love how hard to break the captain was and at the end Alex could do it!
Natalie did it again! Its a great love story easy reading! I love how hard to break the captain was and at the end Alex could do it!
January 4, 2026
anchored deep
The attraction, the boss and crew member attraction never giving up and finally finding their forever place together lively read but loved every page🌹🌈
The attraction, the boss and crew member attraction never giving up and finally finding their forever place together lively read but loved every page🌹🌈
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