This is the story of two men who followed their dream of crossing an ocean and discovered the adventure of a lifetime. Former army officer, mountaineer and film stuntsman Mike Noel-Smith couldn't resist when his friend Rob Abernethy called him up one day and suggested the ultimate challenge becoming the first Britons to row the Indian Ocean. The pair took advice from expert seamen, studied weather charts, trained for months, and planned the trip down to the last detail. But like many before them, they discovered that the sea is a dangerous and ungovernable mistress, capable of turning from calm to lethal rage. This is a pacey, often funny, and ultimately touching tale of courage, fear, love and bloody mindedness in the face of the unconquerable power of the ocean. Adventurous readers will wish they'd been able to join Mike and Rob on their unforgettable trip, sharing every twist and turn, triumph and disaster. The rest will be glad they stayed at home and enjoyed the book!

"Banwell Hill: A Lay of the Severn Sea" is a poetic work that immerses readers in the beauty and grandeur of the Severn Sea. Set against the backdrop of Banwell Hill, the poem captures the majestic landscapes, rolling waves, and picturesque vistas that characterize the region. Through vivid imagery and lyrical language, the poet transports readers on a journey of the senses, inviting them to experience the sights, sounds, and smells of the coastal environment. As the poem unfolds, readers are enveloped in the timeless rhythms of nature and the ever-changing moods of the sea. With its evocative descriptions and immersive storytelling, "Banwell Hill: A Lay of the Severn Sea" celebrates the awe-inspiring power of the natural world and the enduring connection between land and sea. Whether read aloud or savored in solitude, the poem invites readers to pause, reflect, and marvel at the wonders of the natural world that surrounds them.