All at Sea

I absolutely loved this book, John takes you with him on his journey every page of the way ,It was so easy to read because i wanted to know what was going to happen next . This book has everything you need drama, love adventure and mystery . It is has a beginning a middle and a meaningful end ,in Johns future and career choice .I truly believe this would make a fantastic movie. It is great story and would bring back memories for people at the time ,but also for anybody to think hard on your career choices or the path you are contemplating.

Enjoyed the book, a good incite into to adolescents of the sixties, the adventures of a young man who perhaps unfortunately through no fault of his own, and probably lack of guidance early in life, made some wrong choices and decisions in an attempt to improve his life

Really enjoyed reading this book. John manages to convey the timeline authentically. The use of music in particular strikes a chord. The mod influence resonates. Sure he makes some bad decisions, who wouldn't after such a difficult upbringing. But as I say there is an authenticity about his style that I like and it makes for a great read,

This book will surprise and delight you, as you follow the author around the world in a series of 'misadventures' and escapades that will have you totally absorbed with tears and laughter. There is something 'familiar' in every event and emotion that unfolds within this book, that you will emotionally relate to on a deeply personal level, in some way or other. It reveals the fundamental humanity of expanding youth, on display with every turn of the page. The author and narrator is a warm, 'glass half full ' individual, living as a 'Matelot' who exists in a world that he 'misinterpreted' as becoming his road to freedom after difficult childhood experiences. He navigates through a tough life of exciting changes and disappointing 'realism', and in his writing, draws you into the narrative until you feel you have shared some of his experiences. If you like to invest in your characters, and step outside of your comfort-zone, then this is the book for you. A 'gem' of a book, not to be missed.