Stop Drifting, Start Rowing

One Woman's Search for Happiness and Meaning Alone on the Pacific

By: Roz Savage

Narrated by: Roz Savage

Length: 7 hrs and 50 mins

Publisher's summary

In 2007, Roz Savage set out to row 8,000 miles across the Pacific Ocean—alone. Despite having successfully rowed across the Atlantic the previous year, the Pacific presented the former office worker with unprecedented challenges and overpowering currents—both in the water and within herself.

Crossing Earth’s largest ocean alone might seem a long way removed from everyday life, yet the lessons Roz learned about the inner journey, the ocean, and the world are relevant to all of us. She shares tales of the ups and downs of her voyage across the waves, while offering insights on how to find happiness through a meaningful and rewarding life.

©2013 Roz Savage (P)2013 Audible Inc.

Critic reviews

"[Savage's] British accent adds a personal touch to her account of the joys and challenges of undertaking such a big trip. This first-person account displays her intimate maritime knowledge, as conveyed in the technical details of her trip." (AudioFile)

Inspirational, insightul and just fabulous!

Where does Stop Drifting, Start Rowing rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

On my all time favorites list. This is a remarkable story told wonderfully. Beautifully written and read. Enjoyed every line. A truly inspirational womans story.

What did you like best about this story?

The purpose of her challenge never left the story.

What about Roz Savage’s performance did you like?

Never felt like she was reading. Rather storytelling. Superb.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

There is a line in the book ...something like. ...average woman does extraordinary thing...

Thought provoking

Not only a good story and well read but gives the listener lots to think about too about the pollution of our oceans

Riveting!

What does Roz Savage bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I love that the author read the book, and through her expression I was able to almost feel as if I were sitting next to her. Great voice and inflection for narration.

Any additional comments?

This was an excellent story of not only adventure but also one of how resilient people are. Roz experienced extreme situations and she describes how they made her feel but also why she did what she did and how it made her stronger. The book was well written and well narrated. I was just enthralled. I thank Roz for making my drive to and from work something to look forward to! I highly recommend this book.

What a Life

Having the writer tell her own story gave an amazing reality as she recounts her laudable experiences

JKADV

Great story! I loved it! I recommend the book to everyone! I'm looking forward to reading more about Roz Savage!

Can not believe it! Roz is my new hero!!

Would you consider the audio edition of Stop Drifting, Start Rowing to be better than the print version?

I am a listener not a reader.

What did you like best about this story?

Loved her voice-how she worded all her thoughts in the book and what a journey both physically and mentally.
wow!!!

Sooo Enjoyable and informative!

What made the experience of listening to Stop Drifting, Start Rowing the most enjoyable?

It was narrated by the author - you just experience it on a deeper level if its read by the person who experiences it first hand!

What was one of the most memorable moments of Stop Drifting, Start Rowing?

Too many!! - Two guys on plastic raft- The helicopter rescue- Over all sense and experience being in the middle of nowhere - loved it.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The general&over all amount of help / money and love produced by strangers to help Roz achieve her goals. It just shows you that if you put yourself out there, in a sincere and honest way, you will never find yourself to be alone.

One of Best Adventure Books I ever Read

What did you love best about Stop Drifting, Start Rowing?

I loved her introspection and honesty .. She transported me via her words out onto the deep ,fragil world of the open ocean ...

Who was your favorite character and why?

Ros is my hero and someone to learn from

Have you listened to any of Roz Savage’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No But I will !

What did you learn from Stop Drifting, Start Rowing that you would use in your daily life?

Perservance and my small supposedly inconsequential decisions are not inconsequential at all in fact its all we really do have control of !
I found the saying "war will end when the Power of Love is greater than the Love of Power " attributed to Jim Hendrix .... Unforgetable !!

Any additional comments?

I want to know Where Ros will be talking next !

Inspirational.

Inspirational An incredible feat performed by a humble human being. She did not find meaning, she created a meaningful life. Bravo

What a Lady!

Would you listen to Stop Drifting, Start Rowing again? Why?

I will, it's storytelling at its best!

What did you like best about this story?

I listened almost 3 hours thinking it was an professional voice talent reading the book, not Roz. She is amazing!

Which scene was your favorite?

She weaves in motivation, hope, love and knowledge with a fantastic story!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Oh yes!

Any additional comments?

If you are a woman, you will love this woman.