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About the Book

Autobiographical writing has a particular value as a literary form, especially when, as seems clear, the written style is quite to the point, lucid and communicates well. The richly detailed and colorful account of the life , loves and friendships built up around the most extraordinary life of John L Werrill .

The panorama of experience , trials , determination, effort to succeed in a worldly competitive arena, is richly textured, well observed, and not without more than the usual touch of spice and intrigue. No matter what obstacle, the writer seldom say's no , to anything especially on any or all challenges that he faces , along the way , compelling the reader to remain with him as each incident unravels.

Working up the chain of command in a ship's galley , John's efforts are relentless, imaginative, creative, inspiring , and not without his inherent humor which carries him over many seemingly, insurmountable issues and ongoing incidents. Seldom he is boring, and slow to think, plus without a definitive plan of future life, we can learn a good lesson of achievement and a sense of purpose as one reads.

From one arena, to the other, aboard cruise liner's of mammoth proportions, the Chef de Cuisine is held in high regard, as well he should, and John continues on his helter skeltor journey to the eventual pinnacle, but not without stark reminders of daily life's realities, unfazed by many, who would prefer the home comfort's he left behind.

To luxury, spacious yachts with no limits on time, demand, and satisfaction, for the very rich and some famous, we get a very rare insight into the daily goings on, both on shore in sumptuous homes around the globe. Sailing to parts unknown on a whim. Immaculate turn out, undeniable hilarity, to keep one guessing from the beginning to the end. One might very well feel out of breath, when you have read it.


Book Reviews

" I found this book to be quite delightful. In all of Mr. Werrill's travels and experiences, given his writing style, I felt I was right there with him. In his colorful and careful descriptions of his life, one was left with a feeling of what's next for this very adventurous gentleman. He left me with a sense of my own personal longing to write of my adventures. Who knows, perhaps you'll have another interesting book to publish one day. I thoroughly enjoyed this read and certainly would buy any future books written by Mr. Werrill."

-Marlene Cooper Williams

Readers' Comments

1) Uproarious antics and escapades with shipmates, employers, colleagues, and lovers.
2) Rivals and surpasses “Benny Hill” in being rather risqué and absolutely hilarious.
3) Always the sense of family, especially Mother, Louise 4) Uncanny ability to think on his feet to avert nearly all matters of trouble…virtually rendering himself unscathed nearly every time.
5) Strong sense of faith, and three true loves, Beverly, Kirsten and mother.
6) One event after another, stealing your breath one moment, with an OMG, then total laughter.
7) Life onboard ship, private yachts and in the servitude of some of San Francisco’s wealthiest.
8) Left with the feeling of having been that fly on the wall, witnessing one man’s life that goes beyond all others.
9) When asked: Is there anything you have not done, anyplace you have not been, and anyone you have not met…the simple answer would be “NO”.
10) John L Werrill should receive an honorary professorship, and hit the lecture circuit, especially at the commence- ment of universities; he simply has so much to share of life experiences, which most people could not possibly

About the Author

My Father wanted me to follow in his footsteps and help design the world famous Leyland Trucks and Buses. Mother wanted .me to take over management of Grandfather’s arable farm. I wanted to be an airline pilot , or a ship's captain, but I discovered to my disappointment I was color blind, and couldn't tell if a ship or plane was coming towards me or going away . In a small town like Leyland, where everybody knew everybody else, and all my school friends married each other, and dreamed of leaving, it was assumed I was out of my mind. Of course, I felt otherwise. I was after all, at the top of my classes in school, in practically everything except needlepoint. Totally out of context with my thinking, I would commence as a trainee cook on board a ship. And the rest is history.