About
Nina Purtee is a worldwide traveler, philosopher, and adventure romance novelist. Growing up in Atlanta, Nina’s father ignited her travel obsession with lavish family trips to exotic locations. Some of those experiences have found their way into her writing. Island-hopping with her family through the Greek Islands on a 95-foot sailboat, the Eleni, gave Nina the inspiration for Don Marco’s vessel, the Porto Banus. While on safari in East Africa, she met a woman artist with her companion, a sculptor, living in tents immersed in their artwork. They inspired the characters of Annie’s friend, Sarah, and the sculptor, Sam. Nina draws from her travels to paint pictures with her words.
The sudden death of a colleague left Nina desolate and became the catalyst for Annie’s journey to seek balance, understanding, and resolution. Beyond the Sea: Annie’s Journey into the Extraordinary is the first in her series. Crossing Paths: The Road to Destiny, the sequel, continues Annie’s journey as the cast of characters widens and matures. “Her storytelling skills throughout the Annie’s Journey series shine through as she effortlessly elicits laughter and tears with her blend of heartwarming and humorous moments to create a dynamic reading experience that keeps readers engaged and emotionally invested in the characters and their journeys.” - Reader Views
Her latest novel, Finding Sarah: A Phoenix to Behold, follows the life of Sarah Wilkinson, one of the interesting characters from the prior two books, into the heart of conservation on the plains of East Africa.
Nina now lives in Florida surrounded by family and friends when she is not traveling the globe seeking new experiences to write about.
Featured Work
Beyond the Sea: Annie's Journey into the Extraordinary
The life of Annie Harrison, a highly educated young woman, is about to change forever. A recent sailing accident involving her closest friend and cousin, Sabine, is the final blow to send Annie spiraling into a depth of guilt and uncertainty. It is her Spanish grandfather who offers Annie the opportunity to board his lavish sailing vessel, the Porto Banus, in Marbella, Spain. Don Marco is quite the gentleman who always has words of wisdom for his precious granddaughter. It is his generosity that allows Annie to embark on an international journey to restore her confidence and sense of balance. Along the way, Annie encounters two dashing suitors...a brave and romantic matador and a mesmerizing and generous Moroccan businessman.
Her inner horizons are expanded by the places that she visits and the friends she makes, seemingly from different worlds. Yet, intrigue surfaces with the reappearance of her father who serves in the British secret service and is now held captive. Who can she trust to save her father? And to find true happiness, Annie must learn to conquer her fear.
Other Works
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Crossing Paths: The Road to Destiny
2023
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Finding Sarah: A Phoenix to Behold
2023
