Draft:The Love Boats
| Author | Jeraldine Saunders |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Published | 1973 (Pinnacle Books) |
The Love Boats is a 1973 semi-autobiographical novel by Jeraldine Saunders, based on her experiences working as a cruise hostess.[1] The book served as the inspiration of The Love Boat.[2]
Reception
[edit]"As much fun as a trip around the world," said Irving Shulman. The Los Angeles Times proclaimed the book was full of, "Exotic ports, erotic games on a sea of sun, sex, and booze!"
Adaptation
[edit]The novel served as inspiration for the long running television series The Love Boat.
References
[edit]- ^ "Island Princess Schedules 'Occult Cruise' To Mexico". The Indianapolis Star. Indianapolis, Indiana. April 29, 1973.
- ^ Cathro, Morton (July 1, 1973). "Confessions of a Cruise Directress". Oakland Tribune. Oakland, California.