Review of Bluewater Walkabout
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Review of Bluewater Walkabout
[Following is a volunteer review of "Bluewater Walkabout" by Tina Dreffin.]
In Bluewater Walkabout: Into Africa, Tina Dreffin reminds us all that we are just one decision away from the adventure of our lives. All we need is the courage to pursue it. Tina vividly narrates the real-life story of how she and her family sold everything and packed up into a small boat in search of adventure in the land beyond the horizon. One can almost hear the sounds and see the sights of the mesmerizing South African landscape as she describes them. Sometimes recalling events long past, and at other times recounting her most recent voyage, she deftly weaves the striking tapestry of her life.
Growing up, Tina always had a penchant for the great unknown, exploring her world during road trips with her sisters or vicariously through reading. This affinity for travel was the result of being raised by an adventure-loving mother. Whether by coincidence or by grand design, it turned out that her husband, Peter, would also share her wanderlust. Tina divulges her most treasured memories, including the first time she met the love of her life and their subsequent escapades. She does not hold back at all, sharing her losses and pain, fears, hopes, and dreams alike.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It is easy to forget that Bluewater Walkabout is not a work of fiction because of the spectacular - and frequently outrageous - experiences the author has had. More often than not, these incidents involved a confrontation with a large and dangerous animal. Tina opened my eyes to the fact that there is more to life than a career, a house, and a white picket fence. Often, the best time of your life is right in front of you, if you would only reach out and grab it. She taught me that fear is the enemy of progress and self-actualization. I also learned that life will not always go my way. The going will get tough. Things will go wrong, and it's okay to feel the negative emotions when they do. However, putting one's faith in a source bigger than oneself is key to successfully navigating life's challenges.
This autobiography was very well-written and impeccably edited. The author is an expert at choosing highly emotive and illustrative imagery to help the reader identify with the story. I found her writing style delightful, and I am keen to read her other works. I have no criticisms of this book: therefore, I rate it 4 out of 4 stars.
Bluewater Walkabout: Into Africa is a real story, laid out in complex and rich terminology. It is suitable for young and older adults alike, particularly readers who enjoy the adventure and autobiography genres.
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Bluewater Walkabout
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In Bluewater Walkabout: Into Africa, Tina Dreffin reminds us all that we are just one decision away from the adventure of our lives. All we need is the courage to pursue it. Tina vividly narrates the real-life story of how she and her family sold everything and packed up into a small boat in search of adventure in the land beyond the horizon. One can almost hear the sounds and see the sights of the mesmerizing South African landscape as she describes them. Sometimes recalling events long past, and at other times recounting her most recent voyage, she deftly weaves the striking tapestry of her life.
Growing up, Tina always had a penchant for the great unknown, exploring her world during road trips with her sisters or vicariously through reading. This affinity for travel was the result of being raised by an adventure-loving mother. Whether by coincidence or by grand design, it turned out that her husband, Peter, would also share her wanderlust. Tina divulges her most treasured memories, including the first time she met the love of her life and their subsequent escapades. She does not hold back at all, sharing her losses and pain, fears, hopes, and dreams alike.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. It is easy to forget that Bluewater Walkabout is not a work of fiction because of the spectacular - and frequently outrageous - experiences the author has had. More often than not, these incidents involved a confrontation with a large and dangerous animal. Tina opened my eyes to the fact that there is more to life than a career, a house, and a white picket fence. Often, the best time of your life is right in front of you, if you would only reach out and grab it. She taught me that fear is the enemy of progress and self-actualization. I also learned that life will not always go my way. The going will get tough. Things will go wrong, and it's okay to feel the negative emotions when they do. However, putting one's faith in a source bigger than oneself is key to successfully navigating life's challenges.
This autobiography was very well-written and impeccably edited. The author is an expert at choosing highly emotive and illustrative imagery to help the reader identify with the story. I found her writing style delightful, and I am keen to read her other works. I have no criticisms of this book: therefore, I rate it 4 out of 4 stars.
Bluewater Walkabout: Into Africa is a real story, laid out in complex and rich terminology. It is suitable for young and older adults alike, particularly readers who enjoy the adventure and autobiography genres.
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Bluewater Walkabout
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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