Review of Bluewater Walkabout

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Review of Bluewater Walkabout

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[Following is a volunteer review of "Bluewater Walkabout" by Tina Dreffin.]
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Life presents us with several challenges and emotionally challenging situations. We must make ourselves joyful before we can live long and healthy lives. An account of the exploits of Tina Dreffin, her husband Peter, and her two boys, Adam and Warren, is presented in the nonfiction book Bluewater Walkabout. To broaden their horizons and enjoy themselves more, the family decides to visit South Africa. Tina and her family head to South Africa to pick up a new boat that they will use to return to the Bahamas, and this is when the adventures begin. On their travels, they had fantastic encounters. There were many unique moments on their vacation, including love stories, dunes, vibrant photos, and stunning sunsets. She documents their trip in writing as they travel back to the Bahamas across the Atlantic Ocean, shares details of her personal life, and experiences emotional recovery as a result. To get more information, purchase a copy.

This book is an excellent motivational read that demonstrates Tina's tenacity and bravery in following her aspirations and refusing to be constrained by other people's beliefs. She seems to have been able to overcome the environmental, emotional, and physical obstacles in her narrative. She has the strength and insight to unite her family in affection. In the end, she has an optimism that many people find difficult to achieve because she dares to reveal her private life. One of the most enthralling and inspirational memoirs I have ever read is this one.

Regardless of the author's notoriety, reading about her life is inspiring. She does an excellent job of conveying her touching, spiritual, and dramatic trip with her loved ones. Both of them show that traveling isn't always enjoyable because they encountered several dangerous and frightful scenarios, such as nearly colliding with another ship, riding choppy waves, and spotting various animal species. The tale also contains some strange circumstances when they meet new people who are attempting to learn a new language. Overall, Tina's lifelong troubles, which have included being raped, having money problems, miscarrying a child, and contracting several serious illnesses, are detailed in great detail throughout the book. It almost feels like their hearts are lifting as they turn the pages.

Because I enjoy the author's writing style, which encourages readers to utilize their imaginations, there was nothing about this book that I didn't like. It may be difficult to replicate the happenings in some past previews, even though they were still enjoyable to read. Since no grammatical errors were discovered, I must commend the editor on a job well done. I rate this book 5 out of 5 stars because I believe it to be exceptionally well-edited.

I suggest this book to people who enjoy memoirs and adventures, who are parents, as well as to people who have experienced sexual assault, have lost a child, or are ill, to obtain a copy and benefit from Tina's knowledge.

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Post by Chinex Otuokere »

This is an interesting memoir. Tina and her family engaged in an exciting family trip through the sea. One can see the importance of having people you love around you as we observed how Peter stood by tina in trying times. Nice review.
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This book makes one love family trips. Tina's memoir is inspirational seeing all of the abuses she's experienced one might find it hard to love again. But I cherished the way Peter stood by her all through the way. Nice book great review.
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Post by Ekuma Blessing »

This is Tina and her family's fascinating story. Tina's determination to overcome numerous obstacles baffles me. Although she has encountered some obstacles and trying times, she does not let them get to her head. I also admire her devoted husband for supporting her during her difficult moments. excellent work
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Post by Nathaniel Sarah »

I must compliment Tina for being able to share her problem with the audience, they are very few people who are that courageous to share their problems with the audience. Your review is nice.
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Tina has taught me a lot and I have to believe that women have to capacity to overcome some difficulties if they wish to do so. Good job.
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Post by Dsouzaanne12 »

Reading this makes me want to go on a trip right now. Thanks for this great review.
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Post by Chris Rich Nwaka »

I must congratulate Tina for having the bravery to open out to the public and express her issue; not many individuals have that kind of fortitude. You wrote a wonderful review.
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