Review of Bluewater Walkabout
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Review of Bluewater Walkabout
[Following is a volunteer review of "Bluewater Walkabout" by Tina Dreffin.]
Bluewater Walkabout into Africa, Finding Healing Through Travel is an adventurous travel memoir by Tina Dreffin that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. The book begins with a real-life event where the author and her husband were involved in a devastating car accident. This accident left them with physical injuries and emotional trauma, and it was the beginning of their journey to find healing.
The book summarizes their 18-month trip across Africa, where they traveled through various countries, including Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Malawi, and Kenya. The journey was a quest for healing and self-discovery, and the author shares her experiences and insights throughout the book. In the book, Dreffin writes about her travels with her husband, Mark, and their children, Adam and Warren. The book's title, Bluewater Walkabout, is inspired by the author's love of sailing. She often refers to the journey as a "walkabout," a term used by the Aboriginal people of Australia to describe a journey of self-discovery.
The book is filled with extraordinary events, and the author's ability to describe the people and places they encountered is genuinely captivating. One of the most memorable characters in the book is their tour guide in Zimbabwe, Mike. He was an excellent guide and became a close friend of the family. The author also shares their experiences interacting with the locals, learning about their customs and traditions, and their challenges as they traveled through Africa.
One of the things I disliked about the book is that it can be slow-paced at times, and some readers may find the detailed descriptions of the places they visited overwhelmingly. Additionally, while the book is marketed as a travel memoir, some readers may find it delves too deeply into the author's struggles and less about the actual travel experience.
However, despite these minor shortcomings, Bluewater Walkabout is an exquisite read. The author's ability to bring to life the experiences and emotions of the family during their journey is remarkable. Her writing style is engaging, and her descriptions of the scenery and the people they met are vivid and detailed.
Overall, I rate Bluewater Walkabout into Africa: Finding Healing Through Travel 4 out of 5 stars. The book is recommended for anyone who loves travel memoirs and adventure stories or those interested in African culture and history. It is also an excellent read for anyone who has experienced trauma seeking healing and self-discovery.
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Bluewater Walkabout
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Bluewater Walkabout into Africa, Finding Healing Through Travel is an adventurous travel memoir by Tina Dreffin that will take you on a journey of self-discovery and healing. The book begins with a real-life event where the author and her husband were involved in a devastating car accident. This accident left them with physical injuries and emotional trauma, and it was the beginning of their journey to find healing.
The book summarizes their 18-month trip across Africa, where they traveled through various countries, including Zimbabwe, Tanzania, Malawi, and Kenya. The journey was a quest for healing and self-discovery, and the author shares her experiences and insights throughout the book. In the book, Dreffin writes about her travels with her husband, Mark, and their children, Adam and Warren. The book's title, Bluewater Walkabout, is inspired by the author's love of sailing. She often refers to the journey as a "walkabout," a term used by the Aboriginal people of Australia to describe a journey of self-discovery.
The book is filled with extraordinary events, and the author's ability to describe the people and places they encountered is genuinely captivating. One of the most memorable characters in the book is their tour guide in Zimbabwe, Mike. He was an excellent guide and became a close friend of the family. The author also shares their experiences interacting with the locals, learning about their customs and traditions, and their challenges as they traveled through Africa.
One of the things I disliked about the book is that it can be slow-paced at times, and some readers may find the detailed descriptions of the places they visited overwhelmingly. Additionally, while the book is marketed as a travel memoir, some readers may find it delves too deeply into the author's struggles and less about the actual travel experience.
However, despite these minor shortcomings, Bluewater Walkabout is an exquisite read. The author's ability to bring to life the experiences and emotions of the family during their journey is remarkable. Her writing style is engaging, and her descriptions of the scenery and the people they met are vivid and detailed.
Overall, I rate Bluewater Walkabout into Africa: Finding Healing Through Travel 4 out of 5 stars. The book is recommended for anyone who loves travel memoirs and adventure stories or those interested in African culture and history. It is also an excellent read for anyone who has experienced trauma seeking healing and self-discovery.
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Bluewater Walkabout
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