Review of Bluewater Walkabout

[Seun Ukanwa]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Bluewater Walkabout" by Tina Dreffin.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Childhood dreams of being professionals, entrepreneurs, businessmen, or computer nerds are rather common. Some youngsters, however, have always had strange and unusual dreams. No dream should be disregarded because we all achieve fulfillment in different ways. Tina's childhood dreams included visiting as many different countries as she could in her travels and explorations. Tina Dreffin thought that if citizens traveled more, they would appreciate the diversity of cultures and traditions. She expressed her ideas as she set out on an incredible South Pacific adventure, experiencing both excitement and terror in her heart. In her wonderful memoir, Bluewater Walkabout: Into Africa, Tina Dreffin attempts to mend her broken spirit and seeks to satisfy her wanderlust. Was she successful in doing so? Find out in this fascinating book.

In this book, the author primarily recounts her family vacation experiences. Tina's ultimate objective was to travel the world. She used to be concerned with working, getting by, and maintaining her comfort level before she found fulfillment. She believed that there was more to working and earning money in her country. She experienced a range of challenges and sexual assaults during her career as a commercial real estate broker. Her life, however, changed as she came closer to her dreams when she met her husband, Peter. Tina, Peter, their two children, Adam and Warren, and her sons' friends Sam and Gary set out on the adventure into Africa. On this tour, the author revealed reviving encounters, the challenges faced by African women, the beauty of the places she discovered, and intimate and genuinely personal details of her experiences. Learn more about these experiences in this book.

I truly enjoyed a lot of things about this book. I appreciate how each chapter includes a photo and quote. In addition to serving as chapter openers, these quotes are filled with wisdom and provoke deep thought. I also appreciated the author's descriptions and use of the first-person narrative, which gives the impression that you are traveling with them and living the experience firsthand. She inspired me to value the environment, wildlife, and nature. While reading, I started to think of studying tourism and incorporating travel into my hobbies. Throughout this book, Tina spared no details, particularly when it came to South Africa, and you could feel her tenacity and genuineness in the pages. I will say that she practically poured herself into this novel. As a further indication that "likes attract likes," I observed that Tina and Peter's energies were complementary. Furthermore, Tina and Peter didn't object to Sam and Gary joining the adventure, which is another lesson in this book that teaches parents to be accommodating.

I have nothing unfavorable to say about this book. Although there were a few sexual allusions, they were nicely crafted and not explicit. I also found some profanity, but not excessively. She can convey not just the horrific occurrences but also the journey and the things they encountered, which add humor and nerve-wracking moments that keep you on the edge of your seat.

This book was exceptionally edited, as I found no errors in it. I will therefore give it a rating of 5 stars out of 5. I recommend this book to readers who love travel, adventure, and family stories. Having read this intriguing book, I've realized how informed, entertained, and motivated it has made me feel. The book contains references that can help women who are sexually assaulted and women who have had miscarriages. I am more knowledgeable about international cultures thanks to Bluewater Walkabout, and I also value them. Tina Dreffin did a great job at making reading and learning enjoyable.

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[Madam Tori]

The review does a great job of touching on the ups and downs of the book. It's always refreshing to read a memoir that doesn't sugarcoat things and is willing to show both the good and the bad.

[Ukaegbu Confidence]

Personally, I enjoy books written in first-person narrative. It makes it easier for me to place myself in the situations the characters are in and think of a solution I would employ.

[Victory Ositaorah]

While we get in touch with other traditions, I believe that we would get a better understanding to life and reason why certain traditions and cultures are different on their own.

[Neto Chukwu]

Reading this book taught me a moral lesson or two and I would advise anyone else to read this book. The author didn’t hold anything back while she told her real life experiences

[Katherine Barnabas]

Perfect review. It is very detailed and honest and I appreciate your effort in creating a unique review. This book is something I would love to read since love seeing new places and cultures.

[Hartly Samsford]

The book's themes of healing and self-discovery make it a great choice for anyone going through a difficult time or looking for inspiration and guidance. I appreciate how the book offers a positive portrayal of marriage and the importance of supporting one another's dreams and aspirations.