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message 701: by Jason E. (new)

Jason E. Felts (JasonEFelts) | 11 comments Alley of Destiny is currently free on Amazon.
I'd really appreciate the reviews.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HI0Y6KA/?...
Thanks!


message 702: by [deleted user] (new)

The Capulet Death by Angelica Ng

Hi. I'm giving away free PDF copies of my book in exchange of honest reviews. It falls under the categories Romance and Suspense. Contains explicit contents.

Blurb

Blythe Hoult was saved by a strange man eight years ago. Since then, she has worked jobs that later led her to becoming a muse to criminal masterminds. Despite the change it brought to her life, her goal remained the same—to find her savior.

One day, an offer comes her way—to find an elusive criminal under the alias 'The Magician.' She takes it, bent on proving to herself and everybody else that seemingly untraceable strangers are indeed possible to find.

In her search of The Magician, she finds herself in the center of a series of strange events and realizes that she no longer needs to find The Magician, for he has already come to her.

Blythe will discover that she is in for something beyond her expectations—an unfolding of love, deception, and revenge—when she gets brought into The Magician's family where there's Chantal (the twisted), Claude (the cunning), and Gaston (the devil himself).


Read a preview on Amazon here.

Please do e-mail me at angelicabooks@yahoo.com, if you're interested. Thank you! :-)


message 703: by Sophia (new)

Sophia Grace | 27 comments Hi there

My name is Sophia Grace, from NC.
I'm currently review new books on my blog.
http://sincerereview.blogspot.com

Feel free to send me you book for review.

Have a great day.
Sophia


message 704: by Marilyn (last edited Apr 24, 2014 11:46AM) (new)

Marilyn Peake (marilynpeake) | 12 comments I'm very interested in receiving reviews for my Young Adult novel, SHADE. I can provide either Kindle or paperback copies. Here's a summary of SHADE:

Thanks to her offbeat mother, Shade’s full name is Galactic Shade Griffin. Having a name like that while being the new girl in school is pretty much catnip for bullies. The summer before Shade’s junior year of high school, her mother breaks up with yet another boyfriend and moves them once again to a new town.

This time, they move into a dilapidated old house where Shade has an entire attic bedroom to herself—at least until she discovers it’s haunted by the ghost of a teenaged boy named Brandon Yates. When Shade’s best friend goes missing, her life becomes even more complicated. With the help of Brandon who’s struggling with his own issues in the world beyond, Shade faces the question of whether or not she has what it takes to become a true hero.

Here's my Bio:

Marilyn Peake is the author of both novels and short stories. Her publications have received excellent reviews. Marilyn’s one of the contributing authors in Book: The Sequel, published by The Perseus Books Group, with one of her entries included in serialization at The Daily Beast. In addition, Marilyn has served as Editor of a number of anthologies. Her short stories have been published in seven anthologies and on the literary blog, Glass Cases.

AWARDS: Silver Award, two Honorable Mentions and eight Finalist placements in the ForeWord Magazine Book of the Year Awards, two Winner and two Finalist placements in the EPPIE Awards, and Winner of the Dream Realm Awards.

And here's a link to my website:
http://www.marilynpeake.com

If you'd like a review copy of SHADE, you can private message me on Goodreads or email me at: author [at] marilynpeake [dot] com .

Thanks So Much,
Marilyn Peake


message 705: by Sophia (new)

Sophia Grace | 27 comments My name is Sophia Grace, from NC.
I'm currently review new books on my blog.
http://sincerereview.blogspot.com

Feel free to send me you book for review.

Have a great day.
Sophia


message 706: by Marilyn (new)

Marilyn Peake (marilynpeake) | 12 comments Hi, Sophia,

I'd love to have you review my YA novel, SHADE! May I send you a Kindle copy of this book?

Thanks So Much,
Marilyn


message 707: by Sophia (new)

Sophia Grace | 27 comments Yes...no problem..send it to my kindle at
Sincerereview@gmail


message 708: by Marilyn (new)

Marilyn Peake (marilynpeake) | 12 comments Thanks so much, Sophia! I sent you a copy a few minutes ago. I hope you enjoy SHADE.

Best Wishes,
Marilyn


message 709: by Sophia (new)

Sophia Grace | 27 comments Got it...thanks.
I will start read it and let you know..


message 710: by Marilyn (new)

Marilyn Peake (marilynpeake) | 12 comments Thanks so much, Sophia!

Best Wishes,
Marilyn


message 711: by Nihar (new)

Nihar Suthar (niharsuthar) | 383 comments Hi guys!

I'm currently working on a new sports inspirational book titled "The Corridor of Uncertainty." It is still going to take a while to finish, but I can't wait to share it with you all in the future! I'll definitely be posting here for reviews and whatnot once it is out.

Enjoy the rest of your week!

-Nihar
www.niharsuthar.com
@NiharSuthar


message 712: by A.E. (new)

A.E. Murphy | 6 comments Sophia wrote: "My name is Sophia Grace, from NC.
I'm currently review new books on my blog.
http://sincerereview.blogspot.com

Feel free to send me you book for review.

Have a great day.
Sophia"


I've sent you an email Sophia :) xx


message 713: by Angela (new)

Angela Dossett (whisperingwillo) Marilyn wrote: "I'm very interested in receiving reviews for my Young Adult novel, SHADE. I can provide either Kindle or paperback copies. Here's a summary of SHADE:

Thanks to her offbeat mother, Shade’s full nam..."


I can read/review your book. Send to angela.dossett@yahoo.com.


message 714: by Bibi (new)

Bibi Paterson | 5 comments Thirty Days Have September (Thirty Days, #1) by Bibi Paterson Following fab reviews on Amazon & Goodreads, I am now looking for reviews on Kobo, Nook and iBooks as well...

Set in London and Brighton, Thirty Days is a fabulously provocative romance series that gives you a very steamy love affair between a hot guy and an unsure heroine, baked goods and some rather unexpected twists and turns along the way.
The first book in the series, Thirty Days Have September, is now FREE for a limited time and I would be grateful for an honest review
Available FREE @ Kobo http://tinyurl.com/jvpfdo3
Available FREE @ Nook http://tinyurl.com/n8yz4tf
Available FREE @ iBooks http://tinyurl.com/popy5zx


message 715: by James (new)

James Palmer | 1 comments Do you like giant monsters? My latest anthology, Betrayal on Monster Earth, is now out, and we could really use some reviews! I'll give an ebook copy (mobi, epub, pdf, whatever) to anyone who will give an honest review and share it on Amazon. You can find out more about the book here:
http://www.amazon.com/Betrayal-Monste...

This book is the sequel to Monster Earth, so same thing goes. If you want to review either book, I'll send you an ebook copy.

You can read more about Monster Earth here:
http://www.amazon.com/Monster-Earth-N...


James


message 716: by Joshua (last edited Apr 24, 2014 12:10PM) (new)

Joshua Zakary (jzakary) | 7 comments Hello Everyone!

My name is Joshua Zakary. I am a return Peace Corps Uganda volunteer, and I’ve worked for USAID in Namibia. I am also a first time author offering my book (The Tide) for free this weekend. This promotion starts this Friday and lasts till Monday (April 25-28th).

The memoir has two major themes. One is about becoming a Peace Corps volunteer, the second exposes the realities of working in a region decimated by Joseph Kony’s LRA.

I believe anyone attracted to international volunteering, or to understand the complexities of living in Uganda, would find this book interesting.

I hope you enjoy it!

Thanks!

Josh

My Book:
The Tide A Peace Corps volunteer living in the aftermath of Joseph Kony and the Lord's Resistance Army by Joshua Zakary


message 717: by Marilyn (new)

Marilyn Peake (marilynpeake) | 12 comments Thank you so much, Angela! I'll send you a Kindle copy right now. :)

Best Wishes,
Marilyn


message 718: by [deleted user] (new)

Hi there all,

I've recently finished and self-published a non-fiction ebook about man's future as a species. It's one part cosmology, one part philosophy. There's a few science fiction interludes thrown in too. For those of you interested in reviewing the book - which I would be extremely grateful for - I can be contacted at amckechnie89@gmail.com, and am more than willing to send you an epub, mobi, or word document containing the book. More information can be found at: http://www.amazon.com/How-Build-God-L...

Thanks :)


message 719: by Marla (new)

Marla Josephs | 14 comments The first 2 books of my Alexander Ranch series are free this weekend, starting now!

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...

https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...

Enjoy! Reviews are always welcome.

Book 1 description:
I tried not to look at the men so that I could focus on keeping my movements silent. I certainly did not want to be detected. It was impossible, however, to keep my eyes completely off the terrifying drama unfolding before me. I was certain they planned to kill the man and I had no way of helping him. The best I could do was get to safety and call the police. I had slunk my way to the left of them and was right alongside the river now. I crept along keeping a wary eye on the men. I don’t know whether I gasped, screamed, or made a sudden movement, but suddenly both sets of eyes of the evil men turned towards me just as the shot sounded. I ran as fast as I could, ignoring the ripping pain in my side, and jumped off the edge into the rushing water below.


message 720: by Valeri (new)

Valeri Beatrix (vbeatrix) | 7 comments Hi everyone! I've recently started a website, The Selfie Review, to review the work of self-published authors. In time, I'd like it to grow into an "author's hub"...a place to share ideas and resources.

If you're interested in a review for your book, please check it out and fill out the form. Don't forget to follow us on FB and twitter!

www.theselfiereview.com


message 721: by Miika (last edited Apr 26, 2014 07:58AM) (new)

Miika Hannila (miikahannila) | 6 comments Hi folks,

My publishing group, Creativia, is willing to give away a free copy of any of our books in exchange for an honest review. We specialize in speculative fiction but have published a wide range of different books, so just have a look at www.creativia.org and take your pick. There are 31 titles to choose from at the moment, so there should be something for everyone. You can use the contact form to get in touch, I'll reply with a digital copy of the book of your choosing.

If you do decide to review one of our books, I'd appreciate a notification after you've posted the review. Thanks in advance!


message 722: by Leigh (new)

Leigh Podgorski (leighpod) | 7 comments I will gift a Kindle copy for review of my debut novel THE WOMEN DEBROWSKA, a historical fiction that entwines the history of a nation with an extraordinary family. Currently, Book Viral is running a Spotlight on the novel:
http://www.bookviral.com/the-womendeb...
You can also visit my web site for more information about me and my work www.VioletHillsProductions.com, or email me: leighpod@aol.com


message 723: by Leigh (last edited Apr 26, 2014 08:08AM) (new)

Leigh Podgorski (leighpod) | 7 comments I am also seeking reviews of DESERT CHIMERA, the first book in my STONE QUEST paranormal mystery series. The novel introduces the reader to psychic tracker Luke Stone and his battle with black magician and nemesis Armand Jacobi in the heart of Death Valley. More information can be found @ my web site www.VioletHillsProductions.com, or please email me: leighpod@aol.com


message 724: by Leigh (new)

Leigh Podgorski (leighpod) | 7 comments Finally, I would like to invite reviewers to OURAY'S PEAK. This novel follows the journey of Kristin Tabor as she treks cross country and deep within the Rocky Mountains in search of her mother, leading her to discover her Ute Indian heritage, and eventually, her heart. More can be found about OURAY'S PEAK @ www.VioletHillsProductions, or please email me: leighpod@aol.com. All my books are available on Amazon/Kindle.


message 725: by Sue (new)

Sue Taylor (suetaylor) | 10 comments Dance of the Robin
Hi, Looking for honest reviewers for my YA novel "Dance Of The Robin". Despite the title it isn't about a robin, but about the meaning (new beginnings)It has romance, friendship and a huge chunk of mystery thrown in. If anyone is willing to oblige, you can email me on susanexpectmiracles@gmail.com and I will be happy to forward you a copy.
Warmest Wishes
Sue


message 726: by Angela (new)

Angela Dossett (whisperingwillo) Leigh wrote: "I am also seeking reviews of DESERT CHIMERA, the first book in my STONE QUEST paranormal mystery series. The novel introduces the reader to psychic tracker Luke Stone and his battle with black magi..."

I'm interested in reading/reviewing this book. I went to site and read the blurbs. Sounds like my kind of series. Email @ angela.dossett@yahoo.com. I post on GR,FB, and Amazon. PDF is fine. Cheers!!


message 727: by Marla (new)

Marla Josephs | 14 comments Valeri wrote: "Hi everyone! I've recently started a website, The Selfie Review, to review the work of self-published authors. In time, I'd like it to grow into an "author's hub"...a place to share ideas and resou..."

Hi Valerie! Your site looks interesting but I didn't see any form to fill out. What exactly do I need to do to have my book for review on your site?

Thanks!


message 728: by Nienna (new)

Nienna Luinwe | 3 comments Hi Everyone,

My ebook is free on Smashwords.com until tomorrow night. It is light suspense thriller with just a touch of romantic interest. Click on the following link and download your copy: House of Consequence https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...

I would love honest reviews. Thanks!


message 729: by Marla (new)

Marla Josephs | 14 comments Nienna wrote: "Hi Everyone,

My ebook is free on Smashwords.com until tomorrow night. It is light suspense thriller with just a touch of romantic interest. Click on the following link and download your copy: ..."


Got it Nienna! On my to read list!


message 730: by Nienna (new)

Nienna Luinwe | 3 comments Thank you Marla! I have yours too!


message 731: by Alycia (new)

Alycia Linwood (alycia_linwood) | 5 comments Hi,

I'm looking for reviewers for my YA Fantasy/Romance book Different (Tainted Elements, #1). Send me a message if you are interested. Thank you!

Different (Tainted Elements, #1) by Alycia Linwood


message 732: by Danielle (new)

Danielle | 12 comments Hello,

Anyone interested in steampunk, YA, or fairytale retellings:

Baba Ali and the Clockwork Djinn by Danielle Ackley-McPhail

It is a steampunk retelling of Ali Baba and the Forty Thieves

The book has not released yet so I can only offer an electronic ARC in PDF format but formatted to be ereader friendly.


message 733: by Jeramy (last edited Apr 29, 2014 06:54AM) (new)

Jeramy Goble (jeramygoble) | 40 comments Hey everyone!

SOULS OF ASTRAEUS, my science fiction and fantasy adventure is FREE for Kindle through May 1st. Ever imagine what you'd do if you found out you had millions of previous lives, and gained access to them? Please feel free to stop by Amazon and grab yourself a copy!

Souls of Astraeus (Akallian Tales, #1) by Jeramy Goble

Amazon link: http://www.amazon.com/Souls-Astraeus-...

All my best,
Jeramy


message 734: by Tyler (new)

Tyler Wise | 3 comments Hi! I finished my first book about a month ago and I'm still trying to get some reviews (on here and on Amazon). My book is called The Choice of Twilight and is a Young Adult Fantasy kind of book. If you want to read a better description, just click the page link!

And if anyone is interested in doing a review, I can sen you a digital copy in Mobi or whatever other file you want.

Email me at: btywise@gmail.com


message 735: by Angela (new)

Angela Huntley | 4 comments Hi! My name is Angela Singletary Huntley and I am the author of the children's book series "They Call Me Ham". I just released the first book in the series "Cold Busted" about four weeks ago. It's a chapter book written for ages 8-12. You can learn more about the book at theycallmeham.com.

Here is the synopsis on the book:

Excitement is brewing when a new costume shop opens near Ham’s neighborhood. The shop is hosting a grand opening party and giving one hundred dollars to the best costume of the night. Everyone who’s anyone in middle school is going to this party. Ham is determined to be there and to win the money so he can buy his new pet, a leopard gecko. Ham’s parents say he can’t go, but he and his best friend, Bucket, make a plan to get there and win no matter what. Ham’s reputation is at stake, and he really needs that prize money! Plus, it’s an opportunity for Ham to put his irritating neighbor and classmate, Foley, in his place. Ham will do anything to get what he wants. But this time, has he gone too far?

If anyone is interested in reading a free copy for a review, please send me a message through my Goodreads profile. Thanks!


message 736: by Dan (new)

Dan Jackson | 9 comments Hi Angela

Is it a pictures books?
If so, send me a copy.

Thanks
Dan


message 737: by Jeramy (new)

Jeramy Goble (jeramygoble) | 40 comments Thank you so much to everyone who has downloaded SOULS OF ASTRAEUS so far! It is still available for FREE for Kindle, through the end of May 1st. Feel free to grab copy! I hope you enjoy it!

Souls of Astraeus (Akallian Tales, #1) by Jeramy Goble

All my best,
Jeramy


message 738: by Delilah (new)

Delilah Canaan (deleelah) | 25 comments I am open for review swaps!Just leave me a message!
My book is Random Memories: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J6D42V0


message 739: by Doobie (new)

Doobie Shemer (doobie_shemer) | 1 comments Dear,
My name is Doobie and I am the author of “Sprouted Soul: Whole-Souled Poems” - a compilation of spiritually heartfelt poems.

I thought you might be interested in reading and potentially reviewing My book.
If you are interested in receiving a complimentary copy, please forward a postal address to: doobie.shemer@gmail.com and I will mail one to you immediately. Alternatively if you’d like an e-book edition, please tell me your preferred format and I will e-mail it to you.

To learn more about “Sprouted Soul: Whole-Souled Poems”
please visit http://www.sproutedsoul.net/
And https://www.facebook.com/SproutedSoul

Here are the links:
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com//dp/B00I5VUPTW/
Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/2...

Sprouted Soul Whole-Souled Poems by Doobie Shemer

Thank you for your time,

~ Doobie,


message 740: by [deleted user] (new)

My third book, How to Build a God, is now on Amazon, after about a year's work. It's something I imagine you would enjoy if you have an interest in transhumanism or the future of human evolution. The basic idea is that transhumanism - including AI, modified humans, and nanotechnology- is just one natural step in the evolution of matter and complexity. The process is one that all intelligent tool-building species in the universe will go through. The second half of the book asks 'what will come after the post-humans?". I hope it will not only be an accessible introduction for readers unfamiliar with the technological singularity, but food for thought for you seasoned Kurzweilians out there. There are fictional passages throughout the book for those of you that identify more with allegories.

If this is something you think you might enjoy, just drop me a personal message with an email address included and I'll be happy to send you a mobi, epub, or word version of the book for free. In exchange, I'd be extremely grateful if you wouldn't mind putting up a review - whether negative, or positive - on Amazon once you're finished.

I'm not particularly interested in profiting from the book itself, to be honest; I'd prefer to just get it out there after a year of tearing my hair out writing it. Incidentally, the book will be free to download all day tomorrow (15th May), if you'd prefer to get hold of it that way.

http://www.amazon.com/How-Build-God-L...


message 741: by Mark (new)

Mark (markdartist) | 8 comments Just finished Kurzweil's 'The Singularity Is Near' and noticed your post. Seems I'm on a roll with this kind of stuff so I downloaded a Kindle copy of your book. I also wrote a Goodreads review of 'Singularity' you might find interesting.

BTW, I noticed fictionalized scenes in your book sample, quite well written, I think. How do you categorize your book?


message 742: by C.C. (new)

C.C. Ekeke (ccekeke) | 2 comments My military sci-fi novel, STAR BRIGADE: Resurgent, will be released on Amazon 5/27 and is available for review.

Synopsis:
In the year 2403, Earth’s former citizens are now a leading species in the Galactic Union of Planetary Republics, a star-spanning bastion of peace and interspecies diversity.

If faced with terrorist threats of extraordinary origins, one of the Galactic Union's primary military weapons is Star Brigade— a special operations unit dedicated to terminating such threats quickly and quietly.

But an old enemy returns on the eve of the largest trade merger in interstellar history, with a deadly vendetta that could bring the Union to its knees. Has Star Brigade met its match?

For review copies, please contact:

C.C. Ekeke
Email: contact@ccekeke.com
Website: http://ccekeke.com
Facebook: http://facebook.com/ccekekewriter
Twitter: http://twitter.com/CCEkeke


message 743: by Ashley (new)

Ashley Quigley (ashleyquigley) | 0 comments Hello, thanks so much for creating this group. My name is Ashley. I am in need of some HONEST reviews and am offering a free copy of my book, "Breeders" to those who are willing to leave a review here on GoodReads, or Barnes and Noble, or Amazon.

Here is a quick synopsis of the book:

Ariet has been taken from her family, who are told she has died of an illness; when, in fact, she has been drugged and removed against her will to a secret underground location. Selected for a genetic breeding program by the Creators, the Monarchy of the New World, Ariet and her captor Mason, have to provide an offspring with a predetermined inherited genetic profile, or face termination. They find mutual empathy for one another when their unborn child does not carry the desirable gene. Unable to accept the scheduled termination of her pregnancy by the Creators and to save the life of her offspring, Mason helps her escape to an area outside of the Four Quadrants. Mason's childhood friend Thor, a Guardian in the Great Tower, flees with Ariet to protect her from the unknown, whilst leaving Mason behind to bring down the rulers of the New World. With the aid of refugees from the Old World, Ariet, together with her child and Thor risk everything to join Mason in his fight to destroy the Monarchy.

The Breeders Trilogy by Ashley Quigley

Please let me know what format you prefer. Please inbox me for more details or e-mail me at ashsprack@gmail.com. Thanks!


message 744: by Andrew (new)

Andrew Chapin (andrew_chapin) | 12 comments Have some promo copies of From Tragedy to Triumph - The Story of John Tartaglio available for review. See From Tragedy To Triumph: The Story of John Tartaglio.

DM me and we can set something up.

Thanks,
Andrew Chapin


message 745: by K. (new)

K. Cat | 7 comments Hi
My name is K. Cat and I just published my first novella. It's an erotic romance called Secret Lives and Desires. If you'd like to read and review it for me I can send you a copy in PDF or e-pub.

I have to warn you that my novella contains graphic adult material. Some readers may find words and actions offensive. Plus you need to be over 18 to read it.

Here's what it's about:
Ever wanted to star in a reality show? Meet Nick and Barb, millionaire screenwriters. They know all the right people in the biz. When Nick and Barb decide for kicks to star in a reality show the network agrees to tape a pilot. Life couldn’t get any better for this dynamic couple.

There’s more to Nick and Barb than people suspect. They love to party hard with strangers. Is it safe to star in a reality show? What if their secret life is exposed? Things heat up when they plan a pirate party with sexy guys and gals. If you’re a fan of role-play, multiples (M/M/F), voyeurism and erotic men laced with sexually explicit content, this novella will satisfy your desires.

Thanks
My email is k.cat92@yahoo.ca or you can inbox me.

Secret Lives and Desires by K. Cat


message 746: by Ted (new)

Ted Galdi (ted_galdi) | 28 comments Hey. I have free ARCs of my new novel Elixir I'd be happy to send to group members for review. I have a PDF version along with hard copy galleys. Send me a message or email if you'd like one (ted@elixirthebook.com); please include the format you'd like it in. Plot summary:

Meet 14-year-old Sean Malone. He has an IQ above 200, a full-ride scholarship to one of the country’s top universities, and more than one million dollars from his winning streak on Jeopardy! However, Sean wishes he could just be normal.

But his life is anything but normal. The US government manipulates him, using him as a codebreaker in pursuit of a drug lord and killing innocent people along the way.

For reasons related to his personal security, Sean finds himself in Rome, building a new life under a new name, abandoning academics, and hiding his genius from everyone. When he’s 18 he falls in love. The thrills begin again when he learns that his girlfriend is critically ill and it’s up to him to use his intellect to find a cure, a battle pitting him against a multi-billion-dollar pharmaceutical company and the demons of his past.

Elixir is a story about identity, secrets, and above all, love.

Book trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_ofmjw...


message 747: by T.L. (new)

T.L. Clark (tlcauthor) | 145 comments Dark Love is free 24-28 May on Amazon to celebrate the release of my latest book Rekindled Love.
Dark Love is the BDSM one in my collection.


message 748: by D.R. (new)

D.R. (drshoultz) | 34 comments I have a standing offer to provide copies of any of my books for an honest review. I have a new short story collection, IT GOES ON, coming out JUNE 1st that I'd love someone to review.

https://www.goodreads.com/author/show...


message 749: by Mike (new)

Mike Robbins (mikerobbins) | 66 comments Sean wrote: "Hi everyone,
My kindle ebook 'Beer Goggles' has been available for just over a month on kindle select and has already received four excellent reviews, as well as being featured on a couple of blogs..."


I would like to read this - but don't bother sending me one, I've bought it. Much as I like living in New York, I need some humour from home now and then! If I like it I'll review it anyway. Good luck.


message 750: by Mike (new)

Mike Robbins (mikerobbins) | 66 comments Would anyone like to review an unusual travel book?

The Nine Horizons: Travels in Sundry Places

The Nine Horizons Travels in Sundry Places by Mike Robbins

Here's the blurb:

n 1987 Mike Robbins, a young journalist in London, felt restless and decided to travel. He never really stopped. In the quarter century that followed he lived and worked in countries as diverse as the world itself.

The pieces in this book take the reader from rural Sudan to the headwaters of the Amazon, from Semana Santa in Quito to Buddhist temples in the Himalayas, across Bhutan on a motorbike, into the ancient souk of Aleppo, to the steppes of Central Asia and finally to New York. Along the way there is Ethiopian gin, a sex tourist in Moscow, Kyrgyz women in cycling pants, a surreal toilet in Brussels, echoes of slavery in Brazil, and an encounter with Helen of Troy in Third Avenue. The Nine Horizons is an anarchic snapshot of a troubled but beautiful world in transition.

If you're interested, please contact me via Goodreads.


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