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Two O'Clock on a Tuesday at Trevi Fountain: A Search for an Unconventional Life Abroad Hardcover – April 9, 2024

by Helene Sula (Author), Blue Star Press (Producer)
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"An inspiring yet relatable read for anyone ready to stop settling." —Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure

In this inspiring travel memoir—the antidote to the “just quit your job and ditch all your belongings to backpack the world” mentality—a young woman explores how she took calculated risks to follow her dreams: traveling and living abroad without sacrificing stability and comfort.

Like many young professionals, Helene settled into a steady 9-5, watching the clock tick by and dreaming of seeing the world one day. But after a climbing accident leaves her bedbound for months, she finds a new voice connecting with others online and starts a blog to write about her true passion: travel. When her blog takes off and a sponsored trip overseas opens her eyes, she wonders: could she lead a stable life while traveling the world?

From skinny dipping in the icy Baltic and hiking Germany’s storied Black Forest, to wrestling with visa applications and apartment hunting in medieval Heidelberg, Helene shares the realities—both the magical and the mundane—that come with chasing bold dreams and learning that home is where you make it. For those who fear change, the secret lies in taking calculated risks.

Uplifting yet candid, this travel memoir will inspire others to take chances and transform their own lives. But you don’t have to uproot your life to find meaning—just have the heart to take a leap.
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"Helene's story is an important reminder that we don't have to settle, and our dreams are within reach if we're willing to go for them."
—Anna Kloots, New York Times Best-Selling Author of Live Your Life and My Own Magic

“It's rare that a book can provide both escapism and motivation, but that's exactly what Sula's memoir provided for me. Helene is proof you can have an adventurer's soul and also find stability too." 
—Taylor Wolfe, author of Birdie & Harlow

“Helene brings the same genuine energy from her lovable blog to her memoir, weaving her backstory with her trademark voice, equally witty and heartfelt. She takes us along on her global adventures—and misadventures!—not just as a sidekick but as a true travelmate, reminding us all to live in the moment—even if we always feel like we’re caught in between.”
—Rachel Chang, travel and pop culture journalist

"Helene Sula is proof it’s possible to think with both your head and your heart—and that you can change direction without losing yourself. An inspiring yet relatable read that speaks to both the dreamers and the planners, and above all, anyone ready to stop settling for the status quo."
—Nina Ruggiero, Travel + Leisure

“Millennial-meets-world in this memoir of persistent planning to live the life you desire.”
—Kirkus Reviews

“Author Helene Sula’s memoir is well-written and enticing as she shares secrets about how she made her dream of living abroad come true. This story isn’t about throwing caution to the wind and just leaping blindly into the abyss, but one of taking smart calculated steps to succeed with patience and tenacity.”
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About the Author

After breaking her ankle and leg rock climbing, Helene Sula started a blog that set her on a path she never dreamed possible: she became a travel content creator with a hugely popular website and social media account, "Helene in Between." Helene quit the corporate world and packed up two suitcases, two dogs, and she and her husband moved from Dallas, Texas to Heidelberg, Germany—a country she’d never stepped foot in. The purpose was to travel Europe, write about her travels, and encourage others to live out their dreams. Now, she's living in Oxford, United Kingdom and is continuing to blog and travel through Europe. Helene has a passion for photography and capturing the moment. She has helped 1,000s of other creators and small business owners build and grow their brand through tried and tested strategies she learned while working in digital brand strategy, social media marketing, and advertising. Helene has been featured on national and international TV, radio, and in Business Insider for the growth of her blog and online presence.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Blue Star Press (April 9, 2024)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1958803413
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1958803417
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.73 x 1.01 x 8.82 inches
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Helene Sula is an American travel writer and blogger. Though she grew up fearful of change, travel inspired Helene to get outside her comfort zone. Now she aims to motivate others to have their own eye-opening adventures, pursue their passions, and expand their boundaries, even if they’re still figuring out what those are.

She has traveled to 50+ countries and counting, blogging about her one-of-a-kind travel adventures focused on historical and cultural experiences, local cuisines, and off-the-beaten path destinations along the way. Her writing has been featured in Business Insider, Forbes, People Magazine, and more.

Originally from Texas, Helene now resides in Oxford, United Kingdom with her husband Michael, and their two adventure-loving pups, Hugo and Millie. When she’s not trotting the globe or posting captivating travel content, you can find her exploring Oxford's hidden gems.

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Customers find the book relatable and engaging. They find the storytelling inspiring and detailed. The writing style is well-written and flows effortlessly. Readers appreciate the travel stories and imagery that draw them in. The honesty of the author's story resonates with them.

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74 customers mention "Readability"74 positive0 negative

Customers find the book engaging and relatable. They describe it as a literary treat with an almost poetic flow and down-to-earth relatability. The posts are fun to follow, and the author is witty and honest. Readers mention it's both lighthearted and poignant, and a must-read for young people on the brink of adulting.

"...Thank you for sharing a story that is honest and for showcasing your humor throughout. Prost!" Read more

"...This will make another great beach/vacay read!!..." Read more

"...it makes you feel everything and anything is possible, and it's downright funny and endearing. I definitely got ideas of places I want to go...." Read more

"I’ve been following Helene for some time now. I love her stories and how she tells them...." Read more

61 customers mention "Storytelling"61 positive0 negative

Customers find the storytelling relatable and detailed. They appreciate the author's honest and insightful account of life experiences and travels. The book tugs at their heartstrings with a touching moment.

"...Helene's prose perfectly captures the emotions and the experience of traveling and uprooting parts of your life to make your dreams come true...." Read more

"...✔️🌎 I loved Helene’s story of moving abroad, embracing the challenges along the way, seeking adventure and even the realness of being..." Read more

"...I definitely got ideas of places I want to go. But mostly it's a very realistic, heartfelt book that makes you love the author and her husband..." Read more

"...There’s a very touching moment in the story that really tugged at my heart, but I’m also a sap. Thank you Helene, for sharing your story!..." Read more

48 customers mention "Inspiration"48 positive0 negative

Customers find the book inspiring. They say it encourages them to go for their dreams and follow their hearts. The author offers a fresh perspective on embracing life's uncertainties and living in the present.

"A beautifully written love letter to honesty, adventure, and courage...." Read more

"...the challenges along the way, seeking adventure and even the realness of being homesick...." Read more

"...It's more of a memoir. But it IS inspiring, it makes you feel everything and anything is possible, and it's downright funny and endearing...." Read more

"THIS BOOK IS FILLED with dreams, aspirations, doubts, difficulties, plans and satisfied fulfillment...." Read more

41 customers mention "Writing style"41 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's writing style engaging and easy to read. They appreciate the casual, conversational style that flows smoothly off the page. The book provides a succinct yet detailed account of the author's life. Overall, readers describe it as an honest love letter to honesty, adventure, and courage.

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"...I liked the author's writing style, the content and flow of the book, and the blunt/honest reality of living overseas...." Read more

"...But I can certainly live through Helene's. Her writing is engaging and often filled with humor that will make you laugh at loud...." Read more

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Customers enjoy the travel story. They find it inspiring and mention it's more than a travel memoir. The author shares her experiences and fun travel stories, making it a passport to adventure. Readers appreciate the value travel can add to life.

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"...✔️🌎 I loved Helene’s story of moving abroad, embracing the challenges along the way, seeking adventure and even the realness of being..." Read more

"...went from her regular job to becoming an influencer and moving abroad was just inspiring...." Read more

"...If you are looking for a fun and quick read about an American abroad, I would highly recommend this book." Read more

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Customers enjoy the book's imagery. They find it engaging and relatable, drawing them in with its descriptions and illustrations. The storytelling blends realism and romance in an artful way that brings the story to life.

"...I adored the little illustrations throughout the book and am now craving a trip to Germany!..." Read more

"...everything and anything is possible, and it's downright funny and endearing. I definitely got ideas of places I want to go...." Read more

"...Her imagery pulls you in makes you want to experience, the sights, smells and sounds of the moment...." Read more

"...A total page turner, written in descriptive prose that colors your mind’s eye to BE THERE...." Read more

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Customers appreciate the author's honesty. They find her candid sharing of challenges and adventures refreshing and relatable.

"...Thank you for sharing a story that is honest and for showcasing your humor throughout. Prost!" Read more

"Helene's story is earnest and honest, but most of all she inspires the reader to follow their dreams - and the operative word here is "follow,"..." Read more

"...This book is written in the same style as her other content, honest, vulnerable, and relatable to anyone...." Read more

"...I loved that she was honest about the process, that things didn't just all fall into place, but that having the courage to carry on can bring such..." Read more

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"...Helene, you did it girl! Your words made me tear up and lol all from the same page. Loved every bit of it...." Read more

"...You’ll laugh out loud, cry a little, plus find joy and inspiration page after page. This is a MUST-READ book!" Read more

"This book is more than just your average book! You’ll laugh, you’ll cry, you’ll even go OH ME TOO!..." Read more

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Another day of Wanderlust just wreaking havoc on my soul.
“𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩, 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙜𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙢𝙮 𝙚𝙮𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩｡ 𝙔𝙤𝙪’𝙡𝙡 𝙛𝙞𝙜𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙩 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙮｡ 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙙｡”Another day of Wanderlust just wreaking havoc on my soul. 😩😂✈️ Apparently I am on a travel blogger binge and after Helene messaged me giving me the scoop on her book, I had to order it ASAP! Which I then inhaled the moment I got it because, hello, a fellow DFW girly moving the Germany.. giving me more encouragement to travel the world! ✔️🌎I loved Helene’s story of moving abroad, embracing the challenges along the way, seeking adventure and even the realness of being homesick. I adored the little illustrations throughout the book and am now craving a trip to Germany!This will make another great beach/vacay read!! Even better at the end of the book, she lists some of her favorite books and movies that inspired her travels. 🥰
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  • Erin
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Love Letter to Living an Unconventional Life
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    A beautifully written love letter to honesty, adventure, and courage. Helene's prose perfectly captures the emotions and the experience of traveling and uprooting parts of your life to make your dreams come true. Learning that there is no "conventional" life and embracing the choices she and Michael have made to experience the world on their own terms is inspiring and validating. Thank you for sharing a story that is honest and for showcasing your humor throughout. Prost!
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  • Crystal Ingle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Another day of Wanderlust just wreaking havoc on my soul.
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    “𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩, 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙜𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙢𝙮 𝙚𝙮𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩｡ 𝙔𝙤𝙪’𝙡𝙡 𝙛𝙞𝙜𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙩 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙮｡ 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙙｡”

    Another day of Wanderlust just wreaking havoc on my soul. 😩😂✈️ Apparently I am on a travel blogger binge and after Helene messaged me giving me the scoop on her book, I had to order it ASAP! Which I then inhaled the moment I got it because, hello, a fellow DFW girly moving the Germany.. giving me more encouragement to travel the world! ✔️🌎

    I loved Helene’s story of moving abroad, embracing the challenges along the way, seeking adventure and even the realness of being homesick. I adored the little illustrations throughout the book and am now craving a trip to Germany!

    This will make another great beach/vacay read!! Even better at the end of the book, she lists some of her favorite books and movies that inspired her travels. 🥰
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    Crystal Ingle
    5.0 out of 5 stars
    Another day of Wanderlust just wreaking havoc on my soul.

    Reviewed in the United States on July 18, 2024
    “𝙏𝙧𝙖𝙫𝙚𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙗𝙚𝙖𝙪𝙩𝙮 𝙤𝙛 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙡𝙙 𝙞𝙣 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙞𝙩𝙨 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩, 𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙜𝙡𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙢𝙮 𝙚𝙮𝙚𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙩 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙟𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙣𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙧𝙩｡ 𝙔𝙤𝙪’𝙡𝙡 𝙛𝙞𝙜𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙩 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙖𝙡𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙬𝙖𝙮｡ 𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙨𝙤𝙢𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙨 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙬𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙮 𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙚𝙙｡”

    Another day of Wanderlust just wreaking havoc on my soul. 😩😂✈️ Apparently I am on a travel blogger binge and after Helene messaged me giving me the scoop on her book, I had to order it ASAP! Which I then inhaled the moment I got it because, hello, a fellow DFW girly moving the Germany.. giving me more encouragement to travel the world! ✔️🌎

    I loved Helene’s story of moving abroad, embracing the challenges along the way, seeking adventure and even the realness of being homesick. I adored the little illustrations throughout the book and am now craving a trip to Germany!

    This will make another great beach/vacay read!! Even better at the end of the book, she lists some of her favorite books and movies that inspired her travels. 🥰
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  • gypsygirl
    5.0 out of 5 stars Read and be happy!
    Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2024
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    This is such a feel-good book. I could not put it down. It is so relatable, even though I'm 62. If you want concrete travel-for-work tips, that's not really what this is. It's more of a memoir. But it IS inspiring, it makes you feel everything and anything is possible, and it's downright funny and endearing. I definitely got ideas of places I want to go. But mostly it's a very realistic, heartfelt book that makes you love the author and her husband (and even their dogs!) and want to get out there and enjoy life- whether for you that means travel or something else. I was so sorry to seer this book end and I hope Helene goes on to write more books!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Great easy read!
    Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024
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    I’ve been following Helene for some time now. I love her stories and how she tells them. So when she announced she had a book coming out, I knew I had to get it. It didn’t disappoint except I wanted more. I don’t really like to read and was done with her book in less than 3 evenings. I didn’t want to put it down. How she went from her regular job to becoming an influencer and moving abroad was just inspiring. Her imagery pulls you in makes you want to experience, the sights, smells and sounds of the moment. There’s a very touching moment in the story that really tugged at my heart, but I’m also a sap. Thank you Helene, for sharing your story!
    I definitely recommend.
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  • Jennifer Willis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Funny, real, encouraging...
    Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024
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    Social media can be an absolute dumpster fire, it can be unrealistic, toxic and depressing. AND it can also introduce you to really cool people and you can make amazing connections with people all over the world that you wouldn't have any other reason to interact with. Helene Sula is one of those really cool people. Since my current life situation doesn't allow for much (ANY, let's tell the truth here!) travel, I love seeing the world through other's eyes. Helene is funny, real and living a dang cool life, but isn't afraid to tell the realities of living abroad as well.
    If you like to read or travel or just want to "meet" a cool person, read her book!!
    This is a quick read, but still so good.
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  • Abbie
    4.0 out of 5 stars 4.5 stars for a fun, lighthearted look into the life of an American abroad
    Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2024
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    I was happily surprised to enjoy this book as much as I did. I liked the author's writing style, the content and flow of the book, and the blunt/honest reality of living overseas. If you are looking for a fun and quick read about an American abroad, I would highly recommend this book.
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  • M. E. Phillips
    5.0 out of 5 stars WoW!! Inspiring is just the Starting Point👍🏼
    Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024
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    THIS BOOK IS FILLED with dreams, aspirations, doubts, difficulties, plans and satisfied fulfillment. I pre-ordered this book after hearing about it and tore into it as soon as it arrived. I LOVE IT! A total page turner, written in descriptive prose that colors your mind’s eye to BE THERE. This is a fun autobiographical story of a young woman’s dreams and how she made them come true. It is about living abroad (which I would 💜 too) but it could be about any life goal. This is a must read for any young person who is in the brink of “adulting” and has doubts about what their life could be. Helene covers it all. What she tells you is simple: follow your heart, make a plan, work hard, skate over the bumps and revel in your joyous results. This is a book I needed in my 20’s when I abandoned college not knowing why I was there. I still LOVE IT because it’s a beautiful story and I’m happy for Helene and Michael proving that Disney was correct - dreams do come true. Can’t wait for her next book!
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    5.0 out of 5 stars
    WoW!! Inspiring is just the Starting Point👍🏼

    Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2024
    THIS BOOK IS FILLED with dreams, aspirations, doubts, difficulties, plans and satisfied fulfillment. I pre-ordered this book after hearing about it and tore into it as soon as it arrived. I LOVE IT! A total page turner, written in descriptive prose that colors your mind’s eye to BE THERE. This is a fun autobiographical story of a young woman’s dreams and how she made them come true. It is about living abroad (which I would 💜 too) but it could be about any life goal. This is a must read for any young person who is in the brink of “adulting” and has doubts about what their life could be. Helene covers it all. What she tells you is simple: follow your heart, make a plan, work hard, skate over the bumps and revel in your joyous results. This is a book I needed in my 20’s when I abandoned college not knowing why I was there. I still LOVE IT because it’s a beautiful story and I’m happy for Helene and Michael proving that Disney was correct - dreams do come true. Can’t wait for her next book!
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  • Elle
    5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 10, 2024
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    So lovely to hear of a child free couple having an adventure. It was quite literary at times and also explored themes of grief and recovery.
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    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 10, 2024
    So lovely to hear of a child free couple having an adventure. It was quite literary at times and also explored themes of grief and recovery.
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  • Danielle
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Good Look at Traveling!
    Reviewed in Sweden on May 30, 2024
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    Once I got this book, I could relate with it so much! It's a big adventure taking to the road or to the skies. So, I'm glad that she conquered her fears and followed her dreams! This story is a great way to inspire others in just that!
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  • Izabela
    5.0 out of 5 stars great (not only) adventure book
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 29, 2024
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    Really great read by Helene whom I followed on Instagram first and knew of her move abroad. It was nice to read about other parts of the move that were not necessarily on SM.
    The book is not only about travels, and various experiences Helene had had, but also about change, finding your calling and following your dream without quitting your 9-5 from day to day. What I really liked about her writing (and something I haven’t seen in a while) a vivid descriptive language that really portrays the place / atmosphere she describes.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best book I've read in ages
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 19, 2024
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    I've been following Helene on Instagram for a while and was fascinated to read her and Michael's story. It certainly didn't disappoint. Having spent time in Germany and Austria I found her descriptions on point and very relatable. I spent two thoroughly enjoyable evenings devouring this book and loved every minute of it. My only dissatisfaction is that I read it too quickly and wish there was a follow up book by Helene detailing how she decided to settle in Oxford, for me to read next.
    A brilliant book!!! Everyone needs to read this.
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  • Moomin
    2.0 out of 5 stars Could have been so much better
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 17, 2024
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    I was really interested to receive this book and to hear the perspective of the writer, with lots of travel stories and two accomplished parents who are both writers this should have been great.
    This book lacked depth in storytelling and a cohesive narrative which was a shame. It was very surface level in its musings and at times the writer came across as privileged, at times self-absorbed and was quite critical. I was bored quite quickly and was ready to abandon it but I stuck with it. I hope it doesn’t deter her from another book, and that next time round the approach is different. I did cheekily return the book to Amazon which I’ve never done before. It just wasn’t a keeper…
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