Embrace of the Wild

 

 

Embrace of the Wild
Inspired by Equestrian Explorer Isabella Bird
by Linda Ballou
Genre: Historical Fiction



I have just dropped into the very place I have been seeking but in everything it exceeds all my dreams. “
Isabella Lucy Bird (1831-1904)

Some people live to travel; Isabella Lucy Bird traveled to live. Dare to saddle up with this equestrian explorer on her way to becoming the best-loved travel writer of her day. Set off on a voyage from England to the South Seas. Jump ship in Honolulu, then hop on board the Kilauea steaming its way to sleepy Hilo. Be captivated by the lavish beauty of the Sandwich Islands. Charge up the flank of a living volcano, ford roaring torrents on the way to Waipio Valley where the gods come close. Feel the loving touch of the healing hands of a Hawaiian elder and let go of chronic pain that has held you captive.

Invigorated from your stay in Hawai’i press on to ride solo in Colorado on a 600-mile mountain tour. Here you meet an unlikely soulmate in the form of renegade Rocky Mountain Jim. Convince him to guide you to the top of the loftiest peak in the Rocky Range, and try not to fall in love with him and the majesty of his realm. Know the wild abandon of giving rein to your mount with tears streaming, hair flying, and blood pumping. Set your spirit free with Isabella as she breaks through physical and social barriers to follow her dreams.




From my roots in Alaska I receive strength, centeredness and respect for the awful power of nature. Numerous adventure articles, essays on my website are set in my homeland. In Hawaii I found a spiritual awakening, sensuality and the heroine for my historical novel Wai-nani: A Voice from Old Hawaii. Lost Angel in Paradise, takes you day tripping with me to my favorite outdoor days in sun-splashed California. I share tips for "Wannabe" travel writers in GET GREAT TRIPS. I added Lost Angel Walkabout to my audio books for my armchair traveling friends in 2020. I just released of Embrace of the Wild an historical novel inspired by the life of equestrian explorer Isabella Bird.


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  1. Historical Fiction is my favorite genre to read. I love the cover.

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    1. Thanks Mary, Embrace of the Wild is getting 5 Star reviews. I would love to have yours. Best, Linda

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    2. Hi Mary, if you would like a review copy in exchange for an honest review email me at lballou6@gmail.com

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  2. THanks for the great post. The books sounds amazing and the cover is perfect for it.

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    1. Thanks Debby. I helped create the cover and think it captures the spirit of my heroine. www.lindaballouauthor.com

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    2. Thanks, I helped design the cover. I think it captures the spirit of the book. If you would like a review copy in exchange for an honest review. email me at lballou6@gmail.com

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  3. This looks like an appealing read. I find stories about travel before a time when travel became routine to be very compelling.

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    1. HI Deb. If you would like a review copy , I have a few left. Email me at lballou6@gmail.com if you would like one in exchange for an honest review. Best Linda Ballou


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    2. Hi Deb, if you would like a review copy in exchange for an honest review, I have a few left. email me at lballou6@gmail.com

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  4. Sounds like some interesting travels. Thanks for the chance.

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    1. Isabella Bird went on to explore Japan, Korea and other parts of the world that had never seen a white woman. She was one brave lady.

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  5. Sounds really good. Thanks for hosting.

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