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Leave a comment for us at the bottom of the page.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">LANDLINES &#8211; RAYNOR WINN<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/landlines-9781639364930.jpg\" class=\"legacy-post-image\" alt=\"post image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\"><em>&#8216;This is about her walk along the Cape Wrath Trail in Scotland with her terminally ill husband, Moth. She writes about the healing power of nature and captures the variety of British landscapes beautifully.&#8217;<\/em> <strong>Cassie Pope, <em>Web Content Manager<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Author Raynor Winn can see her husband Moth&#8217;s health is getting worse. 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It\u2019s a beautifully written story of a family in South India.&#8217;<\/em> <strong>Aaron Crawford, <em>Sales Manager<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/books\/2023\/jun\/18\/the-covenant-of-water-by-abraham-verghese-review-an-epic-tale-of-people-and-place\">graceful story<\/a> set amidst the serene landscapes of Kerala, a  profound saga of love, faith and medicine unfolds across three generations of a remarkable family, who desperately pursue the answer to an extraordinary secret.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You may also like: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/unexpected-india-insight-staff-stories\/\">Unexpected India &#8211; Insight staff stories<\/a><\/p>\n<p><\/strong>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">THE BLUE ZONES &#8211; DAN BUETTNER <\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/81MbgACa6ZL._AC_UF8941000_QL80_.jpg\" class=\"legacy-post-image\" alt=\"post image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\"><em>\u2018I read The Blue Zones by Dan Buettner back in college and found it truly insightful. Blue zones are areas in the world where people claim to live longer than average due to improved qualities of life. It takes a look into some of these communities and breaks down some of what makes them so special.\u2019<\/em> <strong>Dakima Jones, <em>Contact Center Consultant<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Read the secrets to a longer, more vibrant life with the guidance of National Geographic Explorer, Dan Buettner. Through his worldwide expeditions, Buettner has unearthed the remarkable strategies for longevity found in the Blue zones\u2014regions where individuals experience exceptionally long and fulfilling lives.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">ON THE PLAIN OF SNAKES &#8211; PAUL THEROUX<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/0241977525.01.S001.LXXXXXXX.jpg\" class=\"legacy-post-image\" alt=\"post image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\"><em>\u2018It&#8217;s curious, adventurous, old-school travel writing on contemporary Mexico that cuts to the meat of the place, rather than just skimming the surface.\u2019 <\/em><strong>Alex Allen, <em>Senior Editorial Manager<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Legendary travel writer Paul Theroux drives the entire length of the USMexico border, then goes deep into the hinterland, on the back roads of Chiapas and Oaxaca, to uncover the rich, layered world behind today&#8217;s brutal headlines.&#8217;<\/p>\n<p>Paul Theroux, legendary travel writer and novelist, dives deep into the beautiful and complex heart of Mexico. Driving the entire length of the US-Mexico border, and then deep into the hinterlands and back roads, he explores the true Mexico that sits behind the troubled headlines.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">SEVEN SISTERS SERIES &#8211; LUCINDA RILEY<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/The-Seven-Sister-books-in-order.webp\" class=\"legacy-post-image\" alt=\"post image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\"><em>\u2018Currently reading The Seven Sisters series. Each book follows the journey of one of the adopted sisters as they learn about their history &amp; that of their birth family following the death of their adoptive father.&#8217; <\/em><strong>Stephen Cowley, <em>Sales and Operations Analyst<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Lucinda Riley&#8217;s Seven Sisters series draws inspiration from the mythical tale of the Pleiades, enrapturing readers far and wide with its enchanting narrative.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">CALL ME BY YOUR NAME &#8211; Andr\u00e9 Aciman<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/81b8bgvoIJL._AC_UF8941000_QL80_.jpg\" class=\"legacy-post-image\" alt=\"post image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\"><em>\u2018Call Me By Your Name by Andr\u00e9 Aciman is a favourite book of mine. It\u2019s a beautifully written story set in the Italian Riviera about a sudden romance that blossoms between two young men during the course of summer. It\u2019s a completely immersive book that can be read in a day or two, perfect for a summer vacation.\u2019<\/em><strong> Minh Vo, <em>Global Product &amp; Knowledge Specialist<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this testament to the intricacies of intimacy, Andr\u00e9 Aciman masterfully captures the delicate dance of emotions that surround attraction. Poignant and unflinchingly honest, &#8220;Call me by your Name&#8221; is a classic tale of passion within a cosmopolitan family, all set in the stylish  backdrop of the Italian Rivieria.<\/p>\n<p><strong>You may also like: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/best-time-to-visit-italy\/\">Blossoming Romance: Why May is the best time to visit Italy<\/a><\/strong>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">RED NOTICE &#8211; BILL BROWDER<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/71YHxxfuOzL._AC_UF8941000_QL80_.jpg\" class=\"legacy-post-image\" alt=\"post image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\"><em>&#8216;I am reading SUCH an interesting book at the moment &#8211; it&#8217;s called Red Notice: A True Story of Corruption, Murder and One Man\u2019s Fight for Justice. It&#8217;s very political though so not sure if fitting for the blog but anyone that wants a riveting read you can&#8217;t put down, this is a winner!&#8217; <\/em><strong>Gemma Myhill, <em>Head of Partnerships &amp; Special Projects<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This real-life political thriller unravels the extraordinary journey of an American financier in Russia&#8217;s Wild East. What starts as a shrewd investment opportunity turns dark after the murder of Browder&#8217;s young tax attorney, fueling a mission to expose the deep-seated corruption that permeates the Kremlin. This gripping account offers an unflinching glimpse into the darkest corners of high finance, leaving an indelible mark on those who dare to unravel its compelling truths.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">FIT TO BE TIED &#8211; BILL AND LYNNE HYBELS<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/9780310533719.jpg\" class=\"legacy-post-image\" alt=\"post image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\"><em>\u2018Currently reading Fit to be Tied by Bill and Lynne Hybels. It explores the highs and lows of their marriage from a religious standpoint as well as a personal one. Sort of a handbook before getting married.\u2019<\/em> <strong>Paul Riba, <em>Global Support<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>In this accessible and insightful guide to marriage, the authors, who are themselves married, draw upon their own personal experiences to illuminate the path towards a joyous, nourishing, and enduring partnership. With earnest counsel and genuine care, the Hybels empower readers to make discerning choices regarding their choice of life partner, while equipping them with the tools necessary to cultivate lasting love.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">THE TEN THOUSAND DOORS OF JANUARY &#8211; ALIX E. 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Often, she feels as out of place as the peculiar treasures and oddities that fill the vast halls. But everything changes when she discovers a mysterious book: a gateway to other worlds. Through its pages, she embarks on a thrilling journey of love, adventure, and peril, unraveling truths help write her own captivating story.\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\">\n<h3 class=\"legacy-post-title\">I WILL TEACH YOU TO BE RICH &#8211;  RAMIT SETHI<\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.insightvacations.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/81c9SSbG3OL._AC_UF8941000_QL80_.jpg\" class=\"legacy-post-image\" alt=\"post image\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"legacy-blog-column\"><em>&#8216;I like this book and the workbook because it gives me motivation and a push to get back on track. I like that there are practical accountability tasks. 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