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The Tenth Island: Finding Joy, Beauty, and Unexpected Love in the Azores

Diana Marcum
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The Tenth Island: Finding Joy, Beauty, and Unexpected Love in the Azores

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2018

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Diana Marcum

The Tenth Island: Finding Joy, Beauty, and Unexpected Love in the Azores

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2018
Book Details
Pages

225

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Azores • 2010s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Tenth Island: Finding Joy, Beauty, and Unexpected Love in the Azores, Diana Marcum, a journalist, embarks on a journey to the Azores. She explores the archipelago's enchanting landscapes, distinctive culture, and residents' stories, documenting her personal transformation and the deep connections she forms along the way.

Inspirational

Heartwarming

Adventurous

Reviews & Readership

3.6

12,183 ratings

58%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Diana Marcum's The Tenth Island immerses readers in the captivating landscapes and culture of the Azores, capturing themes of joy and love. Positively noted for its vivid descriptions and heartfelt narrative, some critique its pacing and perceived lack of depth in parts. However, the book overall is praised for its engaging storytelling and evocative exploration of self-discovery.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Tenth Island: Finding Joy, Beauty, and Unexpected Love in the Azores?

A reader who enjoys The Tenth Island would likely appreciate travel memoirs with themes of personal discovery, culture, and romance. Fans of Elizabeth Gilbert’s Eat, Pray, Love or Frances Mayes’ Under the Tuscan Sun may find a similar joy in Diana Marcum’s exploration of the Azores.

3.6

12,183 ratings

58%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

16%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

225

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Azores • 2010s

Publication Year

2018

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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