Release: June 22nd 2021
Format: Ebook
Publisher: Gail Force Publishing
Source: iread Book Tours
Find it at: Goodreads, Amazon , Barnes & Noble , Book Depository , Books A Million , Indie Bound
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The Wilderness Spa brings people from three quite different sources together to survive catastrophe in the Alaskan wilderness. They amaze themselves in their ability to coalesce and work cohesively in the face of hunger, injury, insecurity, and possible death. With that on their minds, they explore statistics, logic, social justice, and challenges to philosophies and social norms.
After rocky starts when new members enter the group, they learn to find the best in their fellow travelers, how to help, follow, and lead when necessary. Nothing is ever easy. Without attacking each other, they dig deep to reconcile their differences.
Join the group as they make the best of what they have. Struggle along with them and reconcile your own philosophical belief systems with logic and science.
About the Author:
Jim Halverson is the author of Trials & Trails (2019) and Ponce, What Actually Happened at the Fountain of Youth (upcoming, 2021). Jim grew up in the rural, gold-mining town of Mokelumne Hill, CA and received his MBA from Golden Gate University.
He spent part of his life on a ranch and is an avid student of psychology. He recognizes the struggles of all men and women seeking equality and respect. Jim and his wife, Gail, spend their time traveling from their small farm in Forestville, CA.
Wilderness Spa Review:
“Wilderness Spa” is a beautiful tale about survival and human connections, and I was invested in the story throughout.
Firstly, I commend the author for writing such a beautiful story about human nature. I enjoyed reading this book for the variety of topics he covered as the story progresses. Even though the plot has exciting moments where the group tests their survival skills, their conversations were the story’s highlight as I read it. The characters talk about social norms, white privileges, and religious beliefs (to name a few), and it was interesting to see how various characters responded to the situation.
Tom is outstanding in the lead and was my favorite character. Even though he is unsure which is the best approach to managing the group, he shows a brave front and handles them well. He contemplates whether he needs to use anarchy or proper leadership to manage the team, and I liked how the author emphasized this point. I liked how Tom concentrated on their individual needs and saw specific strengths in the individuals. He also takes into consideration their physical problems and fears and handles them accordingly. Other than him, while I like the rest of the case, Ben and Ashley were my favorites too.
Apart from that, the author also adds some exciting moments to the story. He describes the scenes vividly with beautiful details that show how breathtaking and dangerous nature can become. Some parts that stood out for me were when Johnson’s airplane crashes or when they encounter a bear.
Overall, “Wilderness Spa” is a beautiful book to read if you are in the mood for a story of nature, survival, and an eclectic cast of characters.
Giveaway:
3 winners will receive a finished copy of Wilderness Spa, US Only.
Book Tour Schedule
I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the Wilderness Spa by Jim Halverson o Blog Tour hosted by iread Book Tours.
23 Aug – Cover Lover Book Review – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway
24 Aug – Jazzy Book Reviews – book spotlight / guest post / giveaway
25 Aug – Locks, Hooks and Books – book review / giveaway
26 Aug – Sadie’s Spotlight – book spotlight / giveaway
27 Aug – Rockin’ Book Reviews – book review / guest post / giveaway
30 Aug – Books for Books – book review
31 Aug –Cheryl’s Book Nook – book review / giveaway
1 Sep – Pick a Good Book – book spotlight / author interview / giveaway
1 Sep – Rajiv’s Reviews – book review / giveaway
2 Sep – The Adventures of a Traveler’s Wife – book review / author interview / giveaway
3 Sep – Literary Flits – book spotlight / giveaway
6 Sep – Bigreadersite – book review / giveaway
7 Sep – Book Corner News and Reviews – book review / giveaway
7 Sep – Splashes of Joy – book review / author interview/ giveaway
8 Sep – Sefina Hawke’s Books – book spotlight
9 Sep – Kam’s Place – book review
10 Sep – Books and Zebras – book review
