The Treasures We Seek - Wamsley, Cori

. .

Résumé :
***5 Stars I picked this book up at a book event, and it turned out to be the perfect vacation read! It transported me to another country and to another time via an archeological dig. It addresses so many themes, from geological phenomena to navigating the world with dietary sensitivities to finding confidence in the midst of anxiety. It's a Christmas story, to boot! If you like women's fiction with a touch of Indiana Jones, you'll enjoy Treasures. ~Em Thanks to a rough breakup a year ago, Kenzi Ashbury has hunkered down in her comforts-mostly work, books, movies at home, and a glass of wine with her besties. But Kenzi's friend Lauren decides to shake up her world even if she has to throw her on a plane herself. Together, they trek to Castel Gandolfo, Italy, to take part in an archaeological dig, right before Kenzi's work and family obligations are set to send her screaming for the safety of her couch. Together in Italy, they mine the Roman Empire's past as Kenzi struggles to master her anxiety surrounding the upcoming family holiday and a huge project at work-the new headquarters for a famous designer. Not to mention that cute coworker who keeps emailing her! Will the history buried in the earth help Kenzi make peace with her past and bravely step into a bigger, bolder life? Fans of Barbara O'Neal and Sophie Kinsella will love this witty and enchanting tale! Cori Wamsley's novel effortlessly transports readers to a time of genuine self-discovery, when we experience revelations about life as we are living it. With a vibrant and energetic tone, Wamsley imparts the thrill of introspection, gracefully sharing life's insights without prescription. The narrative beautifully weaves history, culture, and architecture together with a thread of serendipity, into a rich Italian tapestry that mirrors the multi-dimensional experience of individual exploration and adventure. Wamsley's blend of wisdom and wit creates an engaging, educational, and enchanting treasure well worth digging into.~ Amy Hooper Hanna, CEO of AhHA! Coaching & Consulting, and Co-author of For She Who Grieves: Practical Wisdom for Living Hope When Kenzi decides to take a whirlwind trip to Italy-to work at an archeological site-she has no way of knowing that she'll dig up far more than just priceless artifacts. She'll also unearth a more authentic version of herself. The Treasures We Seek is a warm, thoughtful, and powerfully quiet story of self-actualization. Readers who struggle with prioritizing their own needs instead of everyone else's will find much to love in this book. So will readers who appreciate breaking out of routines and trying things that are wholly and thrillingly new. The Treasures We Seek shows how letting our insecurities crumble like shards of pottery can be the first step in seeing everything finally come together.~Stacey Elza, Author of Falling Lessons...

Biographie:
Cori Wamsley is an award-winning author of best friend stories with a side of romance. She has written 10 books including her most recent The Treasures We Seek and Braving the Shore, which was lauded with The Author Zone Award for excellence in fiction in 2023. Her stories are enchanting and witty, woven with the magic of self-discovery, history, adventure, and falling in love.Cori is the transformational publisher who runs Aurora Corialis Publishing and works with powerhouse coaches and speakers who want a book that not only tells someone what to do but also deeply engages with the reader through their personal or business story: their soul book. After 10 years of experience as a professional writer and editor, she started her freelance business and then her publishing house while she wrote her novels. Cori holds a master's and bachelor's in English literature and a bachelor's in biology from West Virginia University. She lives in Pittsburgh, Pa., with her husband and two daughters. What lights her up? Sweet romance books, dark chocolate, quiet time, a romp through a city in Europe (wishing!), painting, writing her 11th book, making someone's day, gorgeous clothes, pink and purple anything, and her children following her instructions.Connect with Cori at www.auroracorialispublishing.com/Cori-Wamsley-author or on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok....

Sommaire:
***5 Stars I picked this book up at a book event, and it turned out to be the perfect vacation read! It transported me to another country and to another time via an archeological dig. It addresses so many themes, from geological phenomena to navigating the world with dietary sensitivities to finding confidence in the midst of anxiety. It's a Christmas story, to boot! If you like women's fiction with a touch of Indiana Jones, you'll enjoy Treasures. ~Em Thanks to a rough breakup a year ago, Kenzi Ashbury has hunkered down in her comforts-mostly work, books, movies at home, and a glass of wine with her besties. But Kenzi's friend Lauren decides to shake up her world even if she has to throw her on a plane herself. Together, they trek to Castel Gandolfo, Italy, to take part in an archaeological dig, right before Kenzi's work and family obligations are set to send her screaming for the safety of her couch. Together in Italy, they mine the Roman Empire's past as Kenzi struggles to master her anxiety surrounding the upcoming family holiday and a huge project at work-the new headquarters for a famous designer. Not to mention that cute coworker who keeps emailing her! Will the history buried in the earth help Kenzi make peace with her past and bravely step into a bigger, bolder life? Fans of Barbara O'Neal and Sophie Kinsella will love this witty and enchanting tale! Cori Wamsley's novel effortlessly transports readers to a time of genuine self-discovery, when we experience revelations about life as we are living it. With a vibrant and energetic tone, Wamsley imparts the thrill of introspection, gracefully sharing life's insights without prescription. The narrative beautifully weaves history, culture, and architecture together with a thread of serendipity, into a rich Italian tapestry that mirrors the multi-dimensional experience of individual exploration and adventure. Wamsley's blend of wisdom and wit creates an engaging, educational, and enchanting treasure well worth digging into.~ Amy Hooper Hanna, CEO of AhHA! Coaching & Consulting, and Co-author of For She Who Grieves: Practical Wisdom for Living Hope When Kenzi decides to take a whirlwind trip to Italy-to work at an archeological site-she has no way of knowing that she'll dig up far more than just priceless artifacts. She'll also unearth a more authentic version of herself. The Treasures We Seek is a warm, thoughtful, and powerfully quiet story of self-actualization. Readers who struggle with prioritizing their own needs instead of everyone else's will find much to love in this book. So will readers who appreciate breaking out of routines and trying things that are wholly and thrillingly new. The Treasures We Seek shows how letting our insecurities crumble like shards of pottery can be the first step in seeing everything finally come together.~Stacey Elza, Author of Falling Lessons...