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Traveling with Ghosts: A Memoir

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Book Synopsis: A “rich, unblinking” (USA TODAY) memoir that moves from grief to reckoning to reflection to solace as a marine biologist shares the solo worldwide journey she took after her fiancé suffered a fatal box jellyfish attack in Thailand.&In the summer of 2002, Shannon Leone Fowler was a blissful twenty-eight-year-old marine biologist, spending the summer backpacking through Asia with the love of her life—her fiancé, Sean. He was holding her in the ocean’s shallow waters off the coast of Ko Pha Ngan, Thailand, when a box jellyfish—the most venomous animal in the world—wrapped around his legs, stinging and killing him in a matter of minutes, irreparably changing Shannon’s life forever. Untethered and unsure how to face returning to her life’s work—the ocean—Shannon sought out solace in a passion she shared with Sean: travel. Traveling with Ghosts takes Shannon on journeys both physical and emotional, weaving through her shared travels with Sean and those she took in the wake of his sudden passing. She ventured to mostly landlocked countries, and places with tumultuous pasts and extreme sociopolitical environments, to help make sense of her tragedy. From Oswiecim, Poland (the site of Auschwitz) to war-torn Israel, to shelled-out Bosnia, to poverty-stricken Romania, and ultimately, to Barcelona where she and Sean met years ago, Shannon began to find a path toward healing. Hailed as a “brave and necessary record of love” (Ann Patchett, New York Times bestselling author of Bel Canto and Commonwealth) and “as intricate and deep as memory itself” (Jane Hamilton, author of A Map of the World), Shannon Leone Fowler has woven a beautifully rendered, profoundly moving memorial to those we have lost on our journeys and the unexpected ways their presence echoes in all places—and voyages—big and small.

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Embark on an emotional journey of grief, reckoning, and solace with "Traveling with Ghosts: A Memoir." This poignant memoir follows marine biologist Shannon Leone Fowler as she navigates the aftermath of a tragic box jellyfish attack that claimed the life of her fiancé. Through her solo worldwide travels, Shannon finds healing and reflection in the places she and her love once shared, creating a powerful narrative of love and loss that is sure to resonate with readers.

Discover the transformative power of travel as Shannon courageously explores countries with tumultuous pasts and profound histories. From the haunting grounds of Auschwitz in Poland to the war-torn landscapes of Israel and Bosnia, Shannon's journey is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of unimaginable loss. Through her vivid storytelling and heartfelt reflections, she invites readers to join her on a compelling voyage of healing and self-discovery.

"Traveling with Ghosts" is a riveting and poignant memoir that captures the essence of love, loss, and the enduring power of memory. As Shannon's narrative unfolds, readers are invited to witness her emotional evolution as she navigates grief, finds solace in new horizons, and honors the memory of her beloved fiancé. This moving tale is a testament to the unbreakable bond between two souls and the profound impact of travel on the healing process.

Are you ready to embark on a soul-stirring journey of love, loss, and redemption? Dive into the pages of "Traveling with Ghosts: A Memoir" and experience the profound beauty of Shannon Leone Fowler's powerful storytelling. Join her as she navigates the depths of grief, discovers solace in unexpected places, and embraces the transformative power of travel. Don't miss this evocative memoir that will linger in your heart long after you turn the final page.

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