Belize Survivor: Darker Side of Paradise

by Nancy R. Koerner

In the early seventies, the anti-establishment counterculture evolved into a new movement of health and agricultural purists. Rebelling against the politics and pollution of the U.S., these young people sought to create their own natural paradise outside its borders. This is the story of one such expatriated American, a starry-eyed wild child who searches for a fantasy lifestyle and gets more than she bargains for. The storyline, a colorful tapestry of romantic adventure set in the jungles of Belize, Central America, is flavored with vivid imagery, picturesque characters, wild animals, and Mayan archaeological intrigue. But it is also a compelling story of a maturing young woman and her battle with the darker side of human nature, of innocence lost, deception, infidelity, and heartbreaking exile. Full of poignant moral dilemma, it is a story of one woman's survival, of exceptional courage, strength in overcoming adversity, spiritual growth, and eventual triumph.

300 pages, Paperback

First published April 26, 2007

Reviews

[Stephanie · Rating 2 out of 5]

I wasn't a fan of the writing style, but I enjoy the story. This has been one of the saddest books I have read in a while. Nevertheless, I enjoyed it because it's a taste of real life. There is nothing to cushion the blow of the pain of life. The author does always manages to sneak in a little ray of hope throughout this otherwise depressing story.

[Whitney Zink · Rating 1 out of 5]

I didn't even finish this book. It was just kind of sad and tedious. Disappointing.

[Carole Patterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

A page turner,Truly a survivor and what it takes to overcome one of lifes's trageies.To be able to move on to the next chapter.

[Jane Franchino · Rating 3 out of 5]

Enjoyable but would have liked more info on what happened after her escape. Would like to know how autobiographical this really was.