Escape from Ireland

by Jennylynd James

Escape from Ireland is a memoir that gives insight into Irish attitudes and traits as seen through the eyes of a new immigrant. With a mix of warmth, joy, and hope, it explores the highs and lows of settling in a new country. Humorous trials are endured like Irish speed dating, disastrous home renovations, and maniacal bosses. Escape from Ireland shows how hard work and determination, combined with an easygoing, fearless attitude can bring great success against the odds. Go raibh mile maith agat Eire. Thanks Ireland for all the wonderful memories."

Genres: Nonfiction, Travel, Cultural

308 pages, Paperback

First published January 25, 2013

About the author

Jennylynd James is a Renaissance woman: an artist, writer, and musician with a long work history as a food scientist. She gained a Ph.D. in Food Science at McGill University, Canada and worked in this field for over 20 years for large multinational companies. Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, Jennylynd has also lived in the United States, Canada, and Ireland. She has written a series of travel memoirs to chronicle her many adventures in relocation. Jennylynd hopes to touch the reader by evoking an understanding of all the emotions involved in moving to a foreign country. She wants her stories of resilience and thriving to empower and motivate readers.
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Reviews

[Jennylynd James]

This is an amazing escape to the emerald isle... Ireland!

[Margie]

Don't bother reading this book. Could not even get a 1/4th of the way through it.