Böcker av Cori Wamsley

***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."" ~EmThanks 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

*** Braving the Shore won the 2023 Author Zone Award for Excellence in Fiction. ***5 Stars!I had planned on reading just a few chapters each night to unwind before bed. Then once I started reading, I was so intrigued by the storyline that I couldn't put it down. I loved the detail and emotion of the bond between sisters that could survive time and space. Cori is a true master of words and this novel drew me in to the storyline. I suggest everyone put Braving the Shore on their reading list! You won't regret it.¿¿¿¿¿¿¿~ PriscillaThinking she finally has her life together, Chelsea Beckett is settling into being a single mom to her adorable daughter and balancing running The Salty Cupcake Mermaid Bakery Café.Her twin, mirror image Jocelyn Bloom, couldn't be more different. She spends her days planning her next adventure for her popular travel blog-turned-show and being on camera. India, France, Chile, Germany . . . she's touched many parts of the world, though her heart is with her sister.When these two women reunite for their 35th birthday, an accident upends their worlds. Chelsea must navigate memory loss as she struggles to regain her footing, while Jocelyn goes through her own tough recovery. Soon, Chelsea discovers that her life is more complicated than she thought, especially when unexpected sparks fly ... in the wrong direction.With the help of a mysterious friend, Chelsea must determine how to continue on her life path ... if she even wants to. Will she attempt to reignite an old flame? Or does she need to brave another shore to discover where she belongs?"Cori Wamsley writes an intriguing story, one she has artfully woven with the unbreakable bonds of sisterly love and the infinite connection to the spiritual realm."J.D. WyldeAuthor of When Trouble Comes Calling and When Push Comes to Shove"Cori Wamsley sparks intrigue in Braving the Shore by bringing reality and the ethereal together to find balance in the sisters' lives. She is a brilliant and colorfully descriptive author whose writing draws in the audience, allowing the reader to feel like they are in the midst of the storyline. "Sue E. Fattibene,Author of The Day the Angel Sat Beside Me, Inspirational Speaker, Life Coach