An interesting and enjoyable read while we were on our Alaskan cruise was "Wilderness Blues" by T.B. Botts. Signed copies were readily available at the shops in Icy Strait Point. I love local author type books relating to an area that I am visiting. I had this one finished before we left the ship.
Botts tells his story about leaving life as he knew it to move with his family to Alaska- to join an end of times religious group. Life is a bit more primitive in his new situation, and he does struggle to earn a living, especially as the religious group claims a chunk of his earnings.
The book does have a very casual feel (you do feel like the author is telling you about his life over a hot drink at a coffee shop). Some of the stories are funny and comical, but you do feel for T.B. as he does all he can for his family, while trying to fit in with his faith community.
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