I first read this as a bookring/bookray (? can't remember which & am too lazy to dig through & find out), and I liked it so much that I ordered a copy to keep. I think I've just finished my 2nd re-read, and it is still interesting. I wish I had the money to be able to just take off for a year! But, knowing what was in store for her, I'm glad she was able to have these adventures.