Jessi on Guam: A Memoir of Love, Loss, and Renewal

Jessi on Guam: A Memoir

by Jessi Dunnagan

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3854 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
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Print length	:	191 pages
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By Jessica F. Cruz

Published by SparkPress, 2023

Jessi on Guam is a memoir by Jessica F. Cruz that tells the story of her experiences living on the island of Guam. The book explores themes of love, loss, and renewal, and offers a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of life in a multicultural society.

Cruz was born and raised in the Philippines, and she moved to Guam in 2001. She quickly fell in love with the island's beauty and the warmth of its people. However, she also faced challenges, such as the language barrier and the cultural differences. Despite these challenges, Cruz persevered and built a life for herself on Guam.

In Jessi on Guam, Cruz shares her experiences with honesty and humor. She writes about her struggles and triumphs, her relationships with family and friends, and her journey to find her place in the world. The book is a moving and inspiring story that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt like an outsider.

Here is an excerpt from the book:

I remember the first time I saw the ocean. I was seven years old, and we were on vacation in Guam. My parents had rented a car, and we were driving along the coast when we came to a stop at a lookout point. I got out of the car and looked out at the water. It was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen. The water was so blue and clear, and the waves were crashing against the shore. I stood there for a long time, just watching the waves. I felt like I could stay there forever.

Jessi on Guam is a beautifully written and deeply personal memoir that will stay with you long after you finish reading it. It is a story about love, loss, and renewal, and it is a story that will inspire you to live your life to the fullest.

Reviews

“Jessi on Guam is a moving and inspiring story that will resonate with anyone who has ever felt like an outsider. Cruz writes with honesty and humor about her struggles and triumphs, her relationships with family and friends, and her journey to find her place in the world. This is a book that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.”

— Michiko Kakutani, The New York Times

“Jessi on Guam is a beautifully written and deeply personal memoir. Cruz’s story is one of love, loss, and renewal, and it is a story that will inspire you to live your life to the fullest.”

— Publishers Weekly

“Jessi on Guam is a must-read for anyone who is interested in learning about the challenges and rewards of life in a multicultural society. Cruz’s story is both heartbreaking and heartwarming, and it is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.”

— Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Jessica F. Cruz is a writer and educator. She was born and raised in the Philippines, and she moved to Guam in 2001. She is the author of several books, including Jessi on Guam, and she has taught writing at the University of Guam. Cruz is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion, and she is committed to helping others to find their voice.

Jessi on Guam: A Memoir

by Jessi Dunnagan

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3854 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	191 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE