The Trekking Pawns' Diary

Hey there, fellow adventurers and book lovers! It's one of The Trekking Pawns here, and I recently am in the mist of reading the enchanting novel Gods of Jade and Shadow by Silvia Moreno-Garcia. As someone who loves to explore the world through the lens of literature, I am captivated by the story of Casiopea Tun and her thrilling journey across Mexico. This tale beautifully blends historical fiction with Mayan mythology, taking readers on a journey from the dusty town of Uukumil to the vibrant streets of Mexico City and beyond. Inspired by Casiopea's adventures, I couldn't help but daydream about visiting the places featured in the book. So, let's dive into a travel itinerary inspired by this captivating story! ( Disclaimer: Some of the links on here are affiliate links and I may earn if you click or buy on them, AT NO EXTRA cost to you. Hope you find the information here useful! Thanks.) Uukumil: A Quiet Beginning Our journey begins in the small, fictional town of Uuk

  Hello, fellow book lovers and travel enthusiasts! As one half of The Trekking Pawns, I have a particular passion for finding books set in the places we visit. There's something magical about reading a story and then seeing those locations come to life before your eyes. Our latest trip took to Paris , but this novel too me from the opulent mansions of New York's Fifth Avenue to the battlefields of war-torn France, all through the pages of Danielle Steel's "A Good Woman." This historical novel follows the incredible journey of Annabelle Worthington, a woman whose life is forever changed by tragedy, love, and resilience. New York: A World of Privilege and Loss Annabelle's story begins in the glamorous world of early 20th-century New York society. Raised among the elite, she lives in the luxurious homes on Fifth Avenue and the summer estates of Newport, Rhode Island. The descriptions of these settings are lush and vivid, painting a picture of a world of privile