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Verónica’s Diary

The Journey Of Innocence

   “A unique marriage of memory and imagination that lights the tricky trail from childhood to young  womanhood with hope!”

               Howard G. Franklin, Author, An Irish Experience

  “Verónica’s Diary, details the author’s unique early life in Lisbon, Portugal, spanning the 1940’s through  the 60’s, but the angst, trauma, insights and joys of growing up are timeless and universal. A wonderful story!”

               Amalie J. Hill, Author, Ambolaja Into the Light, and Discontinuity

  “In this first person narrative, Veronica Esagui, tells her own story, in her own voice through the ages of  her youth, spinning a fascinating yarn of intrigue, resilience, control, heartbreak, and fatalism,  which culminates in a course fabric of truth that is run through, unapologetically, with a fortitudinous,  glowing thread of innocence and joy. A compelling read. I look forward to the next installment.”

     ─ Sharon Martini, Author, Publisher, Dotty Beetle Books, a division of Lady Bird Designs LLC

  “A wonderful read that provides a glimpse of another culture during times past, written from a perspective  that is wonderfully Veronica’s. Her personal recollections whisk the reader along a unique yet personally  familiar story of a child’s journey into adulthood. I can’t wait for the sequel.”

           Danny C. Duke, Ph.D

  “A richly detailed account of people and places: Lisbon, Portugal in the mid-40’s and the sweeping influences   of Americana; rock and roll, movie stars… and plastic tablecloths. Tales of political unrest and personal   poverty anchor Verónica’s march through childhood to her arranged marriage at 18. A delightful can’t-put-it-   down story!”

           ─  Susan Rich, RichWriting. Marketing Business Writer & Editor

  “I really enjoyed reading Verónica’s Diary as I learned a lot about her unique and interesting life growing up in Portugal. I was amazed how much the author can remember from her entire life. I am looking forward  to reading the sequel and learning more about her arranged marriage and how it all worked out.”

    ─ Susan Booth Larson, instructor at Portland Community College and Portland State University

  “I was moved by the author’s description of her childhood which in many ways reminded me of my own.   I wanted to grab that little girl and give her a hug.  I loved the book and can’t wait to read the next sequel.”

              ─ Ruth Sharkey

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