I adore reading and you will find books spilling over in every room in my home. Sometimes I think I live in a library.....but to be honest, not all books are what I term "shelfworthy". There are the books who get shelf space because they are yet to be read, and those that get space because they are so good that I (or John Mark) will read them again. The other unfortunate books find there way to my garage sale/paperback exchange box. The book Queen of The Road by Doreen Orion is shelfworthy which is the highest praise I can give.
This novel follows the hilarious and sometimes poignant adventures of Doreen and her husband as they embark on a one year sabbatical tour of the United States in a refurbished bus. First let me say that I admire Doreen for overcoming her fears of such an odious undertaking, and turning it into an experience of self discovery. Every chapter starts off with a cocktail recipe reminiscent of the story to come. I must admit I can't wait to make Elusive Moose and Love me Bender.
I really enjoyed the history involved in some of the locations, and probably my favorite part was their stay at the Nudist RV resort. I half to admit a little disappointment that they were not as enchanted with Texas as I am....but hey I understand we Texans are not everyone's cup of tea. Finally, Doreen has left me with a burning desire to visit Savannah, and experience that city in all it's glory.
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