{"product_id":"alfacinha-a-memoir-9798318822520","title":"Alfacinha: A Memoir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeginning in Lisbon's vibrant streets and unfolding across continents, one woman's search for love, freedom, and belonging becomes a memoir of how people and places enchant us, challenge us, and shape the winding path toward home.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eAlfacinha\u003c\/em\u003e, follow Eva, a spirited lawyer-turned-linguist from the U.S., as she embarks on a transformative journey through Lisbon, a city that captivates her heart and soul. With its stunning hills, majestic architecture, and tantalizing cuisine, Lisbon becomes a backdrop for Eva's quest for freedom and self-discovery. Over eight visits in eight years, she grapples with profound questions about identity and finding her place in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis engaging, multilingual travel memoir takes readers to Portugal and beyond, whisking them away to sun-soaked summers in Europe, winter getaways in the Dominican Republic, and exhilarating adventures in Brazil and Cape Verde. Each destination adds layers to Eva's understanding of love, freedom, and the intricate tapestry of human connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLisbon emerges not just as a destination but as a compass guiding Eva through her experiences, reflecting her growth and aspirations. \u003cem\u003eAlfacinha\u003c\/em\u003e is more than a travel narrative; it is a heartfelt exploration of the beauty and complexity of life. Eva's story resonates with anyone who has ever sought their place in the world, reminding us that every journey is filled with moments of joy, heartache, and revelation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJoin Eva as she navigates the vibrant streets of Lisbon and beyond, discovering that the world is a mosaic of experiences-both enchanting and imperfect. \u003cem\u003eAlfacinha\u003c\/em\u003e invites readers to reflect on their own journeys, the connections that shape them, and the people and places they choose to call home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWheeler, Eva Michelle:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e - Eva Michelle Wheeler is a college professor and semi-retired attorney whose love for travel has taken her to more than 60 countries on six continents. A self-proclaimed eternal optimist, free spirit, and dreamer of big dreams, Eva regularly inhabits the intersection between \"Black Girl Magic\" and \"Black Girl Mess.\" When she's not traveling or teaching, you can find Eva on a beach with a passion fruit mocktail and some local vegetarian cuisine. Eva has lived in 16 cities, seven states, and four countries (and contrary to the rumor her friend Kathy's mom started, she does not secretly work for the CIA). You can follow Eva on Instagram: @evadelaire_","brand":"Palmetto Publishing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52176087646482,"sku":"9798318822520","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_63b37d82-52f9-4883-a797-7294603dac5e.jpg?v=1775559473","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/alfacinha-a-memoir-9798318822520","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}