Award Winning Nonfiction Memoir Book

American Book Fest 

November 2019

“…Amy L. Greeson entices you into sharing perhaps the most spectacular if soft-spoken memoir this reviewer has ever read. Appropriately titled And the Silent Spoke, Greeson’s exquisitely presented memories read like an award-winning documentary. Her observations are so precise and comprehensive, so intelligent and perceptive, so utterly sensitive to the alternative realities existing among Earth’s indigenous populations that this brilliant author takes you, to say it futuristically, where no man has trod before. Okay, that may be an overstatement. But this literary diary, superbly comprised of truly unique, invaluably meaningful (in a deeply human way), intensely vivid recollections, simply screams for overstatement ... if in a rather quiet way.”

Joel Dennstedt, 5 Stars, Readers’ Favorite

“…I enjoyed the construction and how each tale builds upon the overall theme whilst also having its own moral or takeaway that Amy learned during her amazing experiences. Add to this the way she brings other people she has met to life, and you have a fully immersive account that warmly speaks of other cultures, making friends and living a life which is truly worth living. Overall, And The Silent Spoke is a fantastic work of travel fiction, memoir and inspiring humanistic consideration all rolled into one: an adventure that we have much to learn from.”

K.C. Finn, 5 Stars, Readers' Favorite

“… I found the approach unique, charming and enjoyable. The reader sees the world through the eyes of indigenous people in remote regions. The stories about the adventures she had and the people she got to know are engaging and inspirational. The hardships of the expeditions seemed worth the pain compared to the knowledge gained, the beautiful scenery they witnessed and the warm human relationships developed. And the Silent Spoke is an enjoyable read you won’t want to put down.”  Karen Walpole, 5 Stars, Readers' Favorite

“…There is more to this narrative than the search for indigenous medicine because the author encounters new cultures, is immersed in new ways of life and unique ways of looking at it. But these journeys aren’t without their fair share of challenges. Amy experiences difficult landscapes, tribal conflicts, police arrests, and an unusual swarm of bees. But there is beauty as she explores the humanity of the people she encounters, love and friendships.” Christian Sia, 5 Stars, Readers’ Favorite

“…Amy’s writing style is warm and engaging. Often, intense expeditions with a few people can lead to friction or problems, but the team spirit of Amy and others is nice to see. I hope books like these inspire people, and more women to step out of their comfort zones and explore the world.” Gisela Dixon, 5 Stars, Readers’ Favorite

“… I found this to be both a profound and beautifully written account of her adventures around the globe.
… I loved the excellent and lively descriptions of places many of us will only ever dream of visiting. The thoughts and sentiments shared in this book resonated with me. I particularly liked the compassion showed to local people who are often having to make choices based on survival and, are not always following what the West thinks is appropriate. Ms. Greeson did not judge anyone she met on her travels. Her account has made me think more about how much we can learn from indigenous people and their customs. I hope others will also take that message from this book. After reading this, I realized that we owe indigenous healers a debt of gratitude for sharing their knowledge about plants and the way they use them. And I am saddened to think about those who will pass away without being able to pass along valuable knowledge.

Susan Miller, 4 Stars,

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