As someone who travels for work and enjoys solo travel, I really thought this book would be right up my alley. I think the book summary is very misleading. The story seems to be more of the author re-telling other solo female travelers stories/books and very little of her own. The irony is that in summarizing many of these women's stories, the author states how she feels like she was there, or that she did it herself, and yet when it comes to her own travel stories, I felt none of that. My other problem with the book is that it's extremely disjointed. All too often the author would start with one thought and within a paragraph or two be on a complexly different tangent, to the point that I'd sometimes look back and reread to see if I had missed something. And finally, the "list" chapters. Frankly, these just seem to be unnecessary filler.
I appreciate the opportunity to read an advanced copy but I'm glad I did not pay for this book. I would have been disappointed.

Nothing really new here... I always pick up some tips and interesting to hear about other peoples wanderlust and adventures.

A Trip of One's Own by Kate Wills promises to spark wanderlust, and I am here to tell you that it more than delivers on this guarantee. If, like me, you have been longing to experience the kind of high that only travel and adventure can provide, then look no further than this gem of a memoir.

Travel journalist Kate has reached the end of her marriage and for the first time in her life finds herself wading into the uncharted waters of solo travel. Looking to be inspired by lone female travellers of the past, Kate uncovers the stories of some truly remarkable women who went it alone, despite all conventions of the time, ultimately paving the way for female travellers of today. And if that is not fascinating enough to fuel your intrepid wanderlust, Ms Wills has thoughtfully included some very practical tips and tricks that will help to ease your own journey.

This is a memoir that I will return to again, both as a reference and for some levity when my confidence in going it alone is a little wobbly. Recommended.

Many thanks to NetGalley and SOURCEBOOKS for an ARC.