It All Began with Caroline: A True Story by Nava Writz Bogaard

It All Began with Caroline: A True Story by Nava Writz Bogaard

Meet Nava, a woman whose arrival into the world was fashionably late, missing her chance to share a birthday with a royal princess. Growing up in impoverished Tel Aviv, Nava yearned for a different life, one that seemed reserved for those born into royalty. It was during a momentous occasion—the electrifying broadcast of JFK’s inauguration speech—that Nava experienced a profound realization. The path to royalty, she discovered, required one to be born into it or marry into it. But the American dream? That was something within her reach. With a burning desire for grandeur, Nava set out on a remarkable and unpredictable journey to the USA. She dreamed of a grand staircase like the one in The Brady Bunch, longed to be “kissed in English,” and fantasized about appearing on Good Morning America. Her path took her across continents, leading her through a roller-coaster of drama, loss, and joy. Within the pages of this enthralling novel, based on a true story, Nava warmly invites readers to join her on an exhilarating expedition from Tel Aviv to Los Angeles, by way of New York City, Amsterdam, and Rome. Her story weaves a tapestry of alternating emotions, intermingling happiness and sorrow, while imparting invaluable pearls of wisdom and inspiration. Through the picturesque, raw, and tender language she employs, Nava masterfully delivers an intimate account that will capture your heart. What’s more, Nava eagerly invites you to connect with her on social media. She cherishes the opportunity to meet new people and share her captivating stories with newfound friends. So buckle up, dive into the pages, and prepare to be swept away on a truly personal voyage of resilience, hope, and self-discovery. This is a wonderful read. Nava's story is intriguing. Her tenacity is inspiring. She gives the reader a pathway to achieving goals that seem out of reach. Her "never give up" philosophy applies to all the areas of our lives. Laugh and cry when you read this book. - Mimi Donaldson, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This true story is one I have longed to read for a while and so glad to finally have it released in English! To be able to read about the life of someone who unknowingly played a role in dreams of my own has proved to be more than I could have imagined. Thank you for putting it into words! - Heidi R. Austin, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ This is a fascinating rags-to-riches story, told honestly with a good sense of humor. As you read through the ups and downs of the author's rise from modest beginnings in Israel to a leading supplier of baby-room decor in the USA, you cannot avoid sympathizing with the girl-turned-woman who would not take "no" for an answer. Highly recommended. - GF, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ""It All Began with Caroline" is a very compelling memoir about Nava's journey, which I admire. The authentic writing is very personal . As a young student studying abroad, I felt connected to her story. I am in awe of how she overcame her challnging situations in life and learned from them. I had the opportunity to meet Nava in Boston for coffee, and I felt an instant connection to her. Through her resilience and humor her book will give you a different perspective on life. I highly recommend this book!" - Mariana Mor Roter, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐