Now, more than 30 years later, they remain devoted and loyal, supporting each other through triumphs and sorrows. Waiting for aegina by effie kammenou, paperback barnes. Its my stop on the blog tour for waiting for aegina, the second book in the gift saga by effie kammenou. Waiting for aegina the gift saga book 2 and millions of other books are available for instant access. You are sure to book a room with all the amenities and the qualities you desire. Influenced by effies heritage, both books are set against a beautiful greek backdrop and combine love and romance with the poignant emotions of a coming of age drama. Search for a ferry from piraeus to aegina with saronic islands ferry booking platform by netferry. Aegina is well known for its culture, its antiquities, its religious sites as well as its world known pistachios. A great romantic story about friendship and love, spanning two generations. Waiting for aegina is the second book in the gift saga by effie kammenou the author. In waiting for aegina the saga continues from the perspectives of sophia and her friends as the story drifts back and forth in time, filling in the gaps as the women grow to adulthood. Naive teenage ideals are later challenged by harsh realities, as each of their lives takes unexpected turns. Effie kammenou is a first generation greekamerican who.
It offers airconditioned rooms with free wifi, balcony and views. The story continues with sophie, anas daughter, living her life and trying to cope with situations presented before her. Many thanks to kelly and love books group for including me in this book blog tour. On this website discover all routes to aegina departing from piraeus and easily find the timetables, crossing duration and prices the sea crossing between piraeus and aegina is operated by aegean flying dolphins, alko shipping n. Aegina is the largest island of the saronic gulf, named after the nymph aegina, who fell in love with zeus, the father of all gods. Waiting for aegina the gift saga, book two in 1961, five little girls moved into a suburban neighborhood and became inseparable, lifelong friends. I highly recommend reading the first book, before reading this one. They called themselves the honey hill girls, named after the street on which they lived. Weekending athenians spice up the mix of laidback locals and islanddwelling commuters who use the island like an athens suburb. Enjoy an excerpt from waiting for aegina, along with a recipe from one of the foods the characters enjoy as they look out onto the clear blue waters of greece.
Hotel marmarinos hotel in egina no credit card needed. Nov 28, 2015 about agia marina in aegina aghia marina is the tourist centre located on the eastside of the island. Private holiday homes on the island of aegina greece just one hour from athens a perfect holiday retreat. Book two in the gift saga is kammenous latest release. Tradition derives the name from aegina, the mother of the hero aeacus, who was born on the island and became its king. Piraeus to aegina ferry compare the best tariffs with netferry. Waiting for aegina by effie kammenou, audiobook narrated by emily lawrence. Belonging to the saronic group of islands, aegina greece has many archaeological monuments, picturesque villages, and beautiful beaches the center of the island is aegina town, the picturesque capital of aegina. If youve been dreaming about a vacation set here, then go ahead and book it. Hotel marmarinos is quietly located 328 feet from the beach of aigina town and within a 3minute walk from the port. Book one in the gift saga was a 2016 readers favorite awards finalist in the womens fiction category. Waiting for aegina audiobook effie kammenou audible. Book one in the gift saga was a 2016 award finalist in the readers favorite awards in the womens fiction category.
Located on the northern coast of aegina, ela mesa hotel is a modern complex with 2 seasonal swimming pools, a beautiful garden and wonderful sea views. Waiting for aegina is a book that deals with serious topics. When shes not writing, or posting recipes on her food blog, cheffieskitchen. About agia marina in aegina aghia marina is the tourist centre located on the eastside of the island. Waiting for aegina is book two in the gift saga and chasing petalouthes is kammenous latest release, completing the series. In just few steps you can get all the info you need, including the ferry routes, the timetables, the prices and the travel times for the crossings to aegina aegina is connected by sea routes with piraeus greece and agistri, methana, myliagistri and poros saronic islands. Audiobookworm promotions is organizing an audiobook blog tour for waiting for aegina, a contemporary fiction novel from author effie kammenou. Effies written a post all about what its like turning 60. Aegina town has 855 vintage hotels that maintain the feel and look of another era.
Whatever you plan to do, the 5star hotels in aegina are waiting for you to relax after an exciting day. Enjoy a fantastic day out at sea on a beautiful wooden sailing boat, all along the mesmerizing saronic sea and its islands of agistri, moni and aegina. Summer 1978 for amy, the three weeks that she and sophia had spent in greece together proved to be a perfect escape, and a place where she made some very important decisions. Waiting for aegina takes us back to the family and friends saga picking up the story where its predecessor, evanthias gift, left off. One day cruise to hydra poros aegina evermore cruises.
Effie kammenou is a first generation greekamerican who lives on long island with her husband and two daughters. It has a lot of back story regarding all the characters. In 1826 aegina became the first capital of the newly founded greek state. A book made out of simply life experiences, a book which makes you relate with every character, a book that would make you laugh, cry and make you feel a whole bunch of emotions, waiting for aegina is a perfect read for readers of all walks of life. During ancient times aegina was a rival of athens, the great sea power of the era. The tour will run from march 25th to 31st and will have unlimited stops. Waiting for aegina by effie kammenou is the second novel in the gift saga series. Book your ferry to aegina with saronic islands ferry booking system by netferry. The center of the island is aegina town, the picturesque capital of aegina. Beyond its bustling port, aegina has the seductive, easygoing character of a typical greek island, but with the added bonus of more than its fair share of prestigious ancient sites.
Readers are introduced to the five women known as the honey hill girls, a group of girls who became friends from childhood and have. In 1961, five little girls moved into a suburban neighborhood and became inseparable, lifelong friends. Hotels on aegina you can book without a credit card. Some of these hotels are where influential artists may have stayed.
How to get to aegina island athens international airport. Readers are introduced to the five women known as the honey hill girls, a group of girls who became friends from childhood and have remained inseparable. The continuation of evanthias gift read as a standalone or as part of the trilogy in 1961, five little girls moved into a suburban neighborhood and became inseparable, lifelong friends. An incomparable one day cruise from athens that travels you to hydra, poros and aegina, the beautiful islands of the saronic gulf. With you can compare and book ferries from greece to. The 10 best aegina hotels where to stay on aegina, greece. By purchasing books through this website, you support. Learn about agia marina in aegina island rachel hotel. Three islands overflown with history, cosmopolitan aura, religious experience along with sounds, colors and images that you want to keep with you forever. It is a modern airport and has a lot of facilities, such as free internet access from several computers installed in the departure hall. Waiting for aegina the gift saga book 2 by effie kammenou 55 stars waiting for aegina is the second book in the gift saga by effie kammenou. Waiting for aegina, the gift saga book 2 by effie kammenou, audiobook narrated by emily lawrence.
I have rated many properties and have yet to give a 10. Closest airport to the island athens international airport, called eleftherios venizelos, is the closest commercial airport to aegina, located 25 km outside the centre of athens. Jan 19, 2017 its my stop on the blog tour for waiting for aegina, the second book in the gift saga by effie kammenou. In waiting for aegina, the saga continues from the perspectives of sophia and her friends as the story drifts back and forth in time, filling in the gaps as the women grow to adulthood. Though i didnt enjoy it as much, the first book in this saga needs to be read before this one as this one picks up where the last one left off, with sophia. Ive includedaa synopsis of the book too, so you can see if it sounds like your cup of tea. Or do you think it is safe to wait until we reach the island that day. They called themselves the honey hill girls, named after the street on which.
For updates on the release of book three, the conclusion of the gift saga, follow effie on twitter, facebook or amazon. Waiting for aegina is the sequel to evanthias gift. Find out everything about your holidays in aegina on our travel guide. The continuation of evanthias gift in 1961, five little girls moved into a suburban neighborhood and became inseparable, lifelong friends. Waiting for aegina the gift saga volume 2 book book details. Apr 06, 2017 waiting for aegina the gift saga book 2 by effie kammenou series. It is a modern airport and has a lot of facilities, such as free internet access from several computers. Aegina is an idyllic greek island very close to athens, thus a very popular destination for quick getaways. In just few steps you can get all the info you need, including the ferry routes, the timetables, the prices and the travel times for the crossings to aegina. I cant even begin to tell you how much i love this book and series. Belonging to the saronic group of islands, aegina greece has many archaeological monuments, picturesque villages, and beautiful beaches. The results are in, and aegina 5star hotels are the place to be when you book your next vacation. Waiting for aegina the gift saga book 2 by effie kammenou is the second book in her the gift saga series. Waiting for aegina is the second book in effies the gift saga following the immensely popular evanthias gift.
Discover recipes, home ideas, style inspiration and other ideas to try. Nov 25, 2018 in waiting for aegina the saga continues from the perspectives of sophia and her friends as the story drifts back and forth in time, filling in the gaps as the women grow to adulthood. Ive includeda a synopsis of the book too, so you can see if it sounds like your cup of tea. Her debut novel, evanthias gift, is a womens fiction multigenerational love story and family. Compare operators with netferry, timetables, prices and offers on ferries from piraeus to aegina. Waiting for aegina the gift saga book 2 by effie kammenou series. I finished and published book 2 waiting for aegina in january.
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