a travel memoir.
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Rainbow Weather is a collection of short stories by Kat Koch, chronicling her transformative journey of self-discovery in West Cork, Ireland. Relocating in 2015, she immerses herself in the deeply beautiful landscape and vibrant communities, revealing a tapestry of magic and synchronicity woven through her experiences. From encounters with local farmers and ancient standing stones to contemplative moments in nature, each story captures a profound sense of awe, gratitude, and inspiration. Add in some cultural mishaps, unrequited love and a section called ‘Boys’ that she’s asked her mom to skip, and you have a travel memoir that will make you want to get on the next plane and start your own journey of discovery! With beautiful prose, Kat invites readers to explore those moments of unrepeatable magic that shape our understanding of ourselves and the world around us.
“This book makes you want to believe in something good again; that beyond loss and pain and heartache and debt and gatekeeping, there is a stranger, or a kind police officer, or a crazy night at the stones, that become the colours of your own rainbow. Kat encourages us to look for magic; to rediscover an appetite for life and living; to find home in all the places we may never have thought to look; and to ultimately appreciate that loneliness was never part of the plan – for there is always someone that’s got your back. Perhaps, someone that, somehow, in an inconceivably possible way, knew all along, you were making a turn there anyway.”
Kat Koch boarded her first plane at two years old and hasn’t stopped traveling since. She has been to 18 countries and lived in two. As a little, red-headed girl she used to tell her mom over and over again that she wanted to go to Ireland. She finally made it.
This is her debut memoir.
“I am beyond thrilled – and insanely honoured to have had the chance to dive into Rainbow Weather before it hit the shelves. This captivating collection is more than just a journey through Ireland’s stunning landscapes – it’s an exploration of the different seasons of the human experience. Kat is a gifted writer who effortlessly weaves together themes of connection, community, and the transformative power of nature and love. Her words will leave you feeling inspired, uplifted, and maybe even a bit changed as a person – which is exactly what the best books should do. I walked away from this novel with a sense that something had shifted inside of me.
If you’re looking for a dose of joy, powerful emotions, and Irish charm, then Rainbow Weather is the perfect read for you. I hope you have some spare cash lying around, though, because Kat’s tales of Ireland will make you want to get on the next flight out!”
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