The Paradise they desired is the beautiful and sometimes whacky island of St. John in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Life's misadventures caused havoc, but these folks persevered. How they got to Paradise will inspire the most jaded reader to believe that any dream is possible.

The realities of living on a small Caribbean island where donkeys and goats may be more plentiful than people is an eye-opener for everyone! On St. John, folks drive on the left side of the road and hitchhike by pointing their index finger in the direction they're going. It's a place where tree frogs give nightly concerts that compete with the sounds of reggae music floating up the hillside from tiny town of Cruz Bay. The only way to leave is by boat... and sometimes that's easier said than done.

Loaded with island trivia, this new book uncovers the unique rhythms of daily life in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learning 'island-time' and having a sense of humor counts in Paradise, as these two transplants from New England found. Their first-year adventures on-island will make you chuckle as you come to realize - Paradise is a state of mind.

From the Back Cover
An Insider's View of St. John - It's in here! From the cement mixers that pass as lawn ornaments to the eight-foot high salad fork in the middle of nowhere, Desiring Paradise uncovers the sites and trivia every visitor wants to know, but no taxi tour will uncover. You'll laugh at the craziness that is St. John while you discover what makes it special!

Paradise or Insanity? - If you've ever considered moving to the USVI, or if you know someone who wants to, this book is for you. Desiring Paradise is a true story about two New Englanders who followed their dream. Experience the island from a different perspective - as newcomers trying to survive their first year in Paradise. It's guaranteed to raise your eyebrows!

Living the Dream...- The author, here husband and two cats are living the dream on St. John, in the US Virgin Islands. When not working, they can often be found floating away their free time on one of St. John's many beaches.

From the Publisher
Desiring Paradise captures a slice of life in the islands and explores the realities of making a drastic change in lifestyle. The beauty of the islands comes through along with the special things that make St. John a paradise for many. I'm sure there will be a sequel someday.

About the Author
Karin W. Schlesinger started her career as an actress and orator. She then turned to the world of high technology for the next two decades, where she authored numerous articles for various trade publications. Desiring Paradise is Karin's first full-length non-fiction book. She lives on St. John, in the U.S. Virgin Islands along with her husband and two cats. Two other book projects are currently under way, focusing on life in the Caribbean.

Keywords: Desiring Paradise... a true story of succumbing to the dream, Books, Karin W. Schlesinger, Sky Max Designs Staff, Philosophy, Saint John (V.I.), Virgin Islands of the United S, Travel, Travel - Foreign, Caribbean & West Indies, Essays & Travelogues