Jalbert has managed the impossible in his book, Back on Bonaire: Rediscovering Diver's Paradise as a Father. He has defined that indefinable "essence" of Bonaire which keeps visitors returning year after year. Each chapter takes you on a (re)discovery of the island that we all love so much-its famous locations, quirky personalities, colorful history, and unique culture are revealed as each page is turned. A must-read for any Bonaire-lover.
Andrew Jalbert's Back on Bonaire: Rediscovering Divers Paradise as a Father is a highly enjoyable read. Part biography, part guide to Bonaire, and part insight into fatherhood, Jalbert expertly weaves together historical facts, family anecdotes, underwater exploration, and a good dose of humor. The book isn't just for divers, or fathers, or travelers. It's for people who enjoy learning about the experiences of others, and seeing the world through their eyes. By the time you've finished Back on Bonaire there's a good chance you'll have booked a flight, packed a bag, and already ordered a pizza at Captain Don's. One thing is for sure, you would have thoroughly enjoyed Andrew Jalbert's story and will be eager to write your own
Not only is Back on Bonaire: Rediscovering Diver's Paradise as a Father a gem of frank, confessional - and often hilarious - revelations, it's a tour guide for Bonaire, topside and underwater, with added history, profiles of local notables and a healthy dose of environmental awareness spawned by sheer love of the island, its people, its waters and its creatures. More importantly, it's a book we can relate to. It's a story about real love: for family, shared experiences and special places