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Towards the Within Kindle Edition

by Reece Willis (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 946 ratings
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Sometimes the further you distance yourself, the closer you are to the truth.

What starts out as a simple trip around India soon becomes a psychological journey into the darkness of Sam's past. One he knows there's no running from.

When Sam decides to give up his mundane life and travel to India he has no idea what he'll do when he gets there and it isn't long before his lack of preparation takes its toll.

Vulnerable and alone, Sam is haunted by memories of his childhood and as he struggles to make sense of the pain he has suffered he follows a dangerous path that has devastating consequences.

Towards the Within tells the story of Sam, a young man who embarks on a journey to India to escape his normal life in England. It could have been anywhere, but the mystique of Asia and India in particular attracted Sam who was looking for a new adventure.

Along the way Sam meets many new people, some Indian residents of the country he is visiting as well as a number of fellow travelers. At times it can be hard to tell friends from foes, but Sam often has little choice but to put his trust in those around him and as a result embraces the friendship and even love he is shown.

Throughout the trip Sam is confronted by memories of his childhood and for the first time he tackles past relationships in order to try and understand the anxiety and depression that has followed him into his adult life.

As he comes to terms with his old life and looks forward to a new beginning, an unexpected enemy is revealed and Sam is left with a difficult choice to make.
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One of the best books I've read in a long time! The author nailed what it's like to travel India independently... The characters felt real and the writing was reflective and thought provoking.- Goodreads user Daniel

This was an amazing book of a man on a journey of self discovery set in India. I could not put it down as the author took us on an adventure that unfolded the great wonders of this country... The book is a captivating read with an ending that will surprise and amaze.- Goodreads user William

This is the chronicle on a young man's journey through India and so much more. I couldn't put this down once I started reading it. - Goodreads user Jean

From the Author

I first started writing Towards the Within in 1999. Then, it was nothing more than journal entries from my 1996 and 1999 trips around India where the notes were compiled into a format to represent a book at a later date. In 2014, it became an obsession. I spent countless hours formulating a story that in part was based on my journeys and elements of my own past as a child.

I was left in awe of India, not only of the beautiful country itself, but the many cultures, people and traditions that were laid before me around every turn. The more I wrote, the more I disappeared into the pages and at times I found it difficult to pull myself away from the world I was so heavily absorbed into. 

I'd previously written from a commercial aspect and of course in English at school, but writing a novel was completely different. I realised as I embarked on the quest that it was a lot more difficult than I could have anticipated, and in order to get to where I wanted, I knew I'd have to spend any extra time reading as many books as possible so I could study what it is to be a novelist.

Between 2014 and 2017 I read over 200 books, studying construction, prose, dialogue and character development, and by the end, I realised I'd totally found my niche in life. I couldn't see myself doing anything else. It's been an amazing journey, not only from an educational perspective, but to dive deep within myself and reach into memories I'd long locked away and to revisit the country I hold so dear to my heart.

Although Towards the Within is a work of fiction, certain aspects of Sam's background are based on my own life as a child. I would often find myself travelling a path that I simply didn't want to take, encountering experiences that would bring me to some very dark places as I wrote. More often than not I would work until the early hours of the morning and after many sessions I'd be left feeling quite drained. On several occasions I would leave the house in the middle of the night and walk until the sun rose just to get my head straight again.

The book is a character driven story and covers many themes including depression, abuse, love and friendship.

Product details

  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07G2TW3QB
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Worldworx Publishing (July 30, 2018)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 30, 2018
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 583 KB
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 576 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ 1916430104
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 946 ratings

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Reece Willis

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Reece's journey into literature began at an early age. His imagination was lost to the tales of Charles Dickens, the adventures of Mark Twain and nail-biting prose of HP Lovecraft. He was rarely seen without his head buried deep within the pages of a book. By the age of eleven he discovered Roald Dahl and CS Lewis's land of Narnia and commenced the long running series of Fighting Fantasy and Lone Wolf novels, whilst his late teens took him into the dark corridors of George Orwell, Franz Kafka, Clive Barker and Stephen King.

In the nineties he wrote copy for a world renowned holiday corporation and later went on to study writing and photography with the British College of Journalism. At the end of 1999 he started an online travel guide documenting in-depth country profiles with the addition of latest health, safety and security information. By 2014 he sold the business to pursue the writing of Towards the Within.

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Reece has travelled extensively throughout Africa, Asia, Australasia, Europe and the Middle East. He currently resides in England where he is working on his third novel. His second book, What We Become, was released in 2020.

For more information on Reece visit www.reecewillis.com

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cmac
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book
Reviewed in the United States on October 12, 2018
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I'm not sure how to describe this novel except that is is beautiful in so many ways! It also became fearful to me in ways i could not relate as my upbringing was basically happy. India seems like a frustrating country until you realize your control of so much is so limited which is something we all must try to learn early on no matter where we're from. I'm very pleased I read this novel. I hope i remember to keep my mind more open since I feel this book taught me how important it is. Both good and bad! I wasn't sure it was a book I would enjoy but I couldn't put it down. Don't miss this wonderful read. With an ending so unexpected i basically gasped. The protagonist kind of became my hero! I loved it!
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jennifer dobransky
3.0 out of 5 stars Good book
Reviewed in the United States on September 4, 2019
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It was good to be with Sam as he found himself in India and how each circumstance had a purpose. There was an awful lot of detail about India that some make like but I would find myself lost. Overall a good book.
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Karol King
5.0 out of 5 stars Hands-on Trip to India
Reviewed in the United States on December 1, 2019
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I LOVED this book! It contained shades of Gabriel Garcia Marquez and of magical realism. Yes, there was a lot of geography and "to-ing and fro-ing," but the writing was exquisite! While I was reading the book, I felt that I was right there with Sam, experiencing a fascinating trip through India, experiencing and learning from a very different culture than my own. The ending was unexpected, but brilliant and obviously tells us that there will be a sequel. Soon, I hope!
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kel
4.0 out of 5 stars A trip
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2019
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Really gritty travel with lessons and a great ending.
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Victoria S.. Schmidt
5.0 out of 5 stars I love India and this is an up close look at what it is like to travel that intriguing country.
Reviewed in the United States on August 26, 2020
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I didn't want this book to end. Reese did a great job of telling his story. He met some fascinating people, made deep friendships, overcame his fears to experience new exciting things and then wrote beautifully about it. I love India and this journey of his just warmed my heart. I was sad when it came to an end. Highly recommend it for those who love an honest story.0
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William R. Stewart
5.0 out of 5 stars A man and his journey toward self discovery
Reviewed in the United States on October 5, 2018
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This was an amazing book of a man on a journey of self discovery set in India. I could not put it down as the author took us on an adventure that unfolded the great wonders of this country. Along the way the main character, Sam, aided by new found friends and the kindness of the Indian people, slowly began to find his true self. The book is a captivating read with an ending that will surprise and amaze.
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Sharyl S Rhoades
2.0 out of 5 stars Wa-a-a-ay too much geography....
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2019
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This story seemed to drag on forever. The core of the narrative got lost among all the geography and history of India, all the travel itineraries. The awful way Sam's mom treated him, to which I could actually relate, was very short on detail, especially for a book running more than 500 pages! Sam, our primary character, didn't seem to get fleshed out much, I didn't know what was going on his head often beyond the next chunk of India that he was going to see. Anyway, if you want to get a flavor of India, this is the book for you...
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Lisa Carroll
5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Read.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 20, 2023
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This book really warmed my heart. I have never been to India but I could not put this book down. Such an honest and raw account of travel, friendship, love and adventure. Loved it.
Thank you.
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Debra H.
5.0 out of 5 stars Do yourself a favor
Reviewed in Canada on November 7, 2019
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I went along on this journey with Sam and I recommend you do too. Just sorry it had to end.
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Kay Casey
5.0 out of 5 stars Wow! A fab read.
Reviewed in Australia on June 4, 2019
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This is a very good book. Reece traveled a large part of India and experienced so much. (Wish he'd ditched his guitar sooner) :) I found myself looking up places and sites he mentioned. Truly amazing, particularly the Ellora Caves. A sad (but also hopeful) ending. Absolutely loved it. The author was very badly treated as a child by his own family members and was on a journey of self-worth/discovery. I would like to acknowledge the author for having such a kind heart and of being so understanding of the battle to stay alive for many people in India. An amazing bloke. Would recommend this book highly.
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Carol
4.0 out of 5 stars A very enjoyable read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 19, 2023
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A really enjoyable read. Very moving in places and a really good insight into India and how the different characters portrayed affected the life of Sam. Highly recommended.
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Jewels
5.0 out of 5 stars Looks good read
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 9, 2023
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Haven't started reading it yet but read the synopsis and it looks good
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