The World Is My Mirror

World is my Mirror Kirkus

One Woman’s Global Journey to Reinvention

The World Is My Mirror is a literary memoir told in vignettes—reflective, self-contained chapters capturing emotional turning points, personal insights, and transformative experiences across my journey.

Reviewed by the leading book industry reviewers

Kirkus Reviews
Foreword
Book Life

"Rasco writes with moving power of runs and dancing..."

– BOOKLIFE REVIEWS

"The World Is My Mirror is an inspiring memoir about the transformative potential of the world travels"

– FOREWORD CLARION REVIEWS

" A testament to the power of self-reinvention."

– KIRKUS REVIEWS

"A thoughtful journey of self-discovery that never comes off as self-absorbed or glib."

– KIRKUS REVIEWS

"Powerfully open-hearted memoir of finding direction through travel across the globe."

– BOOKLIFE REVIEWS

"Readers who enjoy introspective travel writing, accounts of searching for peace, and stories of building community across borders will find much here that informs and inspires."

– BOOKLIFE REVIEWS

"Fearless and inspiring! Riza Rasco travels the globe to discover not only who she is but also how she can make a difference."

– MARY KAY ZARAVLEFF
Author of the Oprah Reading pick, American Ending

"Riza's deeply personal and emotionally revealing story should inspire anyone, male or female, who feels stuck and yearns to find meaning in the world. Her detailed and colorful writing evokes both her scientific background and the vibrancy of her Filipino heritage. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride, as one of the most accomplished travelers of her generation guides you towards the possibility of lifelong fulfillment through travel."

– CHARLES VELEY
Founder of Most Traveled People

"This is far more than a travel memoir; it is a profound meditation on the human spirit - an odyssey of grief transfigured into resilience, and of miles transformed into meaning - written with uncommon courage and grace."

– CHARALAMPOS “BABIS” BIZAS
World explorer and author of Geographic Guide for Travelers.

" Few people are as well traveled as Riza Rasco, and even fewer travel so well. But The World is My Mirror is no typical travel book. Rendered with a sharp eye and a soft heart, this is a tale of grief and despair overcome, one mile at a time. A pure delight -- and precious reminder that not all destinations can be found on a map."

– ERIC WEINER
New York Times bestselling author of The Geography of Bliss.

"More than a travelogue and full of lessons about life."

– KIRKUS REVIEWS

Testimonials

Few people are as well traveled as Riza Rasco, and even fewer travel so well. But The World is My Mirror is no typical travel book. Rendered with a sharp eye and a soft heart, this is a tale of grief and despair overcome, one mile at a time. A pure delight–and precious reminder that not all destinations can be found on a map.

Eric Weiner

New York Times bestselling author, The Geography of Bliss

Riza’s deeply personal and emotionally revealing story should inspire anyone, male or female, who feels stuck and yearns to find meaning in the world. Her detailed and colorful writing evokes both her scientific background and the vibrancy of her Filipino heritage. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride, as one of the most accomplished travelers of her generation guides you towards the possibility of lifelong fulfillment through travel.

Charles Veley

Founder, Most Traveled People

This is far more than a travel memoir; it is a profound meditation on the human spirit—an odyssey of grief transfigured into resilience, and of miles transformed into meaning—written with uncommon courage and grace.

Charalampos “Babis” Bizas

World Explorer and Author, Geographic Guide for Travelers

Fearless and inspiring! Riza Rasco travels the globe to discover not only who she is but also how she can make a difference.

Mary Kay Zuravleff

Author of Oprah Reading pick, American Ending

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