The Catch Me If You Can

by Jessica Nabongo
The Catch Me If You Can cover
Good Books rating 4.5
Travel and Adventure
Technical:
  • ID: 2004
  • Added: 2025-10-11
  • Updated: 2025-10-11
  • ISBN: 9781426222467
  • Publisher: Simon and Schuster
  • Published: 2022-06-14
  • Reviews: 3

In this inspiring travelogue, Jessica Nabongo shares her remarkable journey as the first Black woman to visit all 195 UN-recognized countries. Her adventures range from harrowing scooter accidents in Nauru to sunbathing on the shores of Venezuela, each story a testament to her love for diversity and culture. Nabongo's vivid storytelling and stunning photography capture the essence of her travels, offering readers a glimpse into the beauty and complexity of our world. Beyond the thrilling experiences, Nabongo's memoir is a celebration of the people she meets along the way. From playing dominoes in Havana to learning traditional takoyaki in Japan, her stories highlight the universal connections that transcend borders. Whether you're an armchair traveler or planning your next adventure, this book will inspire and awe you with its arresting collection of global tales.

Reviews
Sonderbooks · 2023-02-28
inspiring 4.00

The book is an inspiring account of the author's journey to all 195 countries. The narrative is engaging and the photographs add a visual dimension that enhances the reading experience.

The reviewer at Sonderbooks found the book to be an inspiring account of the author's remarkable journey to all 195 countries. The narrative is engaging and the photographs add a visual dimension that enhances the reading experience. The reviewer appreciated the author's ability to share her experiences in a way that feels both personal and inspiring. The book offers a unique perspective on travel and the world, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in exploring different cultures and landscapes.

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    Jessica Nabongo has traveled to all 195 United Nations-recognized countries in the world.

    In this book, she takes us along on that journey, sharing her personal anecdotes and photographs.

    The book offers a unique perspective on travel and the world.

Kahakai Kitchen · 2022-06-17
captivating 4.50

The book is a captivating travelogue that takes readers on a journey through 195 countries. The author's personal anecdotes and photographs make the experiences feel vivid and real.

The reviewer at Kahakai Kitchen found the book to be a captivating travelogue that successfully transports readers to various corners of the world. The personal anecdotes and photographs shared by the author bring the experiences to life, making the journey feel vivid and real. The reviewer appreciated the unique perspective offered by the author's travels and the way the book captures the essence of each country visited. The narrative is engaging and the photographs serve as a wonderful complement to the text, enhancing the overall reading experience.

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    This makes me particularly happy to be today's stop on the TLC Book Tour for The Catch Me If You Can.

    She takes us along on that journey, sharing her personal anecdotes and photographs.

    The book captures the essence of each country visited.

Books of My Heart · Sophia · 2022-06-08
inspiring 5.00

The book broadens and enriches the reader's perspective, offering a glimpse into the author's remarkable journey. The personal photographs add a unique and engaging dimension to the narrative.

Sophia found the book to be an enriching experience that broadened her mind. She appreciated the author's ability to share her journey in a way that feels both personal and inspiring. The inclusion of personal photographs was particularly highlights the depth of the author's experiences. While Sophia didn't follow the author's footsteps, she felt that the book provided a compelling alternative. The narrative is engaging and the photographs add a unique visual element that enhances the reading experience.

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    I felt my mind broadened and enriched simply from reading her book.

    The photographs add a unique and engaging dimension to the narrative.

    I can't imagine how much better following in her actual footsteps would be.

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