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RAVE REVIEWS BOOK CLUB spotlights author Robert Fear

7/2/2017

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by Gwendolyn M Plano
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I am pleased to participate in the RAVE REVIEWS BOOK CLUB’S "SPOTLIGHT" Author Blog Tour. Author Robert Fear, who is featured today, hails from Eastbourne, East Sussex in the U.K. His books chronicle his and his father’s travel adventures across the globe. Today he offers us a glimpse of his home town. Please join me in welcoming Robert Fear.
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It seems incredible to me that I have lived in Eastbourne for over half my life. I moved here back in 1986 to be with the love of my life, Lynn. We are still together over thirty years later and have been in the same house since 1988. The mortgage is almost paid off!

Eastbourne is a town on the south coast of England, about twenty-five miles east of Brighton and sixty miles south of London. It sits at the end of the South Downs National Park, which runs for a hundred miles from Winchester. In 1993 when I was younger (and fitter), I spent a week walking the South Downs Way, stopping off and staying at villages along the way.

There is plenty to do in and around Eastbourne. Here are several highlights of the town that I hope will be of interest to you:


  • Eastbourne Promenade: This stretches for four miles along the seafront, from Holywell at the end of the South Downs to the Marina at the eastern end. I love walking along stretches of the promenade and stopping off at different places along the way. Living only five minutes away from the sea certainly has its advantages. During the summer months there is a regular Dotto train that runs the length of the promenade for a very reasonable return fare.
  • Beachy Head: This is an unforgettable place for several reasons. This sheer white chalk cliff is a beauty spot towards the end of the South Downs as you approach Eastbourne from the west. There is also a lighthouse at its’s base. Most areas are not fenced off so it is possible, although not advisable, to walk right up to the cliff edge. People come from all over to throw themselves off the cliff.
  • Eastbourne Pier: This was built between 1866 and 1872. The pier was originally designed as a simple boardwalk out over the sea. Over the years it has been extended and built upon. On 30 July 2014, a fire broke out. One third of the pier was badly damaged. This photo is from before the fire and shows ‘The Blue Room’ closest to the shore - it is now unlikely to be replaced. The Bandstand is in the foreground.​ 

​If you ever get the chance to visit my home town, then I would highly recommend spending a few days here, preferably during the summer months. Sheltered by the South Downs and a coastal location, Eastbourne is one of the sunniest seaside resorts in the country. July and August are normally the hottest months, with day time temperatures ranging from 23°C / 73°F to 30°C / 86°F. ​


​If you are a traveler, Robert's books will be of special interest. Exclusive Pedigree is a memoir of the life and travels of John Fear, Robert's father. The book is introduced and edited by Robert, as a tribute to his father’s amazing life. Fred's Diary is an account of Robert's travels through Asia. 
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43 Comments
Davy D link
7/3/2017 04:35:24

Thanks for highlighting this author Gwen. Having visited Eastbourne on numerous occasions I can only add to Robert's words in that it is a place worth visiting.

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Gwen Plano
7/3/2017 07:34:50

Thank you, Davy. Someday I hope to visit the UK. Robert's photos are beautiful and your endorsement adds to the intrigue. Have a great day!

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Robert Fear
7/3/2017 08:41:31

Many thanks for your positive feedback Davy.

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john howell link
7/3/2017 06:40:23

Great profile Robert and I enjoyed seeing your hometown. Having just returned from Scotland where the temp was 11 degrees C, I can appreciate 23 degrees. Thank you, Gwen for hosting.

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Gwen Plano
7/3/2017 07:38:53

Thank you for the visit, John. Robert's travel books look very interesting.

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Robert Fear
7/3/2017 08:43:06

Thanks John. Hope you had a great time in Scotland despite the temperature.

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Robert Fear link
7/3/2017 06:49:19

Many thanks for sharing this Gwen. It is a great honour to be featured as the #RRBC Spotlight Author for July.

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Gwen Plano
7/3/2017 07:41:05

You are most welcome, Robert. RRBC is a wonderful organization for writers. After all, we get to meet authors such as yourself. Have fun on your tour!

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Jan Sikes link
7/3/2017 08:04:02

So nice to meet Robert. Thanks for hosting, Gwen. Eastbourne sounds like a lovely place to visit. Also, congrats, Robert, for almost having that mortgage paid off!

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Gwen Plano
7/3/2017 08:19:31

Thank you for stopping by, Jan. Eastbourne does look lovely...maybe someday a visit? At least, we can dream about such a trip. Have a great day1

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Robert Fear
7/3/2017 08:45:14

Nice to meet you as well Jan. Yes, it's a nice feeling knowing that we will soon own our house outright.

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Shirley Harris-Slaughter
7/3/2017 10:53:59

Congrats Robert! Thanks Gwen for hosting Robert. Nice post!

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Gwen Plano
7/3/2017 13:49:06

Thank you, Shirley. All the best...

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Robert Fear
7/4/2017 12:14:23

Many thanks Shirley, much appreciated.

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Michelle Abbott link
7/3/2017 11:11:14

Eastbourne is a lovely part of the country. I've enjoyed several family holidays there.

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Gwen Plano
7/3/2017 13:50:43

It looks beautiful. Thank you for stopping by, Michelle.

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Robert Fear
7/4/2017 12:16:10

Thanks Michelle for sharing. Yes, it is a beautiful area. I am very lucky to live here.

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Natalie Ducey link
7/3/2017 19:05:47

Robert, your home sounds lovely. Thank you for such a beautiful tour! :)
Thank you, Gwen, for hosting and for the warm welcome, as always.

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Robert Fear
7/4/2017 12:17:20

You are very welcome Natalie. Thank you so much for your kind words.

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Gwen Plano
7/5/2017 11:28:02

Thank you, Natalie.

Micki Peluso link
7/3/2017 22:05:38

Congrats, Robert, gorgeous pictures and nice to meet you. Your books sound great!! Enjoy your tour!!

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Robert Fear link
7/4/2017 10:16:13

Nice to meet you as well Micki. Thanks for your feedback regarding my books and for your best wishes.

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Gwen Plano
7/5/2017 11:28:46

Thank you for stopping by, Micki. Have a great day!

D.L. Finn
7/4/2017 02:21:06

Sounds like a beautiful place to live and visit. Glad to get to know you, Robert! Thanks for hosting, Gwen.

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Robert Fear link
7/4/2017 10:18:16

I'm certainly very lucky living here. Great to get to know you as well D.L. Finn.

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Gwen Plano
7/5/2017 11:29:44

Thank you, D. L. I've appreciated getting to know Robert.

Laura Libricz link
7/4/2017 08:03:39

I love South England. I am ashamed to say I have still not seen the chalk cliffs and spend all my time in London. Great post!

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Robert Fear link
7/4/2017 10:19:45

I hope you get to see the chalk cliffs one day Laura. Many thanks for your kind words about the post.

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Gwen Plano
7/5/2017 11:31:16

Thank you, Laura, for visiting.

Laura Libricz link
7/4/2017 08:05:35

And it's great to visit here, Gwen. Thanks for hosting. You have a beautiful website.

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Gwen Plano
7/5/2017 11:32:08

Thank you, Laura. I appreciate your comments very much. ♥

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Wendy Scott link
7/4/2017 13:26:58

Looks like a wonderful place to live.

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Gwen Plano
7/5/2017 11:33:18

Thank you, Wendy, for visiting. Robert's photos are entrancing. Maybe someday.....

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Robert Fear
7/4/2017 16:25:41

It really is Wendy. I love living five minutes away from the sea.

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Vashti Q link
7/5/2017 08:39:03

Hello Gwen! I love travel, so I'm intrigued by Robert's books. It's nice to read about his home town and to get to know about him and his work a bit more.

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Gwen Plano
7/5/2017 11:34:48

Thank you for visiting, Vashti. I love to travel as well. So, I'm hoping to someday visit England....

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Beem Weeks link
7/5/2017 10:57:01

This is a great introduction, Robert. Wishing you the best.

Thanks for hosting, Gwen!

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Gwen Plano
7/5/2017 11:35:24

Thank you for visiting, Beem. Have a great day!

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Robert Fear link
7/5/2017 13:58:49

Many thanks Beem, much appreciated,

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Mar link
7/7/2017 10:06:18

A lovely post, Robert. Thanks for sharing about Eastbourne. Gwen, thanks so much for hosting!!

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Robert Fear link
7/9/2017 11:57:52

Thanks and you are very welcome Mar.

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Gracie Bradford link
7/8/2017 15:55:42

Nice blog Gwen. Robert's life is intriguing.

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Robert Fear link
7/9/2017 11:59:01

That is very kind of you Gracie.

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