The Cayman Islands are a spectacular vacation destination many people often dream about visiting at least once. Because it’s a sought-after getaway, it is a great location for fiction and non-fiction books as you can see in Far Tortuga and The Firm. Many books let you learn about traveling or the history of Grand Cayman, while others fictionalize the thrill of visiting or living on island. Reading about Grand Cayman may be a fun way to prepare for a trip to the island, which you should consider booking through Grand Cayman Villas & Condos. So open up a copy of Far Tortuga or The Firm and immerse yourself in a Grand Cayman adventure.

Lay Back And Enjoy These Books About Grand Cayman

These books are a healthy preview for your upcoming vacation to the island. They are some of the great reads that feature Grand Cayman. Happy reading!

– Far Tortuga: This adventure novel, written in 1975 by Peter Matthiessen, focuses on Captain Riab Avers and his crew as they set sail from the Cayman Islands. It’s a thrilling book that also weaves in themes of nationalism, natural disaster, suspicion, and social conflict.

– The Firm: The Firm is part of John Grisham’s fictional book series. It follows Mitch McDeere, who works as an attorney at a small tax law firm. Trouble arises when two of the firm’s partners die in an accident off Grand Cayman. Mitch is soon caught in a tough spot, as the firm’s management prides itself on the fact that no one has resigned, making Mitch suspicious of the firm.

– Founded Upon the Seas: A History of the Cayman Islands and Their People: If you are interested in learning about Grand Cayman, consider reading this history book. It is the first comprehensive history of the Cayman Islands, written by Caribbean Historian Michael Craton and the Cayman Islands New History Committee. In the book, you will learn about the political, economic, and social history of the Cayman Islands.

– Georgie and the Stingray City: Parents with young children taking a family trip to Grand Cayman should check out this book from the library. Erin Connelly wrote this children’s book inspired by one of the most popular areas on the island, Stingray City. She has also written another children’s book set on Grand Cayman called “Pedro and the Treasure Map.”

– Miss Cleo’s Cayman Kitchen: Treasured Recipes from East End: Grand Cayman has outstanding food. You can get a taste for it (literally) by trying out some of the recipes in this cook book. Miss Cleo was previously the executive chef at the Tortuga Club Kitchen. The book takes meals that were guest favorites.

– The People Time Forgot: For photography fans, this coffee table book has the best collection of black and white photos from Grand Cayman’s past. Photographer H. G. Nowak (aka The Barefoot Man) takes photos of fishermen, houses, and locals throughout the island.

A Beach Read Away From The Beach

While waiting for your trip to begin, you can get ready by reading Far Tortuga or The Firm before enjoying the beaches on Grand Cayman. By booking directly with Grand Cayman Villas & Condos, you can ensure that you can experience the gorgeous vistas you will read about in these books in person. 

Enjoy the comforts of your amazing Grand Cayman villa or condo before exploring the island’s attractions. Please keep an eye out for travel updates on our blog. Airlines have scheduled additional nonstop flights from major gateway cities to keep pace with rising demand. Get started soon on your getaway or holiday to the Cayman Islands.