I will say that this is an intriguing book that is hard to put down. Don was a good writer. Maybe too good.
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I will say that this is an intriguing book that is hard to put down. Don was a good writer. Maybe too good.

There is also good comedy in here, such as when they keep leaving valued equipment like shoes, knives, etc behind. And the attempted close-up photo of a Boa Constrictor on the Amazon, that turned out to be an Anaconda! lmao

But part of me doesn't buy it all. Despite their reported struggles, it is all too convenient at times, especially later in the trip. Constantly running into people who know people up ahead that will set them up with lodging, write letters of reference, feed them, etc. It just all falls into place too easily. And the parts such as navigating huge waves (4 long paddle strokes to make it up a 20 foot wave) are a bit hard to swallow, having canoed most of my life.

There doesn't appear to be anyone who has duplicated the trip in over 30 years. That also seems a bit odd.

In various parts of the book, it reads very much like the diary of a madman.
1375782
It was intriguing and it was hard to put it down.  Very interesting story.  Kept me wondering as to what comes next.  A friend recommended it to me and I was delighted that it was such a good plot and story.
4524465
This was an excellent book.  It held my attention, in fact I had a hard time putting it down.  I think it very interesting how the author dropped clues throughout the book about things to come.  I thought I had figured out the ending but found that there was a surprise ending.  I have enjoyed this book and The Green Lion, her first book.  I am looking forward to her next book.
872636
This is a great book with an intriguing plot line. It is a very interesting read.  Kudos to the author.
3778826
I found this book very interesting and read it non-stop. That is the sign of a good book when you feel intrigued enough that if you can't finish it in one setting you wake up wanting to finish it and you do. I look forward to Brian's next book.
2826253
I recommend this book. It's about a lawyer and a mystery, well written, hard to put down. Two other friends read it non-stop. It's also a satisfying length. Thank you to the author. Keep up the good work!
2597234
Full disclosure: I know the author; in fact, while reading the book, it was hard to not hear his voice telling the story.  Don is a superb story-teller, has a strong personal sense of responsibility for others, a strong personal faith and he also keeps himself very well-informed about global issues.  He brings all these traits to the table in this, his second published novel.  This book is fairly short; so it is ideal for reading to completion on a long flight cross-country.
1909204
Don is truly a wonderful story teller and personal writer.  I found myself reliving similar personal situations as I read his life accounts and memories.  Had a hard time putting The Long View down.
4835033
I really enjoyed reading 'A Gifted Mind", because it was very intriguing and kept me reading.  I couldn't put it down until I finished.  Good Job; I give it a five star rating.
3411580
a very interesting book to read. I find that this author is very hard to put down. once you pick up the book I just have to keep reading then look for the next one to read. The action just keeps coming.
4287776
I enjoyed this book.  I had a hard time putting it down.  The author has a way of grabbing the reader.
1196871
I had a hard time outing this book down.  Very good .  well written  holds your attention.  Hope the next one I read is as good.  Will look for other books by this author.
1168270
I have just started reading the book, but I found that it is very absorbing and hard to put down.  The author does, though go into a little too much detail.  David McCullough is an excellent  writer.
1515603
First, let me say that I like this guy.  Altered Carbon was one of the most intriguing concepts that I've read in sci-fi recently, and this, the follow-up, does not disappoint.  Morgan is certainly a gifted writer and his prose sparkles.  The only issue is that the plot was more complex than it needed to be, resulting in less of an "a ha" and more of a shrug.  But don't let that bother you.  Buy the book.
1931496
I found the book intriguing and it held my attention which is the primary thing I look for when choosing a book. If anyone is interested in a really good book they should check this one out.
4470407
Intriguing,  unfortunately a little gorry at times, but certainly held my attention making for an interesting read.
Hard to put down.
1966876
This book captures the reader's attention and keeps it throughout the book. The characters are interesting, complex, and human. The plot has interesting twists and turns. A book that is very hard to put down.