“I did not like the book because I could not empathize with Chris. I think he had some issues that made him want to escape reality. For as smart as he was, he made some dumb choices in the paths he took which led him to Alaska. Even though he was young, he still needed to have the common sense that a boy scout would have. I think if he had received help in dealing with his father's past and the deception, he may have been able to deal with society in a more positive manner. He certainly made an impression on all the people whose paths he crossed. I enjoyed Jon Krakauer's "Into Thin Air" much more.”
“I agree about empathizing with Chris... also, when I finished the book I just threw it at the waste basket I was so frustrated with what i had expected and what it turned out to be. I hear the movie is good.”
“i dont really like the book as well.”
