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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Grand Central Publishing; Illustrated edition (May 13, 2014)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1455501964
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1455501960
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 1 x 8 inches
Reviewer: pamarella
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: An amazing and beautiful book!
Review: This book is outstanding!The author did an amazing job of explaining all the ins and outs of flying and making it understandable for the person who knows nothing about flying! Her research and detailed explanations are wonderful. The book captures the anxiety and suffering Erik went through in his job. The exhaustion and problems with a boss uncaring about safety or the well being of his pilots. My heart went out to Erik over and over again. Each man had a tender spot in my heart. I can’t comment on each one as I’ll give away the story!! Very well done! Carol Shaben brings us into the story, the anguish, the fear, pain, hopes and dreams of the survivors as well as the horrors of the crash and suffering of those who didn’t make it as well as their families. I’m so glad I read this book. The unlikely foursome had a bond that couldn’t be broken. All men of kindness and integrity. Their individual lives had suffering and happiness as we all do in life. We all hope for lives without trial and pain but those things build our character and give us compassion for others. A beautiful book. Thank you Carol for writing this.pamarellaPRCS

Reviewer: Lafmore
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Illuminating
Review: This isn't a grand survival adventure nor a sensationalized version of events. It is an exploration of how this tragedy occurred and how the experience shaped the lives of the survivors. A great deal dealt with the safety issues and how this accident affected the future of aviation in Canada. It also explores the physical, emotional and spiritual repercussions for the survivors. It is a well written, interesting story, although I felt the end got a little unfocused and rambling.

Reviewer: J. Bearden
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Brilliant Story of How People Survive a Tragic Crash--And the Real-World Aftermath
Review: If, as some apparently were, you're expecting a long, detailed account of 70 days in the wilderness, you'll be disappointed. Buy this book instead if you want to read an extremely well-researched and beautifully written account of what led up to a tragic air crash, how four people cooperated to stay alive long enough to be rescued, and how they dealt with the aftermath of the traumatic event in their lives in different ways.Not all heroes are perfect. Not all villains are evil. Stories don't just end with the arrival of the rescue helicopter and stirring music as the survivors gaze up joyfully and the credits roll. Life goes on, and this book explores how that occurred for four unlikely "partners." A pilot under stress who made a mistake he can never forget. A politician. A cop--and the criminal he was transporting who saved his life. Powerful and moving.Just as heroes aren't perfect, neither is this book. But it's very, very good, not just as a flying story and a survival tale, but as an account of how each survivor was tested after he received a second chance in life. I read it straight through.

Reviewer: Rachel
Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars
Title: The teaser is better than the book
Review: I've enjoyed the book, but truly expected it to be more of a page turner. I opened it, expecting the fast pace of survival in the wilderness. I'm an avid outdoors (wo)man, and I'm fully aware the risk of the mountains at night. The details of emotions are scarce, and I know the emotion of being lost in a wilderness about to freeze to death. The book tells a nice story, and good insider details of the plane crash, but, alas, moves too slowly and spares plenty of detail in the telling of its story. What about the fear of the elements? The icy conditions? The probability of animals nearby?At one point, Erik and Paul are working under the plane, and out of nowhere comes the accusation that Paul has been stealing from the luggage and the deceased. It has been shown earlier in the book, where he uses clothes of the deceased to clothe those clinging to life, but I fail to see its relation to the rest of the story. Why was this important? Of course it mattered, because otherwise the four clinging to life were likely to have frozen to death, but the accusation of petty theft?Not what I expected. I like the side by side comparison as time marched on. I enjoyed some of the smaller details that may have otherwise been overlooked, but Ms. Shaben's father is the center of her focus. The others had to be thinking of their own lives. Again, detail in this section is sketchy.Oh, and the first section of the book is incredibly dull, and all about Erik's flight experience, not in reference to the remainder of the book, or so I felt.It's alright. I'd recommend you get it from a library or a friend, though, if you so desire. There are better stories out there.

Reviewer: Kim Poole
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: It’s a page burner! Could not put it down.
Review: Great read. Really appreciated all the background detail. Made even more special because I live in the PNW and many of the towns mentioned are familiar to me.

Reviewer: Ruth Shelling
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Survival Story
Review: I always like to read survival stories. I had a near death experience myself with a burst appendix in a remote area in Papua New Guinea. So I like to read how others have gone through trauma, come out the other side and gone on to do amazing things as a result of being deeply grateful to be alive. A near death experience is a defining moment in the life of a person and it definitely causes an evaluation of life. The four survivors in this book were profoundly impacted for the remainder of their lives. I was glad that the book followed through with the heroes so we could see the long term effect. It's an interesting read, rather than an exciting read.

Reviewer: commercial banker
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: awesome
Review: Writing a review while tears fill my eyes. What an amazing account of a tragic event and what effect it had on 4 lives connected forever. The writers journalistic approach was compelling from page 1 to the final sentence.

Reviewer: DENNIS g BRUNSWICK
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: A thoughtful story
Review: I can't imagine going through what those people did and still make such an impact on the people around them. An inspiring story.. Would definitely recommend.

Reviewer: Photo-Op Dave
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Carol Shaben has recreated and assembled this event with amazing expertise. Once you start reading you won’t be able to put it down!

Reviewer: Shelly
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I like books based on true stories and this one did not disappoint. If you like adventure mixed with real life, this is a book to cherish.

Reviewer: bmj
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: A gripping story and the fact it was true making it impossible to put down. I ordered two more, one for family on August 4th: and one for a friend later. But only one arrived. Tracking information for the one ordered in early August stopped early August which was so unlike Amazon service which has included around 100 items over time. A disappointment but I'm not perfect either

Reviewer: marie
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: This is a moving story of survival. It is not focused so much on the crash (which takes up only a quarter of the book), but on the survivors' change of life after the crash. I love survival stories and interesting biographies with endearing characters, so I could only love this book. Carol Shaben is an excellent story-teller, too.What this book is not, contrary to what the blurb suggests, is an adventure story. But if you love true life stories, then this book if for you!

Reviewer: Mike Mokrytzki
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Love that it's a true Canadian story.A little dry at times but good book.Well written focusing on the survivors.