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danib11's review
5.0
As someone who has spent a small period of time on the Camino, this brought back fond memories. As a parent of 2 almost teens, so relatable! And as someone who REALLY hopes one day to endeavor on a long walk with a child or two of my own, I absolutely fell in love!
juliapr's review against another edition
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
slow-paced
3.75
clarissareads's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
funny
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
slow-paced
3.0
knod78's review against another edition
4.0
Still a fan of Andrew McCarthy after all these years. I really enjoyed his other book and this book was no exception. I actually liked this book so much better, because it felt less chaotic than the last one. I imagine this is exactly what it would be like if I walked with my dad on this trail. Or how I would feel walking with my child if I had one. In fact, this book helped me in a way to prepare mentally for my big trip with my niece where I will have to contend with the dreaded not waking up early while I'm a "lets get out the door early as possible so we don't get stuck with the crowds" kind of traveler. I was slightly different when I traveled with my parents, because were always scuba diving and the boat left at 6 a.m.
Anyways. I loved the flow of the story as we move along The Way. I especially loved the history antidocts for almost of all the towns, which I haven't gotten in other books that I have read about the Camino. I'm now wanting to go back and read more historical books about the Knights Templar and the Moorish King.
Yes, some of the stuff he repeats and yes, he does go on a bit too much about his dad, which he covered in his previous book. But I still loved the book. I guess I feel like when you are on that type of walk, your mind goes and what comes out...you just have to let it. Same with Sam about bringing up not only the ex, but also his parents' divorce. I would probably feel this is the best time to ask my parents honestly about what was going on through their mind. I could say these are the things that you did that hurt me while going through it as a child of divorce...just like Sam. Other reviewers commented on the horrible character of Sam on the trail and even of Andrew's personality, but I feel like that's how you are going to be on the trail. And it's probably difficult for him to hold stuff back, because he is a celebrity and he is guarded. I'm not sure what I would do if I saw him on the trail either. Well, I certainly wouldn't reenact Weekend at Bernies.
I really loved this book. Take it for what it is...a book about a Father and Son walking a very long walk to really get to know each other. I only wished I had done this walk sooner; I'm not sure I could handle the crowds.
Anyways. I loved the flow of the story as we move along The Way. I especially loved the history antidocts for almost of all the towns, which I haven't gotten in other books that I have read about the Camino. I'm now wanting to go back and read more historical books about the Knights Templar and the Moorish King.
Yes, some of the stuff he repeats and yes, he does go on a bit too much about his dad, which he covered in his previous book. But I still loved the book. I guess I feel like when you are on that type of walk, your mind goes and what comes out...you just have to let it. Same with Sam about bringing up not only the ex, but also his parents' divorce. I would probably feel this is the best time to ask my parents honestly about what was going on through their mind. I could say these are the things that you did that hurt me while going through it as a child of divorce...just like Sam. Other reviewers commented on the horrible character of Sam on the trail and even of Andrew's personality, but I feel like that's how you are going to be on the trail. And it's probably difficult for him to hold stuff back, because he is a celebrity and he is guarded. I'm not sure what I would do if I saw him on the trail either. Well, I certainly wouldn't reenact Weekend at Bernies.
I really loved this book. Take it for what it is...a book about a Father and Son walking a very long walk to really get to know each other. I only wished I had done this walk sooner; I'm not sure I could handle the crowds.
rosafb's review
5.0
I loved this book. It perfectly captures the relationship between gen x parents and their Gen Z children just as they reach adulthood. Perfection!
marioosa517's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Cursing
Moderate: Medical content, Injury/Injury detail, Alcohol, Infidelity, Emotional abuse, Islamophobia, Antisemitism, and Drug use
Minor: Child abuse, Alcoholism, Sexual content, Violence, and War