ocie's Reviews (413)

“Did you ever top out on a ridge in wild country and look off across miles where nobody had ever been before? Did you ever ride for a month across country without ever seeing another human being? Or even track of one? I have… and I want to again.”

The main reason I loved this book is because of the descriptions. Made me feel like I was there, you know? Also, he describes the Apaches as the best warriors in the world. Accurate, man.

This book is not for everyone. Or maybe it is. It depends on how well you can handle being told blunt truths about yourself. Because we NEED to be told the truth by someone. Our friends and family aren't going to do it, so why not get it from a book? I for one was insulted, but loved it nonetheless. Manson is sarcastic, but honest. He doesn't sugarcoat anything. The contents of this book will tell you how to get ahead by not caring so much. It's the first self-help book from which I've actually been able to enjoy and be able to apply.

The 4th book in the Percy Jackson series is possibly my favorite so far. I liked the labyrinth, and wished there were more puzzles to solve while down there. Grover's quest becomes increasingly interesting in this book. And as always, he and Tyson are my favorite characters. I am so glad Tyson came along on this quest. Great book, can't wait to read the last one.