Melissa M. (sassenach) reviewed A Pearl in the Storm: How I Found My Heart in the Middle of the Ocean on + 18 more book reviews
I love reading about other people's adventures, especially adventures that I would never consider taking myself. And this is definitely one of those stories.
My rowing experience is limited to about five minutes on a rowing machine in the gym, so the idea of rowing across an ocean is mind-boggling. McClure does a wonderful job of making rowing accessible and interesting, even though I have no desire to take up the sport. She does a great job of describing the Pearl, and I can easily picture the boat. However, I think a few photographs of exactly how small the Pearl is would have added to the story.
I was afraid the story might be a little dry, but that was never the case. McClure's writing is very engaging and flows well. The story of her time in the Atlantic is interspersed with stories of her family and growing up. This is a great way to get to know her, and the stories are often tied to what she was experiencing on the ocean.
I would recommend this exciting book to those who love adventure stories like Into Thin Air.
My rowing experience is limited to about five minutes on a rowing machine in the gym, so the idea of rowing across an ocean is mind-boggling. McClure does a wonderful job of making rowing accessible and interesting, even though I have no desire to take up the sport. She does a great job of describing the Pearl, and I can easily picture the boat. However, I think a few photographs of exactly how small the Pearl is would have added to the story.
I was afraid the story might be a little dry, but that was never the case. McClure's writing is very engaging and flows well. The story of her time in the Atlantic is interspersed with stories of her family and growing up. This is a great way to get to know her, and the stories are often tied to what she was experiencing on the ocean.
I would recommend this exciting book to those who love adventure stories like Into Thin Air.
Jill B. (jillmgtexas) reviewed A Pearl in the Storm: How I Found My Heart in the Middle of the Ocean on + 73 more book reviews
I wasn't sure this book would hold my interest since I have never found rowing that interesting. It turned out to be one of he best books I've read in awhile. She weaves in the story of rowing across the Atlantic with those of her childhood. What a life she has lead!
This book held my interest from beginning to end and I would definitely recommend!
This book held my interest from beginning to end and I would definitely recommend!
Deborah E. reviewed A Pearl in the Storm: How I Found My Heart in the Middle of the Ocean on + 12 more book reviews
Phenomenal writing from Tori as she takes us on her perilous solo journey amidst mother nature's awesome powers. A must read!
