Customer Reviews
Great read, impossible to put down - By: A. S. Knight, 28 Sep 2008 
This is a well written account of an amazing year on Everest but climbing the highest peak on the planet is only half of it. This book opens the door into the darkest recesses of the human mind & shows the extraordinary determination, mental strength & overriding will to survive that we as humans are capable of. Perhaps strange but it made me want to climb a mountain!
Fantastic Book - By: Laura Anne, 22 Aug 2008 Really enjoyed this - honestly is the best book I've readin a long time. Very well written, fascinating book, mixture between the history of the mountain & the events of 2006. I read it twicein one week. Highly recommended.
Not just black and white - By: J. Reeve, 02 May 2008 
This is an extremely well written book, that doesn't simplify the story into 'heroes & villains' as the mainstream media do. Unlike 'into thin air' or 'the climb', this isn't a first person account, which enables a more rounded & objective view of the circumstances & benefits from Heil's journalistic approach.
Those who have seen the Discovery 'Everest' series featuring Russell Brice will also find it an interesting companion piece, as it gives behind the scenes details regarding the expedition featuredin the programme.
Highly recommended.
