Helen is freshly divorced, completely out of her comfort zone, and about as excited about a wilderness survival course as I would be. Watching her stumble, sweat, complain, and slowly realize she's stronger than she thinks was incredibly relatable. I loved that her growth wasn't some magical overnight transformation. It came one blister, bad decision, and hard-earned victory at a time.
The hiking adventure itself was one of my favorite parts. There was something satisfying about watching a group of strangers get dropped into the wilderness and having to figure things out together. It made me appreciate my air conditioning, snacks, and indoor plumbing even more.
I also really enjoyed the romance. It was sweet, subtle, and never overshadowed Helen's personal journey. The quiet moments and growing connection worked much better for me than any over-the-top drama would have.
Was it predictable? A little. Did I know where some things were headed? Absolutely. Did I care? Not really. This book made me smile, root for Helen, and close the last page feeling hopeful, which is sometimes exactly what I want from a story.
★★★★
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