Completely unbelievable, trying too hard to be charming, ridiculous at every turn, and yet I still kind of liked it. ( )

What an amazingly wonderful book! I loved everything about it and my 13 year-old loved it even more. She laughed, she was horrified, she was concerned, she thought it was awesome. The narrative is fast-paced and written in a unique and engaging way. The plot was amazing. I loved that though Ry finds himself alone, there are caring adults at every point. The sub-stories add so much depth and interest. I wish I had more children so I would be able to read it again with them! ( )

Camp was canceled for Ry and while calling his grandfather the train left without him. After missing the train he tries calling his grandfather again, no luck, and his parents who are on a cruse, no luck. He decides to follow the train track and went into a town. A guy gives him clothes and food. Ry's grandfather has suffered a concussion while walking the dogs. His parents cell phone was lost on their trip. The guy, Del, decides to drive Ry home to Wisconsin from Montana, where problem after problem happens. ( )

"Really good read. He’s in a journey and goes through trains, buses, boats, and cars"

The writing is well done and polished but I couldn't get over the choices Ryan was making. He's old enoughmature enough for his parents to send him a camp across the country by himself on a train but he's not smart enough to just go to the police station and ask for assistance getting home? I would have enjoyed the story and the adventures except that it all rested on that premise. I started skimming after his second day in Montana so maybe I missed something vital but I read the author's note that she was inspired by Don Quiotix, which seemed just right- lots of meandering needless ly into adventures. I didn't like that book either. But if you did like out, you will probably like this book too.

About Amtrak going through Montana- her description was pretty spot on except ask the seats have outlets to charge your phone. Yes, my plug often falls out but I can still keep my phone charged. I've traveled that route many times. A small detail that bugged me. ( )