Publication date UK format 10/1/23 book 295 pages
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Synopsis
Near the death zone on K2, the world’s second-highest mountain, Lisa Thompson searched for the strength to continue climbing. Her choices were clear: give in to her doubts and descend or push past her own limits and continue up the mountain’s steep face. Defiance had provoked Thompson to enter the male-dominated world of high-altitude mountaineering, but defiance could only take her so far. After a harrowing battle with cancer, Lisa realized she needed to understand what motivated her to take greater and greater risks in the mountains. Finding Elevation chronicles Thompson’s path from novice climber to world-class mountaineer, as she becomes the second American woman to summit K2, which is considered by many to be the most dangerous mountain in the world. More than a climbing memoir, Finding Elevation is a deeply personal examination of motivation and the human spirit. It is a story of what can happen when we finally stop letting others define our limits and instead trust that we are capable of more. In this inspiring book, Thompson reaches beyond the mountain to tell a story of heartbreak, resilience, and the discovery that we are responsible for defining our own boundaries, finding our own happiness, and facing our fears head-on.
My Review
Wow, this book was amazing. It was also so inspiring. Lisa has had to go through so much in her life. Yet she manages to concor all, including the mountains. She certainly took me on a fantastic journey. There was never a dull moment. It flowed seamlessly and was extremely well written. I just couldn't put it down, so it meant a very late night. What I loved about this book was all the emotions that came through the authors words. There were some extremely shocking moments, and it had my heart pounding sat on the edge of my seat. It was such a fantastic reading experience. I really felt like I understood what it is like climbing these mountains. Also, I learnt so much about K2. Wow. Lisa has achieved so much and is truly an inspiration to us all. I definitely recommend reading this if, like the author, you want to live your life on the edge of your seat. Or you want to understand what it's really like climbing mountains that don't care if you live or die.
Only the highest of praise goes out to the author and publishers for bringing us this wonderful adventure of a lifetime. I just loved the pictures included in this book. I would love to read more from this author.
Where you can buy this book
Amazon US K $8.99, HC $22.50
Waterstones HC £18.99
B&N HC $25.95, EB $8.99
Kobo EB £6.99
Amazon UK K £6.99 HC £18.99
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