Mert Topcu

Contemplated to stop reading 1/3 of the way but decided to finish so that I don't feel guilty for rating it with two stars.

Well, if you are a sci-fi reader, this is definitely not for you since there's not much originality. If you are into technology, Silicon Valley, etc. definitely not for you except you may feel like the book covers things you know and maybe trying take a jab at them (not so successfully IMHO).

Anyways maybe I had higher expectations or something but I didn't enjoy reading this book that much. Sorry to say...

(Or 2.5 stars)
... Especially the end.
Sorry but I was never able to get into it.

Definitely wants to make you hike, immerse yourself in nature. :)

Of course, it's more than that however I can't stop myself from thinking about hiking the PCT or AT at some point. :)

Beautiful, simple and insightful.

Not for everyone for sure. Charles B. is not for everyone.
If you have ever seen the dark side of life even just a little, you may have a chance to understand and enjoy his writing.
What a character, life...