The Indifferent Stars Above

The author follows one young woman's harrowing journey from Illinois to California and the bitter months spent trapped by snow in the mountains without food. Her bravery and fortitude are remarkable. Luck was not on their side. Plus, her father's willingness to take risks was somewhat responsible for their getting themselves into the mess, but also helped get at least some of them out of it. Very interesting look at the way humans behave in extreme conditions.