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Facing the Frozen Ocean

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This book is the account of Bear Grylls and 4 others crossing the North Atlantic Sea in a 40ft rigid inflatable boat. Picture similar conditions to "The Deadliest Catch" on Discovery Channel, only in a boat that sits 2 feet above sea level. At one point their tiny boat was subject to Force 7 winds (a moderate Gale) which caused a cruise ship traveling the same seas to turn back from its trip while Grylls' team ventured on.

Yes this book had a great story, but the thing I liked the most about it was its small lessons in life. Through Grylls' experiences you learn a lot about leadership, courage, teamwork, and a great deal of other things. There was a quote from the book when Charlie and Nige had been helming the boat for nearly an hour, after 2 days of no sleep, being soaking wet, and in freezing cold waters. When Nige had to ask for help at the helm and Bear notes "Often people think of climbers, sailors, and explorers as being brave, but few men are really brave enough to be honest." And he explains that in times of life and death its not about trying to be brave and make it through, but being honest and knowing that other's lives are in your hands, and valuing that more than your own pride.

Man vs Wild may be fake, but Bear Grylls is not. This really happened, as recorded in the book, and Grylls did risk his life on this ocean. Several times they came close to death and only by God's grace did they make it through.

This book will inspire you to get off your butt and go do something with your life.

Very well written. A+

Bear and his crew went through extraordinarily tough conditions and with luck survived in one piece! A great read, for boaters and any one who appreciates a good adventure. Only complaint; no maps of the trip or plans of his specially built RIB.

This is an exceptional book for anyone interested in adventure. True to life and excellently written. Keeps you on the edge of the chair and best of all it is true.

Love this book. Exciting adventure book which is difficult to put down. Didn't want it to end. Now starting his book on Everest.

Husband loves Bear Grylls. Excellent - arrived fast. Very pleased. Description was accurate and was delivered as described

Bear is a great story teller and honest in his own right. Great read for all who love adventure. Read his first book FACING UP and this one is another hit out of the park.