* "An absolute must-have for all readers looking for well-researched and gripping adventure nonfiction." -- School Library Journal , starred review "Olson writes with assurance and empathy. Gripping, well-researched, superb entertainment." -- Kirkus Reviews "Olson's meticulously documented research and creative writing make this an unforgettable story of courage and determination." -- Booklist "This non-stop action adventure is narrative nonfiction at its best." -- School LIbrary Connection "Tod Olson turns this true story into a tale more thrilling and suspenseful than any work of fiction." -- Lauren Tarshis, New York Times bestselling author of the I Survived series "This harrowing adventure story practically puts you on the slopes of K2 with the climbers. You'll feel yourself gasping for oxygen, stamping your feet to fight off frostbite, and wrestling with the ultimate decision: Do you turn back while you still can, or make one last try for the summit?" -- Steve Sheinkin, award-winning author of Bomb and Undefeated Praise for Lost in the Pacific, 1942: Not a Drop to Drink: * "A riveting, completely engrossing true survival story.

" -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review.