I would pitch this book as being Bill Bryson's "A Walk in the Woods," but on wheels. That was my hope from reading the description and initial chapters, and it did not disappoint! The opening cancer scare and look back at how far Sean has come, in large part due to his (now sick) wife, set the stage for this couple going through life as a strong, practically inseparable team, which gives credence to the lunacy of how a loving husband could be dragged on this madcap adventure. Amidst all the pedaling, there are moments of introspection and reflection, such as the anniversary of Sean's father's suicide. These give weight and heart to the book without pulling too far away from the overall hopeful feeling the author has created. Readers will be left wondering if they could accomplish such a feat - on a bike, on a trike, sometimes even against the dire warnings of knowledgeable locals - and perhaps be inspired to air up their own set of tires.