Downloaded the book to read on my Kindle. In short, I enjoyed the story. Jimbo got me hooked on the Cork O'Connor series so I took his overall positive review as a good sign. Also, any story based on/in the BWCA/Quetico region will probably get my attention.

I agree that the book would be a good read for younger folks. I found the dialogue a bit simple. Not a slam, just an observation and perhaps intentional for the demographic you are targeting. Given the ages of the characters, probably fairly realistic.

Having only traveled in the Q, i found myself referring to maps to "follow along" and enjoyed that aspect.

I would most likely read story #2 based in the Q, more familiar turf for me, and am very interested in the potential third book dealing more with what was a disturbing, but given the current state of affairs, not completely incomprehensible political environment.

So Chris, how much of yourself comes out through Penn in your story?

J