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4 out of 5 stars
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bewildering wilderness family
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2 out of 5 stars
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Despite what others may say about the off-grid style of living, it’s not strange and it’s not a “phase” you will eventually get over. Everyone has different passions and definitions of what the perfect life would be, so not all people will understand. Regardless of what family or friends say, don’t let them deter you. If it’s something you truly desire, then there’s no other option than to go for it!
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5 out of 5 stars
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Publisher's Summary
The true story of one family's struggle and triumph creating a self-sufficient life in the wilderness. Join the Horn family on the adventure of a lifetime. Learn how a couple from the city moved to the wilderness with three small boys and carved out a life in the middle of nowhere that has endured for nearly 50 years.
Impossible Beyond This Point is a compelling must-listen for anyone interested in (or contemplating) getting away from it all.
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- Noname
- 09-21-20
To detailed
The story is very detailed and slow moving I lost interest to quickly. The narrator was good.
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Performance4 out of 5 stars
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- Trapper
- 08-05-20
A good use of me precious tome
Enjoyed every minute. Great storytelling and reading. I wish there was an update given of where the family is now.
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- FocusOnSimple
- 10-23-20
Top story
lovely sweet story about going off grid as a Family. nicely told. definitely would recommend.