Wild Lesson Plan

At several points in the book, Cheryl remarks while walking on the PCT that she has no choice but to continue moving forward. How is the author able to make a literally straightforward story in one direction interesting to you as a reader? What are a few ways that the chapters you've been reading have held your interest?

Despite her story’s potential to be somber and heavy, the author relates her experiences with a great deal of humor and verve. She also writes in style that is clear and accessible, and frequently employs metaphors and similes that suggest that simple, often very relatable experiences can have profound implications. And finally, she periodically uses...