Our college club read the book last month (April 2009) - it was an endearing story and I applaud Greg for his sacrifices. His description of the land, mountains and people allowed you to feel like a part of his odyssey. Inasmuch as our club could be the exception (educated/over 45 women) it drug on with the Talaban and politics. It was all I could do to finish the final 30 pages. I realize in order to comprehend his mission you need to understand the government - but it was too much for us at the end. This would be a great read for a political science/government group. A little over our head.