Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Seeking adventure, nineteen-year-old Paul Gorman sets off in the winter of 1969 on a cross-country backpacking trip to Europe. Several weeks after landing in Luxembourg, he heads south in search of sunny beaches and cheap prices. He winds up in possibly the most fascist country since WWII: Franco's Spain and Canary Islands. There he is arrested for forging stolen travelers checks. Facing up to six years in notorious Prisi n de Barranco Seco, he becomes a pawn in political blackmail as he struggles to survive in a dangerous environment infested with murderers, jewel smugglers, political prisoners, a WWII Nazi war criminal and, of course, Franco loyalists.
Gorman's adventure is the dramatic and sometimes humorous story of a young man searching for adventure and his place in the world. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this gripping true tale will entertain and intrigue you. Too ashamed of his wrong doings, it took fifty years for Gorman to recount his experiences. The result is a book that's, "honest and authentic and, simply, an amazing story "
Edited by Barbara Noe Kennedy, editor of the best seller, Bad Karma: The True Story of a Mexico Trip From Hell. Barbara spent 23 years as a senior editor of travel books at National Geographic.
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Viet Nam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
Seeking adventure in 1969, nineteen-year-old
Paul Gorman sets off on a wild and terrifying hitchhiking trip to Europe. In search of sunny beaches and cheap prices, he lands in possibly the most fascist country since WWII: Franco's Spain. While there, he is arrested. Facing up to six years in notorious Prisi n de Barranco Seco, he is used as a pawn in political blackmail while struggling to survive a dangerous environment.
Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, Gorman's gripping and sometimes humorous true tale will entertain and intrigue you. Too ashamed of his wrong doings, it took fifty years to recount his experiences. The result is a book that's, "honest and authentic and, simply, an amazing story "
Edited by Barbara Noe Kennedy, editor of the best seller, Bad Karma: The True Story of a Mexico Trip From Hell. Barbara spent 23 years as a senior editor of travel books at National Geographic.
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Viet Nam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
Seeking adventure in 1969, avoiding the draft and running from his father, nineteen-year-old Paul Gorman sets off on what becomes a
wild and terrifying solo hitchhiking trip to Europe. Eighteen hours later, he is a
fugitive. After almost freezing to death in Germany, he heads south in search of sunny beaches and cheap prices, landing in possibly the most fascist country since WWII: Franco's Spain. He soon runs out of money and relies on several scams to get by before being arrested. Facing up to six years in notorious
Prisi n de Barranco Seco, he becomes a pawn in
political blackmail while struggling to survive in a dangerous environment infested with some of INTERPOL's worst criminals.
Gorman's adventure is the riveting and occasionally humorous story of a teenager searching for adventure and his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, Gorman's gripping true tale is a page-turning stunner that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Too ashamed of his misdeeds, it took fifty years to recount his experiences. The result is a book that is "honest and authentic and, simply, an amazing story "
Edited by Barbara Noe Kennedy, editor of the best seller, Bad Karma: The True Story of a Mexico Trip From Hell. Barbara spent 23 years as a senior editor of travel books at National Geographic.
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Viet Nam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
In 1969, a naively intrepid American teen hitchhikes his way across Europe. After being spurned by his German girlfriend, he searches out sunny beaches and cheap prices, landing in fascist dictator Francisco Franco's Spain. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, he runs into trouble with Franco's judicial system. Facing up to six years and a day in notorious Prisi n de Barranco Seco, he becomes a pawn in international political intrigue as his future hangs in the balance.
Gorman's adventure is the dramatic and humorous story of a teenager searching for adventure and his place in the world. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, Gorman's gripping true tale is "honest and authentic and, simply, an amazing story "
Edited by Barbara Noe Kennedy, editor of the best seller, Bad Karma: The True Story of a Mexico Trip From Hell. Barbara spent 23 years as a senior editor of travel books at National Geographic.
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Viet Nam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
Seeking adventure in 1969, nineteen-year-old Paul Gorman sets off on what becomes a wild and terrifying solo hitchhiking trip to Europe. Less than twenty-four hours later, he experiences 120 mph car chases between cops and ex-cons, becoming a fugitive. Shortly after arriving in Europe, he endures a snowstorm and heads south in search of sunny beaches and cheap prices, landing in possibly the most fascist country since WWII: dictator Francisco Franco's Spain. Struggling to survive, he relies on several scams before running into trouble with Franco's judicial system. Facing up to six years and one day in notorious Prisi n de Barranco Seco
, he becomes a pawn in political intrigue while his life hangs in the balance with some of INTERPOL's worst criminals.
Gorman's adventure is the riveting and occasionally humorous story of an American teenager searching for adventure and his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, Gorman's gripping true tale is a page-turning stunner. The result is a book that is "honest and authentic and, simply, an amazing story "
Edited by Barbara Noe Kennedy, editor of the best seller, Bad Karma: The True Story of a Mexico Trip From Hell. Barbara spent 23 years as a senior editor of travel books at National Geographic.
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Viet Nam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery "An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequence." -- Kirkus Reviews
Seeking adventure and wanting to see his German girlfriend, 19-year-old Paul Gorman heads to Europe in 1969. After experiencing a harrowing roller coaster ride of hitchhiking across North American, in the dead of winter, he lands in Europe. Spurned by the girl and chilled by the frigid weather, he searches out sunny beaches, winding up in Spain's Canary Islands. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, he runs afoul with fascist dictator Francisco Franco's judicial system. Facing up to six years in notorious Prisi n de Barranco Seco, in steps the U.S. State Department with a devious plan to free him.
Gorman's journey is the dramatic and humorous true story of a young man searching for adventure and his place in the world, and the lessons he learned from his mistakes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will entertain and intrigue you. "It's honest and authentic and, simply, an amazing story " -- Barbara Noe Kennedy (former Senior Editor with National Geographic)
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Edited by Barbara Noe Kennedy, editor of the best seller, Bad Karma: The True Story of a Mexico Trip From Hell. Barbara spent 23 years as a senior editor of travel books at National Geographic.
"The author's wistful, graceful memoir harkens back to the days when Europe wasn't completely overrun with tourists and the cultural norms were more clear-cut. His vivid, penniless romp around Europe included adventures both big and small, some danger, and the occasional kindness from strangers. It's an engaging story that has enough unlikely details to seem believable, especially as he entered the Spanish prison system." -- Kirkus Reviews
Synopsis
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences." -- Kirkus Reviews The heavy iron cell door clanged shut. In 1969, na ve 19-year-old Paul Gorman found himself locked inside a Spanish jail for a petty crime in dictator Francisco Franco's Canary Islands.
The U.S. consulate service tells him it will be a miracle if they can get him out. Nine thousand miles from home, he cries and curses himself for the trouble he is in and has caused. Gorman's plight worsens when his consul is a no-show at his arraignment. Terrified by the very real possibility of spending up to six years in notorious Prisi n de Barranco Seco, he wonders if and how he will survive this Interpol dumping ground. Thoughts of escape and the unthinkable ravage his foggy teenage brain as the U.S. government steps in with a shrewd plan to free him -- but with ulterior motives of its own.
Having left home five months earlier, seeking adventure and desperate to see his German girlfriend, Gorman heads to Europe. It's the dead of winter when he hitchhikes across North America, experiencing cops and cons. Arriving in Germany, he's spurned by the girl and chilled by the frigid weather. He searches out sunny beaches before settling in Spain's Canary Islands. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his real troubles begin.
Gorman's journey is the dramatic and sometimes humorous true tale of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the lessons he learns. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will entertain and intrigue adventurers of all ages.
"It's honest and authentic and, simply, an amazing story " -- Barbara Noe Kennedy (former Senior Editor with National Geographic)
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
2022 Readers' Favorite award winner in non-fiction adventure The heavy iron cell door clangs shut, and in 1969, 19-year-old American Paul Gorman finds himself locked inside a jail for a petty crime in Spain's Canary Islands.
The U.S. consulate service tells him it will be a miracle if they can get him out. Nine thousand miles from home, he curses himself for the trouble he is in and has caused. Gorman's plight worsens when his consul is a no-show at his arraignment. Terrified by the possibility of spending up to six years in notorious Prisi n de Barranco Seco, he wonders how he will survive this Interpol dumping ground. Thoughts of escape and the unthinkable ravage his foggy brain as the U.S. government steps in with a shrewd plan to free him -- but with ulterior motives of its own.
Having left home five months earlier, seeking adventure and desperate to see his German girlfriend, Gorman heads to Europe. It's the dead of winter when he hitchhikes across North America, experiencing cops and cons. Arriving in Germany, he's spurned by the girl and chilled by the frigid weather. He searches out sunny beaches before settling in Spain's Canary Islands. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his real troubles begin.
Gorman's journey is the dramatic and sometimes humorous true tale of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the lessons he learns. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will entertain and intrigue adventurers of all ages.
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences." -- Kirkus Reviews
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
I was utterly captivated by Into Trouble...The book is well-balanced with the right mix of historical information, physical descriptions, and captivating developments. This expertly crafted memoir captures the spirit of youth, adventure, and redemption. It is a must-read for fans of memoirs involving travel and youthfulness. -- Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
This biographical coming-of-age tale of a na ve young American's troubled journey to Europe is diligently told by Paul Gorman and Barbara Noe Kennedy. I've been irrevocably affected by Gorman's change and would suggest this book to all readers. They won't want to miss it because it offers a fantastic experience and a variety of lessons. -- Trevor Otieno for Readers' Favorite
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
2022 Readers' Favorite award winner in non-fiction adventure In 1969, 19-year-old American Paul Gorman found himself locked inside a jail in Spain's Canary Islands. Five months earlier, Gorman left home seeking adventure, avoiding the draft and escaping a domineering father. Bound for Europe, he hitchhikes across North America in a blaze of cops and cons. Welcomed by frigid weather in Germany, he searches out sunny beaches. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode.
Gorman's solo journey is the dramatic and sometimes humorous true tale of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will captivate and intrigue adventurers young and old.
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences." -- Kirkus Reviews
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
I was utterly captivated by Into Trouble...The book is well-balanced with the right mix of historical information, physical descriptions, and captivating developments. This expertly crafted memoir captures the spirit of youth, adventure, and redemption. It is a must-read for fans of memoirs involving travel and youthfulness. -- Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
This biographical coming-of-age tale of a na ve young American's troubled journey to Europe is diligently told by Paul Gorman. I've been irrevocably affected by Gorman's change and would suggest this book to all readers. They won't want to miss it because it offers a fantastic experience and a variety of lessons. -- Trevor Otieno for Readers' Favorite
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
2022 Readers' Favorite award winner in non-fiction adventure In 1969, 19-year-old American Paul Gorman found himself alone and locked inside a jail in Spain's Canary Islands, facing up to six years in prison.
Five months earlier, Gorman set out for adventure and to escape problems at home. Bound for Europe, he hitchhiked across North America mid-winter, having run-ins with cops and criminals. Greeted by frigid weather in Germany, he sought out sunny beaches. Hustling the streets, struggling to survive, is when his real trouble began, requiring a devious plan by the U.S. government to get him out.
Gorman's solo journey is the dramatic and sometimes humorous true tale of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will captivate and intrigue adventurers young and old.
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences." -- Kirkus Reviews
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
I was utterly captivated by Into Trouble...The book is well-balanced with the right mix of historical information, physical descriptions, and captivating developments. This expertly crafted memoir captures the spirit of youth, adventure, and redemption. It is a must-read for fans of memoirs involving travel and youthfulness. -- Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
This biographical coming-of-age tale of a na ve young American's troubled journey to Europe is diligently told by Paul Gorman. I've been irrevocably affected by Gorman's change and would suggest this book to all readers. They won't want to miss it because it offers a fantastic experience and a variety of lessons. -- Trevor Otieno for Readers' Favorite
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
2022 Readers' Favorite award winner in non-fiction adventure 2022 Best Book Awards Finalist in Travel Guides & Essays
In 1969, na ve 19-year-old American Paul Gorman found himself alone and locked inside a jail in Spain's Canary Islands facing up to six years in prison.
Five months earlier, Gorman had left home seeking adventure, avoiding the draft and escaping a domineering father. Bound for Europe, he hitchhikes across North America encountering cops and cons. Greeted by frigid weather in Germany, he bicycles south searching out sunny beaches. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode. In steps the U.S. government with a clever plan to rescue him...and with ulterior motives of its own.
Filled with danger and sprinkled with humor, Gorman's solo journey is the dramatic true tale of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will captivate and intrigue adventurers young and old.
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences." -- Kirkus Reviews
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
I was utterly captivated by Into Trouble...The book is well-balanced with the right mix of historical information, physical descriptions, and captivating developments. This expertly crafted memoir captures the spirit of youth, adventure, and redemption. It is a must-read for fans of memoirs involving travel and youthfulness. -- Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
This biographical coming-of-age tale of a na ve young American's troubled journey to Europe is diligently told by Paul Gorman. I've been irrevocably affected by Gorman's change and would suggest this book to all readers. They won't want to miss it because it offers a fantastic experience and a variety of lessons. -- Trevor Otieno for Readers' Favorite
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences." -- Kirkus Reviews "A fascinating story about something most teenagers dream about doing but he actually did it " -- Goodreads
2022 Readers' Favorite award winner in non-fiction adventure
2022 Best Book Awards Finalist in Travel Guides & Essays
In 1969, na ve 19-year-old American Paul Gorman found himself alone and locked inside a jail in Spain's Canary Islands facing up to six years in prison.
Five months earlier, Gorman had left home seeking adventure, avoiding the draft and escaping a domineering father. Bound for Europe, he hitchhikes across North America encountering cops and cons. Greeted by frigid weather in Germany, he bicycles south searching out sunny beaches. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode. In steps the U.S. government with a clever plan to rescue him...and with ulterior motives of its own.
Filled with danger and sprinkled with humor, Gorman's solo journey is the dramatic true tale of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will captivate and intrigue adventurers young and old.
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
I was utterly captivated by Into Trouble...The book is well-balanced with the right mix of historical information, physical descriptions, and captivating developments. This expertly crafted memoir captures the spirit of youth, adventure, and redemption. It is a must-read for fans of memoirs involving travel and youthfulness. -- Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
This biographical coming-of-age tale of a na ve young American's troubled journey to Europe is diligently told by Paul Gorman. I've been irrevocably affected by Gorman's change and would suggest this book to all readers. They won't want to miss it because it offers a fantastic experience and a variety of lessons. -- Trevor Otieno for Readers' Favorite
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
"Our verdict: Get it " -- Kirkus Reviews "An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
In 1969, na ve 19-year-old American Paul Gorman found himself alone and locked inside a jail in Spain's Canary Islands facing up to six years in prison.
Five months earlier, Gorman had left home seeking adventure, avoiding the draft and escaping a domineering father. Bound for Europe, he hitchhikes across North America encountering cops and cons. Greeted by frigid weather in Germany, he bicycles south searching out sunny beaches. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode. In steps the U.S. government with a clever plan to rescue him...and with ulterior motives of its own.
Filled with danger and sprinkled with humor, Gorman's solo journey is the dramatic true tale of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will captivate and intrigue adventurers young and old.
"It's honest and authentic, and quite simply an amazing story " Barbara Noe Kennedy, former Senior Editor with National Geographic Travel Books.
"Loved it Along the lines of "On the Road" and less depressing than "Into the Wild". Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
I was utterly captivated by Into Trouble...The book is well-balanced with the right mix of historical information, physical descriptions, and captivating developments. This expertly crafted memoir captures the spirit of youth, adventure, and redemption. It is a must-read for fans of memoirs involving travel and youthfulness. -- Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
This biographical coming-of-age tale of a na ve young American's troubled journey to Europe is diligently told by Paul Gorman. I've been irrevocably affected by Gorman's change and would suggest this book to all readers. They won't want to miss it because it offers a fantastic experience and a variety of lessons. -- Trevor Otieno for Readers' Favorite
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short . The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
"It's honest and authentic, and quite simply an amazing story " Barbara Noe Kennedy, former Senior Editor -- National Geographic Travel Books "Loved it Along the lines of 'On the Road' and less depressing than 'Into the Wild'. Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
In 1969, American teen Paul Gorman found himself locked inside dictator Francisco Franco's infamous Prisi n de Barranco Seco in Spain.
Five months earlier, Gorman had left home seeking adventure and to see a girlfriend. Bound for Europe, he hitchhikes across North America encountering cops and cons. Confronted by frigid weather in Germany, he bicycles south searching out sunny beaches. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode. In steps the U.S. government with a clever plan to rescue him.
Filled with danger and laced with humor, Gorman's solo journey is the dramatic true story of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will captivate and intrigue readers young and old.
"An utterly engrossing travel account that doubles as a remarkable coming-of-age story... Fabulous...This is a stunner " -- The Prairies Book Review
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences. Our verdict: Get it." -- Kirkus Reviews
"This expertly crafted memoir captures the spirit of youth, adventure, and redemption. It is a must-read for fans of memoirs involving travel and youthfulness. -- Foluso Falaye for Readers' Favorite
This biographical coming-of-age tale of a na ve young American's troubled journey to Europe is diligently told by Paul Gorman. I've been irrevocably affected by Gorman's change and would suggest this book to all readers." -- Trevor Otieno for Readers' Favorite
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"A page turner Quite a good read " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short. The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
In 1969, American teenager Paul Gorman found himself locked inside dictator Francisco Franco's infamous Prisi n de Barranco Seco in Spain. Five months earlier, Gorman had left home seeking adventure and to see a girl. Bound for Europe, he hitchhikes across North America encountering cops and cons. Confronted by frigid weather in Germany, he bicycles south searching out sunny beaches. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode. In steps the U.S. government with a clever plan to rescue him.
Filled with danger and laced with humor, Gorman's solo journey is the dramatic true story of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will captivate and intrigue readers young and old.
"Thrilling, suspenseful, intimately revealing, and elegantly creative and descriptive, it is a triumph. I await the screenplay " -- Nancy A Soule
"A fascinating story about something most teenagers dream about doing but he actually did it. A book you will find hard to put down. And it is all true." -- Lawrence Kaylor
"Full of humor and self realization in the time of Franco and the Vietnam war. I highly recommend this " -- Jan Hillman
"How one naive young man could get himself into so much trouble is astonishing " -- Donald D.
"I normally read at night and it generally puts me to sleep, so the chapters have to be short. The chapters are short, but I couldn't put it down and read it in 3 nights. LOVE this book " -- Nancy Henry
"A very engaging and page-turning read " -- Michael K
"A compelling coming of age memoir...A personal journey set in a time of great upheaval, it's worth the trip. -- Reg Krake
Synopsis
2022 Readers' Favorite Award Winner
2022 Best Book Awards Finalist In 1969, na ve American teen Paul Gorman found himself alone and locked inside a jail in Spain's Canary Islands, facing up to six years in prison for a petty crime.
Five months earlier, Gorman had left home seeking adventure, avoiding the draft and escaping a domineering father. Bound for Europe, he hitchhikes across North America encountering cops and cons. Confronted by frigid weather in Germany, he bicycles south searching out sunny beaches. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode. In steps the U.S. government with a clever plan to rescue him... and ulterior motives of its own.
Filled with danger, intrigue and humor, Gorman's solo journey is the dramatic true story of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the transformation he undergoes. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will captivate readers young and old.
Synopsis
2022 Readers' Favorite Award Winner
2022 Best Book Awards Finalist In 1969, na ve American teen, Paul Gorman dreamed of adventure like his hero Earnest Shackleton. But his biggest idol was sixteen-year-old Robin Lee Graham who was sailing solo around the world. Gorman devoured National Geographic articles about him. With just several hundred dollars in his pocket and blind determination, Gorman set off hitchhiking across the U.S. in the dead of winter, searching for adventure and to see a girlfriend in Germany.
Chilled by the German girl's reception, and frigid weather, he heads south searching out sunny beaches and cheap prices. He settles in Spain's Canary Islands. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, he runs into trouble with the judicial system in Spain, where he faces up to six years in prison. In steps the U.S. State Department with a clever plan to rescue him... and with ulterior motives of its own.
Told with flair and sparkling with humor, Gorman's journey is the dramatic true story of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the lessons he learns. Along the lines of Into the Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me if You Can by Frank Abagnale, this gripping tale will entertain and intrigue adventurers of all ages.
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"Loved it Along the lines of 'On the Road' and less depressing than 'Into the Wild'. Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery The heavy iron cell door clangs shut, and in 1969, 19-year-old American Paul Gorman finds himself locked inside a jail for a minor crime in dictator Francisco Franco's Canary Islands.
The U.S. consulate service tells Gorman it will be a miracle if they can get him out. Nine thousand miles from home, he curses himself for the trouble he is in. His plight worsens when his consul is a no-show at his arraignment. Terrified by the possibility of spending up to six years in notorious Prisi�n de Barranco Seco, he wonders how he will survive this INTERPOL dumping ground. Thoughts of escape and the unthinkable ravage his foggy brain as the U.S. government steps in with a shrewd plan to free him -- but with ulterior motives of its own.
Having left home five months earlier, Gorman's journey is the dramatic and sometimes humorous true tale of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and the lessons he learns. Along the lines of Into The Wild by Jon Krakauer, Midnight Express by Billy Hayes, and Catch Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale, this riveting tale will entertain and intrigue adventurers of all ages.
Synopsis
2022 Readers' Favorite award winner
2022 Best Book Awards Finalist "A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences. Our verdict: Get it."
-- Kirkus Reviews
"Loved it Along the lines of 'On the Road' and less depressing than 'Into the Wild'. Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
Yearning for adventure and seeking to escape problems at home, in 1969 na ve American teenager Paul Gorman left his home in the suburbs. With just several hundred dollars in his pocket and blind determination he set out hitchhiking across the U.S. bound for Europe. After a series of frightening experiences on the road, he arrives there hoping to hook-up with an old high school girlfriend - who was a German exchange student. Chilled by the girl's reception and the frigid weather, he heads south searching out sunny beaches and cheap prices. Unfortunately, Gorman settles in Spanish dictator Francisco Franco's Canary Islands. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode and so does the suspense and intrigue.
Told with flair and sparkling with youthfulness, Gorman's journey is the dramatic true story of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, the mistake he made and how it transformed him.
Synopsis
2022 Readers' Favorite award winner
2022 Best Book Awards Finalist "It's honest and authentic, and quite simply an amazing story " Barbara Noe Kennedy, former Senior Editor -- National Geographic Travel Books
"A well-written account about a young man's mistake and the threat of dire consequences. Our verdict: Get it."
-- Kirkus Reviews
"Loved it Along the lines of 'On the Road' and less depressing than 'Into the Wild'. Gorman's writing is clear and honest " -- Victoria Irwin - Discovery
Yearning for adventure and seeking to escape problems at home, in 1969 na ve American teenager Paul Gorman left his home in the suburbs. With just several hundred dollars in his pocket and blind determination he set out hitchhiking across the U.S. bound for Europe. After a series of frightening experiences on the road, he arrives there hoping to hook-up with an old high school girlfriend - who was a German exchange student. Chilled by the girl's reception and the frigid weather, he heads south searching out sunny beaches and cheap prices. Unfortunately, Gorman settles in Spanish dictator Francisco Franco's Canary Islands. Grifting the streets, struggling to survive, his troubles explode and so does the suspense and intrigue.
Told with flair and sparkling with youthfulness, Gorman's journey is the dramatic true story of a young man searching for adventure, his place in the world, and how the mistake he made transformed him.