The Amazing Journey

True Story of a Father and Son's Odyssey Around the World

by Grady Hicks

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Pub Date May 31 2015 | Archive Date Oct 15 2015

Description

The Amazing Journey is a fast-paced, true story of Grady and Austin Hicks, a father and son who travel the world for twenty-eight days before Austin attends college. Austin is the first of three Hicks children who embark on this globe-trotting tradition with their father.

In the spirit of adventure, their route and activities are kept secret—even from family. They complete daily, self-imposed Journey Tasks that deliberately immerse them into cultural authenticity, and far outside their comfort zones. As the journey unfolds, it becomes clear that these travelers are in store for much more than unfamiliar landscapes. From foreign militaries to spiritual clairvoyance, from serious illness to unnerving dares, The Amazing Journey reminds us to connect with people—be it those closest to you or those across the world—to test your limits, and to trust the Journey.

The Amazing Journey is a fast-paced, true story of Grady and Austin Hicks, a father and son who travel the world for twenty-eight days before Austin attends college. Austin is the first of three...

Advance Praise

"The Amazing Journey: Book One is nothing short of amazing. This is really more of a quest than just your average travel tour. After reading this book, I felt that every parent should try to do something like this with their child. I highly recommend this book, especially to all parents out there. 5 stars!" -Review By Gisela Dixon for Readers' Favorite

"Armchair adventurers will love seeing Asia and Europe through the eyes of these intrepid travelers. The Amazing Journey is special because the author records his son's coming of age and his own delight in seeing a diffident teen expand his world view and getting to know him as a man. What a marvelous journey The Amazing Journey is! 5 stars!" -Review By Jack Magnus for Readers' Favorite

"I didn't expect this book to be so packed full of the unexpected, making it almost fictional in its telling. This journey was truly a life-changing experience for both father and son, and the way that they resolved problems and worked together towards their ultimate goal is amazing. This is the stuff that memories are made of. 5 stars!" -Review By Jane Finch for Readers' Favorite

"I found the book exhilarating and packed with adventure, a sense of optimism and excitement. The story inspires readers to take up challenges and tasks in life for personal growth. I can't wait to read about their next journey! 5 stars!" -Review By Mamta Madhavan for Readers' Favorite

"[A] dream that every father wants to live at least once in his lifetime. Because this book is way more than simply being a travelogue with its rich story line and emphatically telling descriptive style, it deserves a 5 star rating." -Review By Deepak Menon for Readers' Favorite

"The Amazing Journey: Book One is nothing short of amazing. This is really more of a quest than just your average travel tour. After reading this book, I felt that every parent should try to do...