Kabloona in the Yellow Kayak- One Women's Journey Through the Northwest Passage by Victoria Jason

Book review: What is most striking about the author's coverage of her journey is not so much the feat in itself, but how she captures the various aspects of the journey. Through her descriptive prose, Jason succeeds in introducing readers to the many wonders of the arctic. Her superb narrative focuses on descriptions of everything she observed and she provides an accurate account of her emotional state. The element of excitement is also a dominant feature as Jason recounts her experiences with polar bears, walruses, grizzly bears, and whales. The arctic climate and terrain also presented significant logistical challenges -- icebergs, rugged shorelines, inaccessible areas, and invisible shoals which make for interesting travel coverage and enhance the story without dominating it.

Kabloona in the Yellow Kayak is a highly enjoyable book to read. From the comforts of one's home we can travel to places not normally visited. Jason does a
superb job of making the Arctic come alive. A remarkable story by a remarkable woman!