4.5/5 stars. Honestly, it’s an interesting insight into the travels of someone who decided to set off on a bike around the world. Even though I’d only heard of his YouTube channel in passing before this book, it was exciting and intriguing to read about Dean’s adventures. Myself I’d never have the courage or the fortitude to do the same, is it’s fascinating to read about. It was also heartwarming to read about the different animals he helped along the way: it’s the kind of thing that makes you want to start an animal rescue in one of these countries yourself.
Hope he writes more later on about how his adventures continued after the pandemic lockdowns ended.

This completes Task 24: Read a book featuring a beloved pet where the pet doesn’t die, of the Book Riot's Read Harder Challenge.

This was exactly what I needed to read, but at the same time, horrible, because I can't travel to any of these countries. Dean also reinforces my ultimate dream to have an adventure cat to take on hikes and bike rides and boat rides. My next cat will be an adventure cat; my husband thinks it's wishful thinking.

I loved the story of how he met Nala and she became his daughter. I loved their play time and how they take care of each other when sick. I especially loved the look Nala gives when he brings another stray back to the bike. I loved the message of the book and how this world is so big full of stereotypes and expectations that can easily get blown away when you actually experience it. I loved the people he met. I even started following the vet on IG. I loved that he followed a timeline within the book and didn't bounce back and forth. I loved that he uses his fame for small charities in dire need.

My issue with the book is the constant repetition of things, especially with how the bike ride changed his life or how Ricky and him started out the trip differently, how Nala changed his life, or how he made a mistake about Nala. But it doesn't make me love the book any less.

Now, go read this sweet story adventure story. You will not regret it.