A review by frogggyyyyy
Tracks: A Woman's Solo Trek Across 1700 Miles of Australian Outback by Robyn Davidson

2.5

With Wild by Cheryl Strayed being one of my favorite books recently and having recently moved to Australia, I was excited to read about another female journey in an area I'm learning more about. Was fully expecting a 5 star read out of this. Unfortunately, this one does not hold up today. Constant descriptions of animal abuse that are brushed off as no big deal (common theme through the whole story somehow disguised as love for animals?). Also no background on why or how she came to the conclusion of wanting to do this trip (not that an explanation is need but it made it hard to care about/connect with her).  The commentary on race and political problems surrounding the Aboriginal communities by the author seemed to have good intentions but poor execution.