“A book to provide inspiration to anyone who dreams of doing their own thing.”
— Sir Chris Bonington, Mountaineer and Author
“O’Brien’s story is deep in insight and observation. An impressive read.”
— Peter Hillary, Chairman of the Himalayan Trust
“Brutally honest, beautifully crafted, an inspirational account of an almost impossible journey.”
— Neil Laughton, Chairman, Scientific Exploration Society
“Daring, inspiring, and altogether thrilling, a human’s capacity for denying her age, her gender, or her trauma to determine her limits.”
— Mary Garner Rees, Writer
“A female writer who is unapologetic, honest and isn’t bent on being a victim or a hero.”
— Jane (Bromet) Courage, Scott Fischer’s former publicist
“How someone can push themselves time and time again. A truly inspiring book.”
— Miles Young, Warden of New College, Oxford
“Vanessa’s qualities are truly akin to those Ernest Shackleton listed over a century ago.”
— Alexandra Shackleton, granddaughter of Sir Ernest Shackleton
“To The Greatest Heights is a modern-day version of Dick Bass’s book, but on steroids. A must read.”
— Jim Clash, Forbes adventure journalist
“A saga of physical and psychological pain and determination. A treat to read.”
— Masood Aslam, (Ret) Lt-General Pakistan Army
“O’Brien’s warm, witty voice will bring a wide audience to her world-class adventures.”
— Kirkus, Book Review
“A rare mix of adventure and self-reflection by one of America’s finest mountaineers.”
— Johanna Garton, Author, Edge of the Map
“Thank you for creating this this thrilling read.”
— Jazmin Grace Grimaldi, Actress/artist, granddaughter of Grace Kelly
“To know that there is a path to overcoming the worst of what happens to us, whatever our age.”
— The Bookseller, Book Review
