I did find it hard at times to continue - because it’s clear from the start that Toby doesn’t complete the journey, and I so wanted him to! It is all about one man who goes sea kayaking, I never imagined how I would be so captured with this story but it is so engaging and I didn't want to stop reading. They chapters about the kayaking were interesting, particularly in terms of the people he met along the way, but for me, the most interesting chapters were at the beginning and end.

Courageous, uplifting and exquisitely written, Moderate Becoming Good Later is a tale of the indefatigable resilience of the human spirit, the unbreakable bond of family, the life-affirming kindness of strangers and the perpetual freedom of exploring the unknown. There is something special about people experiencing loss who decide to make the most of life while they still have the opportunity.Especially when it struck a personal chord - Toby visited my hometown and "his experience" was worth half a page of flat text. Lots to learn and some amazing places visited and it has definitely spurred me to want to see more of the world once more and live for the moment. From the wildness and peace of the sea, looking back at the land, Toby hoped to gain the strength and balance he knew nature could provide and to discover what anchors us to each other. Written by his sister Katie from Toby's extensive notes and recordings, Moderate Becoming Good Later is both an epic adventure – sometimes choppy, constantly moving – and a personal voyage of discovery that includes old friends and new, plenty of wildlife, and the ever-present sea.

Right away you get an idea of what sort of person Toby was, calmly dealing with bureaucracy, meeting strangers and instantly making new friends, Toby had that rare ability to find the most generous people just when he needed it.Toby was lucky enough to see incredible places and even though you can *feel* what it was like to be on the kayak, it also feels like you're kayaking in a void. It is sad he never got to see the book but I think he would be very proud of his sister showing the world what an amazing man he was. Katie Carr is a British author, artist, educator and coach who never imagined her first book having anything to do with sea kayaking.

One of the most moving parts of the book for me was how you get a real insight into this man’s unique and mind-bending take on life.To take on the difficult task of turning reams of notes, audio recordings etc into a cogent book is admirable. Throughout, Katie Carr has imbued Toby’s account with a natural charm, which combined with sublimely evocative descriptions, effortlessly transports the reader deep into the maritime environment. It’s a book I will keep on my bookshelf and remember and refer to when visiting some of the places in the future.