I loved this book, as well other fans of Antarctica (no other way to describe it). This blends the present and the past and even those who have read a lot on the subject will learn something because it's a fresh take.

I'm a big fan of adventure stories, of survival stories. I'm a HUGE fan of exploration stories, especially Shackleton and The Endurance. So honestly, I couldn't wait to get my hands on this one.

I really enjoyed this book. The people, the science, and the dilemma and the need to find a way out. But honestly, there wasn't much drama here. We know everyone is going to be ok. We know they get out after 10 days (it's in the title, for crying out loud). There was just no tension or drama. But still, I enjoyed the story and really did like this book.

I received a copy from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Highly recommended read! Thanks for providing through Net Galley. Five Stars *****

Holy mother of God was this harrowing! When I read books like these I remember what one of my seventh graders said when we were discussing Elie Wiesel's Night, you feel these books more because you know they are based on personal experience. While my heart raced as Turney described his ordeal, I appreciated the parallels with other expeditions that suffered similar fates.

The author sums up his exploit taking place in the most unforgiving part of our earth in 16 words...
"The Antarctic Factor: if anything can go wrong, it will. It's basically Murphy's Law on steroids..." --Chris Turney

Readers of history will like the way Turney has compared Shackleton, (1914-1917), and Douglas Mawson (1958) experiences in the Antarctic to the ship Shokalskiy's, (2013). We've all heard of Shackleton, but probably not Mawsen. He built huts in eastern Antarctica that are still there today, despite nearly constant blizzards.

The account begins...
On Christmas Eve 2013, off the coast of East Antarctica, an abrupt weather change trapped the Shokalskiy-- the ship carrying earth scientist Chris Turney and seventy-one others involved in the Australian Antarctic Expedition--in a densely packed armada of sea ice, 1400 miles from civilization. (Be sure to look at the amazing photographs at the end of the book.) Especially awing is the picture of the Endurance as it was trapped in ice. The abrupt weather change caused Shokalskiy's hull to be breached and steerage lost. The wind threatened to drive the vessel into the frozen continent, smashing it to pieces. If nearby floating icebergs picked up speed, they would cause a devastating collision, leaving little time to abandon ship and potentially creating an environmental disaster. The weather forecast offered no relief--a blizzard was headed their way.

The Shokalskiy ordeal is compared and contrasted to polar explorer Ernest Shackleton's harrowing Antarctic expedition almost a century prior. His ship, Endurance, was trapped and ultimately lost to the ice, forcing Shackleton and his men to fight for survival on a vast and treacherous icescape for two years. Yes two years! Another explorer, one that had never heard of Is included in this account; Douglas Mawson, whose Antarctic explorations were equally legendary. Even though Turney never lost communication with the world through twitter, Facebook, Skype and YouTube, his stakes were higher-- unlike Shackleton or Mawson, he had his wife and two children with him.
Due to this connectivity, within hours, the team became the focus of a media storm, and an international rescue effort was launched to reach the stranded ship. But could help arrive in time to avert a tragedy? The moving icebergs threatened to crush the ship and the weather threatened to cut the rescue process.

This 21st-century survival story is a homage to Shackleton, Mawson, and other scientific explorers who embody the human spirit of adventure.

I enjoyed living the adventure from the warmth and safety of my home. At age 65 I enjoy my adventures by reading quality books like Iced In. Thank you Chris Turney and I'm happy this had a happy and successful ending.

This is a well written account of the questionable adventure of being stranded in Antarctica and the global attempt for rescue of group of scientists. With his family with him, Chris Turney feels as if he is in the footsteps of Ernest Shackleton, early Antarctic explorer, trying to survive against the powerful elements of nature. A good read.

On a scientific voyage to Antarctica, Chris, his family, and his team, were iced in by a sudden weather change. With ice all around, the ship's hull was breached, rescue ships were also stuck, and disaster seemed inevitable. Beginning with his idea for the trip, Chris paints a vivid picture of both the science and adventure behind his story. Throughout his story, Chris also shares the story of Ernest Shackleton, a previous Antarctic explorer whose team was frozen in. Well written and engaging, this is a fascinating story. Highly recommended.

Oh MYYYYYY, what an interesting book. I have read and enjoyed a few things about Shackleton and his Artic Expedition. This is similar but oh so very different. Turney, family and crew had the hope of rescue that Shackleton and others did not have. This group had Twitter, Facebook etc...

This was a great read that was full of adventure, cold and suspense.

My thanks to Netgalley and Citadel Publishing for providing me with this advanced readers copy.

This was a very gripping novel of courage and dedication. I enjoyed the correlation of the earlier expedition and the terrifying days, weeks and months this poor group,of guys managed to live through. Their tenacity and strength is almost unbelievable..

Iced In by Chris Tunney was received direct from the publisher. Trapped in Antartica, who hasnt envisioned such a joyous event? To further makes things great, the event happens on Christmas Eve. This book tells the story of a research ship trapped in Antartica and anyone who reads it is bound to learn something about Antartica and about ships in ice. As other ships attempt to rescue this ship, they tend to get trapped in the ice as well. If you, or someone but gifts for, is interested in Antartica, research ships, or being stuck in ice, you should give this book a read or purchase it for them.

4 Stars.

I am a huge admirer of Sir Ernest Shackelton, so when I saw this book I was excited to give it a read. I was so thrilled at how much Mr, Turney referenced Sir Shackleton and the voyage of the Endurance. I love how he used what he had learned from Sir Shackleton and used that knowledge to be such an effective leader to those on his expedition. Mr. Turney not only shared about the 10 days they were trapped in the ice, he explained the process of planning for the expedition including how Google helped with their "Doodle4Google" competition. He also shared the first part of the expedition which was 10 days on Snares, Auckland, and Campbell islands. While those parts of the story were not as exciting and intense, I really enjoyed hearing the background of the voyage. I found the knowledge I gained about ice bergs, particularly B09B very intriguing. Mr. Turney is a very gracious man and has nothing but kind words to say about all those who assisted in this expedition. He has Shackelton characteristics, though no one is Sir Ernest. His writing style is enjoyable and while it was not a book I read in one sitting, I enjoyed every moment I was reading this book. I give it a 4.5 star rating rounded up to 5

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