Time Bandit by Andy Hillstrand, Johnathan Hillstrand (2008, Hardcover)

I was looking forward to reading this book. I watch the show and wanted to learn more about the people. I recieved the book and was very upset about how poorly it was written. I could not even finish the book because it could not keep my attention.

You wouldn't be buying it unless you were a fan, and this book won't dissappoint! There is background information, photos and a good story!

If you are a fan of the Discovery channel show, you won't find too many startling insights to what happens, but this is a fascinating read about how a family creates and lives within a business that carries a risk of mortality with it.

The Hillstrands are a great family of fishermen. Their story was very interesting to read and tells a lot more than you can learn from watching Deadliest Catch--also a great show.

I bought the book being a huge fan of the show and that particular boat. It was a great read, couldn't put it down..and the subjects covered produce much food for thought long after the book is finished. The book is fast paced, riveting, and I've re-read a few times so as not to miss certain aspects..ie allow them to sink in more fully.

THE BOOK WAS A QUICK READ . IT WAS A TRUE LIFE DESCRIPTION OF THE HILLSTRAND BROTHERS LIFE GROWING UP WITH A TOUGH LOVE DAD AND ALL THAT COMES WITH GROWING UP IN ALASKA .

As a fan of Discovery Channel's "Deadliest Catch" I recieved my copy as a gift. Once I started to read it, I could not put it down. The love the Hillstrand family has for each other is clearly evident - even through the horseplay and hard times. Being a bit of a hellion in my younger days made me appreciate the close knit ties the brothers have, and what it takes to bring us city folks a plate of crablegs for dinner.

This is excellent reading for anyone who has ever been on a boat larger than a canoe - or wishes to fish one day.