I read the publicity first, and read an interview, and saw that he admitted he took bus and train when it suited him. I support him 100% in this - it's none of my business and I would genuinely never criticise anyone else's choice, BUT it made me sure I didn't want to read it. Hopping ahead is not my style. I have walked from Canterbury to Thessaloniki in the past year.
Then finally a sample appeared on Amazon which I read. And I was beguiled. I bought the print version the day it came out!
And then next day I headed for Spain for the Camino de Invierno. I’m sitting in Rodeiro as I write this in a lIvely bar. And I'm looking forward to reading the book next week.
I did touch my copy before I left!