‘Hall is a poetic and vivid writer, alert to the world around him, and to others... invigorated by his powers of observation and reflection. In Green is a captivating account of discovery.’ The Herald

‘This is a timeless piece of travel writing...’ The Scottish Field

‘... a fascinating cat's cradle... Hall's account of this out of time yet also curiously timeless adventure, with its soaring highs and crushing lows, is never less than compelling.’ The Scotsman 

‘... a terrific adventure story well told by an articulate, enterprising writer... vivid imagery and genuine conquering of new frontiers.’  Country Life

‘It’s a compelling, uplifting and astonishing read.’ The Sunday Post

‘Romantic in so many senses of the word – a love story, a wilderness quest, a kaleidoscope of European culture and language’ Cal Flyn, author of Islands of Abandonment

'Surprising, gripping and unforgettable. What a fabulous debut!' Mel Giedroyc

‘An utterly enchanting debut – a new favourite book. I was riding side by side with the author, every step of the way’ Antonia Fraser

‘An awe-inspiring tale of adventure, grit, and the deep bond between man, horse and nature – a story that will stir the soul of every reader who dreams of pushing beyond the horizon’ Alastair Humphreys, author of Microadventures

‘This is a striking debut that will transcend its time: an emotionally taut, beautifully written book for eternally restless romantics’ Sophy Roberts, author of Lost Pianos of Siberia

‘For all the wanderers and soul-searchers, this will be both balm and permission – no, it’s not easy and yes, you can go too... A vital book’ Mary-Ann Ochota, author of Secret Britain and Hidden Histories

‘An incredible journey, complete with all of the elements of real adventure; joy, despair, challenge and surprise. A book that will inspire many an odyssey!' Leon McCarron, author of Wounded Tigris

‘A lyrical account of slow travel through the old routes of Europe, and a paean to the even older relationship between humans and horses’ James Roberts, author of Two Lights