Having to face her own truth and surmount some crushing obstacles in the absence of her beloved brother, Carine drew strength from his constant presence while forging ahead on her own unique journey.Ī powerful and deeply personal story, The Wild Truth is both a revelatory glimpse into the life of Chris McCandless and the inspirational tale of one woman's resilience in the wake of unspeakable tragedy. So when Chris abandoned nearly all of his possessions, cut off all family ties, and forged an anonymous existence on the road, Carine understood what drew Chris away from all he had known. Not only that, but Walt McCandless maintained. Through a tumultuous childhood, the McCandless siblings clung to each other amidst a chaotic home life, forming a lifelong bond and an unbreakable trust. The missing pieces are finally revealed in The Wild Truth, written by Carine McCandless, Chriss beloved and trusted sister. 'The Wild Truth,' reports Chris and Carine were born to Billie while Walt was still married and having children with his first wife, Marcia. For over 20 years his story has captivated millions, and yet only one person knew the truth behind his remarkable journey - until now. The spellbinding story of Chris McCandless, who gave away his savings, hitchhiked to Alaska, walked into the wilderness alone, and starved to death in 1992. In April 1992, a young man named Chris McCandless walked into the Alaskan wilderness, where he survived for more than 100 days before perishing in an abandoned bus.

The Wild Truth by Carine McCandless