Independent Pasts has a very large range of apeal. It is a must read for all motorcycle enthusiests, as well as an insightful look at the process necessary to patch up relationships that have wandered off track. The mother of the author insists that it tells an important story of the importance of good, strong adult male relationships (in a healthy way). Guaranteed to make you laugh out loud and shed a soft tear, this adventure filled memoir is an easy read that you will not want to put down.