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Many Good Principles

Revisado: 08-01-24

It's interesting how a writer, with obvious skill and intelligence is able to high light many of the excellent deeds and intentions of the last 200 plus years while giving a pass to those who destroy monuments; as if there isn't value in monuments you may have disagreement. Many gave of themselves to provide for future generations, a historical prospective and even political view point. If I'm agnostic, is it courageous or insightful of me to deface or otherwise wreck a Catholic or Roman statue? Should I start burning other people's money because it states "In God We Trust?" So it seems the author would have a White Supremacist tried for terrorism but the "woke liberal" who defaces a statue of George Washington might be prosecuted for vandalism. Or to be more on point; how about removing the Robert E. Lee statue or demanding the removal of the Confederate flag? Is there value in the these monuments too. Is there something to be gained by also contemplating the perspectives of other people groups, generations, eras and so on? Does tolerance only go one way? This author would have us believe it's acceptable to venerate those we agree with while condemning those we don't. Frankly, there are more neutral and interesting adventures into American and world history. I can't full heartedly endorse this book. It simply misses the mark like so many attempts at "righting history" do.

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A story of courage, tenacity and brutal reality.

Revisado: 06-16-23

Having little knowledge and appreciation of life in North Korea, this story provided me a good look into the culture and some experiences as well the emotional conflict of those living in a Communist dictatorship. This true story is told a bit dryly but is certainly worth a listen. As a Westerner, it's easy to take for granted the many benefits and conveniences we have but are rarely enjoyed by those living in a communist state. Additionally, the story give insight into the many complications in leaving ones place of birth in pursuit of opportunity and freedom.

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Moving Brilliant Beautiful

Revisado: 06-16-23

I enjoy learning history and am particularly intrigued by the WW2 era. This story does a fantastic job of bringing the listener's imagination into focus as to the daily lives of a particular group of Jewish people. But what surprised me was how well this story is told. I was glad when it ended but didn't want it to end. This is a master piece. This story sets the bar very high. It is so good. This is not one to skip over. Put it in your library. You'll be glad you did.

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A really good, simple, straight forward story

Revisado: 06-05-23

If you like modern, uncomplicated war and life stories like me , you'll probably enjoy this as much as I did. Surprisingly, I live in the area he grew up in which only added to my interest. Thank you Tim for your service and continued hard work. I hope I can meet you some day. God bless. p.s. potatoes from In and Out.... that's across the freeway. Impressive. Russ

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Good story

Revisado: 12-30-22

This was a well thought out story with lots of twists and intrigue. Kept me wanting more.

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Just a entertaining story.

Revisado: 12-25-22

I hadn't realized this story is based on the exploits of the crime drama, Harry Bosch. The story is told in that same style as the made for television series. I thoroughly enjoyed both.

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Football History

Revisado: 11-01-22

It's an amazing account of a man's life. What the story doesn't get into in much detail is the cost of that single minded purposefulness. There is price for greatness. This is certainly a well done book that enjoyed thoroughly.

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It's tuff to a sequel.

Revisado: 09-16-22

While Player One capitalizes on the tried and true themes of underdog, the good guy gets the girl and poverty and despair to faim and fortune and goodwill, Player Two tried to morf one of the heroes into a person with questionable motives and even managed to get woke too. I think the charm in Player One is that it didn't try to be too smart by half and relied on traditional values and norms. Think "Sandlot" the movie. Do we really need to be woken by some new societal fad? Does everything have to be about all the self marginalized people wanting to justify there aberrant behavior? Stick with Player One Skip Player Two. Just sayin.

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Well told story of real life drama.

Revisado: 09-10-22

Just excellent from beginning to end. I learned a lot about the movie industry, and it's craziness and pressure, the life of one of it's own young starlets and how she struggled with the pressure and of course the back story of your classic distinctional California family. Well worth the listen.

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From a woman's perspective?

Revisado: 09-10-22

To be honest, I had some difficulty getting into the story initially. But I eventually settled into the story's rhythm. I found myself pulling for the underdog and feeling the rise and fall of my emotions as any truly good story should. Of course I didn't agree with every precept or conclusion but allowed for a degree of tolerance and humility. I especially love the main character for her character. I guess I should have titled this review after her; uncompromising.

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