T-Perry

Tries and Fails

Revisado: 08-16-17

There is a recent trend in self-help literature that I have noticed over the past few years. That is self help posing as anti-self help. Books like these predictably start off criticizing traditional self help. The authors intent is to get you in a pessimistic state of mind towards established concepts.

They play on our pessimistic sides stroking our egos making us feel as though we share some secret truth the rest of the idiots just don't get. Once the author has primed us, we are more likely to be receptive to his ideas. I have seen this before.

I think this new wave of anti-self help is mostly clever marketing geared towards millennials. There is nothing here that hasn't been repeated by those who came before. The only difference is it's presented as punchy. And that's the thing. The real art is not in the words of this book but in how you're led to think there is something amazing here.

That being said, I am not dismissing the ideas outright. Some people may actually relate to the ideas in a profound way. For them that's fantastic. I am just not sure I am one of them.

Another thing that I agree with others here have pointed out. The author is in his early thirties, and not much younger than me. It's a little hard for me to take seriously his ideas. I am not sure he has perspective to give his work depth and credibility of someone who has suffered for his art. Where is the years of discipline, the constant up's and down's, failures and disappointments leading up to a breakthrough? And it's not so much that I want people to suffer but for someone who writes with such authority, I want a little more substance.

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A plethora of history!

Revisado: 05-30-17

This is a dense book. The author covers thousands of years of history and culture yet somehow he makes it coherent to his listener. I definitely recommend looking online at some of his references. It helps clarify his talking points. I also suggest listening more than one time. There is so much to take in.

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Just when I think it can't get any better...

Revisado: 05-25-17

The first two were excellent but this takes it to a whole new level. Not only was the story well written, but l couldn't stop laughing at a few parts. Also most of the loose ends were tied up with some exceptions. I imagine we'll find out in book four.

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I loved this book

Revisado: 01-09-17

What everyone else said. This fantastic book had me hooked from start to finish. I can't wait for the next one in the series.

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My World Illuminated!

Revisado: 07-24-16

Have you ever found yourself in a situation where things that have been getting underneath your radar most of your life suddenly light up? That's how much this book has affected me. I can't say how it happened but, after having listening, it didn't take long before I noticed the way people communicate and persuade others in the world. I also began to notice people using these principles on me. I even noticed myself using it on others!

Imagine someone's speaking to you. You sense there is something they want, and as they talk to you, you figure out how they are trying to persuade you. Are they doing it consciously or unconsciously? Maybe a bit of both.

Like Neo in the Matrix, everything slows down. Instead of being influenced unconsciously like you may have in the past, you start to see ways to dodge their bullets. In fact you can even silently pick out the bullets they're using. Communication now becomes la lot more interesting.

But why stop there? Not only have I gotten better at avoiding influences, I have also improved at influencing others. Not that I have any intentions to become an evil genius, but after reading this book, I am definitely a little more nimble.

Fortunately there aren't any exercises you have to commit to. You don't have to reread this book to understand this information because you probably already know this from living in the real world. Just having it pointed out the way Rober Cialdini does makes it a lot more clear. However I would definitely reread this book as I have probably overlooked some of it's value.

One last thing. It can be a little academic and dry, but don't let that turn you away. It's a refreshing alternative to most self help fluff.

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This ones a keeper

Revisado: 06-17-16

If you could sum up Every Heart a Doorway in three words, what would they be?

Misfits Boarding School

Who was your favorite character and why?

Jack was my favorite because she was clever, beautiful and interesting. Kade was a close second. He seemed like the kind of friend you would want to have in a place like that.

What about Cynthia Hopkins’s performance did you like?

She made the characters seem so real. It made me feel like I was in the story.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

The back-story about how Nanci's hair and the ending were my favorites without spoiling it, but there were several

Any additional comments?

I definitely recommend this book. It will make you feel sad and longing but in a good way.

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Excellent storytelling

Revisado: 05-30-16

Two great stories in one, and it's stays true to Star Trek. I'm glad I listened.

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Me me me me me

Revisado: 12-14-15

What would have made Spirited better?

I am sorry. I can't stand listening to someone chat on and on about themselves for too long. Get to the point already.

What could Rebecca Rosen and Samantha Rose have done to make this a more enjoyable book for you?

Cut out more of the sentimental feel good fluff, enough with the convince me it's real gab, and enough talking about herself. I thought I was buying a book for me, not for an autobiography. I don't know why authors of this kind of material have to spend a quarter of the book building up the premise saying, "I know what you're thinking" I didn't believe it either. Seriously. Now days it's not weird or strange as it once was to talk about this stuff. So stop wasting my time trying to convince me.

What didn’t you like about Rebecca Rosen’s performance?

The ingratiating, goody goody tone.

What character would you cut from Spirited?

The whole book

Any additional comments?

No.

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Best vampire book ever!

Revisado: 11-23-15

This story was recommended to me by one of the audible staff. And what a fabulous recommendation it was! This is the best vampire story I've ever heard. I absolutely loved the characters in this book especially Cat. She kicks ass and flaunts authority at the same time she's insecure and makes lots of mistakes. Bones is a sexy witty bad boy, with also sense of tenderness.. He's the hottest vampire you would ever want to meet or be bitten by. Unlike other stories, there is not a lot that whiney stuff. Cat is no pushover and definitely not in need of rescuing. If anything she has to be heldback. Read this book and get Twilight out of your system for good.

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I wish to unread this book so I can enjoy it agan

Revisado: 09-17-15

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

Definitely

What did you like best about this story?

This story had me believe I was on Mars watching it all happen.

Have you listened to any of R. C. Bray’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

No. This was probably one of the best performances.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Yes.

Any additional comments?

Read this book if you want to imagine what it's like surviving on a lonely planet.

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