Jonathan in Arizona

Very disappointing.

Revisado: 01-12-25

Don't know what happened, but this has been the first Sanderson book (out of many that I've read) that I've been disappointed with. I'm the kind of Sanderson fan who pre-orders every new book. This book, instead of having the typical arc of both sides getting more powerful, building to an even better conclusion, has odd deus ex machinas. It was very painful to finish. It's almost as if Sanderson has forgotten how to write intricate story arcs. It's like the last season of Game of Thrones. I could care less about the silly stupid romance in there. I have no personal objections to it. It just didn't add to the story.

The presentation of the spiritual realm was the most disappointing part of it. Sanderson breaks his own rules. Doesn't describe the rules. Hand waves the rules away. I have no idea if I'm going to be able to listen to or read any more books in this series. Sigh.

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Great detailed history of Midway.

Revisado: 06-22-24

Thanks to the detailed exposition of this book, I am now a semi-expert on the Battle of Midway from both the Japanese and American perspectives. Having access to personal interviews made this book better and it told the story that was more personal than the dry facts.

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Not enough sword

Revisado: 06-22-24

For a trilogy of books that its title promises to be about sword play, it ends up being 1% action, 99% boring. Promised action was not delivered. Imo, the action sequences were not worth the rest of the time I spent listening to the boring portions. I rolled my eyes at the very convenient deus ex machina events to keep the plot moving. But the author has promise and merits a second look perhaps for his books in the future.

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Great way to get a feel for the old Wild West

Revisado: 05-23-24

I like how the story feels so authentic. I like how it was written in a journal entry style.

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The positives about child birth we need

Revisado: 02-20-24

I loved all of it. So hard to put down. I dare say my favorite read of all time. Well written and well read! I wish every parent could read this for a refreshing perspective and encouragement about birth and life.

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I loved his honest perspective

Revisado: 01-18-24

It was very interesting to see terminal illness and death from the medical perspective. The way he told his story was deeply moving, inspiring and sobering. All in a good way. Thank you for letting us have a window into your life and the process of dying. I hope I appreciate my days more because of Paul’s honest sharing.

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A little long for me but still worth reading.

Revisado: 06-14-23

Liked the 3 main characters/ story lines. Liked the narration. Liked the present day descriptions. Liked the humor used in all the stories… it helped make the history less dry.

My daughter is traveling there… and since I didn’t join her, I wanted to get a feel for her adventure by listening to this. I wish she was able to listen to the whole book before she left. It should be required reading for anyone going to Machu Picchu.

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Best book for parents who adopt

Revisado: 02-01-23

Short and powerful. Not sure why this is the book that I could listen to daily… but after all of the “studying” and classes I have taken this book is what brings it all together. So grateful that another adoptive parent recommended this! I am going to give it to my niece who is going to get her masters in social work.

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Excellent in every way

Revisado: 04-08-22

I recommneded it to so many before I even finished it. This is a summary of life. An example of how to live. I will be listening to it again soon!

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Powerful truths

Revisado: 08-28-21

I can’t wait to listen to this book again. Thank you for the years of experience that went into all the truths you shared.

Now I want to read a book about HOW Oprah healed. A step by step. Please write one.

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