Interesting read not necessarily my thing
921908
While this book may appeal to some it was not 100% my thing. The writing is solid and the plot is interesting but some parts were just too hard to read. I will probably read the next one just because I need to know what happens next because it ends on a rough cliffhanger.
3244892
I found this book to be intriguing. I'm not an addict and can't really relate to that part of the story, but it held my interest and was inspirational in the end.
3363394
Interesting point of view, but still a good read.
448662
Much interesting information and some speculation; that is the part I did not particularly enjoy.
4463042
The book is well written, but on a subject of less interest to me than the history books I usually read.  I did learn about Lord Berners, of whom I had never heard, and whose music I have now added to my music library.  I also learned a bit more about the unsettled times in England between the world wars, so I do not regret the time I spent reading it.  However, the subject matter - the eccentric lives of the privileged classes - is not of great interest to me.  (Thus, only four stars. If you like that sort of thing, you might give it five stars.)
4109779
Good read, well told story line, just not quite my personal cup of tea but very well could be yours, give a few pages and see
3453714
This story was very interesting and the way it was told from different point of views helped keep the readers interest, but I'm not really a fan of stories divided into parts.  But I'm hooked enough to make me want to read the next part.
4768760
This held my interest although at times it seemed to move a bit slow, especially in the beginning.  However, I am not a fan of a book that expects the reader to get the next installment.  Not liking that tactic.  But this was well written and had some interesting twists.
3934986
It's not my usual read but I liked the fact that it was different and I like the concept...even though I'm not a smoker, surprisingly it didn't bother me.
4096201
It held my interest and was different than I expected.
3963639
This book is somewhat of an eye opener as it reveals a lot of the hidden truths of contemporary journalism. This isn't a revalation for most people, but the statistical evidence that it readily offers for commonplace examples keep it interesting. Despite my interest in the topic, this book didn't really hook me like I thought it would. For me it grew a bit tiresome and drawn out. Not what I expected, but I don't regret reading it either.
456077
Didn't think this would be that good but it was a fascinating read.
4369429
This was a unique read and an interesting glimpse into the other side. It made me laugh on a few occasions and I thought it was a sweet read.

I'm giving it three stars because it just wasn't the heart pounding, stimulating read that I have enjoyed in the past. It was a little dull for me at times but I don't regret spending the time reading it.
4289905
At times i was confused by the "looking back", but most of the time this was an engaging story.  I did not, however, come to care about the characters which is what i like.  That is not really a criticism, just my preference.
3441417
Not really what I expected, but a good read anyhow.
4785893
I found myself curious at what would make someone think that their life (I mean an extended look into it) would interest other people, total strangers. I found the book mildly interesting mostly b/c I could relate to some of the things she went through- health crises, unemployment, having to move out of my home- things that happened to me when my life de-railed a few years ago. Reading her story made me realize that people sometimes just want to be heard and want to be and be made to feel interesting as well as important. It's a little bit histrionic to publish and capitalize on your life and trials but then again, I guess everyone else is doing it. Maybe she is onto something here...
825631
I enjoyed the opening of the book. There is no doubt that the story is well written. I just found that the main characters were carrrying around a bit too much baggage for me ... I prefer to concentrate on the mystery rather than the internal sufferings of the protagnists. Perhaps I just wasn't in the mood for this book. Will pick it up again in a few months and see whether it strikes a more positive note.