Easy, entertaining and thoughtful.
349433
I truly enjoyed this book and look forward to more ofthe author's work. It is an easy read which uses the known information and the author's imagination to create a really good story.
  There were a few out of time mistakes, but they were far from glarring and distracted little from the tale. I read a huge amount of historical fiction by all the greats;
Massey - FABULOUS! but not easy for most readers.
 Chadwick (my fav:) and a must read.
Shors(not as well known as he should be!) and Cornwell- I enjoy his work but do not share most people's views that he is the king of historical fiction!
264335
It is a nice, entertaining story and an easy read. The personalities are pleasant and there is very little stress or drama.
4096517
Very easy to read, also pretty entertaining. Could be a good script for a movie.
334202
I normally do not review books, but this one piqued my interest and I accepted a review copy from the publisher. After a quick read I found it to be humorous for the most part, and consistently positive. What it is isn't: a balanced look at facebook and other social media, a how-to guide on breaking the addiction, or a collection of substantive axioms.

What it is: fun. More importantly, giving this book as a gift serves as a gentle hint to someone about whom you care that - perhaps - they have developed an unhealthy obsession. It's a gentle way of holding up a mirror and saying, 'take a look'.

My own personal experience with facebook was an early and strong addiction. I had lost a loved one and also had recently retired, so my whole life was tied up on that site. At some point I let it all go, but initially I was every bit as addicted as many of the examples in the book. This book would not have helped me had I purchased it myself. However, had a well meaning friend given me a copy I would have understood the context of the gesture.

I mentioned that this is not balanced nor substantive. That's because the author chose to keep things light and positive, and sidestep some of the uglier incidents that have taken place on the site. That kind of behavior is usually handled with more seriously. Here it's fun in a well laid out book that is more like Powerpoint slides. Easy to read, and some of the situations hit the spot and others you may not be able to relate to - but all ring true to someone. I had to smile at more than a few because I saw myself. Others went right over my sixty-five year old head.

More of the book depicts caricatures of the symptoms of the addiction. The final few pages were glib prescriptions for breaking the addition. Not real solutions, but hints - some quite absurd - about what you could do to break the hold and actually get a life.

As I said, this book is more of a gag gift to give to friends, associates and loved ones as a way to let them know that you recognize an obsession. It's attractive, a fast read and some of the material does hit the mark and cause one to reflect. I am sure with some people it will take both a gift of this book and a swift kick in the pants, and some are too far gone to see the value in the message.
1577219
Although I found the story somewhat predictable, it was so entertaining in its characters and storyline that I couldn't find fault with it. How are we to live our faith? It's so easy to think that the annoying older woman is a nag and nothing else, but perhaps there's a heart of gold hidden underneath. Or to think that the young couple who are homeless and penniless are loafers and deadbeats, but perhaps they are not. Things aren't always what they seem, as this story so clearly remind us. I truly enjoyed reading it and being reminded to look beyond what's immediately obvious to what God sees instead.
4833119
Fantastic book. Simple style that's both entertaining and relevant. I bought a few copies for friends.
2654540
Great updated take on getting your life together through ditching junk you don't need. Some of the wording is quirky, but it is easy to follow. Entertaining asides that don't distract, clear premise and clear explanation. Easy read, and simple to act on ideas she describes.
2999507
Great stories, although a little short, good approach. Entertaining and easy to read, I recommend it to pass a nice afternoon with a cup of coffee.
2684488
This book was a gift and it was just the right blend of entertainment and education. Nicely written in simple language, but not boring.
2480464
I enjoyed this book, it was a quick, entertaining read.  Nothing earth-shattering, not provocative of deep thought, but a welcome distraction from a complicated life!
3348206
I found this book a fulfilling read. It is entertaining, with twists here & there. More importantly I found it thoughtful and thought provoking. In other words, it is far more than entertaining,  making it a worthwhile endeavor. Liane is obviously an astute observer of people and human behavior. Often, I had an ah-ha moment, sometimes reinforcing my own opinions and  often causing me to scratch my head and to bank that thought for more consideration. The story line is interesting. I found the character development even more intriguing and believable. So happy to "discover" Liane Moriarty and have already purchased another book authored by her.
1084144
I found this novel to be hugely entertaining and very easy to read. Many times, people are put off by the idea of philosophy because they think that anything having to deal with it must necessarily complicated and almost  incomprehensible for the average human being. This novel helps break down  some of these barriers in a very nice way. I do think that this bool should  be taken as it is: only an INTRODUCTION to philosophy. It largely skips  many things and just gives a very slight overview of many philosophical  currents. This is an entertaining work that will surely pique the curiosity  of many young readers...it's greatest strength.
4540389
This book was a surprisingly easy and entertaining read. I was recommended this book by a friend who likewise enjoyed reading it, and it has not failed to please. I recommend it to all.
4472705
Quick easy read. The Culinary Mysteries are entertaining and don't require you to analyze every sentence/word--They provide me a break from all the heavy thinking of work/life.
2864162
Good entertainment, easy reading, funny and enough story to make it interesting. Chet has some insightful observations.
3572801
Entertaining book.  It stays lighthearted and avoids digging too deep into religious or philosophical dogma.  I bought four to give to my stressed out friends as a way for them to release some of their anxiety and tension.  Nothing ground-breaking or earth shattering.  Seems to be tongue in cheek reminders to take life a little less serious than we do.
450174
Entertaining. Enjoyable.  Lauds family and being true to yourself.