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Interesting read

Revisado: 06-23-23

Interesting perspective for sure. If you’ve heard the author speak before in great courses etc then it’s odd to hear someone else reading his words. Particularly so that he’s so dramatic. I didn’t enjoy that but realize he’s likely a good voice otherwise

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Interesting story with many players mentioned

Revisado: 05-14-22

Only problem with audiobook is that the reader cannot pronounce the names of most former NBA players. From mispronouncing Rick Mahorn (an easy one) to Dikembe Mutombo (tweener) to Hedo Turkalo (difficult one), he butchers name after name. I suppose it’s a small issue given the book is insightful, but it was annoying. Did provide tremendous insight on many Lakers players, coaches and GMs from a multi layered perspective hitting on weaknesses and strengths and how they all intermingled with each other. Good read

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Don’t bother

Revisado: 04-05-22

This book is about a woman who was a crime reporter, amongst other amazing accomplishments. So why didn’t I enjoy it? Because the second half of the book wanes on and on about things using almost zero evidence save one comment here or there by random folks. It’s pathetic journalism that is most innuendo and conjecture, a far cry from what the subject would approve.

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Better than expected

Revisado: 01-15-22

Toobin is well known for being left of center so I expected this book to be a rebuke of the Roberts court in it’s entirety. And I’m theme it does lean left in how it addresses certain topics. However he also gave proper credit to the various justices on the right and even highlighted their intelligence at various points throughout his case descriptions. Of course he rarely supported their viewpoints but that’s to be expected. The cases are more recent so in one sense if you’re a true buff you may not get as much new information as you’d like but I still thought it covered the key cases of this court well and gave reasonable insight into the decisions. There’s little behind the scenes interactions between the court members in this book, so if you’re looking for that, this isn’t the book for you.

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Fascinating

Revisado: 07-06-21

It has to be fascinating to finish because of its length but it is truly in depth and written by someone who was there and did the research before, during and immediately after WW2. Glad I spent the time to learn more in depth what really happened.

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Helpful insight with additional materials

Revisado: 04-08-21

Interesting stories are woven into this insightful approach to negotiating across many aspects of life. Highlights all the times you are negotiating even when you may not realize it and how to maximize your return in ways that are productive, even if counterintuitive. Will look for more from this author on this topic.

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If you enjoy presidential history, great read!

Revisado: 04-03-21

A lot of unique insights from the candid perspective of a secret service agent. Fascinating tidbits from behind the scenes and interesting stories fill this read. Great book if this type of history is in your wheelhouse

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Good information

Revisado: 02-16-20

I knew very little about mythology and decided to get this book. It’s not one cohesive story as you may imagine but many stories broken into sections and parts. Focus is on Greek and Roman with a touch of Norse. I learned quite a bit and so this book served its purpose well.

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Interesting but biased

Revisado: 05-12-19

While I enjoy the SCOTUS and it’s history a great deal, and certainly learned a good amount from this book, the author’s liberal bias is crystal clear as he tells the story of the court. If you’re looking for a book that will give an evenhanded assessment of the court and it’s justices, this is not the book for you.

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Fascinating book!

Revisado: 05-02-19

This was a fascinating book for anyone who wants to learn more about presidential history. I read plenty about presidential history and still learned so much in this book. It’s definitely one to get ASAP. The only thing I’d say is it sometimes strays a tad off message but still focuses on presidential history, decisions, and how small things changed our country forever. Get it today!

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