What I liked: - thoughts on sleep training, esp. 'the pause' - how French parents introduce foods, lots of flavor, texture, variety - they describe the What I liked: - thoughts on sleep training, esp. 'the pause' - how French parents introduce foods, lots of flavor, texture, variety - they describe the food and talk to babies about the color, flavor - idea of children having autonomy; they are their own people, with their own separate lives
What I disliked: - somewhat uncomfortable with the ideas on playground bullies, fights, and snitching - forcing kids onto a schedule . . ....more
Totally predictable and a little longwinded at times (especially considering that it is advertised as a 'breezy, summer read)' yet, still enjoyable foTotally predictable and a little longwinded at times (especially considering that it is advertised as a 'breezy, summer read)' yet, still enjoyable for the true-to-life characters and charming concept. ...more
I can see why this reminded people of Gone Girl. Written from multiple perspectives with an unreliable narrator and the premise revolves around a possI can see why this reminded people of Gone Girl. Written from multiple perspectives with an unreliable narrator and the premise revolves around a possible domestic murder. I mostly listened to it on audio book and enjoyed Megan's narration the most. The story and characters were difficult to swallow. By the end, I hated all of the characters. This will probably be made into a movie and the movie will most likely be better than the book. ...more
In a modern Pygmalion, a once vibrant, successful - now wheelchair-bound - man tries to convince his newly appointed caregiver Louisa Clark to live upIn a modern Pygmalion, a once vibrant, successful - now wheelchair-bound - man tries to convince his newly appointed caregiver Louisa Clark to live up to her potential. Simultaneously, she must convince him that his life is one worth living, and must do so penultimate to another fast-approaching deadline. Both resolute in their goals, they are tested in the lengths they will go to secure each others' happiness and freedom. ...more
listened to it on audio book. fast paced and kept my attention during my long commutes to work. The narrator is a young guy, perfect to read Jonah's wlistened to it on audio book. fast paced and kept my attention during my long commutes to work. The narrator is a young guy, perfect to read Jonah's words. I've read some reviews about Contagious in which people complain about the "lack of data" presented, but you can download all of his studies which support his claims via his website for free, so I really did not mind the casual, conversation-like tone. In fact, it made all of the content much more easy to soak up. Lots of great, current examples provided that helps to really underline his points. He really gives you a well-rounded picture of the ideal marketing campaign, and I guarantee you will come away with new ideas to try with your own business....more
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