Title: Disappointing & count the verdants Review: I was hoping for a more well thought out story than what was delivered. What we get is a retelling of those old 1950's put-all-your-trust-in-the-military warhorses. The author certainly knows his military hardware and his geography, but the destination is not worth the trip.Also, it might be fun to count how many times he uses the word "verdant" to describe, well, verdancy. Every time a tree pops up, so does the word. At least I had something to distract me from the disappointing story. Is the review positive or negative?
Negative

Title: A disappointment; not worth the money Review: This book is not nearly as detailed as many other books on this subject, and it is really overpriced for what you get. Other books in this price range (especially those of Eaton & Haas) are so much better than this one, partly because many facts in this book are not up to date (for instance, the information about the Californian). There is just much better material on this subject available than this book; don't waste your time or money. Is the review positive or negative?
Negative

Title: Sorry, Locals. I'm A Woman Too Review: For all you "Mass locals" and "anonymous readers" in the northeast, I'm a woman too. Fortunately, I'm from California.Mr. Halpin's work isn't kind. It isn't helpful. It's selfishness in the way only a mother can love a baby. Regrettably, this doesn't help the victim of cancer. Sure it helps to remember other people hurt during these trying times, but that doesn't mean you have a story to tell.If you want to read a helpful book, try WHEN LIFE BECOMES PRECIOUS. This is a book that can offer hope when the lights are growing dim. At least it has a purpose.I wish Mr. Halpin and his family well. Is the review positive or negative?
