Q: Title: encouraging. funny too. Product review: I met Samuel Chand after he spoke at a conference in Los Angeles, and bought his book right off the table. My wife and I had been struggling to plant a church in South Central Los Angeles, and at the time were stinging from several painful setbacks... could we have done anything to avert those disasters? 20-20 hindsight always accuses "Yes!". Chand's book helped us deal with our failure, pick up the pieces (those available to pick up at least) and continue on. Best thing about this book: it is not mere cheerleading or positive-thinking, but honest, bold approach to understanding and redeeming failure so that "all things [really do] work for the good of those who are called according to His purpose". Don't read it when things are going well. Read it when you are angry, despairing, or ready to give up. Would you say this review depicts the product in a flattering or unflattering light?
A: flattering


Q: Title: My All-Time Absolute Favorite Book Ever Product review: Elizabeth Dunkel presented me with Katia--a friend who has gone through everything I have, who feels the way I do, who thinks the way I do. Dunkel captures the hilarity and the tragedy of life so well in this novel. I hope she writes a million more books. She is inspiring to me as a writer and as a woman. Would you say this review depicts the product in a flattering or unflattering light?
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Q: Title: Straub's Best is One of Suspense Fiction's Best Product review: Don't be put off by the description of The Throat as part of a trilogy; it does have ties with Koko and Mystery, but you don't need to read those to understand and thoroughly enjoy this book.The Throat presents a terrific mystery/suspense novelist at the absolute apex of his form; it's every bit as good as Harris' Silence of the Lambs -- in fact, it's better. Read The Throat, or stop calling yourself a suspense fan... Would you say this review depicts the product in a flattering or unflattering light?
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Q: Title: Who hasn't had a crush on their best friend? Product review: Like most people, in my past I've had a crush on a close friend and had to watch them fall all over someone else. It's painful and that pain is well reflected in Sam.Having been in love with Crystal for years (since he was 15 and she blew him off when he confessed his love), he's willing to do anything to make her happy, even if it makes him miserable.I really liked the character of Sam. I found him real, kind and loving. Crystal, on the other hand, was selfish and narcissistic. She was not a loveable character, especially when held up next to Sam who was so giving. However, as she started realizing that there is more to a book than its cover, she became more likable.I enjoyed this book very much and I'd recommend it to others and would consider it for a re-read. Would you say this review depicts the product in a flattering or unflattering light?
