As an adult reader, The Secrets to Become Confident and Courageous offered essentially no groundbreaking insights. The advice is familiar—things like believing in yourself, avoiding negative influences, and setting goals. While this is fine for a beginner’s introduction to confidence, it doesn’t provide much depth or fresh perspective for anyone who has already encountered these concepts.

Given that this book is geared toward teens, I had hoped for a writing style that would actually engage them. Instead, the tone feels generic and uninspired, lacking the relatability that could make a real impact on a younger audience. It reads more like a list of generic self-help tips rather than something dynamic or conversational that teens would actually connect with.

While the intent is admirable, I can’t help but think most teens will find it dull and uninspiring.

If you're an adult looking for guidance to help mentor a teen, you won’t find anything new here. And if you’re a teen looking for motivation, you might be better off seeking advice from more engaging books, podcasts, or even social media content that speaks your language.