mindtravelagent's reviews
420 reviews

I love Malala's story, but in this book it resonates most when you hear it's really her, in all her authenticity. Otherwise it's like reading a piece in Vanity Fair (not necessarily a bad thing, it's just more polished and journalistic, which I assume is the Christine Lamb influence).

I so admire this strong young woman, as well as her father (and mother and brothers) for believing in the power of raising and educating strong, confident women. True role models and heroes for standing up to bullying in its most extreme form.

I would suggest, however, that we all take time to delve deeper into the complexity of Pakistan, it's people, history, and politics to gain a more robust understanding, something I am personally doing.

Have wanted to read this for some time due to my late mom's recommendation. Fascinating story, and shines light on the many women of the West! Bonus is the info about our grandfather, R. Hunter Clarkson, and the Indian Detours, a topic of which I aim to research and pen a book about in future.

Nice, easy-to-read, surprisingly thorough overview of English history. Given that history is barely taught in our schools anymore this offers a big picture introduction.

Couldn't put this book down because of the author's "whodunit" writing style. I thought it was a pretty balanced presentation. I lend some credence to spiritual healing but also believe in utilizing Western and Eastern medicine. A cautionary tale of having faith so blind it blinds you to everything else, including the health and well-being of loved ones.