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The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill
The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill
The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill
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The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill

Written by Julie Klassen

Narrated by Elizabeth Jasicki

Rating: 4 out of 5 stars

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The lifeblood of the Wiltshire village of Ivy Hill is its coaching inn, The Bell. But when the innkeeper dies suddenly, his genteel wife, Jane Bell, becomes the reluctant owner. Jane has no notion of how to run a business. However, with the town's livelihood at stake and a large loan due, she must find a way to bring new life to the inn. Despite their strained relationship, Jane turns to her resentful mother-in-law, Thora, for help. Formerly mistress of The Bell, Thora is struggling to find her place in the world. As she and Jane work together, they form a measure of trust, and Thora's wounded heart begins to heal. When she encounters two men from her past, she sees them--and her future--in a different light. With pressure mounting from the bank, Jane employs innovative methods to turn the inn around, and puzzles over the intentions of several men who seem to have a vested interest in the place. Will her efforts be enough to save The Bell? And will Thora embrace the possibility of a second chance at love?
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Release dateDec 6, 2016
ISBN9781501932120
The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill
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Julie Klassen

Julie Klassen (www.julieklassen.com) loves all things Jane--Jane Eyre and Jane Austen. Her books have sold more than 1.5 million copies, and she is a three-time recipient of the Christy Award for Historical Romance. The Secret of Pembrooke Park was honored with the Minnesota Book Award for Genre Fiction. Julie has also won the Midwest Book Award and Christian Retailing's Best Award and has been a finalist in the RITA and Carol Awards. A graduate of the University of Illinois, Julie worked in publishing for sixteen years and now writes full-time. She and her husband have two sons and live in St. Paul, Minnesota. For more information, visit julieklassen.com.

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  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Beautiful and heart warming story, wonderfully read. I highly recommend it and wished I could discover it yet again.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I stumbled on to this series through the Christmas Novella and knew I wanted to read it from the beginning. A strong woman in the wonderful backdrop of historical England. I'm thoroughly enjoying it.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    Jane Bell inherited her husband's inn upon her death. A year later, she discovers the inn owes a large amount to a local bank and must come up with a plan to repay it and make the inn profitable so the bank does not foreclose upon it. Jane is uncertain whom she may trust and must rely upon her own instincts to avoid disastrous results. The author presented a cast of village characters that are memorable and unique and certain to provide readers with some additional interesting stories in the future. I will look forward to future installments in this historical fiction series and hope the author's writing improves, making the series more appealing and captivating.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Jane Bell has been struggling to find meaning in her life after the sudden death of her husband a year ago. She's also grappling with what to do with the coaching inn that's been in her husband's family for generations and that he left to her entirely in his will. When the bank informs her that her husband took out a tremendous loan and that she has three months to prove the inn's profitability or the bank will foreclose, Jane must decide if running the inn is what she truly wants or if she can bear leaving the village of Ivy Hill. With the arrival of her mother-in-law, Thora Bell, she'll have antagonistic support along with help from surprising places in the community.A quiet, charming tale that has several narrative strands weaving in and around Jane's central struggle with the inn and every character is wonderful. The village is full of women who are working hard to make their way in the world and it's lovely to watch each of them grow, while the book acknowledges the massive hurdles facing women in business in the 1830s. I also have to cheer for any book that has a romantic plotline for a woman in her 50s. I thoroughly enjoyed this novel and I'll be picking up the other books in the series to see what becomes of all the Ivy Hill residents.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Another fantastic novel from Julie Klassen! Wonderful, flawed, believable characters living, loving and learning. Even the fact that not everything is neatly tied up with a bow at the end makes the book that much better.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill – Julie Klassen – 4.5 * - 10/13/2016Klassen, who is known for her historical romance novels, has branched out with this book to a rural village saga, which is intended to span several books. Set in Victorian England, it is somewhat reminiscent of Gaskell’s Cranford novels, or Lawanna Blackwell’s Gresham Chronicles.In this book, we meet Jane Bell, a young widow who has inherited The Bell coaching Inn upon the death of her husband roughly a year prior to the opening of the book. She has been raised, and encouraged by her late husband, to be genteel, and completely dependent on the men in her life, and has been totally unprepared for the task of running an inn. To this point, she has retreated and left the inn to more or less run itself in the hands of its employees, and the lack of care is showing. Her brother-in-law has returned from abroad to help run the inn, but he has something of a scapegrace reputation and his motives are unclear. At the outset of the book, Jane’s mother-in-law, Thora, also returns to the Inn. An active, brusque and intelligent woman, Thora was raised to innkeeping (the inn was originally her father’s) and had pretty much run it singlehandedly after the death of her husband until her late son was old enough to take it over. Hurt when her son left the inn to his (in her view) incompetent wife to run, she had left to live with a sister, but upon the sister’s marriage, returns to the Inn. The Bells learn rather suddenly that there is an large loan outstanding against the Inn taken out by the late John Bell, and that the Inn is in jeopardy of closing.As the story develops, the questions are: Will Jane rise to the occasion and learn to take charge of the Inn and her future? Will Thora put aside her hurt and prejudices and learn to work with Jane as family? Will Thora also move past her adamant refusal to ever wed again, and realize that two men she knew from her time at Ivy Hill are thrilled that she is back and would like to be more to her than friends? There are also several threads introduced about the past of Jane and the people she grew up with that are unresolved, and left to be explored in subsequent books as the series develops.Overall, I found this to be a very enjoyable and satisfying read. The main conflict, whether the Inn can be saved, and what Jane really wants to do with her life, is satisfactorily resolved, as is Thora’s quandary, so the book does not feel like a cliff hanger, but there is enough left open to make me want to come back for more. Although this is an inspirational novel, these themes are handled with a deft hand and light touch, so the novel should have broad appeal. I look forward to the next installment of the Ivy Hill story.An advanced copy of this novel was provided to me in exchange for a review. No effort was made to influence my opinion, which is mine alone.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Widowed Jane Bell never wanted to run a coaching inn, but her husband left the entire concern to her in his will. Now, the inn is struggling to make a profit, and her banker informs Jane that her husband took out a sizeable loan shortly before his death, and the note is coming due. Unless she can improve the inn's profits and make a case for extending the loan terms, the inn will pass out of her hands. Her charming brother-in-law is on hand to help -- or does he have ulterior motives? Her irascible mother-in-law Thora returns to lend a hand -- but can Thora and Jane get along, or will their arguments just make things worse? And what about the enigmatic Mr. Drake, who seems very interested in the inn . . . and Jane?This is the first book in a series, so the pacing is a little different than I expected. There are multiple featured characters with potential romantic story lines, and only one of those is resolved in this book. The main thrust of the plot here is Jane's business troubles, and whether she will be able to keep and run the inn. Readers who enjoy historical fiction featuring life in quaint English villages will enjoy this -- it's very reminiscent of one of my old favorites, The Widow of Larkspur Inn. I'll probably continue to read in this series, in order to see how things turn out for the other characters.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill by Julie Klassen is the first book of a series the author will add to in the near future. This book has come out in 2016. After reading the ARC copy, I have already enjoyed the sense of community and have become acquainted with a few of Ivy Hill's residents. I'm looking forward to seeing how their lives, challenges and loves come to fruition. It's the early 1800's in Wiltshire, England. In many small villages the coaching inn was the hub of commerce and the lifeblood of most local businesses, creating a natural interdependence. At the opening of the story, the Bell Inn of Ivy Hill was in trouble. John Bell, the innkeeper, had died leaving the Inn in his young wife's ill-suited and incompetent hands. He had married a fine lady, leaving her with an albatross hanging around her neck. The burning question in the tale was whether Jane Bell could become a genuine Innkeeper, pay back an unexpected large loan to the local bank (there's a mystery surrounding that loan), learn to work with her stern mother-in-law and reckless brother-in-law, while not destroying the economy of the entire town. There were two characters I got to know well during the course of the story. Jane Fairmont Bell, now the landlady, and Thora Stonehouse Bell, Jane's husband's mother. Both women were widowed, tied to the Inn and wary of each other. The author chose to develop both of them side by side, but worlds apart from each other by personality, perspective and attitudes. I like how the author worked them against each other and at times with each other. Both of them seemed to be equal Protagonists while outside forces and circumstances were the actual Antagonist. In Thora, the author produces a character we love to hate...and warms her up. Julie Klassen then gets to transform Jane from powderpuff to powerhouse. Kudos to the author for such a great process for this duo. While the character development was slow and steady all throughout the plot, making it seem to plod in some places, there are numerous subplots to keep up interest and the pace. The events turn nearly suspenseful because you actually can't predict the outcome for the Inn and consequently the town until the final few pages. The author certainly knows how to build a solid sense of community using these subplots. It's my favorite part of the book. Many of these threads are left unresolved because there is more to come in this series. I can't wait to see how Julie Klassen develops the village in her future books.Finally, there is just a touch of romance as the author dangles not one, but two suitors for each of her main characters. I'm not going to say anything else about this, as all works out well for one of them in the end. For the other, well, we'll have to read the next book, won't we?Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary review copy of this book from LibraryThing and Bethany House. I was not required to write a review, positive or otherwise. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I know when I open one of Ms. Klassen’s books I can be sure I am in for a good read! This novel is proof again! The setting is Wiltshire, England, 1820. Jane was suddenly widowed a year ago when her husband was in an accident. He ran a family inn named, the Bell. She had no part in the business but thanks to the laws, suddenly finds herself proprietor and owner. She knows nothing about running such an establishment and has no desire to. The Inn means everything to her mother-in-law, Thora Bell, as it belonged to her parents. Thora moves back to the Bell in hopes of helping out. To make a sticky situation even worse, Thora has never really liked her daughter-in-law. Her brother-in-law, Patrick, also resides there and has his own agenda for the Bell. The inn is in great need of repairs and deep in debt. At first she feels she has no choice but to manage the inn has she has no other means of income. Later she realizes that is about more than just her, and the success of it affects many lives. I overwhelmed for Jane in all she had to learn and do. I found it very interesting the workings and running such a business in that era, it was hard! Definitely not like our Holiday Inns now! She sets goals to bring new life to the business but not without opposition from some. Without finances this certainly seems impossible. I admired Jane’s perseverance even in the face of resistance and insurmountable odds. There are mysteries concerning her husband’s death she wants to solve in addition to her mounting responsibilities. The book has a wonderful cast of complex characters that the author brings to life in detail and personality. This makes it a very in-depth story. There are many surprises, twists and turns on different levels and within each characters life. I enjoyed the book and look forward to the next sequel. I was provided a review copy of this book by Bethany House Publishers, with no expectation of a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    Julie Klassen has written another wonderful novel. I loved reading this story about Ivy Hill. She weaves together so many different people's stories in a way that makes you feel as if you know the characters well. The added mystery in the story line will keep you flipping the pages well into the night to find out how it all ends.I would definitely recommend this book. **I received this book free from LibraryThing's Early Reviewer. I was not required to give a positive review. All opinions are my own.
  • Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
    1/5
    The Inn Keeper of Ivy HillJulie KlassenBook Summary: The lifeblood of the Wiltshire village of Ivy Hill is its coaching inn, The Bell. But when the innkeeper dies suddenly, his genteel wife, Jane Bell, becomes the reluctant owner. Jane has no notion of how to run a business. However, with the town's livelihood at stake and a large loan due, she must find a way to bring new life to the inn. Despite their strained relationship, Jane turns to her resentful mother-in-law, Thora, for help. Formerly mistress of The Bell, Thora is struggling to find her place in the world. As she and Jane work together, they form a measure of trust, and Thora's wounded heart begins to heal. When she encounters two men from her past, she sees them--and her future--in a different light.With pressure mounting from the bank, Jane employs innovative methods to turn the inn around, and puzzles over the intentions of several men who seem to have a vested interest in the place. Will her efforts be enough to save The Bell? And will Thora embrace the possibility of a second chance at love?Review: For me I had a hard time getting through this book. I really did not like Jane in the beginning and found Thora to be an imitation of Dame Maggie Smith’s character from Downton Abbey which fell flat for me. I really like Julie Klassen’s books, but for me this was difficult to get through. Jane started out weak. There were way to many secondary characters introduced in a short period of time to keep up with. It took too long The fighting was more than I would like. I finally gave up trying to enjoy the book.I would like to thank Net Galley and Bethany House for allowing me to read and review this book in return for a free copy and I was never asked to write a favorable review by anyone. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    When I need a little Regency indulgence to feed my Anglophilic yearnings, I can count on complete satisfaction with a Julie Klassen book. Atmospheric in its descriptions of English village life and the goings-on of its people, The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill captures the very essence of Regency era living. And now about the book...Jane Bell's husband John died and left her The Bell, a coaching Inn that she has no interest in running. Complicating matters, Jane learns that The Bell is saddled with debt which leaves her more eager to dispense with it. Her mother-in-law, Thora Bell, an austere woman who has never cared much for Jane in her estimation, was originally landlady of The Bell (or The Angel as it was then called), it being her family's establishment. However, due to marital entitlement laws and such during that time,which ultimately curtailed a woman's financial freedom, it eventually became the property of her husband, then her son, and now her daughter-in-law, Jane. Thora Bell has returned to the Inn to assess matters and to stay on and help out, she hopes. When the book opens it's been about a year since John's death and The Bell has fallen into neglect, an exorbitant loan is due, and because of the subpar service, mediocre accommodations, and its neglected state, The Bell is no longer profitable. Jane can sell at a loss, allow her brother-in-law Patrick, who also resides at The Bell, to assume the place along with the debt, or she can proceed at trying to salvage the Inn herself. Feeling defeated, she's leaning towards options 1 and 2. But when one of her employs makes a dramatic statement causing her to reconsider her original inclinations, Jane realizes that more is at stake than her ability to pursue and secure her own livelihood. The Bell must be salvaged, and what's clear is that for the most benefit to be achieved she should be the one to take charge of it. The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill's pace is like a walk through pristine English gardens on a balmy Spring day, parasol in hands and a companion by your side. At times an unexpected gust of wind sends you hastening for shelter from the impending storm. So many enthralling elements within this book. The entrepreneurial spirit that existed during a time when women weren't highly considered relative to matters of business was inspiring. I loved Jane's gumption as she sought advice from experienced businessmen, merchants and friends. Her commitment to transform The Bell into an establishment reminiscent of its former glory and reputation showed her strength when faced with what appeared to be insurmountable odds. I loved the growth of her character. I appreciated how Jane refused to adopt the old ways of doing things; ways that her mother-in-law approved of, but instead opted to pursue more innovative techniques to improve the Inn's appeal. The transformation of the relationship between Thora and Jane was endearing. In fact, so many of the characters were three-dimensional that I felt particularly interested in the thoughts, motivations and actions of most of them. I cared about them - from the potboy to the magistrate. There was mention of stately as well as stubborn old horses, lovely manor homes, thriving hotel establishments, the Royal Mail service, female businesswomen, love interests and much more. A plot fully fleshed out and an absolute joy to savor. In conclusion, I can't say enough about how much I enjoyed this book. I anxiously await book 2 in the series which I believe will be out in December, 2017. The characters are not easily forgotten, and I'm eager to learn of their eventualities. The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill is outstanding! Most highly recommended. If you'd like to know about the setting for The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill, as well as the characters and other research relating to the book, Julie Klassen has a website exclusively for that purpose. It's Talesfromivyhill.com, and it's definitely worth viewing. Beautiful photos, videos, a map of Ivy Hill and lots more.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    This will be the book to beat this year. I loved this story. I did not want to put this down. The story was fantastic and the characters came alive. It will be hard to wait till December for the next book in this series. It was hard to decide which woman character that I liked best. I did not like Patrick since he always seemed to be trying to lose Ivy Hill. I loved Thora, Jane and Rachel and Mercy. These are all strong women characters. I received this book from Bethany House for a fair and honest opinion.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    I have read several of Julie Klassen's books and this one is very different from the rest. It doesn't have closure, that is because it is the first of a series.This book is a regency set in a small town in England. The town relies on being part of the royal mail route. Every business relies on the other in some way to keep their small economy afloat. When the Inn is threatened with foreclosure, the life of the town is threatened.Jane inherited the inn when her husband was killed in an accident a little over a year before the opening of this book. This is different than the typical regency books that I read. Women were frowned upon as business owners. Men were considered the businessmen, while women belonged at home. Jane knows little about running an Inn, she was a socialite before marrying her husband and was content to stay at home and live a life similar to what she grew up with.I loved reading about Jane's growth not only as a businesswoman, but as a person. She went through some very hard trials, but retained her compassion and integrity. She also learned how to stand up for herself (yay!) and prove that she could make sound decisions on her own. It seemed as if she had many people who did not believe she could/would succeed. She was able to prove to others and herself that she could do it.I was disappointed that this book was not a romance. I am reviewing mostly about Jane's story, but there are two other women who are highlighted in the book. One is Jane's mother-in-law and the other was a childhood friend. It will be interesting to see how the series ends up. There are so many different ways that it can go. I hope that there will be romance and happiness in the future for the ladies of Ivy Hill. (One has a romance, we'll see what happens to the other two.)The book began a little slow for me. It took some time for me to become invested in the lives of the characters. I look forward to the future books.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill is the first book in Julie Klassen’s Tales from Ivy Hill series. When the story first started, I thought, “Oh no, another helpless, clueless female that has no idea what is going on around her!” But Jane Bell didn’t stay downtrodden. She rallied and became aware that life wasn’t just about her losses. She had to save the inn, not just for herself, but for her husband’s legacy and the good of the town. Of course, there’s a villain who wants to see the inn close. So, Jane must race to save her inheritance with help from some old and new friends. Can she make it before she loses everything? That’s the final question. I can’t wait for the next installment! If you like Regency Romance with history throw into the mix, then this story is for you. Ms. Klassen did a great job.
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Saturday, December 24, 2016The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill by Julie Klassen, © 2016Tales From Ivy Hill, Book 1My Review:Welcome to the village of Ivy Hill! The English countryside opens before us as we hear the horn blown announcing the nearness of the coach as it approaches The Bell giving the occupants rest and refreshment before some will travel on to a further destination. But those who stop awhile at this fine inn will be delighted to know they have indeed reached a place of comfort.As you are reading this series, you will enjoy the map in the front to acquaint you with the village of Ivy Hill, descriptive of the housing and places of business. I was drawn to the ladies meeting which was a surprise ~ in fact, they call it somewhat different than what actually happens in the discussions.I found my alliance changing in the story as a character I was not really fond of, as I came to know her a little better, I discovered why she carried herself as she did. Have you portrayed a front, that when you become known is not deeply who you are? Exposed for the better!I enjoyed getting to know the characters and have a few questions that I may discover in the next books in the series. Welcome them into your heart, as they become alive in Ivy Hill and surrounding villages.***Thank you author Julie Klassen for Book 1! Thank you to Bethany House for sending a review copy for the book tour. This review was written in my own words. No other compensation was received.***Return to Ivy Hill in The Ladies of Ivy Cottage coming December 2017
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Lovely novel. Well-written but the pace is a little slow. I will post my full review soon!
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
    4/5
    Jane Bell has been a widow for about a year when this book opens, she is starting to come back to life, and when she does her Inn is falling apart, and is now mortgaged to the hilt and beyond. She never wanted to own the inn, but her late husband John left all of this to her, and not to his brother or mother.Now with unanswered questions concerning John’s early death, she is shouldering a big conundrum as to how to save the inn, and keep the mail stages coming. Surprising help comes to her, and I kept hoping she would find a love match, but not in this book, and maybe never, but there is hope with another book to come!You are going to wonder if some of the people she trusts might have bee involved in borrowing that large amount of money, and the ultimately the death of her husband. Will Jane have to move, along with her mother-in-law and brother-in-law, or there are possible answers to keeping the Bell Inn.I loved the how Jane makes friends with one of the feral cats, and the consequences of doing so, a laugh out loud moment.I received this book through Library Thing, and was not required to give a positive review.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    I enjoyed this book very much. It had a rich plot and wonderfully well-developed characters. Jane's journey to become a competent businesswoman was filled with plenty of ups and downs and she had at her side several other strong, independent women in a time when women were not encouraged to be so. I did not realize that it was the first in a series when I started it, but I will look forward to reading more about the charming community of Ivy Hill.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    This was a sweet little book that I enjoyed very much. It had interesting yet flawed characters. No one was perfect but they all managed to live companionably in a small little village in England in the early 1800s. I liked the women characters, who were strong in adversity, and the women drove the story with their spirit and intelligence. I recommend it as a slower, more thoughtful read than many popular books today. It proved a nice change of pace.
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    5/5
    The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill by Julie KlassenJane Bell is the wife on an Innkeeper. He dies unexpectedly and suspiciously and is left to run the Inn. Soon she finds that her husband had debts and she owes a large amount of money in three months. Her Mother-in-law comes to help and her husbands brother. Will Jane be able to save the inn?Jane is very likable, she has a large task at hand, and is determined to do what she feels is right. Her relationship with Thora (her Mother-in-law) is not the best, but they must learn to trust and respect each other if they are going to keep the Inn running. The plot is original with likable characters, secrets revealed and a bit of romance. Overall I found The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill very enjoyable and feel those who like Historical/Romance will enjoy it as well.
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
    3/5
    I received an ARD (Advance Reading Copy) about a week ago and was asked to provide a review detailing my thoughts. Julie Klassen is a new author for me. (I'm familiar with the name and reputation, but never picked up a novel of hers until now!) Upon some background research, I learned that Ms. Klassen loves Jane Austen as much as I do (which may be why she named one character "Jane" in this book). Learning this particular fact made me look forward to reading this copy.I found "The Innkeeper of Ivy Hill" a difficult book to immerse myself in as it was not my typical book choice. The overall tone of the book didn't come across as inviting/welcoming. I wanted to be lured into Jane's world. The characters created were excellent and I believe Ms. Klassen has provided us with an pleasant set-up for a series. It is clean, so I don't think you will have any problem reading this book or recommending it to people looking for clean reads. The plot itself is an interesting one: the husband has died and the wife is left to run the inn. What's odd is that in this era, women are not encouraged to own or operate their own businesses. Whatever property they have is immediately handed over to their husband upon marriage. Since Jane is a widow, the property is hers for the time being. But she is under some pretty strong persuasion to sell the property, or at least hand it over to her brother-in-law.If you're looking for sweet romantic interaction between characters, I think the attempt is there, but it's not, to my mind, terrific. I found it lacking and wanted to see more sparks.Overall, I believe the book has some excellent merits. I do encourage you to try this book for yourself as you may love it more than I do.