Official Review: Dancing with Sophia by Ramalho Almeida

[Spirit Wandering]

This seems pretty different from the types of books I normally read. Sounds pretty interesting! Great review!

Thanks and, if you read the book, I hope you enjoy it.

[Spirit Wandering]

It's interesting that when Baingana hits rock bottom, he has this dream or vision that takes the form of a spiritual journey. It's a shame that this didn't break any new ground, but then again it's always good to be reminded of these spiritual messages - a refresher course, as you say.

Yes, I agree. Thanks for reading the review and replying.

[Spirit Wandering]

No man is an island. Its refreshing that the book was able to portray that no man can live a fulfilled life by being self absorbed. Thanks for the review.

Yes, I agree. Thanks for your reply.

[CaitlynLynch]

This reads as though written by a non-native English speaker - and believe me, I strongly admire anyone who can speak a second language fluently enough to even attempt to write in it! What it does mean, though, is that it is important to have a strong editor with native English language skills.

[Spirit Wandering]

Weirdo that I am, even though I love spiritually-based books, I'm not so keen on books about any specific character's spiritual journey. In any event, even though you wrote a great review, I'll be passing on this one.

We are attracted to specific books for a reason so I total understand. Thanks for reading the review and replying.

[Spirit Wandering]

should be my first time to encounter a book of spritual journey. sounds great so i'll try it when i can! good job on the review!

Thanks and I hope you enjoy it.

[Spirit Wandering]

I like this book because I have never read of a plot like this one. I like that each character Baingana meets he learns more about humility and how to be a better person towards others. I also like that he meets Sophia on a train and I can easily picture the business of the train station. I understand how a the ideas put forth in this book are not new and I agree with your rating.

Thanks for reading the review and replying.

[Spirit Wandering]

This reads as though written by a non-native English speaker - and believe me, I strongly admire anyone who can speak a second language fluently enough to even attempt to write in it! What it does mean, though, is that it is important to have a strong editor with native English language skills.

Yes, I agree that such books can benefit from stronger editing. Thanks for replying.

[Sarah_Khan]

I don't usually like spiritual/inspirational novels and while reading your review I felt like I've heard stories like this before. Then at the end of your review you also mention that the ideas are not new, so I think I'll pass on this book. But great job on your review!

[Spirit Wandering]

But great job on your review!

Thanks-I appreciate your reply.

[jwalker73]

Not my sort of genre but sounds like an engaging read for people who like to stories with themes of self-discovery and being true to one's self.

[Seraphia Bunny Sparks]

Thank you for the well-written review. I don't think this will be a book for me, but I'm sure others will enjoy.

[Jaime Lync]

Nice review. I love stories where the protagonist undergoes a spiritual journey. Thanks for sharing.

[Mpruett-09]

This does sound like an interesting read! I actually enjoy books with a bit of a spiritual journey so it will be interesting to see how this one compares to other books that I enjoy. Thank you for the great review giving insight into the book.

[Manang Muyang]

Nice review. I love stories where the protagonist undergoes a spiritual journey. Thanks for sharing.

Hey, Jaime, you are back!

The story started well. But the part where Abner makes Baingana read a poem was a little off for me. Nevertheless, I applaud the author's attempt to creatively put across spiritual lessons.

Thanks, Spirit Wandering, for your insightful review! You know what? We are all wandering spirits!