What do you think about the writing style?

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Re: What do you think about the writing style?

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I usually prefer books written chronologically. It helps me keep the timing in check. However, this writing style can be boring, but moving to and fro events from different times keeps the fire. I like her writing style, so to say.
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Post by Joyful17 »

Yes, indeed, I love this writing style. It prevents the narration from becoming boring and monotonous. However, some of the events appear disjointed.
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I really enjoyed this storytelling in this book. I found the tone and voice that the author use to share a personal experiences to be very refreshing, and it reminded me a little bit of work by Gretchen Rubin just because of the way that she used her own life to share impactful lessons. In a way, I enjoyed this primarily as a memoir, but I also find it helpful as self-help nonfiction or inspirational nonfiction. As a budding indie author who owns a publishing company, I can relate to the dream big mentality that the author seem to have and how important it is to just begin.
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Post by Holly Fleming »

My personal preference is for books to have more order. I would have liked this book even more if there were better transitions that tie the main points together from chapter to chapter.
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I like the entertaining and witty writing style the author has included in the book. Sometimes books in this genre can be very serious and sometimes hard work to read, so I like this more laid back and welcoming style.
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Post by PmnTaillon_21 »

The book put me in mind of the Chicken Soup book series; with the anecdotal stories carrying a takeaway message to help or encourage the reader. I loved the overall positivity the author imbued in each story - from the earthquake to the rooster's demise, Trish is definitely a 'glass half full' kind of gal. That is one of the reasons that even though I found some of the writing style choppy or jumpy, I stuck with the book because of the joyful attitude and wonderful life lessons.
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Post by Sarah Nichols 7 »

Not sticking to a linear timeline with her writing style does capture the readers attention. Autobiographies can often be dull, but part of her fix for that is jumping around to different points in her life.
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Post by Danelle Cale »

Her style of writing is unique for a memoir. I like how she easily blended her experiences into a life lesson that could apply to anyone. I prefer an orderly timeline, but I followed her writing style easily. She was humorous, which is always a plus and keeps you interested.
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The writing style was unique to the author, and it made the book more interesting, the author was also very unpredictable which made the reader to continue reading. To me this was a great book.
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At times, I love books that switch between scenes. However, this method was quite confusing in this book. She kept switching between her LA marathon and other events in her life.
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The writing style is my favorite aspect of the book. These books are usually boring and drawn out to produce more pages. Her writing style was short and funny with kept me engaged.
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It's unique and I like the different approach the author took for her memoir. Writing is a creative process and it's nice to see something refreshing.
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Post by Vishnu Priya B »

That's what you call a non-linear writing structure. Moving forward and backwards at random with no particular pattern. I prefer classic structure, not a fan of getting confused halfway into the book. And I don't take a risk with books unless I'm absolutely sure the author won't disappoint me.
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I think memoirs are particularly interesting, and the author does well in edging humor which makes the book more enjoyable to read.
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I consider this book was written in a lighthearted and encouraging tone, which I find appealing because the previous books I've been reading are classics and written in a not that pleasent tone.
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