Official Review: Magic Blue Rocks by April Shprintz

[María Andrea Fernández Sepúlveda]

One of my favorite stories was in the chapter “Gettin’ Out Of Dodge.” Shprintz had failed a voice audition for an entry-level U.S. Air Force position she really wanted. (After getting to know the author through these accounts, the last part of the prior sentence is redundant. She rarely did anything she didn't feel passionately about, and she expected every endeavor to end in success.) While still reeling from this disappointment, she received a call asking if she would help another recruit who was anxious about the same audition process. I'm quite certain my initial response would not have been as gracious, but Shprintz opted to help the fellow recruit. Her benevolence was admirable, but more than that, her actions set in motion a series of events that resulted in her not only getting that entry-level position but enjoying a distinguished Air Force career in her desired field. I was inspired by the author’s character displayed throughout the chapters.

Yeah, I wouldn't have been so gracious either, but I guess that's what differentiates average people like me from "born-to-succeed" people like the author: the mentality.
You wrote a captivating an insightful review. Thank you!

[Anna Bookowski]

What a wonderful review! The book seems great and inspiring. I love when books like this are based on actual experiences. I've become an entrepreneur a few months ago myself and I need that kind of motivation. I'm definitely going to read this one.

[Juma Beryl]

thanks for the review,i already love the book yet i haven't started reading yet.really great explanation because i never read most books that tell one how to be successful but this review has peaked my interest,i look forward to read this book.

[Michelle Menezes]

I think the hardest thing to do is to believe in one's own potential and then making others believe in it. This seems like a wonderful book, and your review makes it seem all the more interesting. I also liked the fact that even though the author failed to get the entry-level position, she helped someone else achieve it and that act got her something better. It just goes to show that kindness always pays off.

[Pandora10]

One of the important themes in this book is belief, a belief in oneself and others. Even at a very young age, the author had that quality and this seems to have helped her overcome the challenges in her life. I am enjoying the book immensely so far and can see it as a useful book for young children as well as adults. Thank you for the excellent review of this book.

[NISSE]

A personal development guide book about self confidence and having faith in one's capabilities. The author is providing a different type of a guideline neither belong to hard work or smart work. Thank you for the detailed review!

[Ruchi Raina]

Sounds like a very inspirational book. So true that believing in yourself and having someone believe in you gives you such a boost of confidence and determination that even the most difficult situations can't deter us from our path. Thanks for the detailed review.

[Victor Kilyungi]

From age 6! Wow. This ought to be a great read then. I just happen to be looking for some inspiration by the way. Thank you for your well written review.

[Sahar Shaikh]

Your review makes me feel interested in that book. Thank you for your review.

[Seamstress]

Thank you very much for gifting us today's BOTD, but unfortunately after reading description given in the review, I had to admit that it failed to catch my interest. I will have to leave it at the moment, but maybe one day I will feel like it. Congrats with BOTD!

[Aan Granados]

This sounds inspirational. I agree that one has to believe in oneself first to have confidence. Thanks for your review.

[gen_g]

I think the author is really admirable – she has a lot of good qualities, and it would be good to learn from her. It definitely seems inspiring, and it'd be intriguing to learn a bit more about the US military. Thanks for the review.

[Kaushiki Parihar]

I liked that the author shared her personal experiences unpretentiously. The book seems to be an inspiring one. I'd want to give this book a try. Thanks for an intuitive review!

[Fleurine_t92]

Only believe that can't do anything. For me taking out my magic blue stones was like Harry Potter taking out the sorcerer's stone. I had it and I knew it but it disappear. Thanks for your review.

[Antara Sengupta]

It is a very interesting plot which revolves around the author's life and struggles. Quite relatable and very motivational. Great review.