Did this book meet your expectations?

[Jaituni Sanghavi]

I very much think that this book met all the expectations I had from it. I decided to read the book based on its title and sub-title, and I must say that the book very much fulfilled those expectations. I liked how the author dealt with the subject of hope and showed different perspectives of it as well. This is a nice book surely.

[Seetha E]

Yes, cover to cover, it was one of the most impactful reads among non-fiction that I have read recently.

[Samina Moiyadi]

Absolutely. It did meet my expectations. I am not a very good reader as far as self-help books are concerned. I consider myself a happy person. But this book gave me tips to lead a well-accomplished life. I am going to work on these tips.

[Samina Moiyadi]

It not only met but exceeded my expectations. When I first picked it up, I anticipated a run-of-the-mill self-help book brimming with repetitive common-sense ideas. However, I was pleasantly surprised that it offered more than just superficial insights into the concept of hope. I can practically apply and integrate most of the ideas presented about hope into my daily life. It's not a quick fix, but I'm glad someone made a thoughful guide on how to deal with hard times using hope as an anchor.

I cannot agree more. I do not like self-help books especially ones that deal with happiness. But the blurb itself convinced me to go ahead. I am glad I read it.Happy reading!

[Lisa P Cowling]

The book is inspirational. It met my expectations to a reasonable extent and I loved it. It was filled with a lot of information and was easy to understand.

[Abraham Ozo]

Absolutely! This book provides valuable information that can guide individuals grappling with anxiety, helping them regain control of their lives and cultivate hope for a better future.

[Brightone Tonny]

Even though the experience may have been less impressive than expected, it managed to instill a positive perspective, highlighting the silver lining in the situation.

[Jeevanesh]

I found 'Fireproof Happiness' to be a game-changer in understanding anxiety. The book's clear and concise approach makes complex concepts easily digestible.

So yes, it did meet my expectations

[Jane Honda]

Yeah sure and even beyond because I was able to know we're I fall into because recognition of an issue is the first approach to solving it an realized my struggles through this book.

[Orebo Junior Nyakwar Jabilo]

Expected more, leaned towards explanation rather than information, but others may find it useful.

[Carol McCoy Phelps]

Sadly, no, this book did not meet my expectations. In college, we were taught to look at the credentials of the author. Anyone can write a book and appear to be an authority on the subject in question. Readers must check credentials and decide whether the narrative is believable. Additionally, the narrative must be clearly arranged: it must be readable. Fireproof Happiness fell short in both areas.

Randy Ross has a BA in philosophy and religion. His Master’s and Doctorate degrees are from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. The content of this book draws heavily upon psychology studies and experiments. Ross also cited secular sociological publications to support his views. Without discrediting the weight of his degrees, I would be more comfortable with his views had he used documentation aligned with his areas of expertise.

My other major issue with the book regards the arrangment of the material. For example, Ross names and numbers functional elements of his main ideas each time he introduces a topic. However, only one of those is given a chapter heading, and that one appears later in the book. Ross also intersperses long citations from other works, seemingly letting those stand to make his points. Moreover, he includes many anecdotes that, while entertaining, do little more than pad the pages.

Overall, I expected so much more after reading glowing reviews of Fireproof Happiness. Randy Ross could have delivered so much more by being his authentic self. Fewer citations and more Randy Ross knowledge could have elevated this book to where he meant it to be.

[Donna Walker]

I've read so many self-help books that, after a while, they all start to blur together and regurgitate the same narrative. I like that this one took a different approach, which was refreshingly nice.

[Mary Clarkee]

The author's unique skills in storytelling certainly contributed to making the book a standout for you. It's a testament to their ability to craft a narrative that resonates deeply, making it one of your best reads.

[Sameeha Ismail]

The book was packed with wisdom. We all need moral boosters from time to time. Reading the book was such an emotional upliftment. I was inspired into more positivity as I was reading the book. In that regard, it was good. But the author could have made the book considerably shorter. I thought there were a lot of fluff in it. In that regard, it could have been better.

[Kirui Collins]

This book is fascinating. It met my expectations. The theories discussed that seemed to clarify the meaning of hope was a thoughtful step taken by the author. I didn't expect to find such, and it broadened my view of life.