Review of That's what Ed said

[Black Indigo]

Although there are scenes that I'm not comfortable with, I will give this book a chance, as I find Leslie's life fascinating and believe this book offers incredible and digestible lessons for readers. Thank you for the review.

[Victory Ositaorah]

That's what Ed said would be a very great book to read and I would love to read of Leslie's childhood till adulthood.

[Idah_Kenei]

I love life telling stories that delves into ones personal relationship. Even though it is fictional and of another person, I love how it brings peace and calmess reminiscing life experiences.

[Soma Ezenwanne]

I’m interested in reading "That's what Ed said" by U A Dumas because Leslie seems real and honest, like someone I could actually talk to, and his story is inspiring.

[mrlefty0706]

"That's what Ed said" by U A Dumas is a life story of Leslie Edward Dumas, a retired school principal and math teacher. The author claims that Leslie and all other characters are fictional but Leslie’s very detailed descriptions of his adventures, events and thoughts makes him very realistic and I can visualize sitting across from him while he tells me his story in person. Leslie is very broad-minded in his review of his past behaviors, achievements and failures. He was very honest with himself he did not have any difficulties relating the good and the bad and he saw positive learnings from these events. The story covers his life from childhood through adult life. I read the sample and learned that Leslie’s grandmother was the most important person in his life. His parents left the three boys with grandma quite often and grandma had a wonderful impact on their lives. She taught them about God and Leslie became a Southern Baptist and eventually his parents joined him for weekly services at his favorite church. His two older brothers took him along on crazy adventures like playing on the railroad tracks where they were almost struck by a train when they were on the tracks over the train switching station and could have been killed. He describes his relationships with his parents, siblings, friends, classmates, girlfriends and his wife. He talks about his good and bad experiences and it was clear that he liked outside activities during winter like sledding, spelunking and hiking. He portrays his married life in a wide array of emotions. Leslie describes a winter mountain hike with his brothers and friends where he provided care for his friends and his brothers when they were injured on the hike. The sample only covered a very small part of his childhood while the official review covered his adult life. This book is recommended for parents and teachers because of the abuse he suffered and there are a few adult experiences that are inappropriate for young readers.

[Bookish_Tropes]

This review is so heartfelt and makes me want to pick it up. It sounds like Leslie's humble awareness of himself and his life is the main point of connection and admiration. It's always wonderful to finish a book feeling admiration for its characters!

[Tars]

I am quite surprised by the low Average Rating: 3.8 out of 5, because fictional characters or not, the book gives the feel of memoirs written by a very interesting person. I am quite fond of "old wives' tales," and the retired teacher must have seen numerous people raised in his care, seeing them grow from youths to maturity, becoming their own, inspiring their dreams and nurturing futures. Certainly must read his exciting experiences and congratulate on BOTD!

[Ohanele Chinonyerem]

I would love to read "That's what Ed said" by U A Dumas because I admire Leslie’s honesty about his struggles and failures, and I love how he keeps a positive vibe despite everything.

[Emmanuel Maduabuchi Eze]

Leslie’s story is really inspiring. Knowing how he manages to handle childhood abuse and maintain positive mindset is amazing. I am impressed by the raw narration of his childhood through adulthood, pointing out the challenges and the victories.

[Goodness Richman]

I appreciate your review. You beautifully captured the core of this book, from its emotional depth to its realism, though being fictional. I also appreciate that you mentioned both the adventurous and difficult parts of Ed's life, the spelunking trips, mountain hikes and the lasting impact of childhood abuse, showing the rich balance. Nice BOTD

[Amy_Jackson]

I think it's commendable when one's life can be an open book for others to learn from, both the good and bad aspects. I'd sure love to read this book and learn something for myself, but I'm not too sure I'm bold enough for some of the adventures.