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jamieterv's review against another edition
informative
slow-paced
1.0
Fwiw I don’t get why everyone thinks Taylor Swift is as big a deal as she is. That’s what this book felt like to me. Tons of rave reviews and a few good songs but practically nothing new or revelatory. In fact it was just long winded explanations of basic principles that I’m surprised people don’t already know. Had it been half as long it might be a decent read. As is it was laborious and full disclosure I only got half way through before swearing it off.
lns242's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
medium-paced
3.75
Great information but not sure I needed a whole book of it.
dinasamimi's review against another edition
4.0
I have not read self help in a LONG time and it's one of those genres I'm most averse to. That said, that book is the warmest hug coming out of the isolation of pandemic life. This is such a well thought out and intentional book that has totally transformed the way I gather with my community in amazing ways.
nickscoby's review against another edition
3.0
I got some good nuggets . . . but I think the book could be a lot shorter.
beckyraines's review against another edition
funny
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Kinda seemed like it was written for people who have never attended anything and don’t have basic emotional intelligence, but I enjoyed the stories and it was helpful to just think a little more about the structure of gatherings.
lawryn's review against another edition
4.0
I read this for work and was not expecting to enjoy it (simply because the genre/topic felt homework-y), but I really LOVED this. It really made me think about how parties and events are a reflection of the human condition and our need to create order and community. It also inspired me (a self-diagnosed introvert) to host more and rethink some elements of my wedding planning.
The writing was very accessible and relatable too!
The writing was very accessible and relatable too!