The only reason I didn't give this book 5 stars is the writing. It's not super great.
That said, this book was amazing. If you have recently been diagnosed with Bipolar II, Loucks' first-hand accounts are extremely supportive. You're not alone. Everyone's situation is different and their own, but there are clear parallels and consistencies that when heard, offer incredible validation.
If you strive to understand a loved one with this disorder, I recommend picking this up as well. This book gives a clear view into the mind of someone with Bipolar II.
This story was unexpectedly interesting! My first experience with H.G. Wells, I expected something difficult to approach. I was pleasantly surprised with a story that read quite easily, kept me gripped, and made a LOT of societal commentary. I'll definitely be reading more of their work in the future (or at whatever timeframe I'm in when it happens).
EPIC
is what this series is. And this book, the capstone of it all, is a fitting end. This book isn't perfect, despite my 5-star rating. There were many choices King made that I disagreed with. By the end of the tale, however, it all came together beautifully. The quest of Roland of Gilead for the Dark Tower was long, and closing the back cover on the final chapter felt like bringing an end to a similarly long chapter of my life.
10/10 recommend, and 10/10 will read again.
Pretty solid read. The principles for happiness laid out in this book make a whole lot of sense, and I will definitely be doing my best to integrate them into my life. This book uses many real life scenarios to portray ideas, which is great, but it doesn't use very much data or results from any kind of research, which would be better for my personal comprehension. Despite this, I still recommend this book to any person who desires to live a happy life unfettered by negative thoughts and emotions.