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Author: Andy Andrews
ISBN: 9780785229216
Format: Jacketed Hardcover
Page Count: 167
I usually do not have any desire to read fiction. However, this book grabbed my attention. It is a beautiful blend of fiction, allegory, and inspiration, based on a true story. I really enjoyed reading it from beginning to end. Underneath the title, The Noticer, are these words: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. That pretty much sums up what the book is about. The main character, Jones, claims that he is a noticer noticing things that others overlook. He keeps showing up whenever different people are faced with crises such as hopelessness, marriage trouble, feeling useless in old age, battling with depression and anxiety, wondering how to find the right mate, missing the important "small stuff". Each time, Jones offers these people wisdom and practical advice. He tries to show them that they need to have the right perspective and follow it with the right actions.
I appreciate the Reader’s Guide provided in the back. There are general questions, questions pertaining to each chapter, and questions for personal reflection. These questions help readers think more on "perspective" and encourage them to become "noticers."
I myself did notice something in the book that disturbed me: the author used God’s name in vain (at least 3 times) through his characters. He may not realize that "G-o-s-h" is a euphemistic variation of God (I’m trying to give him the benefit of the doubt.) I also wish he would include eternal perspectives and notice/acknowledge God’s provision, grace, and mercy. The author is a Christian but I think he does not want his book to be deemed a Christian book in order to reach a larger group of readers. In chapters 1 and 9, Jones told Andy and Jason to "move into the light" as a metaphor but he never explains what it truly means. I am disappointed that the author did not make use of his wonderful opportunity to point readers to Jesus Christ, who is the Light of the world.
Note: Visit http://www.thenoticerproject.com for more information about "The Noticer Project" (a worldwide movement to notice the five most influential people in our lives...before it's too late).
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Tuesday, April 28, 2009 - Wish I had time
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