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I'm a little bit late to the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" book series, so bear with me. I had heard of these books and at a book sale I saw this book mixed in the pile so I figured I would give it a try. This book (and other "Chicken Soup for the Soul" books) is a collection of short stories compiled into a book that are true stories written from a variety of different authors with different backgrounds and experiences. In regards to this book, the stories are mostly from people that overcame poor circumstances (physical illness, fires, alcohol/drug abuse, unsafe homes, rape, incest, abusive husband/father, etc.) and still were able to "rise above" it all. Very emotional read. I was only able to take bit sized pieces to finally finish it in a little over a week. Too much "God" and religion embedded in these pages for my taste though. I am still glad I gave it a read though.

lmbartelt's review against another edition

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5.0

I love the stories in this book, reminding us of the goid we're capable of in this country.

Disclosure: I have a story published in this book.

lmbartelt's review against another edition

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5.0

Yes, I have a story included in this book, and yes, I was inspired by the 100 other stories of strength and perseverance.

wintermote's review against another edition

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2.0

Read this because I needed to give it a rating for something else. Most of the stories in the first section just felt like promos for the author/singer/whatever their career was—just trying to get their Name out there. So most of the stories felt fake or forced. Just didn’t enjoy the majority of them.

sarose13's review against another edition

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5.0

Great stories- a few that I could relate to! I wish my family had more fun traditions and adventures though!

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