Overall rating and opinion of "Man Mission: 4 men, 15 years, 1 epic journey"

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This was one of the first books that I reviewed and it still is one of my favourites. I really appreciated the relationships built between the men and how you could see them mature and grow together. So often it's the girl's night-out/sisterhood books that everyone raves about being touched by, but this book was packed with wonderful 'manly' escapades, and yet still managed to touch my heart in an immense way.

I have only read one other book that did not give the protagonist a name at all and like that one this was expertly done. It is a writing technique, not just a clever ploy. It places the reader into the eyes of the nameless protagonist and helps them to walk in their shoes a little better. Or you know, it could just be that the author sees themself as the protagonist too. That's always an option. :lol2: :lol2:
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Overall i give this book four stars. I enjoyed reading about exotic locations. it makes me want to pack up for a vacation
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This book I have read before and it is definetly one of the best books I have ever read. The book is very exciting and outstanding at some points and other times it can get very boring
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I have only read a small portion of the book so far, but what I have read is not disappointing! I can't rate the book yet but I will update my response after I finish. This one will be interesting to discuss with everyone!
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I think this is a great book because it has a lot of knowledge and potential and can be used in real life scenarios.
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I loved the flow of the story because it entangles day to day activities. I noticed insights especially those of the main star, whose name or physical build are not stated, a fact I did not ryhme with , who is only known as 'I'. I recommend the story to individuals who truly love camping experiences and reading in general.
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Post by Luiswitdahoodie »

I really liked this one! It was a nice leisurely read for me, unlike my most recent selections of historical fiction and other heavy genres. I loved the fast pace of the story. The author could have easily dragged out the missions, making them extremely redundant. Luckily, he only highlighted key moments.
My least favorite thing was that the author cheated on his wife... I am a stay at home mom and my husband works long hours for us. The narrative made me think I should definitely acknowledge his efforts a bit more, and ensure that he feels like a man. I would hate to end up like Rachel.
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Karina Nowak wrote: 12 Jan 2020, 15:31 This was one of the first books that I reviewed and it still is one of my favourites. I really appreciated the relationships built between the men and how you could see them mature and grow together. So often it's the girl's night-out/sisterhood books that everyone raves about being touched by, but this book was packed with wonderful 'manly' escapades, and yet still managed to touch my heart in an immense way.

I have only read one other book that did not give the protagonist a name at all and like that one this was expertly done. It is a writing technique, not just a clever ploy. It places the reader into the eyes of the nameless protagonist and helps them to walk in their shoes a little better. Or you know, it could just be that the author sees themself as the protagonist too. That's always an option. :lol2: :lol2:
Now that you mention it, the perspective did get me rooting for the nameless one.
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Highly recommend this book to all. The ”missions” are interesting and they always include a funny mishap with some sort of enlightening. I couldn't wait to see where they went next. My heart aches for the author/narrator and the tough time he was going through. I'm sure many can relate to having a soul crushing job that just paYs the bills. He was just going through the motions while only finding true happiness on trips with his friends.
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Post by Ronel_Steyn »

I did a review on this book and gave it a rating of 4 out of 4 stars. I loved it! I loved the quotations between each journey. I loved the growth of the characters and how each epic journey tied in with life lessons. I would recommend this book to both male and female adult readers. It is insightful and the male perspective is refreshing.
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It is always good for a man to have mission, without it, things might not be done well. I love this book and I will definitely recommend it for my friends. It's fun to travel and meet new friends not just only about adventure
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I'm currently reading the book. It's an exciting and adventurous story that grips the reader's attention. The story reveals to the reader the answer to the question "Who is a man?" Exploring different cities is the best treat one can offer to him/herself. And the four gentlemen did well to do that albeit the responsibilities they had as employees, husbands, and fathers. Though they suffered injuries on their missions, they didn't give up. This brings up the impression that one should stick to their commitments come what may. Additionally, endurance is the key factor for one to complete a course in life.

I like the diverse culture and beliefs in the book. One belief that amuses me is the Siberian belief that "a real man catches and kills their own food." The characters are funny and interact freely with each other. The reader can feel their bond of love reading through their conversations. The mission rules are hilarious, funny, and thought provoking.

I don't understand why the protagonist is not identified by a unique name. I kept asking myself, Is it a feature in writing? or Is the protagonist the author of the book?

The book will appeal to those who love to travel and explore different region and cities in the world.

I will rate the book after I'm done reading the book.
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Post by Brenda Creech »

I really enjoyed reading this book. What I liked most about it were the Man Mission Rules! What I disliked most was Rachel's attitude. She seemed to want life to be perfect and when it wasn't she got angry. Her attitude toward the main protagonist seemed to me to change fairly early on in their marriage. I have already recommended this book to a friend. She loves to read and could use some laughter. I rated the book 4 out of 4 stars.
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:D I finished reading the book and have a review posted. Please read my rating for it and why. :techie-studyingbrown:
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Post by ernest mwangemi »

Actually, this book just confirms that a man is a person who needs to enjoy nature and challenge his limits. I enjoyed reading the book which not only shows the true character of a man when it comes to having fun but also shows that a man needs to take up responsibilities as a father and husband. It's very educative.
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