Review of De facto Pathfinder
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Review of De facto Pathfinder
[Following is a volunteer review of "De facto Pathfinder" by CW3 Cesare Giannetti, US Army (Ret).]
Sometimes all we need is L.O.V.E. I’m not talking about the overused emotion we all know. I mean the acronym for listen, observe, vocalise and empathise. In the thought-provoking book, De facto Pathfinder by CW3 Cesare Giannetti, US Army (Ret), these four actions could make a big difference and, perhaps, even save someone’s life.
Two years shy of fifty, Chris Longo is feeling discontented with life. Divorced with a daughter he hardly contacts and working in a tedious job at the Veteran Support Agency, he feels there should be more than life than he’s currently getting. So after consulting with an aunt for advice, he chucks it all in and tries to find a job with a purpose. Miraculously, along comes a job about helping people find their path in life after leaving the army. Chris is thrilled and motivated by this new challenge. Little did he know that it would also help him find something else that he had been searching for.
The book delves deep into the plight of veterans in the States. Most of them suffer from substance abuse, depression, debilitating injuries and post-traumatic syndrome disorders. I like how the book brings much-needed awareness to their situation and ways of helping them restart their lives. The stories are varied and unique, and it was endearing getting to identify with the characters and their struggles. It certainly makes you appreciate veterans and their sacrifices for their country.
I particularly loved seeing America through the author’s words. I’ve always loved travelling and have been to cities on the American East Coast. It was great picturing other places I haven’t been to. Whether it is imagining wolfing down Elk burgers in Alaska, standing before the Mormon Battalion Historic Site in San Diego, or seeing the location of one of my favourite childhood movies, Rocky in Philadephia, the author’s writing style made me feel as if I was experiencing it myself.
There’s nothing I disliked about the book. I would rate it 5 out of 5 stars for being such an uplifting read. It has a feel-good factor, and I think it’s because there’s a story or character anyone can relate to. No matter how many times you fall, it helps to know you can always pick yourself up and have a fresh start. Life, after all, as they say, is for the living. I only spotted two errors, so the book is professionally well-edited. I believe anyone can read this book as it has life lessons that are useful for everyone. I would recommend this book to anyone struggling to cope with life’s many lemons. Read it and go make lemonade.
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De facto Pathfinder
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Sometimes all we need is L.O.V.E. I’m not talking about the overused emotion we all know. I mean the acronym for listen, observe, vocalise and empathise. In the thought-provoking book, De facto Pathfinder by CW3 Cesare Giannetti, US Army (Ret), these four actions could make a big difference and, perhaps, even save someone’s life.
Two years shy of fifty, Chris Longo is feeling discontented with life. Divorced with a daughter he hardly contacts and working in a tedious job at the Veteran Support Agency, he feels there should be more than life than he’s currently getting. So after consulting with an aunt for advice, he chucks it all in and tries to find a job with a purpose. Miraculously, along comes a job about helping people find their path in life after leaving the army. Chris is thrilled and motivated by this new challenge. Little did he know that it would also help him find something else that he had been searching for.
The book delves deep into the plight of veterans in the States. Most of them suffer from substance abuse, depression, debilitating injuries and post-traumatic syndrome disorders. I like how the book brings much-needed awareness to their situation and ways of helping them restart their lives. The stories are varied and unique, and it was endearing getting to identify with the characters and their struggles. It certainly makes you appreciate veterans and their sacrifices for their country.
I particularly loved seeing America through the author’s words. I’ve always loved travelling and have been to cities on the American East Coast. It was great picturing other places I haven’t been to. Whether it is imagining wolfing down Elk burgers in Alaska, standing before the Mormon Battalion Historic Site in San Diego, or seeing the location of one of my favourite childhood movies, Rocky in Philadephia, the author’s writing style made me feel as if I was experiencing it myself.
There’s nothing I disliked about the book. I would rate it 5 out of 5 stars for being such an uplifting read. It has a feel-good factor, and I think it’s because there’s a story or character anyone can relate to. No matter how many times you fall, it helps to know you can always pick yourself up and have a fresh start. Life, after all, as they say, is for the living. I only spotted two errors, so the book is professionally well-edited. I believe anyone can read this book as it has life lessons that are useful for everyone. I would recommend this book to anyone struggling to cope with life’s many lemons. Read it and go make lemonade.
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De facto Pathfinder
View: on Bookshelves
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