Official Review: Lofton 6 by Darryl G Lofton

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Re: Official Review: Lofton 6 by Darryl G Lofton

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A book which leaves the reader in tears is always a good read. I am disappointed the beauty of this story is hampered by bad editing. I hope.the author will take note of all the errors and act accordingly. Thanks for the review Miriam.
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I don't read many memoirs or biographies because they do not interest me. This one had the potential until you mentioned the errors. Thanks for the review!
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Al Chakauya wrote: 07 Jan 2019, 17:03 A book which leaves the reader in tears is always a good read. I am disappointed the beauty of this story is hampered by bad editing. I hope.the author will take note of all the errors and act accordingly. Thanks for the review Miriam.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I really hope Darryl will take the book to the place where it belongs - in people's long-term memories.
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Vscholz wrote: 07 Jan 2019, 21:17 I don't read many memoirs or biographies because they do not interest me. This one had the potential until you mentioned the errors. Thanks for the review!
I do hope Darryl will inject the improvements needed. His family's story needs to be heard and appreciated by many.

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I absolutely loved your review, plus the fact that you added a bit of yourself within. Pity about the book having so many issues, since the topic sounds quite interesting.
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kislany wrote: 08 Jan 2019, 03:07 I absolutely loved your review, plus the fact that you added a bit of yourself within. Pity about the book having so many issues, since the topic sounds quite interesting.
I was afraid Darryl wouldn't want the review published. I'm glad he is keeping it visible. I do hope many will be encouraged to read his story. Nonetheless, he has to make it even better; it can definitely be done.

Absolute thanks, Kislany! I see you got your next review planted. Mine is still in the planning stage.
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Miriam Molina wrote: 08 Jan 2019, 04:22
kislany wrote: 08 Jan 2019, 03:07 I absolutely loved your review, plus the fact that you added a bit of yourself within. Pity about the book having so many issues, since the topic sounds quite interesting.
Absolute thanks, Kislany! I see you got your next review planted. Mine is still in the planning stage.
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Books tackling discrimination of any kind usually have me reaching for a tissue. I find discrimination appalling, especially because we still, to this day, see it rear its ugly head from time to time. Nonetheless, I'm glad Loftin kept a humorous tone throughout. I hope he sorts out the editing issues. Awesome review, Miriam! :)
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Ever_Reading wrote: 08 Jan 2019, 09:32 Books tackling discrimination of any kind usually have me reaching for a tissue. I find discrimination appalling, especially because we still, to this day, see it rear its ugly head from time to time. Nonetheless, I'm glad Loftin kept a humorous tone throughout. I hope he sorts out the editing issues. Awesome review, Miriam! :)
Thanks for the kind words. I have a box of tissues ready for these reads. The book I am currently reading is another weepy one. Sigh! What evil humans can do to other humans! It's inhuman.
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In spite of Darryl's ordeals, I like the fact that the author narrated the story in a lighthearted manner. Wonderful combination.
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Kelyn wrote: 11 Jan 2019, 02:16 I would never have thought that the state or federal governments wouldn't respond positively to ANY taxpayer who had unfairly lost their job because of Ward vs. Roe. Even the local school board could have reversed that decision. To say that their situation was/is sad is an extreme understatement. Unfortunately, as a veteran myself, I do understand how his heroism was not recognized and was simply looked over as if it didn't exist. I would never call myself a hero because I'm not. But this man received a purple heart!!! That SHOULD be recognized and given respect. Sorry, I'll get off my soapbox now. This book just really hit a nerve with me. Thanks for the review, it painted a very vivid picture of their situation.
Thanks for your passionate response. It is really sad that such situations did arise. I only hope that they no longer happen.
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Sweet Psamy wrote: 11 Jan 2019, 09:39 In spite of Darryl's ordeals, I like the fact that the author narrated the story in a lighthearted manner. Wonderful combination.
Darryl fought hard to attain his present reality. Despite all the negatives that surrounded him, he worked to create positives in his life. I wish he would keep reaching his goals.

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