I was disappointed in this book. The title is promising, however, the content is sophomoric - a rather juvenile style of writing. This is basically a woman's journal entries, chronicling her personal growth through her reading experiences. Her reading material is dated; there are many newer and finer sources for personal growth opportunties. Her frequent comments of, "you might not be interested in this but, . . . " are tedious. Her frequent pauses to listen to a tape and then writing, "I'm back . . . " are irritating. I don't know how the editor let her get away with her repetitious non-information. Wait, yes, I do. The reason this book was published is the gimmick of a ninety-year-old woman writing her memoirs. Given all that, if you need a reading list for personal growth and enjoy the ramblings of a woman who is constantly working on personal growth, then this book may be for you.

Being 92 years young, Rebecca Latimer writes from experience and with authority in You're Not Old Until You're Ninety: Best To Be Prepared, However. Her eloquent stories and suggested activities are accessible presented in a thoroughly "reader friendly" text and will prove as inspiring and motivating as they are easy and enjoyable. Here revealed are Rebecca's secrets for vigorously aging while maintaining a balance in all things, developing good friendships; staying interested in learning new things; picking up on your intuition, and "listening" to your body. If you are entering the autumn of your life, or have a loved one who is, then You're Not Old Until You're Ninety offers what is a truly life enhancing, energizing, and enjoyment oriented "how to" book that will prove welcome and rewarding reading.

This book was like sitting in the garden and having tea with a fascinating grandmother who has wonderful experience to share. Rebecca tells a story, not about denying or ignoring old age, but of a gentle persistant inner journey that leaves me excited about growing older and discovering all the possibilities that lie within. It's a book about living - at any age. She also provides an excellent suggested reading list, which I have availed myself of. I've sent copies of the book to my loved ones, hoping they too would not only enjoy the story, but also realize the gift of wise experiences.