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The Noticer

The Noticer Sometimes, All A Person Needs Is A Little Perspective

By Andy Andrews

Average Blogger Rating: 4.15 Stars

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On 3/11 Leslie Wiggins wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews He appears when least expected but most needed.  Usually dressed in blue jeans, sandals, and an old t-shirt, the white-haired sage is a mystery to the small Orange Beach, AL community.  The most anyone really knows about him is his name.  “My name is Jones.  No ‘Mr.’  ... Book Review: The Noticer

Leslie's Rating:

1 Stars

On 3/7 Hank Humphrey wrote: I signed up to BookSneeze to review books and here is my first of Andy Andrews book, The Noticer. I read this whole book on the flight from Atlanta to Philly for business. It is a quick read and has it's moments. I think the added value of this is that it can be done with small groups with questions ... The Noticer Bringing Perspective

Hank's Rating:

4 Stars

On 3/6 Jerri Adams wrote: Need a little perspective in your life? Come spend a little time with Jones. With a length of only 156 pages, one might think of The Noticer as a ‘quick read’ – and certainly can be if one so chooses because it is hard to put down – but this story should be ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jerri's Rating:

4 Stars

On 3/6 Richard Dedor wrote: The book The Noticer garnered huge press when it came out and I can clearly see why. Andy Andrews creates a story that it touching and forced me to think about my own life and the people in it.The Noticer focuses on the concept of perspective and how when a person is in the thick of things, they often ... Intersting - but tough to apply without more

Richard's Rating:

4 Stars

On 3/5 Steve Smit wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a book about an individual named "Jones" who offers perspective to many different people going through many different circumstances in their lives. It is a fiction book, but they way that it is written seems like it is non-fiction. "Jones" offers advice to young, old and ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Steve's Rating:

5 Stars

On 2/27 Kristyn Ramsey wrote: I recently was given the opportunity to read and review a book titled The Noticer by Andy Andrews.In The Noticer, you will meet a friendly, although allusive, character named Jones. Not Mr. Jones, he is simply Jones, and the truths he teaches are as simple as his name. Each person Jones encounters is ... The Noticer

Kristyn's Rating:

4 Stars

On 2/24 Emily Evert wrote: Booksneeze is a website that offers free books to blog-reviewers, in exchange for reviews. This is my first review that is complimentary of book sneeze, but I'm sure it won't be my last. :)I was able to receive a free copy of the book the noticer by andy andrews. I was pretty excited about this book. ... The noticer by andy andrews - review

Emily's Rating:

3 Stars

On 2/20 Les Hutchinson wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews has been on my Amazon wishlist for quite a while now, after reading several bloggers who loved it. So when I joined Booksneeze and saw that it was available, I jumped at the chance. (I received the book as a complimetary copy from the publisher - Thomas Nelson.)  This ... Booksneeze review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Les's Rating:

2 Stars

On 2/20 Cassandra Smith wrote: Perspective is what allows for us to correctly choose joy or depression. We can look at the worst scenarios in life and either see blatant disaster, or promising potential. The difference? Perspective. Andy Andrews “The Noticer” is like a poignant drop of light, allowing a piercing division between ... Perspective=JOY

Cassandra's Rating:

4 Stars

On 2/18 Wes Thorp wrote: I'm a 63-year-old baby-boomer who has been struggling with getting into the next chapter of my life.My kids are grown and have moved away.  I've been retired for a few years and I feel like I'm spinning my wheels in my effort to gain traction about what to do next in my life and it has been bugging ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews came at just the right time in my life

Wes's Rating:

4 Stars

On 2/10 Roxanne Rollins wrote: The Noticer is an allegorical lesson on the importance of having the right perspective. Andrews masterfully weaves an engaging tale of a man named Jones and the profound and positive impact he has on many lives.Readers will likely see themselves in at least one of the story’s characters. People with ... The Noticer, by Andy Andrews

Roxanne's Rating:

4 Stars

On 2/9 Debbie Lott wrote: The Noticer is the tale of a small gulf coast town that is visited by a mysterious stranger. Who this man is and where he has come from, no one knows. He to appears and disappears suddenly and seems to know about the lives of everyone in town, often appearing during a crisis. Whomever he interacts with ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Debbie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 2/2 Kaye Torgerson wrote: his book is a simple read that seemed almost too simplistic at times. At a time when I was craving some thick to-the-heart in depth reading, this book just didn’t do it for me. However, when I picked it up later to finish it (because hey…I had to finish, right?), the simplicity really spoke to me. Jones ... I think we all stand to learn something from Jones.

Kaye's Rating:

4 Stars

On 1/29 LORI CASWELL wrote: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. This book arrived on Wednesday, when I was suffering from a sore throat and a terrible headache. I set the book beside on the bed and kept looking at that cover. It was not the title or the author that kept drawing my attention but the tag line ... The NOTICER by Andy Andrews

LORI's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/29 Melissa Bussey wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a great reading experience. Jones has the gift of perspective. He notices the things that others don't. With this gift the old man enters the life of people in a small town, who have found themselves in desperate painful places, and shows them a new perspective. I couldn't ... The Noticer (Book Review)

Melissa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/29 Melanie Masterson wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is one of those books that is hard to put down once you begin reading. Not only does the author hold your attention with the story, but he also teaches some wonderful lessons about life. The little things in life that go unnoticed or people tend to take for granted, he brings ... Book Review for The Noticer

Melanie 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/28 John Harvey wrote: “The Noticer” is one of the few books that drew me in so that I had to finish it in one sitting. The images of pain, brokenness, and despair of the characters reflect everyday life in any community in the 21st Century. Of course, the gift of “perspective” allows us to see past the obstacle of ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

John's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/26 Cody Stauffer wrote: Sometimes you want a book that is encouraging, easy to digest, and light-hearted, but still leaves you feeling as if you accomplished something by reading it. Andy Adrews, motivational speaker and best-selling author of The Travelers gift, provides exactly that in his book The Noticer. Andrews takes ... Book Review- "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Cody's Rating:

4 Stars

On 1/25 Lee Smith wrote: Title: The NoticerAuthor Andy AndrewsISBN: 978-0-7852-2921-6From the back cover:Poverty. A Failing marriage. Old Age. Lost dreams. A failing business. An unsure future. To the residents of Orange Beach, Alabama, these desperations are dead ends. Hopeless, barren places with no chance of change.But to ... The Noticer

Lee's Rating:

3 Stars

On 1/23 Rachele Posey wrote: Andy Andrews provides inspiration on nearly every page of this book. I was drawn in from the first page which is not a usual occurrence for me. Perspective is something that plagues everyone when it comes to looking through our emotions or scars. This book provides freedom if you are willing to relish ... Power of Perspective

Rachele's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/22 Claudia Pate wrote: If you are breathing, you are still alive. If you are alive … you have not completed what you were put on earth to do. If your purpose has not yet been fulfilled, then the most important part of your life has not yet been lived. With these words, Jones gives hope to Willow Callaway ... Book Review: The Noticer

Claudia's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/20 Timothy Kirkpatrick wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews This is one of the best quick reads I have come across in awhile.  Andy mixes truth, fiction, allegory and humor to keep you guessing and turning the pages. I read 80 pages in one night and finished it the next.  Rarely will a book engage me like this one did. If ... The Noticer” Book Review

Timothy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 1/15 Mike Knott wrote: The NoticerAndy AndrewsThis is the story of a wandering "homeless" man named Jones who offers wisdom and advice to anyone he comes across that finds themselves in a particularly difficult or unfortunate part of life. It just so happens that in this story, every character is going through something, ... Book #1...

Mike's Rating:

2 Stars

On 1/14 Debbie Taylor wrote: The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, was a fascinating read. From the first few paragraphs I was completely drawn in and found myself anxious to keep reading. Set in Alabama, it’s the story of Andy and his encounters with a man, only known as “Jones.” When Andy and Jones meet, Andy is homeless and ... Book Review: The Noticer

Debbie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/14 Kim Wien wrote: I recently finished reading this really fun book. The author has an interesting style of challenging his readers to look at their lives from a different perspective. It sometimes felt like a cross between a fiction and non-fiction book as I tried to decide if the author was telling of his own experiences ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Kim's Rating:

4 Stars

On 1/12 Tina Busick wrote: I found The Noticer by Andy Andrews compelling from start to finish. I wanted to keep flipping the pages as I found myself drowning in the story. I read this on a Sunday afternoon - a perfect way to start the week. I am not a follower of Andy Andrews, I had never heard of the guy before this book, so ... Give yourself a Sunday afternoon...

Tina's Rating:

4 Stars

On 1/12 Tara Mitchell wrote: I enjoyed this book. For me, it was thought provoking. It reminded me that my day-to-day outlook on life can be changed with just a small shift in my perspective. It was a bit predictable, but I enjoyed it just the same. The book did take on a bit of a "Jesus helping the needy" feel, but it was a ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Tara's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/9 Heather Humrichouse wrote: When I agreed to review The Noticer I thought it was truly a work of fiction, yet once I got into it I found it's a mix of "based-on-a-true story", fiction, and allegory.I wouldn't call this a "story," I would call it a collection of essays revolving around an elderly man named Jones and the wisdom he ... The Noticer

Heather's Rating:

2 Stars

On 1/6 A M Jenner wrote: A homeless man named Andy meets an old man who notices the smallest details about people. The man, who admits no other name than “Jones”, gives Andy advice and the tools he needs to make a success of his life. Years later, Andy encounters Jones again, and tries to find out more about him. He discovers ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

A M's Rating:

2 Stars

On 1/6 Jaclyn Widdoes wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is about an old man named Jones, not Mr. Jones, just Jones. Jones calls himself a noticer, somebody who notices things that the ordinary person doesn’t take the time to see. He calls it a gift and uses his gift to help other people gain a little perspective on their current ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jaclyn's Rating:

4 Stars

On 1/5 Alicia Lourens wrote: I had the privilege of reading The Noticer:Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective by Andy Andrews. I really had no idea what I was going to be in for, and I have to say that I was pleasantly surprised...for the most part. I dove right into the book for the first half and sadly found myself ... The Noticer

Alicia's Rating:

4 Stars

On 1/4 Cinella Reyes wrote: Want a book to keep you captivated and want to know more about an influential person in your life? Andy Andrews does a phenomenal job in his newest book, "The Noticer." It starts off with the story of what seems to be the author, Andy Andrews, and then it introduces an old man and startles "Andy." To ... We all need a little presepective

Cinella's Rating:

5 Stars

On 1/4 Patrick Stewart wrote: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. The Noticer is a story about a man named Jones who seems to show up at just the right time to give some helpful advice to individuals. Jones, a homeless man, travels with a suitcase and a wealth of knowledge. He’s the type of individual that ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Patrick's Rating:

3 Stars

On 1/3 Hal Hunter wrote: There are some things you encounter that seem so simple, so obvious, that there is no surprise in them. Wonder and admiration perhaps, but no surprise. A lever is simple and obvious, but when applied in the right place and at the right time, can apply tremendous force, moving the seemingly ... The Noticer - a book by Andy Andrews

Hal's Rating:

4 Stars

On 1/2 John E. Smith wrote: The Noticer is about Jones, an old man who notices things about the way we interpret and respond to events and other people . . . and then he shares what he sees and hears with individuals at critical points in their lives. How all this works is revealed through a series of interactions with different ... "The Noticer" by Andrey Andrews

John E.'s Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/29 Stephen Ringl wrote: I recently joined the Book Review Bloggers and received an e-book for The Noticer by Andy Andrews.The Noticer flipped back and forth for me between scenes that I greatly enjoyed reading and long drawn out conversations that really didn't add much to the characters. Overall I enjoyed the book, but felt ... What I Noticed

Stephen's Rating:

4 Stars

On 12/23 Tammy Moore wrote: This is a story about a man named Jones (or Garcia, or Chen...however he appears to people). Jones comes into people's lives when they need a friend, some guidance, some perspective. The story is set in a town in Alabama where Jones moves in and out of lives. This book shares a few stories of the lives ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Tammy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 12/21 Carol Cool wrote: "Gas at the corner of 462 and Strasburg Pike is only $3.37. Thought you would want to know so you can fill up," said Les's message one day last summer. "Only $3.37?!" Interesting that we found that a great price. Now, when our local gas price is $1.98 a gallon, that $3.37 is ridiculous. Three years ... t's All a Matter of Perspective

Carol's Rating:

4 Stars

On 12/21 Sandy Reynolds wrote: This book was on the Thomas Nelson blogger review site for some time before I requested a copy to review. I asked for a copy because I had read some interesting comments on the book and I was looking for something inspiring to read. Inspiration was what I got. This simple story is full of wisdom around ... Need Perspective

Sandy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 12/19 Janet Oberholtzer wrote: This is one sweet book - in a genre all of its own, described as - a blend of fiction, allegory and inspiration, seasoned with a dash of autobiography. I think I will be buying one for each of my college-age boys. Great advice in it about keeping the right perspective in life, especially during tough ... Book Review - The Noticer

Janet's Rating:

4 Stars

On 12/19 Karin Taylor wrote: Your chance to regroup, take a breath, and begin your life againawaits in the simple wisdom and heartwarming story of a man named Jones.It's not very often that you come across a book that is equal parts self-help, motivational, inspiration and heartwarming tale. But that is exactly what Andy Andrews ... Review: The Noticer

Karin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/16 Debbie Lester wrote: Book Description courtesy of Thomas NelsonA moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift.Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving ... Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Debbie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/15 anne graff wrote: The story is set in the southern small town of Orange Beach, Alabama. Andy is a young man in his late teens experiencing depression and hopelessness along with being physically without a home. Jones, a white haired old man with steely blue eyes, shows up what seems out of nowhere and changes Andy's life ... review for Thomas Nelson Publishing/book review

anne's Rating:

4 Stars

On 12/14 Patricia McAdoo wrote: Great eye opener book. It really opened my eyes yo different ways of looking at life. He showed and shared things that I never thought of and made it seemed so simple and easy. Several times I had to wonder if I was reading a nonfiction book because what Jones was saying seemed so real for what we ... Eye opener

Patricia's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/13 Rev. Mancy Gant wrote: The book's key figure goes by the name Jones. He's an elderly older man who seems to appear in peoples lives when they are in a very dark place in their lives. His words of wisdom causes one to self-reflect continuously, with revererate echos of memories times past. Jones is the noticer who drops in/out ... The Noticer: Andy Andrews

Rev. Mancy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/12 Katelyn Collison wrote: This book is inspiring. The main character, Jones, is a classic grandfather character. The kind of character you are drawn to without much thought, because he reminds you so much of home and comfort. As you read this story, you follow Jones along on his journey with many different people. Each person ... The Noticer

Katelyn's Rating:

4 Stars

On 12/12 Renee' McMichael wrote: The book centers around the concept that we each have a choice of how to view our lives and it encourages us to choose our perspective wisely. I found this book to be a nice story but it was rather hard for me to get into this book and finish it. The story is full of good, common ideals and thoughts ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Renee''s Rating:

2 Stars

On 12/10 Tammy Gould wrote: I had a difficult time getting hooked on this book. I did not find it to be a page-turner or a thrilling adventure story. It is a simple story about having the choice to look at our circumstances under a different light. During this season of my life, I needed to hear this simple truth again. We do not ... The Noticer

Tammy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 12/9 Elizabeth Duan wrote: Note: This book review was done as part of the Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers program. For more information on this program, please click the widget at the side of my blog.I really enjoyed reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews. It is a story of a man whose life was changed by a man named Jones, who ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Elizabeth's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/8 Timothy John Agulto wrote: It all happen in an ordinary town filled with ordinary people with ordinary problems, which we all do encounter somewhere in our life. When something extraordinary struck this small town when an old man involuntarily touches everybody’s heart and getting himself involved in solving their unnoticed ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Timothy John's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/7 Robert Worstell wrote: One of these great "mystery" stories where an unknown person is able to make changes in another's life simply through noticing and commenting. But the key point here is that our mysterious "Jones" helps his chosen subject to notice thing for themselves... Noticing your own life - from a different perspective

Robert's Rating:

3 Stars

On 12/7 Perry Perkins wrote: As a writer, there aren’t very many books that I can’t put down once I start reading. The Noticer, however, was one of them. Read it cover-to-cover in one sitting, and then went right back to page one. This is an amazing book, and it will open your eyes to the true meaning of servant leadership. ... The Noticer

Perry's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/7 Casey Pitts wrote: Perspective allows us to step back and see the bigger picture.To be honest, I wasn't sure what to expect from Andy Andrews book, The Noticer. What could a stranger notice that would be so life changing?The man called Jones weaves in and out of the lives of normal people beginning with Andy. To the couple ... Read It ~ Share It: The Noticer

Casey's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/4 Melanie McKinnon wrote: As my first book as a review blogger, I was pleasantly surprised that Andy Andrews had this book available. I've heard great things about The Traveler's Gift and wondered what this book could even be about. The Noticer is a wonderfully inspirational book that comes straight from Andy's real life. It ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews Review

Melanie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 12/1 Samantha Johnson wrote: "The Noticer" written by Andy Andrews is really a tough one for me to review. To those who have been following this blog, I am part of the Bloggers' Review Program of Thomas Nelson Publishers. A reader's reaction to the book will generally be categorized into two: it is either you really love it or ... Pleasant But Recycled Wisdom

Samantha's Rating:

3 Stars

On 11/26 Tanyia Deskins wrote: I was so pleased to receive the opportunity to review this book, from the Thomas Nelson: Book Review Bloggers company. I was looking forward to reading it and let me tell you I was not disappointed.Here is a product description direct from Amazon:A new story of common wisdom from the bestselling author ... The Noticer - Book Review

Tanyia's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/23 Christie Hagerman wrote: I love a good read, and I recently finished The Noticer by Andy Andrews. I'd not gotten to read his first book, The Traveler's Gift, so jumped at the chance for this one. I got this as a free e-book (which makes it all the sweeter), and read it on my phone. (Have I mentioned lately how thankful I ... Book Review

Christie's Rating:

3 Stars

On 11/22 Hope Lyman wrote: The town of Orange Beach, Alabama is an average small town on the surface. Unseen by others, though, everyone has their own problems. One day an older man, Jones, comes by. Jones has been given a gift: the gift of helping people get the right perspective. I started reading this book unsure of how I would ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews-A Little Perspective

Hope's Rating:

4 Stars

On 11/22 Nettie Fick wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is page-turning book on perspective. Young Andy meets Jones, an old, homeless man that has a gift of noticing certain aspects of people’s life and assisting them to gain perspective. The chapters each share how Jones assist various people with gaining perspective on various ... I wish the story could go on forever

Nettie 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 11/18 Diana Sullivan wrote: I had the pure DELIGHT of reading this book just recently. Honestly, I was initially not that interested with the title or the packaging however, this is truly a book you cannot judge by its cover! From the moment I started to read I was hooked! The story is an intermingled perspective around the an ... a delight

Diana's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/16 Brad McKinney wrote: This is a great book, definitely gave me “perspective” in my life. My favorite books are those that have great insight through stories. Most of the stories in this book revolve around relationships with others, as well as relationships with one self. My favorite story is the one about the main character, and how he ... The Noticier By Andy Andrews

Brad's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/15 Karla Cook wrote: One more review for a Thomas Nelson book.I'm not particularly fond of obviously allegorical stories. Unfortunately, The Noticer by Andy Andrews, falls into that category. Rather than a novel, it is more like a series of short stories. In each chapter the main character runs into a mysterious old man ... The Noticer - review

Karla's Rating:

2 Stars

On 11/14 Sharon Seeberger wrote: Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews Master story teller Andy Andrews combines the best of personal growth teaching, including Chapman's 5 Love Languages, in an Og Mandino style. Jones, a symbol of Jesus, with the ability to relate to anyone from any background in any culture and language, with ... The Power of Attention

Sharon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/13 Ginny Blankenship wrote: I don't know if you noticed or not, but down the page a little on the right hand side is a little box that announces that I am a Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger.  "Okay," you are thinking, "so what?"  I don't know if I have shared with you or not the fact that I love to read.  Actually, ... Sunflowers on the Bookshelf

Ginny's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/11 Doretta Mills wrote: This is a very easy read but it is filled with a wonderful philosophy on perspective. It is a book that needs to be digested slowly in order to gain the full benefits of the wisdom contained in its pages. Jones, not Mr. Jones, is a gentle old man that visits people in their darkest hours. He helps them ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Doretta's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/11 Malinda Detweiler wrote: I belong to Thomas Nelson Blogger reviewers. The book that I am reading now is The Noticer by Andy Andrews. In the first chapters two things struck me, One is this quote" Why does everyone think that when people say that God will put a person after His own heart where He wants him to be that ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Malinda's Rating:

4 Stars

On 11/10 Allison Havemann wrote: In reviewing "The Noticer" for Thomas Nelson Book Reviews, I found this lovely, easy to read, fiction novel to be a wonderfully heartwarming book to cozy up with. Throughout the novel, we follow a gentleman named "Jones" who simply helps people through his words and deeds as they struggle with marriages, ...

Allison's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/10 Richele McFarlin wrote: A book that makes you take notice! Andy Andrews gives us a book that will motivate you to get a new perspective that will change your life. Written like an old friend telling you a story, you will find yourself unable to put this book down. I wasn't sure what to expect from this book when I began to ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Richele's Rating:

4 Stars

On 11/9 Tammy Willyard wrote: The story begins with 23 year old Andy Andrews as a spiritually destitute young man who was living underneath a pier at Gulf State Park down in the Gulf Coast. He had gone down there after the deaths of his parents, his mother died of cancer years earlier and his father died in a traffic accident not ... BOOK REVIEW "THE NOTICER" By ANDY ANDREWS

Tammy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/9 Penny Henry wrote: This is a fiction book that goes through the hard times in several lives. When things seemed to spiral out of control in each life, an old man named Jones showed up to ‘talk them off the ledge”. He helped a hopeless homeless man find hope and turn his life around. And he helped many others through ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Penny's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/8 Marilyn Magallanes wrote: “I am a noticer,” he said. “It is my gift. While others may be able to sing well or run fast, I notice things that other people overlook. And, you know, most of them are in plain sight.” The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, is a wonderful and rewarding book. An elder man named Jones, whose character ... The Noticer

Marilyn's Rating:

4 Stars

On 11/8 Amy Morrow wrote: The Noticer is a semi-biographical story by motivational speaker Andy Andrews. It is set in Alabama and is about a man named Jones and his interactions with the community. A bit of a mystery man he leaves quite an impact in his wake. I think readers have to determine for themselves if this is fact or ... The Noticer

Amy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 11/5 Tammie Gonzalez wrote: I just finished reading a fantastic book I want to recommend to all of you. Its called The Noticer, by Andy Andrews. Andrews does a fantastic job of interspersing real life advice through this story of an older gentleman named Jones...not Mr. Jones, just Jones. Jones makes his way through Orange Beach, ... Book Review- The Noticer

Tammie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 11/5 Kevin Matthews wrote: Rating: 3 out of 5 Stars. Based on a true story, ‘The Noticer’ tells the story of a mysterious old man known simply as ‘Jones,’ who seems to have the ability to turn up when needed most. In the midst of a crisis, Jones is there to provide ‘perspective.’ Jones is ‘the noticer,’ an ... ‘The Noticer,’ by Andy Andrews

Kevin's Rating:

3 Stars

On 11/4 Jaime-Lynne Farrell wrote: This is a book review for "The Noticer". Part of being a member of the Thomas Nelson book reviewers. Definitely give their website a look!The NoticerThe story begins with the indroduction to our character (and author) Andy Anderson. He is homeless, jobless, alone, and has nothing to live for. A mysterious ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Jaime-Lynne's Rating:

4 Stars

On 11/3 Theresa Dunlap wrote: The Noticer: Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective.by Andy AndrewsRating: 5 out of 5 starsRecommended reading: EveryoneA mysterious old man, who calls himself "Jones, not Mr. Jones, just Jones", has a very unique habit of showing up in people's lives just when things look their worst. ... The Noticer Book Review

Theresa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 11/2 Christina Wheeler wrote: It's not a bad story. Honestly it's pretty sweet, and I'm sure that many people will find exactly what they need in here. I agree absolutely with the tagline, "Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective." I just couldn't get into it myself. Andy Andrews is a funny, interesting guy, and it bums ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews Book Review

Christina's Rating:

3 Stars

On 11/1 Rachel Britz wrote: I found the book to be a very short, simple read. The main character Jones, not Mr. Jones, but just plain Jones was this harmonious blend of Gary Chapman meets Mr.Rogers. A life coach who kept hanging around the same neighborhood, dropping in on people who were in need of a fresh new perspective in their ... Gary Chapman meets Mr.Rogers

Rachel's Rating:

3 Stars

On 10/31 Jonathon Kosec wrote: Noted humorist and now best selling author Andy Andrews delights the reader with a tale of meeting a man named simply "Jones." As the characters interact with Jones, each one finds the one thing that they were lacking in their human situations- perspective. Andrews does a fascinating weave of the story ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jonathon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/31 Emily Wylie wrote: This book is a fictional account of the journey of one man from homeless to success. It recounts the author's encounter with a mentor, Jones, who is able to provide a different perspective on life and circumstances that can consume, confuse and sometimes even control a person's life. The book covers, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Emily's Rating:

2 Stars

On 10/31 Beth Walker wrote: I just finished my second book as a book reviewer for Tommy Nelson Publishing.  I haven't read any books by Andy Andrews before this, but upon completion of this book I promptly ordered his book The Traveler's Gift from the Library.As far as a fiction book goes, Andrew's is an excellent writer. ... Book Review: The Noticer

Beth's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/31 Dorothy ADamek wrote: Are you a ‘glass half empty’ or ‘glass half full’ kind of person? Do you notice things from their ‘Oh no’ potential or their “Oh wow” possibilities? Last weekend at the Agape Women's Retreat I read a Thomas Nelson book called The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, award winning writer and speaker. ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Dorothy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/30 Jim Kane wrote: (Acknowledgement: This is review is done as part of the Thomas Nelson, the publisher of this book, Blogger Review Program. In exchange for a free electronic copy of this book that I get to keep, I agreed to read the book and then write a review of the book that is posted to my blog ... Review of Andy Andrew’s The Noticer

Jim's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/29 Denica McCall wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews With all the pain and problems we experience as a society in our private and public lives, much of our time is spent searching for answers and solutions. Some give up hope unless someone happens to come along and redirect their vision and ultimately change their life. ... Book Review

Denica's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/29 Alexia Denson wrote: I really enjjoyed this book. I don't believe anyone really considers the word "perspective". It's surprising how Andy Andrews was able to take a situation that may seem difficult to us and turn into something good. You really found yourself relating to each of his characters in a very personal way. The ... Perspective is a good thing...

Alexia's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/29 Jennifer Self wrote: A mysterious old man keeps popping up when and where he is least expected. He claims he has the gift of noticing things others overlook and that "all a person needs is a little perspective." He quickly endears himself to the townspeople and positive changes result. Best-selling author, Andy Andrews, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jennifer's Rating:

3 Stars

On 10/26 Scott Wilson wrote: This is the story of Andy and Jones. Andy is a young man with no family, no home, and no future. Aside from the occasional odd job, his life is without hope or meaning. That is until Jones, an older man who is a self proclaimed 'noticer', or someone who notices the often missed and overlooked, enters ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Scott's Rating:

1 Stars

On 10/23 Terra Emerson wrote: I read this book a few months ago and yet I am still rolling quotes from its pages in my brain. This compelling novel, frankly shocked me. It was not at all what I expected - the message it sent was so deep, so real so uplifting and yet it was neatly tucked between the lines of what I would call an everyday ... It's all about perspective

Terra's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/23 Jeanette Blackson wrote: Title: The NoticerAuthor: Andy AndrewsAge: Teen thru AdultGender: Male or FemaleSummary: This is the first book I have read by author Andy Andrews and it will NOT be the last! I picked up this book free through Thomas Nelson's Book Review Blogger Club (well I actually downloaded it onto my Sony e-Book ... The Noticer

Jeanette's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/20 Michelle Albertson wrote: The Noticer Andy AndrewsThomas Nelson PublisherI have absolutely and without a doubt found my new favorite book. Just looking at the cover of the book, it seems to draw you in -- with a title like "The Noticer" and a picture of a suitcase -- makes you wonder what on earth the book could be about! Well, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Michelle's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/20 April Jenkins wrote: The Noticer is the newest novel by Andy Andrews. The residents of Orange Beach, Alabama appear to be your average all Americans, complete with marital issues, financial struggles, depression, and general lost of hope. Their hope is about to be restored in the form of a mysterious drifter, simply called ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

April's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/20 Jaymie Dieterle wrote: [I am a reviewer for Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger Program. I received an electronic copy of this book to read and review with no promise of a positive review.]Jones is a mysterious man. He's there for awhile and then disappears. He always has on the same clothes, and carries the same briefcase. ... WEDNESDAY: The Noticer

Jaymie's Rating:

2 Stars

On 10/19 Laurie Russell wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews Book Review Andy Andrews new book, The Noticer, is a great read. I initially began reading this book thinking it would be a heartwarming story, one of those books that you like to read at night before going to bed. However, this book is so much more. The story line is an ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Laurie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/19 TJ Reid wrote: Everyone loves a story.  Jesus told parables to open people up to deeper truths.  Andy opens us up through the life of his main character named Jones.  Jones is an old man who seems to show up in people’s lives to help them along and gain perspective on their situations.  As you read, you begin ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

TJ's Rating:

3 Stars

On 10/19 Jody Faul wrote: The Noticer is about a kind, mysterious, old man, named Jones, who has an uncanny ability to show up whenever someone is at a crossroads in their life, tell them exactly what they need to hear, and guide them in the direction they need to go. For Jones, life is all in how you choose to look at it, and ... Book Review: The Noticer, by Andy Andrews

Jody's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/18 Janet Hovis wrote: I really want to meet Jones. I first heard about him on a Sunday afternoon while reading a book called “The Noticer”. Once I started reading the book, I couldn't put it down until I was finished. It was a quick and easy read, a heartwarming yet profound story that I will definitely read again. We ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Janet's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/18 Missy McClure wrote: “The Noticer” is the newest book from author Andy Andrews. It is the story of main character, Andy, and a man called Jones. I was really excited to see this new book as I loved “The Traveler’s Gift” by Mr. Andrews. The book reads as if Mr. Andrews is telling his own story and I thoroughly ... “The Noticer”

Missy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/18 Kristal Davis wrote: I have read some great books in my time.  Ones that have left a little of them in my mind or heart.  Ones that make you ponder and may even change you.  I’m sure (I hope) you’ve read some like that too.  This book I reviewed for Thomas Nelson – The Noticer – was another ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews, A Review

Kristal's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/16 Heather Terrell wrote: The title and the cover of this book drew me in right away. I knew it was something I wanted to read. And I am glad I read it. Andy Andrews' book The Noticer is a very easy read, and as I was reading, I wanted nothing more than Jones, the main character, to be my best friend. The book is about the ... The Noticer

Heather's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/14 Gina Francis wrote: The NoticerSometimes, all a person needs is a little perspectiveAndy AndrewsPublisher: Thomas NelsonRelease Date: April 28, 2009format: hardcoverpages: 156Practical Living/non-fiction/Philosophyfrom the publisherA new story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift. Orange ... Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Gina's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/14 Bruce Cox wrote: Just read the latest book, The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, bestselling author of The Traveler's Gift. Thomas Nelson Publishers.It's a great read!Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Bruce's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/14 Amy Armour wrote: I enjoyed this book because it was a quick read. Although it was quick, it certainly stayed with you for a while afterward. A lot of people can relate to the husband and wife, Barry and Jan Hanson. How many families would be saved if a *Jones* came through their lives and had a cup of coffee with ... It's a matter of Perspective

Amy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/13 Lanel Taylor wrote: The Noticer follows a man, Jones, around town as he interacts with various people and changes/impacts their lives. What did I think about the book? I don’t know. I read it, I wasn’t excited about it. I got through it fast but more because I wanted to finish it than because I couldn’t put it ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Lanel's Rating:

3 Stars

On 10/12 Donna Smith wrote: The subtitle says, “Sometimes, all we need is a little perspective.” But how do we get that? In The Noticer, Andy Andrews tells his story, along with the stories of several others of how, once their perspective changed, their actions, and their lives, changed. In Andy’s case, he relates living ... Perspective Plus

Donna's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/12 Amanda Moon wrote: The Noticer is okay. It's not bad, it's not amazingly good. At times it feels like a series of short stories around the the theme of "Jones" rather than a cohesive book about a certain period in Andy's life. The end of the first chapter launches into a resume of Andy's accomplishments in such a way that ... The Noticer Review

Amanda's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/11 Michelle Fitzgerald wrote: I recently became a member for Thomas Nelson’s Book Review Blogger program. For my first book, out of a list of books, I chose `The Noticer` by Andy Andrews. The story is written in first person, the narrator “Andy” lives under a pier. He assumes no one knows that he sleeps under the pier all ... `The Noticer`

Michelle's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/11 Curtis Cecil wrote: My favorite teacher throughout college was a History teacher who made less focal the dates, and more focal the STORY of history. I began to love this class. Each week we would have 1 day that was dedicated to the conspiracy theories that were surrounding the topics we were discussing.Jesus also felt ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews!

Curtis's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/11 Amanda Pelser wrote: Jones.  Not Mr. Jones.  Just Jones.  He comes seemingly from nowhere and disappears just as quickly from this small sleepy Gulf Coast town.  Somehow Jones seems to come at just the right time.  He carries with him a tattered old suitcase…  and a little “perspective.”  He has an ability to show people a different ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Amanda's Rating:

3 Stars

On 10/7 Lindsay Selis wrote: He is one in ten who will look up to smile at a stranger as he walks by. He is one in a million who cares enough to stop and make that stranger's problem his. Jones is that one in a million. Jones is wisdom personified, and also the main character in The Noticer. The book gives him plenty of space in ... Review of The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Lindsay's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/4 Todd Ruth wrote: The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, should most definitely be picked up by everyone. It had my attention from page one to 156. At first glance, I was a little skeptical due to the title. Sounded a little corny. But the book is anything but corny. In fact, the book has great learning moments sprinkled throughout. ... The Noticer Book Review

Todd's Rating:

5 Stars

On 10/2 Monica Froese wrote: The Noticer is one of those books that make you say “humm… I never thought about it like that”. Have you ever been somewhere and an unlikely person had an opportunity to speak into your life and change how you viewed a situation? In the Noticer that man’s name is Jones. Jones was the type of ... My Perspective on The Noticer

Monica's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/1 Kevin Hanson wrote: After I finished my sermon work and all the other end of the week stuff required of any pastor, I read a strange little book called The Noticer by Andy Andrews. It was the perfect book to read on a rainy, fall day with a couple hours to spare.It is a book about perspective.I'm not exactly sure what ... The Noticer - Andy Andrews

Kevin's Rating:

3 Stars

On 10/1 Ge-Anne Bowdoin wrote: I just finished reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews. Though an easy read, Andy Andrews' unique story is not "fluff" by any stretch of the imagination. So many Christian concepts are shared in this narrative that I would highly recommend it to a young, new, or young-at-heart Christian. There are truths ... The Noticer, Andy Andrews

Ge-Anne's Rating:

4 Stars

On 10/1 Sally Hanan wrote: The Noticer reminds me of Dan Miller's writing in a way—the writing in this little book is not as good, but the book is an easy read with deep wisdom in its pages. Sometimes it only takes one sentence to imprint destiny. At times the advice is a bit trite, e.g. the way to get out of depression is ... An Easy Read

Sally's Rating:

3 Stars

On 9/30 Fran Hart wrote: If you've been fortunate enough to meet someone who always seems to distill a situation down to its core elements and offer a point of view that resonates with your soul, then you'll probably recognize that someone in Andy Andrews' novel The Noticer.The Noticer is a heartwarming tale of an apparently ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Fran's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/30 Christi S wrote: Although I read a lot there aren't many books that I would recommend to just about anyone. The Noticer by Andy Andrews is one of the few.Jones an old man of undetermined age and background helps a young homeless man - not by giving a handout but by giving him the tools to improve his life. Later the ... The Noticer

Christi's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/29 Joshua Lake wrote: "Life is like a game of Monopoly. You may own hotels on Boardwalk or you may be renting on Baltic Avenue. But in the end, it all goes back in the box." Mysterious and pithy, Jones was full of advice just like that. Life can be horrific or brimming with hope; it all depends on your perspective, and Jones ... Good, Light Reading

Joshua's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/29 Brandi Garner wrote: Perspective: the faculty of seeing all the relevant data in a meaningful relationship. How often do we, as human beings, look at a situation and only see the surface? When storms brew and wind begins to blow, we have a tendency to seek shelter and hide. We tend to the see stress, negativity, and nothing ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Brandi 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/29 Sarah McQueen wrote: The  Noticer by Andy Andrews can be summed up by an introduction given by the main character, Jones, “I notice things about situations and people that produce perspective.” The book follows his varied connections to members in a small ocean-side town, and the amazing impact his periodic visits ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Sarah's Rating:

2 Stars

On 9/26 Sarah Gagan wrote: Written by the best-selling author of The Traveler’s Gift, The Noticer is an amazingly moving tale of the influence of a man named Jones as he floats in and out of the community of Orange Beach Alabama. Mysterious and elusive, Jones seems to encounter residents just as they are privately facing some ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Sarah's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/24 Michelle George wrote: I listened through the book in a single sitting last week while I was waiting for my eyes to recover after surgery. I can imagine that if I had a paper copy, it would be one of those books that I would not have been able to put down. The Noticer was a funny mix of what appeared to be a fiction and non-fiction ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Michelle's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/24 Christine Plaisted wrote: This is one of those rare books that all you can do is read and read until its finished, and when you're done, you want more. I started reading this book yesterday morning and finished it just after 5pm. I couldn't put it down, I loved it that much!This book has touched my soul and my spirit and made ... The Noticer by Andy Andrew

Christine's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/24 Lisa Lickel wrote: This book reminded me a lot of Taylor Caldwell’s old classic, The Listener, with a twist. The Noticer might be free street psychology, dispensed by a godlike figure who, in this story, is an ageless intraracial man in jeans and leather sandals, perhaps less objectionable to some than a large black ... The Noticer

Lisa's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/24 James Arnel Muyco wrote: I am not the type of reader that would randomly pick a book in my visit to a bookstore . I usually select reads one author at a time at a subject which is reflective on whatever season my life is in.So given a list of random books to choose from, I hesitated at first but finally chose The Noticer.Who ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

James Arnel's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/23 Darlene Burt wrote: While I was packing to move recently, I read a great book called The Noticer by Andy Andrews. It was a good book for me to read at the time because I needed perspective and that't what this book is all about really - looking at a situation through a different lens than you had previously. It is written ... The Noticer

Darlene's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/23 Shannon Toussaint wrote: Jones is a Noticer, this man that wanders into a person’s life, a mysterious old man that no one really knows much about, but a man whose mindset is desperately needed in many people’s lives. He offers perspective, something we often lose sight of in life situations. He asks questions, answers ... Andy Andrews’ The Noticer

Shannon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/23 Amy Nabors wrote: Based on a true story, Andy Andrews in The Noticer introduces us to Jones, an enigmatic old man who “notices” things about people.  Set in Orange Beach, Alabama we meet Jones as he helps Andy gain a little perspective about his current homeless situation. From struggling marriages to businesses ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Amy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/22 Cassandra Frear wrote: The Noticer opens with the riveting scene of a young man who has lost both his parents, made some bad decisions, and found himself homeless. At a moment of private anguish, a stranger named Jones suddenly appears to offer him "a little perspective." The mysterious counselor claims to have no special ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Cassandra's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/22 Brooke Fradd wrote: The Noticer starts off with a tale of a Andy, young man struggling through life. Both of his parents have passed away and his opportunities are few - he lives under a pier taking spare food from vacant vacation homes.The real story, however, is about Jones, the title character in book. Jones enters ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Brooke's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/22 Bonnie Redfern wrote: I recently became a book reviewer for Thomas Nelson Publishing.  From time to time you will find a book review here on my blog.  Here is my first one.Life will never be the same for the folks who live in one small Gulf Coast town. The transformation of these individuals begins the day Jones ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Bonnie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/22 Mela S. wrote: Rating: 4/5 This book follows the inhabitants of a small community, their respective struggles, and an old man called Jones who arrives, offers his wisdom, and teaches the various residents about how to look at situations from different perspectives. These residents face situations and ask the same questions ... “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews

Mela's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/18 Greg Darley wrote: I finished reading Andy Andrew’s latest book  The Noticer and I thought it was a great read. If you are familiar with Andy’s books, it was right in line as far as content, flow and feeling.  The story is set in Orange Beach, Alabama, supposedly where Andy grew up. It’s a part fiction part biography ... The Noticer-Book Review

Greg's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/18 rochelle fernandez wrote: The Noticer By Andy Andrews Review by: Rochelle First let me start this off with what a wonderful and rewarding book. This book has given me a lot of inspiration in ways that I can change my life and to make some things better. This book starts out strong and keeps you going, where you can’t put ... The Noticer

rochelle's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/17 Stormi Johnson wrote: The Noticer is a book that is a fiction book filled with the right blend of allegory, inspiration and true story. Andy Andrews takes you inside the small town of Orange Beach, Alabama and introduces you to a man name Jones, not Mr. Jones, just Jones. Jones is a noticer and he notices things about people ... The Best book of the Year!

Stormi's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/16 Karlene Jacobsen wrote: “All you need is a little perspective,” is the famous phrase used by an old man named Jones. Not Mr.—just Jones. “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews is the story—a mix of truth and fiction—of a man who encounters a stranger named Jones during the lowest point of his life. The man shows Andy ... The Noticer

Karlene's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/16 Joy Holt wrote: This book was all about perspective, which is how you look at things and how you look at life. A story of how one man changed a little community by changing their perspective. The book's main charterer is Jones who is an elderly man who steps into peoples' lives when they are most in need. He becomes ... Book Review - The Noticer By Andy Andrews

Joy's Rating:

3 Stars

On 9/16 Erik DiVietro wrote: In The Noticer, Andy Andrews spins a series of parables about one of God’s messengers named simply Jones. Jones interacts with the narrator throughout the book, tying together his encounters with other people in the small town on the Gulf Coast. Jones wanders the town, disappearing for decades at a stretch but never aging. He ... Book Review – The Noticer

Erik's Rating:

3 Stars

On 9/15 James Quiggle wrote: There has been a surge lately in the Christian Self-Help market, filled with well-meaning people, Pastor’s usually, who are trying to capitalize on the very profitable small-group Bible-study trend.  The usual fare is very straight-forward, with the author expounding seven to twelve items (rules, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

James's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/12 Jennifer Sikora wrote: I just finished reading a book about a man named Jones. This book will have you glued from page one until the end. It's not like other christian living books where they give you scripture and read it and they tell you what you possible could glean from that.This book however, allows you to see a man, ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jennifer's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/11 Mara Burke wrote: I just finished reading “The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective” by Andy Andrews, published by Thomas Nelson. What a wonderful book, an easy read, but one that gives the reader cause to think. The book claims to be based on a true story, so I thought it was like an autobiography ... “The Noticer” Book Review

Mara's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/11 David Seven wrote: I read this book as a Book Review Blogger at Thomas Nelson.   The book centres around a mysterious drifter named Jones (no Mr, no other name) who wanders from place to place in a small coastal town, armed only with his brown suitcase, and his gift of “noticing things”. Jones moves in and out of people’s ... The Noticer : Andy Anderson

David's Rating:

3 Stars

On 9/10 Rebecca Lawrence wrote: The Noticer written by Andy Andrews and published by Thomas Nelson, is a compelling book in which the reader is carried along into the encouraging and thought provoking lives of people in a small town. The book is centered on a strange man called Jones who uses sometimes bizarre tactics to draw the characters ... Simply Jones

Rebecca's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/9 Justin Fung wrote: At the start of the book, young Andy is homeless and hopeless. But an encounter with a mysterious old man by the name of Jones changes all that as Jones shows Andy a different way of looking at life, a way of noticing, that will forever change his perspective and through this, his life. ... The Noticer: Review

Justin's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/9 Craig Lee wrote: Book: The Noticer Author: Andy Andrews Once again Andy Andrews does a great job of crafting a good principle for life into a story about life. While on vacation this year I was challenged to read Andy’s book The Traveler’s Gift. I came away from that reading encouraged, educated and challenged, ... The Noticer is a great follow up to The Traveler's Gift, Great!

Craig's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/9 Jared Altic wrote: The NoticerSometimes, All A Person Needs Is A Little PerspectiveBy Andy AndrewsA kind but mysterious stranger visits the lives of people in Orange Beach, Alabama, at critical moments in their lives. He gives them what he calls "perspective" and it saves their marriages, their relationships, and their ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jared's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/8 Rhonda Cason wrote: Have you ever felt lost and without direction?  Has there ever been something missing in your life that you just couldn’t put a finger on?  Perhaps all you needed was just a little perspective.  That’s all the people of Orange Beach, Alabama needed. In his book The Noticer, Andy Andrews ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Rhonda's Rating:

3 Stars

On 9/8 Debbie Crawford wrote: This was an awesome book! It is fiction but has the feel of a true-to-life story during the read. The author takes his account of an elderly gentleman who is, over a period of time, befriending "needy" individuals and sharing his wisdom and insight with each of them. Each chapter highlights a new person ... BOOK REVIEW #1 - The Noticer

Debbie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/7 Jonathan Esterman wrote: "The Noticer," by Andy Andrews, is a simple fictional story about a man named Jones. Not Mr. Jones, just Jones. He calls himself a Noticer, someone gifted in noticing things in life – very much so from a different perspective than those in the situation. He travels through several individual's lives ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jonathan's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/7 Nikki Mitchell wrote: I had a hard time choosing my next book to read and so I started to read all of the other reviews of this book and was still unsure. My daughter told me this one looked good so I decided to pick it. I am glad I did not go off of other reviews they seemed to miss the point of this book. Or maybe God wanted ... the Noticer by Andy Andrews

Nikki 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/7 Terry Lynch wrote: Do you need to be inspired? Do you need to have someone come along side you and encourage you? Do you need to view life through someone else’s eyes? This is what you will get when you read The Noticer. I enjoyed The Noticer. The plot is not complicated and the character development is simple and ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Terry's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/7 Eric Taylor wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a great book on perspective. It tells about a man named Jones. It's set in a small gulf coast beach community... in fact, I think I've vacationed in that very spot! Jones encounters people at low points in their lives and he brings a different, very fresh perspective to ... The Noticer Review

Eric's Rating:

3 Stars

On 9/7 Michael Raburn wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a collection of folk wisdom, life skills and strategies, and common sense wrapped around an interesting character named Jones (no Mr.). If you have read Gary Chapman, Dale Carnegie, Stephen Covey, et al, you will recognize some of the sources of Jones' wisdom (though Andrews ... The Noticer: good folk wisdom, not necessarily Christian

Michael's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/6 Mike Morris wrote: This is a book that people are talking about, and I can see why. It’s an encouraging book that is easy to read. It was also the first book that I read on my Kindle, so I was surprised to find myself so caught up in the story. Great fiction stories have the ability to transport you into another ... Challenging and Motivational

Mike's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/6 Tina Bennett wrote: Andy is a guy down on his luck living under a bridge in Orange Beach, Alabama. Depression and fear grip Andy but just when fear and hopelessness are about to tangle him up he meets Jones an old guy with white hair wearing jeans and flip flops. Under the that bridge Mike sees the first glimpse of Jones ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Tina's Rating:

3 Stars

On 9/6 AnnieLaurie Walters wrote: Sometimes, All A Person Needs Is A Little Perspective Have you ever read a book that was just what you needed at just the time you needed it?  Well for this, this weekend, that book was “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews. Work has been really hectic and stressful the past several weeks.  I have been so focused ... Book Review: “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews

AnnieLaurie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/4 Steve Blumer wrote: I have to be honest that I’m not the kind that’s much up for a fiction book, but this one caught my eye. It’s based upon a remarkable true story and yet definitely blends itself with fiction, allegory, and some inspiration. The story is of this little town of the Gulf coast. The town is filled ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Steve's Rating:

3 Stars

On 9/4 sergio estrada wrote: Have you ever been in a situation in life that makes you wish to run and live on the top of a mountain for the rest of your days? Have you ever felt so lack of purpose that you really start to believe you were an accident? Have you ever been in need of someone explaining you why is it that life is so ... I want to be a Noticer!

sergio's Rating:

5 Stars

On 9/3 Leaving a Mark wrote: A sage once declared that the purposes of a man’s heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out. Jones is this type of man. Or, maybe he isn’t a man at all. Maybe he’s an alien. Or an angel. Or a ghost. While it is difficult to describe who exactly he is, it is far easier ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Leaving a's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/2 Janalyn Voigt wrote: A homeless young man weeps in despair as he hides in a crude shelter beneath a pier. A couple, disappointed in marriage, faces the prospect of divorce. A landscaper too busy to take his wife's phone calls still makes time to fleece his customers. A businessman on the brink of bankruptcy makes the decision ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews (Thomas Nelson Publishers)

Janalyn's Rating:

4 Stars

On 9/2 tonya prater wrote: Several years ago, I read The Traveler's Gift by Andy Andrews.  I enjoyed it so much that I began to read it to my husband and children for a family read aloud each night at bedtime.  With the memory of that book in mind, when I saw a new title, The Noticer by Andy Andrews, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrew, a Book Review

tonya 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/31 Christine Spooner wrote: This book is based on an old man named Mr. Jones, a.k.a "The Noticer". Throughout the book he appears in people's lives at important moments when they need direction. It is a story of vignettes of Mr. Jones interacting with people. I picked up this book after having one of the worst years of my life. ... Change Your Perspective

Christine's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/31 Joshua Yoder wrote: The Noticer is an interesting book about a man named Jones. Jones is an older man who has a remarkable gift, the gift of perception. He is able to perceive things that most others are not able to see. He is a homeless drifter who has an uncanny ability to meet people in their most desperate of times. ... The Noticer

Joshua's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/31 Brooke Johnson wrote: I don't know why I've had such a hard time getting through this book. I mean, it's a true story (something I tend to love) and should have spurred my interest a bit more, I think. I'm leaving it be for now and hoping I'll like it again another time... Book Review Blogger: The Noticer

Brooke's Rating:

2 Stars

On 8/31 Alan Danielson wrote: I read a book recently called The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective by Andy Andrews. It’s short book published by Tyndale is easy to read and engaging. I can’t say that it was a earth shattering read, but I did enjoy it. The book is a mish mash of several stories all connected... Book Review: The Noticer

Alan's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/31 david manafo wrote: Life is about being aware. So is relationships, decisions, and most every situation. The Noticer is an important reminder that awareness is needed and must be sought after and developed. Andy Andrews helps us walk in that direction. Read it for pleasure or need, and enjoy......................... ... The Noticer (short book review)

david's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/30 On Various wrote: The Noticer summary is "Look on the bright side of life." Starting with the main character being homeless on the beach who sees his own problems but doesn't see he is dining "on surf and turf with an ocean view". A negative view of life doesn't let you evolve, while a good perspective of life gives posibility ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

On's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/29 Ginger Galloway wrote: "Seeing the world through rose colored glasses" may be the parallel to this wonderful book by Andy Andrews. How you see your world, how you live your life, and the joy and satisfaction you get from it... how to change your life is all a matter of changing your perspective. This wonderful story is told ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Ginger's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/27 Tanya Grooms wrote: Perspective-do we have perspective? Or should I say do we have the right perspective? In this book you meet different people who are going through a "crisis" in their lives. Some are hopeless, some are beyond caring, some just cant believe their situation. But in each life they meet a person who changes ... The Noticer

Tanya's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/26 Joseph Alan Melanson wrote: I finished reading Andy Andrews latest novel, The Noticer, just prior to leaving for a mission trip this summer.  The story is set in a small town called Orange Beach, Alabama. (Not that Alabama is known for its beach communities.)  Like any town, there are a number of different issues happening within the communities: poverty, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Joseph Alan's Rating:

2 Stars

On 8/25 Karen Robbins wrote: "I'm a noticer," he said. "It is my gift. While others may be able to sing well or run fast. I notice things that other people overlook. . . I notice things about situations and people that produce perspective. That's what most folks lack--perspective. . ."These words are spoken early in the story of ... Books for the Road -- The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Karen's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/23 Robin Gay wrote: I just finished reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews. Remember Steven Covey's paradigm shift? Not unlike a paradigm shift, a fresh perspective is the key to changing a life in The Noticer. Person after person, all ages and each with different issues have a change of perspective as the main character, ... Andy Andrews~The Noticer

Robin's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/20 Lindsey Frederick wrote: Based on his true-life story, best-selling author and inspirational speaker, Andy Andrews, blends fact and fiction in his allegorical book, The Noticer. The people of Orange Beach, Alabama live ordinary lives, but among them lives a man with an extraordinary gift. Jones, a mysterious transient of indeterminable ... The Noticer

Lindsey's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/20 Stephen Webb wrote: I just finished my role in a story of inspiration and motivation.  It was more than a book, it was a conversation I was included in.  The Noticer by Andy Andrews is fantastic and I absolutely loved it. A man, Jones, weaves in and out of the lives of people in a small town.  He notices ... The Noticer

Stephen's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/19 Jamie Gunderson wrote: 'The Noticer' is a story about a young man trying to find his way in the world when he has lost both of his parents and has no one to rely on. He struggles with being homeless and trying to see anything but the present in his future. Enter Jones, a knowledgeable man who tries to get the young man to ... 'A little Perspective'

Jamie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/18 Casey Cariker wrote: What have you been noticing about your world lately? Do you fly through life only noticing your relationships, your needs, and the things you are interested in? In his book, The Noticer, Andy Andrews does a good job writing an interesting narrative about an elderly homeless person who noticed many ... have you noticed "the noticer"?

Casey 's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/18 Jessica Bolyard wrote: I have just finished reading The Noticer, by Andy Andrews. It was a great read! The story chronicles the life of a man named Jones – no Mr, just Jones – and his encounters with the people of a small Southern coastal town. When Jones enters a life, he brings with him perspective on that life and the ... “The Noticer," by Andy Andrews

Jessica's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/18 Craig McDole wrote: You know, many times when I get books to review, I open them with no thought on how this book could impact. The Noticer, however, changed my mind rather quickly. Andy Andrews draws from not only personal experience, but also tells such a deep story of a small town affected by a simple, humble man named ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Craig's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/17 Stephanie Schumm wrote: If the charismatic, ‘god-wants-us-to-be-prosperous!’ Joel Osteen were to ever feel the Lords prodding to bless the world with a novel, it could probably be something accurately compared to this book: ‘The Noticer’, a story in which its main character, Jesus…. I mean – Jones, a mysterious ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Stephanie's Rating:

2 Stars

On 8/15 Kathleen Smith wrote: Ever wonder why some things just come spiraling down around you, like an avalance and you are standing directly in its path? Why do all these horrible things keep happening to me? Perhaps I should just throw in the towel, give up, walk away, end it all, no one would miss me when I am gone anyway right? Homeless. ... Life Changing Wisdom

Kathleen's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/15 Stephen Elder wrote: The latest book from Andy Andrews, The Noticer, makes it quite clear how valuable perspective is in our lives. The main character, “Jones”, is a guy that notices things that others often miss. This book follows Jones as he interacts with various people of a place called Orange Beach, bringing each ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Stephen's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/14 Kevin Gilbert wrote: "It is in the valley that we slog through the lush grass and rich soil, learning and becoming what enables us to summit life’s next peak." – Jones, The Noticer "The situation in which you find yourself is fraught with difficulty, yes. It is also piled high with benefits." – Jones, The Noticer "Remember, ... My Thoughts on The Noticer - by Andy Andrews

Kevin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/14 Andy Merrick wrote: The Noticer is the fictional account of an old, wise character named Jones who has encounters with people from varied walks of life (teenagers, busy business people, old women, etc). Along the way, Jones dispenses bits of wisdom to each - what he describes as changes in perspective. Without being specific ... Decent Lasy Afternoon Read

Andy's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/12 Jodi Warner wrote: Sometimes, when we are at our lowest, the last thing we want is for someone to notice us. We just want to hide and blend in. The Noticer, set in a small Gulf Coast beach community, casts an array of locals as they interact with “Jones” who notices when they are each in one of these personal low ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews - Book Review

Jodi 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/11 Melissa Smith wrote: I just finished reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews as a blogging book reviewer for the publisher, Thomas Nelson, and kept having the impression that I'd read it before. After looking through a list of books I'd finished in the past months, came to realize that this book is very much like one of his ... The Noticer

Melissa's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/11 Grace Bridges wrote: This is an extraordinary book about a mysterious stranger - one who becomes familiar to the people of a small town in Alabama. We first learn of him through the eyes of Andy as a young man, impoverished and living in a sand hole under a pier. Old Jones gives him books to read, inspiring biographies of ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Grace's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/11 Jerry Smales wrote: The Noticer (Andy Andrews, 2009) is one of those books that will make you feel good. You will not want to put this book down once you start reading it. Not only will this book make you feel good, it will also give you a brand-new perspective a bout life. Andy Andrews is a best-selling author and you ... Notice This

Jerry 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/10 Laurie J. Edwards wrote: Combining wisdom from a variety of sources, including The Five Love Languages: How to Express Heartfelt Commitment to Your Mate by Gary Chapman, The Noticer provides insights into improving human relationships. Jones, not Mr. Jones, a drifter, an ageless old man with a gift for noticing what others need, ... An Angel in Disguise, Perhaps?, June 23, 2009

Laurie J.'s Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/10 Teresa Carson wrote: This was the first book that I have read by Andy Andrews. Andrews takes Jones and makes him an archetypal figure of an angel or Jesus. Jones travels from place to place and lives, well, no one seems to know. Jones is known by most and considered a friend. He is a mystery and yet familiar to many with ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Teresa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/10 George Marshall wrote: First, I would like to thank Thomas Nelson for providing me a review copy of this book. The Noticer is a compelling, if a little disjointed, work of fiction. It attempts to impart simple wisdom to the reader, sharing "perspective" on how to approach life. It is written in a fable form that reminds me ... Review of The Noticer

George's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/10 Eric Cooper wrote: I enjoyed reading The Noticer. This is the first book of Andy Andrews’ that I have read and I really liked it. It is a blend of self-help and fantasy that seems to work for him. I heard Andy speak about a year ago and recognize a couple of the stories that he tells in ... The Noticer

Eric's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/10 Kirk Longhofer wrote: It’s been quite a while since I’ve read a book in one sitting. It’s been even longer since I’ve had a book knock me back in my chair, make me take a few deep breaths, and then go take a walk just to think through some of what I’d just read. “The Noticer” from Andy Andrews did it, though. ... The Noticer

Kirk's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/10 Michele Cushatt wrote: A total of 156 pages, The Noticer is an easy and quick read. Short enough for non-readers, yet rich enough for the most well-honed appetites. Don't let its small size fool you. Contained within it's pages hides a wealth of life-changing truth only the most hardened of hearts will be able to resist. The ... Simplicity That Sticks

Michele's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/10 Steve Bedard wrote: I recently read a very interesting book titled the Noticer written by Andy Andrews.  The standards of Christian fiction have gone up since the Shack.  People are looking for more than entertainment, people are looking for tools to bring meaning to life without having to read a systematic theology or ... The Noticer

Steve's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/10 Jamie Worley wrote: loved it! The main character is an old man who calls himself a "noticer." His gift is in noticing the details and helping people get a new perspective on their lives. The Noticer asks a man this question: If there are five seagulls sitting on a pier, and one of them decides to fly away, how many are ... details

Jamie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/10 Tracey Solomon wrote: I’ve been bombarded with busyness and bad news lately. Everywhere I turn, there seems to be another sad announcement or another friend in trouble or hurting. It’s overwhelming. In Michigan, and in so many other places- the automotive struggles, shut downs and lay-offs are not just todays news ... The Noticer, By Andy Andrews

Tracey's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/10 Sharon Lavy wrote: I got home from lunch one day and found my copy of The Noticer had come.I could not quit reading until I had read the last page. I loved learning about the four dialects of love language. And how I should sweat the small stuff. I remember when my children were growing up how often I would tell them that ... Lets start a revolution and pass it on.

Sharon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/10 Akaya Lee wrote: This book is mush – that’s the bottom line. If you enjoy collecting clever one-liners about how to succeed in life, The Noticer might be a gold mine. But if you're looking for good writing and a great story, look somewhere else. The Noticer opens with a chapter about Andrews himself (although ... Mush! - Notice what?!

Akaya's Rating:

1 Stars

On 8/10 Rachel Cooksey wrote: Andy Andrews has a new book out called "The Noticer." It's an incredible book that challenges the reader to offer a perspective change to people in your life. It changed my perspective of my own life. I've been incredibly blessed to have "Noticers" placed in my life at various stages. These people ... To Notice

Rachel's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/10 Kimberly Vetrano wrote: With everyone always on the go-go-go and technology replacing human contact, how often do we truly step back for a moment and notice the world around us? We are so busy with our iPods, cell phones and computers to literally "stop and smell the roses". How many of us notice the little things in life that ... The Noticer

Kimberly's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/10 Sonya La Rocco wrote: I finished reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews a couple of weeks ago and my perspective on things surrounding me has completely changed. I'm more apt to look for a different perspective of a situation. While reading the book, I could easily place myself in some of the situations and how I would have ... The Noticer Book Review

Sonya's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/10 Teri Yarbrough wrote: "Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective" is a great subtitle for this amazing easy to read book. Andy Andrews has a great gift of perspective as he tells the story of the people of Orange Beach, AL in all different stages of life. A man named Jones has come to town that has this gift of ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Teri's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/10 Joyce Harback wrote: The Noticer
Sometimes, All A Person Needs Is A Little Perspective
By Andy AndrewsThomas Nelson, PublisherHardback, 176 pages.I read and reviewed this book as a member of Thomas Nelson’s Book Review Blogger program: http://brb.thomasnelson.com/This is a story about Jones, “not Mr. Jones, just ... Book Review: The Noticer

Joyce's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/9 Dave Burgin wrote: The Noticer is written by The New York Times best selling Author Andy Andrews. It is a wonderful book about a drifter named Jones, who has a gift called perspective. Throughout the book individuals encounter Jones and find insight and inspiration for their lives. Jones imparts wisdom seeing things. The ... Book Review-The Noticer

Dave's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/8 Stuart Clark wrote: “Sometimes all you need is a little perspective.”  Eight words, but put together a very powerful statement that sometimes in this busy world we forget the basic things. In Andy Andrew’s latest book The Noticer he brings this point home in several situations that most of us can either relate to, or know of someone ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Stuart's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/7 Tania Bugnet wrote: The Noticer is a really inspirational read for anyone, at any stage in their life. Everyone from young to old, inexperienced to sage-like, wealthy to destitute. I would recommend this read to anyone and everyone. The byline of this book is "Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective." I love ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Tania's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/6 Gemma Wilson wrote: The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. by Andy AndrewsMy rating: 4 of 5 starsThe Noticer, by Andy Andrews is part parable, part motivational speech. The main character, Jones ("Just Jones, no Mr.") is a mysterious old man who shows up in the lives of people when he is needed ... Book Review--The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective by Andy Andrews

Gemma's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/6 Guy Chmieleski wrote: i stayed up late last night to finish The Noticer by Andy Andrews.if you're in need of some perspective... this is a book that will help you gain one! a light-hearted, easy-read, The Noticer is a series of stories that take place in the small beach town of Orange Beach, AL. the residents of Orange Beach ... The NOTICER by Andy Andrews

Guy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/5 Laura Oliver wrote: Unlike books with your basic “who dunnit plot” this book can have a profoundly different affect on the reader depending on what they are looking for while they are reading. It could easily be read as a collection of short stories with a central character or as a book of Fables, each with a different ... A Good Read

Laura's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/5 Chin Jenny wrote: I just signed up yesterday as a book review blogger for Thomas Nelson (http://brb.thomasnelson.com/) and decided to request for this book as a start. I am so glad I chose this book and all I could say was “Wow, wow, wow!”This book is about a mysterious old man named Jones who touched the lives of ... Book Review - “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews

Chin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 8/3 Brittanie Terrell wrote: Hardcover: 176 pagesPublisher: Thomas Nelson (April 28, 2009)ISBN-13: 978-0785229216 Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, business people on the verge ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Brittanie's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/2 Susan Harkness wrote: I signed up to be a reviewer for Thomas Nelson Book Review Bloggers http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ and I just finished reading the book "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews. It is the story of an small town on the ocean in Alabama where people just live ordinary lives. An old man named Jones shows up and helps ... The Noticer - review

Susan's Rating:

3 Stars

On 8/2 Matthew Benson wrote: The Noticer tells a story, involving the author, of an old man, Jones (”just Jones, not Mr Jones”) visits residents of a village, imparting advice and improving the lives of those he meets on the basis that he is able to ‘notice’  better than most others. The Noticer is a simple book. At 156 pages, it ... Book review: The Noticer, by Andy Andrews (****.)

Matthew's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/2 Joy Allen wrote: The Noticer is a short but delightful book by Andy Andrews. It is not just a feel good story although it does make you feel good. It is a story or rather a collection of stories with a very powerful, positive message – your perspective on life is what determines your success at living. The stories ... The Noticer will give you perspective

Joy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 8/2 Zoya D wrote: I signed up for Thomas Nelson Book Review membership, and I think it might be because of the broad choices of books I’ve put up, I was facing a page full of books on religion and self-help books, in one word – pure non-fiction. Not to be dejected, I resolutely went through the list and found a curious ... The Noticer

Zoya's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/31 Anne Blinch wrote: As a relationship coach and wedding officiant, I am always considering how couples can grow after the wedding. Reading is a great way to share an experience together. I have just finished a book by Andy Andrews called the Noticer. I would highly this book to couples for deeper thought and discussion. ... The Noticer

Anne's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/30 Emily Sutherland wrote: Before I ever held a copy in my hands, it seemed like everyone I knew was reading The Noticer, talking about it, or wanted to read it.  The premise intrigued me -  a mysterious man known simply as “Jones” shows up at critical moments in a number of individuals’ lives to offer wisdom and ... The Noticer, by Andy Andrews

Emily's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/29 Sandra King wrote: "Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective." I don't usually read fiction. But I had heard so much about this particular book (published by Thomas Nelson) that I had to take the time to see what all the buzz was about. It didn't take a lot of time though. The book is short--only 156 pages, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Sandra's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/29 Michelle Wegner wrote: A mysterious old man named Jones has a miraculous way of showing up at just the right time, in just the right place.The Noticer is the story of an elderly man who has the simple gift of noticing things about others. He carries a small suitcase and shows up in the lives of ordinary people offering his ... Some Redeeming Value and An Easy Read

Michelle's Rating:

2 Stars

On 7/29 Betsy Stokes wrote: This new book from Andy Andrews is a little bit fiction, a little bit autobiography, and a little bit self-help. The main character, Jones, is an unlikely village wise man. Apparently homeless, simply dressed, and yet oddly unlimited in his funds, he touches the lives of everyone around him with his ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Betsy's Rating:

2 Stars

On 7/29 Ian Jones wrote: I didn't expect to have another review up so fast, but holy crap, I got another book done!This book was amazing, and I'm glad I picked it up. "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews was only 162 pages, so I had it done in an evening. Yet, I feel like I learned enough from it to affect the rest of my life. The ... The Noticer

Ian's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/29 Rebecca Abey wrote: The Noticer by Andy AndrewsPublished: Thomas Nelson, 2009Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, business people on the verge of bankruptcy, and many of ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Rebecca's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/29 Phil Naessens wrote: As a member of the blogger review team I chose The Noticer by Andy Stanley. While I don’t normally read this type of book I am so very happy that I did and so will you. http://brb.thomasnelson.com/ The book is about a man simply named “Jones” who walks through a small southern town carrying a ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Phil's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/28 Suzette Manen wrote: So I had the great pleasure of reading one of the best books I have EVER read! The Noticer by Andy Andrews is part auto-biographical, part fiction, and an all inspiring book I would recommend everyone reading! In fact I have already recommended this book to several people I know and a few strangers! ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Suzette's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/28 Lorrie Covington wrote: Seems like I’ve read this before. I picked this book from the Thomas Nelson blogger reviews. THE NOTICER, is about a man named “Jones” who appears in the lives of people just when they need him the most. His role is to offer a ‘different perspective’ of their current situation, so that they may change ... The Noticer, by Andy Andrews

Lorrie's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/27 Beth Eavenson wrote: The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, is a well written, inspirational story that everyone can relate to, identify with and enjoy. When you enter The Noticer, you will be inspired because it teaches that we miss lots of things and don’t always view situations in life the way they really are. But it also gives ... The Noticer by: Andy Andrews

Beth's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/27 Peg Brantley wrote: Andy Andrews conveys deep philosophies and simple wisdom in a story that reads like lighthearted play. THE NOTICER is a quick read, but one you'll want to open over and over, each time finding the perfect tidbit to redirect your struggling thoughts to something positive. Something on which to build. ... Put a Little Perspective in Your Life, June 18, 2009

Peg 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/27 Karen Anderson wrote: I’ll be the first to admit that I love good romance stories — stories that tug at my heart and transport me to another place and time. I love stories of people who, like me, are looking for love and end up finding it right in front of them. But most of the time, those stories entertain me but don’t ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Karen's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/27 Amy Lathrop wrote: What an impressive idea for a book (one of those where you think, WHY didn't I think of that?)! This book forces you to take stock of those who have fed into your life and to evaluate how you are affecting (positively/negatively) those around you. The book centers around Jones who is able to touch peoples' ... We all need a little more "pay attention" in our lives!

Amy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/27 Scoti Springfield Domeij wrote: The Noticer, a self-help book set in a fiction setting, came highly recommended to me by several readers that I respect. When people hype a book, it sets up my expectations. I anticipated it to be a page-turner until the last page. For me, it wasn't. However, from a writer's perspective, the book is ... Book Review: The Noticer

Scoti Springfield 's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/27 Jason Young wrote: The Noticer Andy Andrews Jones, not Mr. Jones per his request, appears nomadic by nature. Where does he live? How does he know what he knows? Timely in appearance. Gentle in presentation. Caring in conversation. Challenging in questions. He magnifies how the small pieces of life compose the bigger ... Book Review: The Noticer

Jason's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/26 Chicke Fitzgerald wrote: Every once in awhile, you come across a book so special that you can't help but buy them in quantity to give away to friends and colleagues. The Noticer is one of those books. Andy Andrews has crafted a story about an enigmatic man named Jones [just Jones] who appears in a beach town and touches a number ... The Noticer - Quietly changing lives with a little "perspective", July 26, 2009

Chicke's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/25 Meghan Fife wrote: So I started (and completed) the book, "The Noticer" today by Andy Andrews. It was a short read but inspirational, encouraging and challenging, nonetheless. In fact, I think less is sometimes more. What needs to be said can often times be done in 177 pages (as long as "The Noticer" was) instead of 377 ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Meghan's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/25 James Williams wrote: Earlier this week, I finished reading The Noticer, by Andy Andrews. It tells the story of a man named Jones who had a special gift of speaking truth into the lives of people whose lives intersected with his. Although the publisher is Thomas Nelson, the content was not needlessly churchy. The message ... Book Review: The Noticer

James's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/24 Janna Chae wrote: I’ve always known and experienced that perspective can be life-changing, so I wasn’t expecting that much from The Noticer. But Andrews’ newest book definitely blew me away. The personal conflicts in each chapter are so common–I thought of at least one person I could help with ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Janna's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/24 Erin Beauchamp wrote: So, I read the book The Noticer by Andy Andrews. I found it to be an easy read, and fairly entertaining, though I'm sure that entertaining was not the author's goal with this book. It was chock full of wisdom that seemed taken from other people's books. For instance, during a conversation about love,one ... Entertaining, a good breakdown of more complex ideas.

Erin's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/23 Teresa Mankin wrote: I am a little behind on my reviews....you know I enjoy to give you good books to read about on this blog. I read The Noticer a couple of months ago and am just getting around to writing about. I blame baseball season!I love books that teach me something and teach me something in less than 200 pages. ... The Noticer

Teresa's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/23 Harmony Wheeler wrote: Sit down to a relaxing and thought provoking conversation with The Noticer, an old man with much wisdom, and a new perspective on your circumstances, to offer. Readers never discover who this Christ figure really is, but they observe the seeds of light that he leaves behind in the lives of others. ... Book Review: The Noticer

Harmony's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/22 Kristen Merritt wrote: Andy Andrews: The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective The Noticer provides an interesting story of a man who seems to see more than other people but yet what he sees is in plain sight. Wouldn’t it be nice to have the opportunity to see everything around us and actually ... Andy Andrews' The Noticer

Kristen's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/22 Kristi White wrote: In The Noticer, an old, friendly sage, Jones (not Mr. Jones), weaves his way in and out of the lives in one small, all-American town. He finds people in their moment of need and helps give them a little "perspective".I really wanted to like this book. I respect the author, appreciate the publisher, and ... A Solid C - Andy Andrews' The Noticer

Kristi's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/21 Amanda Harrison wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is an uplifting, inspiring, quick read that has the ability to change, well . . . your perspective. Ten chapters lead the reader through a series of vignettes that cover all sorts of seemingly 'hopeless' situations.' The main character, Jones, a blue-eyed, white-haired elderly ... A review of The Noticer, by Andy Andrews for Thomas Nelson Publishers

Amanda's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/19 Kent Ong wrote: Perspective, perspective and perspective. This is what the author emphasize on. Andy Andrew used Jones (a mysterious man) to notice different individual has different perspective. Change our perspectives, change our lives. Understanding other people’s perspectives will help in solving communication ... The Noticer

Kent's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/18 Aaron Armstrong wrote: It’s all about perspective. Whether you see your life as being the worst it can possibly be, if you see your influence as tiny or insignificant, it all depends on your perspective. That, in a nutshell, is the heart of The Noticer by Andy Andrews. The Noticer is a deceptively easy read. It’s prose ... Book Review: The Noticer

Aaron's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/18 keith ferrin wrote: Just finished reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews. Pretty interesting book. Lots of thought-provoking material written almost like a short novel. An old man name Jones (“Not ‘Mr. Jone.’ Just Jones please.”) comes in and out of a small town – and in and out of the lives of many of its residents. Each encounter ... book review: The Noticer

keith 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/18 Harwinder Bhatia wrote: The Noticer is a story of an enigmatic sage, called Jones, who mysteriously appears in people's lives at critical junctures, and helps them just when they need it the most. He completely turns around their life by offering them a different "perspective" to their situation. That explains the tag line ... The Noticer - Simple yet Powerful

Harwinder's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/15 Marlene Baer wrote: I must admit that I had high expectations for The Noticer, by Andy Andrews. Maybe it’s because it was hyped up by the publisher, or because it was written by the New York Times best-selling author of The Traveler’s Gift. One of the endorsers even said, “This is the best book I have ever read ... The Noticer

Marlene's Rating:

2 Stars

On 7/15 Kris Dekker wrote: The Noticer, written by Andy Andrews, is inspirational tale of a man (“Jones”) who intervenes in the lives of people at just the right moment to bring “perspective” to their crises. Through some down-home wisdom, Jones helps people find purpose, restoration, forgiveness, reconciliation, and ... "The Noticer" charming, but unsatisfying

Kris's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/14 Jason Skipper wrote: The Noticer Andy Andrews has certainly written a gripping book. It is not that The Noticer is a nail biter, or cliff hanger.  It’s simply interesting. The characters are real. The situations are real. The wisdom of the advice given is real. The noticer appears at critical times in a person’s ... Book Review: The Noticer

Jason's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/13 Butch Syyap wrote: The NoticerAndy Andrews - authorThomas Nelson - publisherThe premise is simple… Jones, an old man – one we’ve probably seen in our neighborhood, moves from place to place in Orange Beach, Alabama – and touches the lives of people he comes to meet – just by talking to them; making them realize ... The Noticer (a book review)

Butch's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/13 Lana Vaughan wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews "A moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift. Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, ... The Noticer

Lana's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/13 Kristie Jackson wrote: Have you ever been incredibly wrong about a person?  Is there someone you know who ended up being the opposite of what you first expected?  I hope you are thinking about someone that surprised you in a good way, because I am.  Actually two examples leap to mind.  One person, based on body language ... The Virtue of Reserving Judgment

Kristie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/11 nancy kvamme wrote: The Noticer by Andy AndrewsI really enjoyed reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews. It is a quick read, I read it in a couple of evenings. It consists of various stories that merge together, so you can read it in stages if you don’t have time to read the whole thing at one time. It is a story about ... Book Review of The Noticer by Andy Andrews

nancy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/11 Dana Crosby wrote: Didn't live up to the marketing campaign. Enjoyable, quick read (if you have that kind of time), but not a life changer. Too many trite truisms without new "perspective" Jones was supposed to deliver. Also, couldn't tell if this was intended to be auto-biographical (confusing). Sorry, I really wanted ... The Noticer

Dana's Rating:

2 Stars

On 7/9 Shanna Barnhisel wrote: "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews is a WONDERFUL book! I can't say enough good things about this book. This was the first book that I have read by Andrews but I am sure that I will read more. This book is, in a nutshell, about perspective. At the start of the book Andrew meets an old man named Jones who ... Thomas Nelson Book Review - The Noticer

Shanna's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/9 Kristen Richardson wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a wonderful inspirational story about a man named "Jones" who drifts around a southern town and encounters people when they need him the most. It seems that when someone is at a crossroads in their life "Jones" not Mr. Jones, just "Jones" is always around to help you through ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Kristen's Rating:

4 Stars

On 7/9 Penny Schultz wrote: The reading of The Noticer has brought a new perspective to my thinking. Considering that this is the foundation of this wonderful narrative, I must say that the author, Andy Andrews, has succeeded in his goal. I feel as though I personally got to meet, to know and learned to love old man Jones. Jones ... The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, a Review

Penny's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/9 Edward Mann wrote: All you need is a little perspective. This is a fast read by Andy Andrews. The Noticer follows "Andy" from his life under the piers to better things. More characters are introduced during the journey, my favourite Jones, not Mr. Jones, just Jones. The perspectives that are giving in the book can apply ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Edward's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/8 Ian Hall wrote: Andy Andrew's latest self-help book tells the story of Jones an enigmatic old man who has the gift of noticing things in other people's lives. Based in small town America Jones, always seen with an old tan suitcase, transforms lives with his homely wisdom. With his gospel of perspective ( the lack of ... An Unhelpful Self-help book.

Ian's Rating:

1 Stars

On 7/8 Denay Tubbs wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a story of friendship, love, good advice and an old man with a suitcase. Jones is a man who seems to know everything about everyone and has his heart set on helping people see the bigger picture. This book begins with the author in despair during a turbulent time in his ... Gain Perspective from Jones in Andy Andew’s book: The Noticer

Denay's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/8 J Calkins wrote: Just finished the Noticer. It was a very interesting read and kept you captivated the whole way through. At times it is easy to get lost in it and think you are watching a movie as you get lost in all the descriptions of the characters and the settings. It is inspiring to read, and begs each reader to ... The Noticer Review

J's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/8 Alexa Chaplin wrote: I have to apologize to the folks at Thomas Nelson. I accepted this book with the understanding that my review (and hundreds of others) would be written on Monday the 27th, in a big promotional push. It was just after midnight that day that my husband's brother died, and this review - and lots of other ... A Different Way of Looking at Things

Alexa's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/7 David Mehrle wrote: Having never read anything by Andy Andrews before I was a little nervous about this book. However, it is going down as the best book I have read this year. So, much so I made it required reading for my 12 year son, I have encouraged dozens of students to read this book and every time I talk to someone ... The Noticer

David's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/6 Cyndi Rogers wrote: Andy Andrews did an amazing job with this book!! It was the first book I read by this author and I was so impressed that I bought 'The Traveler's Gift' to read next. The characters in this book are well defined and thought out, especially given the brief time you spend with each of the characters in ... An Amazing Journey Of Perspective

Cyndi's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/6 Roberta Karchner wrote: Who is Jones? The author meets him as a child when Jones intervenes in his life, and then re-encounters him as an adult. At that time, he observes Jones as he moves around the town, helping people, saving marriages, turning bad guys into good guys. Nothing Jones touches goes wrong, his wisdom always ... Warm Fuzzy, but forgetable.

Roberta's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/6 Matthew Botsford wrote: The Noticer is a book whereby regardless of ones faith they learn keys to live this life more effectively, efficiently, gaining all that this life has to offer and points one in the right direction. Andy Andrews does a good job of writing a novel that will attract and excite all your senses. What is ... blog review The Noticer

Matthew's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/5 Nate Payne wrote: “What is it about me that other people would change if they could” was a question asked by an old man named Jones, to a young 23 year old man who was down on his luck and living under a Pier. Andy Andrews, in his new book titled The Noticer, talks about this mysterious man named Jones who’s only ... The Noticer By Andy Andrews

Nate's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/4 Victor Retana wrote: This book has been the first book that I have ever read since we were force to read books in Elementry, I foung this book to be very touching, the way he narrates his whole story and life experience. The whole point of this book was for us to learn the six steps he took to become a better person, to ... The Noticer

Victor's Rating:

5 Stars

On 7/3 Josh Wood wrote: As my first review, for book publishers Thomas Nelson, I selected The Noticer by Andy Andrews. The book is a collection of stories revolving around a man named simply known as “Jones”. Jones is a mysterious old man who has a tendency to come and go on a whim. To the residence of Orange Beach, ... The Noticer

Josh's Rating:

2 Stars

On 7/3 Scott Morrison wrote: A new story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler's Gift Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But like all humans on the planet, the good folks of Orange Beach have their share of problems - marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults ... Good Book

Scott 's Rating:

3 Stars

On 7/1 Heather Singh wrote: I thoroughly enjoyed reading The Noticer. The author, Andy Andrews, weaves a tale about an old man who changes people’s lives by changing “their perspective”. It was a beautifully woven story that enables the reader to read the life changing tales and bring the concepts home to help enlighten their ... Book Review - The Noticer

Heather's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/29 Meghan Tooker wrote: In The Noticer by Andy Andrews, an old man named Jones, not Mr. Jones-just Jones, comes into the lives of the citizens of a small town in Alabama. He goes from person to person, some looking for advice, others just living their life unaware of the advice they are about to receive from this stranger. ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Meghan's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/29 Alexandra Carman wrote: Once I started reading this book, I did not want to put it down! At only 176 pages, it was a really easy book to read and I managed to pick up so many wonderful pearls of wisdom through the character of Jones - not Mr Jones, mind you, just Jones! Andy Andrews is a fantastic storyteller and it was easy ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Alexandra's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/29 Mark Smith wrote: Engaging, entertaining, and especially…encouraging. The definition for encouraging is “to inspire with courage”. In his book, The Noticer, Andy Andrews tells his personal story in such a way as to inspire with courage. The fun part of the story is determining where his personal story leaves off ... It's all about perspective

Mark's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/29 Ashley Redburn wrote: I recently signed up to be a Book Review Blogger for thomasnelson.com Here is my first official Book Review for their website!I finished reading "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews this afternoon. Subtitled "Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective", this book is all about, well, perspective. ... Book Review: The Noticer

Ashley's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/29 Mike Van Hoozer wrote: Right now, everyone needs a little perspective.  Thank God, that’s exactly what Andy Andrews provides in his latest book The Noticer.  I thoroughly enjoyed reading this engaging and encouraging book.  The key learning points I gained from this book are: We have to notice (i.e. be aware and see ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Mike's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/28 logan windham wrote: I joined the Book Review Blogger program at Thomas Nelson (http://brb.thomasnelson.com/) and as my first book, I chose The Noticer by Andy Andrews. Everyone needs a new perspective, according to a kind stranger named Jones who carries nothing but a brown suitcase. His witty, yet blatantly obvious advice ... Reading: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

logan's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/27 Donna Shepherd wrote: I'm still mulling over the messages in this book, and trying to figure out into which category it fits. Is it autobiographical or only written so it feels like it? I know the book has a cleverly written marketing plan attached to it (http://www.thenoticerproject.com/), but the book's message is different ... Quick Read with Positive Message

Donna 's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/25 Simply Stated wrote: The Noticer addressed issues such as poor perspective, off-centered perception, and unfair expectations. The author (Andy Andrews) did an excellent job of speaking to the need for proper focus and attitude without sounding preachy or judgmental. He carefully included an underlying call for wise decision ... The Noticer

Simply's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/25 Mary Oliver wrote: I recently finished "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews. I was immediately taken in by Andrews storytelling ability. Previously unfamiliar with his work, I found his writing style intriguing. In "The Noticer" he spins a tale of a local figure who dispenses encouragement, wisdom and perspective. "Jones," as ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Mary's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/24 Jean Robor wrote: A nondescript town with seemingly nondescript people comes to life on the pages of The Noticer by Andy Andrews. As the author weaves his story of how life’s difficulties get in the way of true perspective in his characters’ lives, he shows us how the interaction of a single man on a mission can make ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jean's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/23 Amy Parker wrote: In his newest release, The Noticer, Andy Andrews has woven yet another tale of fact and fiction, intrigue and inspiration, wisdom and wisecracks, leaving readers with changed hearts, minds, and--this time, more than ever--changed perspectives. After pulling a young Andy Andrews out from under a pier, ... An eye-opening read

Amy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/23 TerryAnn Porter wrote: When you look at a glass is it half empty or half full?   If someone points out the glass to you and gives new perspective, can the half empty become half full? Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective. I loved reading The Noticer.  Andy Andrews brings to life a character named Jones. “Not ... Book Review – The Noticer by Andy Andrews

TerryAnn's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/23 Ben Drury wrote: A wonderfully told story about the impact a kindly stranger has on a local community. His uncanny knack of being in the right place at the right time to offer refreshing encouragements to individuals facing life's crises has a profound impact on almost the entire town, over many decades. The book, ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Ben's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/21 Maria Keckler wrote: I just finished reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews. It is a quick read packed with uplifting and thought-provoking vignettes.  The narrative that unifies them revolves around Jones, a wise and whimsical old man, whose gift is “to notice things that other people overlook.”  He shows up ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Maria's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/20 Cass Darrow wrote: I've had this little book in my possesion for some time now, but I've let life get in the way of reading it. That happens sometimes, yk? I picked it up last Sunday afternoon, and finished it last night. Considering how little time I am able to devote to reading, that was pretty quick. I'm estimating ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Cass's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/20 Jeff Suever wrote: Finally, at long last, here is the review I have been promising? Or has it really been that long of wait? I suppose if your life depends on this article, it has been a long time, but if this article is just one of the many facets of your life, you’ve probably been a little ... Andy Andrews-The Noticer

Jeff's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/18 Jon Morris wrote: I’ve just finished this book and I have to say I read it pretty quick. I had to skim some of the chapters in the middle….it felt really repetitive.  At first the stories were moving me and really stirring my imagination, who is this Jones character?  By the end I realized there wasn’t going to ... The Noticer Book Review

Jon's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/17 Alicia White wrote: I recently read Andy Andrews book, The Noticer, found more profound introspective in those few pages than a lot of others that I've read. I guess I should say I found some perspective, perspective from a little gray haired man named Jones. In the book, Jones is this omnipresent person that seems to be ... Loved it!

Alicia's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/17 Paige Eavenson wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews, is one of those books that you will want to give away by the time your through with it. Not because it’s bad, but because it’s so good you will want all your friends to read it. Especially those friends needing a change of perspective in life. The story line ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Paige's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/17 Bill Chapman wrote: I have trouble telling people things I think they don't want to hear, so I am uncomfortable writing this review of The Noticer by Andy Andrews. But I made a commitment to the publisher to write a review in my blog, so I will bite the bullet and write the thing.As far as a work of fiction goes, the book ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Bill's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/17 Daniel Goepfrich wrote: This is a very different book. That's probably the best way I can describe it. According to the promo information, it's not exactly fiction, although it has some fictional elements. But it's not exactly biographical either, though you'll find some of that in there, too. It probably falls into the "historical ... Book Review: The Noticer

Daniel 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/16 Mistie Thompson wrote: I'm kicking off what I hope will be a regular feature here in Dixieland - book reviews. I've recently joined Thomas Nelson's Book Review Blogger program, mostly because I think it will be fun and, selfishly, I hope it'll help improve my own writing. Also, it gives me a great excuse to read books that ... Book Review: Andy Andrews' "The Noticer"

Mistie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/15 Heather Krebs wrote: Recently I finished the book The Noticer by Andy Andrews. The book takes place near a beach town. You are first introduced to Andy who is homeless and lives under the pier. He meets a mysterious man named "Jones" not Mr. Jones just Jones. Jones has a way of making people look at their situations with ... The Noticer

Heather's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/13 Wendy Packard wrote: Jones timely appearances shed light on perspectives in the small town and save lives and souls. No one knows where he came from or how he got there but they all know who He is when He has finished his mission of showing what the broader picture can do for lives. His appearance saves marriages,lives,dreams ... The Noticer

Wendy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/13 Julie Albin wrote: I normally read non-fiction but, after hearing so many positive comments about this book, I decided to add a fiction title to my library. “The Noticer” proved to be a quick read and a great collection of life lessons that would take readers decades to accumulate on their own. The wisdom is dispensed ... An Easy Read With Some Original Insight

Julie's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/12 jo ann ray wrote: I just read The Noticer, newest book by Andy Andrews. I did have to hurry up to get to the ending, although it is not a typical novel. This fiction/inspirational easy-read is loosely based on Andrews’ own life and what motivated him as a young man, like the power great biographies. There are two ... the noticer

jo ann 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/12 Carmen Lester wrote: I received a copy of “The Noticer” from Nelson Publishing for review and truly appreciate the opportunity to express my viewpoint. I found it a very quick read. I was puzzled in the beginning as to whether I was reading fact or fiction. You will have to read it for yourself to answer that question. Throughout ... The Noticer

Carmen's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/12 Marie McKinney-Oates wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a blend of fiction and personal growth. Jones is ‘The Noticer’ and he basically goes around town helping people gain perspective. Sometimes he does this by reminding people that they are still breathing and should be living. Other time he does this by pointing ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Marie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/11 Laura Bowman wrote: I now get to review books for Thomas Nelson and this is the first book for me. I chose it because I had seen some twits by others who had read it and I was not disappointed. I highly recommend it to everyone. This book is a combination of fiction and allegory with lots of inspirational tidbits added ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Laura's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/11 Corrie Haffly wrote: I’ve joined the Book Review Blogger program at Thomas Nelson, and as my first book, downloaded an ebook version of The Noticer by Andy Andrews. This short, fast read compresses common wisdom and live-your-best-life principles in a fictional tale of a man named Jones who mysteriously appears at ... Reading: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Corrie's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/11 Johnny Douglas wrote: mountaintops are rocky and cold. There is no growth on the top of a mountain. Sure, the view is great, but what’s a view for? A view just gives us a glimpse of our next destination - our next target. But to hit that target, we must come off the mountain, go through the valley, and begin to climb..... the not-so needful noticer!

Johnny's Rating:

2 Stars

On 6/10 Melissa Baker Nguyen wrote: A cold dark place under a bridge in the small community of Orange Beach, Alabama soon becomes a place of hope and light as Jones enters the scene. Jones is a rambling man, a drifter who comes and goes. Everyone knows him and no one knows him. He is known as Garcia, Chen, and Jones, he is both black and ... Book Review! The Noticer

Melissa 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/9 Rachel Frank wrote: This book is the most inspiring book I have ever read.  It tells a story, and yet I want to keep it as a reference guide to use throughout my life.  Jones, the main character, is a simple and honest man who changes the lives of the people in this book by adding some “perspective.”   ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Rachel's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/9 Robert Blasingame wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews deserves all of the attention it is getting and then some. A story of a man named "Jones", definitely not "Mr. Jones", The Noticer give a vastly different perspective on many of the struggles faced by you and I in the world we live in. Throughout the entire book, we see "Jones" ... Great Perspective

Robert's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/9 Marta Hoelscher wrote: This book is small, but it's mighty. The story of Jones and how he seems to know where to show up and who to talk to is remarkable. You can read this as a straight on nice little story, or you can read between the lines a bit. These allegorical tales of the people who meet Jones, will have you finding ... small but mighty

Marta's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/9 Gina Flynn wrote: I just finished reading Andy Andrews' latest book The Noticer and was impressed with its simple yet powerful message. Andrews is well known for his thought-provoking motivational books and this one is no exception. The focus of this book is perspective and how changing one's perspective of a situation ... Book Review - The Noticer

Gina's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/9 Justin Vance wrote: Think. Learn. Pray. Plan. Dream. For soon… you will become. “We need to get a little perspective.” Said Jones. And thus unfolds the best literary work I’ve had the privelege to read in the last 12 months. I like to think I read a lot. I read for a few different reasons. Most to educate myself ... Think. Learn. Pray. Plan. Dream. For soon… you will become.

Justin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/9 Trent Cornwell wrote: “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews is definitely worth the short amount of time it takes to read it. I highly enjoyed the style and manner in which it is written. The basic premise behind the story is that a man who went by the name Jones would travel through town helping individuals and families get ... Good content, mediocre content

Trent's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/8 Sundi Jo Graham wrote: Just call him Jones. It’s a name you’ll never forget. If you’ve had the chance to receive the perspective in your life that Jones dished out, then you are one lucky person. This book is full of everyday insights that you don’t realize go as deep as they do until you pick up this book. What an ... Amazing Perspective! Loved it!

Sundi Jo's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/8 Jon Pfeiffer wrote: The Noticer appears to be over by the end of the first chapter, but if you continue to read it will begin to make some sense. It is the story of help and insight that addresses a wide range of issues that all seem to come back to the same simple solution; perspective. If you enjoy and easy and uplifting ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews - A Review

Jon's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/7 Elbert Collins wrote: This is a review of the book “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews. Andy Andrews’ book “The Noticer” was all about perspective. Andrews uses the story of a man who travels to a town to help its citizens find perspective on how they live their lives. He talks with several people who are at a crossroads in ... Andy Andrews’ The Noticer

Elbert's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/6 Joshua Shiver wrote: "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews is a story about an old man named "Jones" who is, in essence, a modern sage who goes around helping people shift their perspective on life. Jones main thrust with each of his listeners is that happiness in life largely depends on perspective, and as such, perspective is ... Book Review of "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Joshua 's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/6 Chrystie Cole wrote: An old drifter named Jones always seems to mysteriously appear in the lives of the residents in a coastal town at the moment they most need him. Though initially a stranger to them, each person seems mysteriously drawn to Jones as he speaks into their lives by offering them a little perspective. From a homeless ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews (Book Review)

Chrystie's Rating:

3 Stars

On 6/6 Martha Spigener wrote: In between dance recital preparations and moving family from one location to another I spent my respite time with a delightful book.  I’d like to share my thoughts with you because I really would recommend you also find some time to spend with it.  Here is my review: Fast and easy read with a powerful punch.  ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews – a book review

Martha's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/6 Jamie Bennett wrote: Who is this Andy Andrews?  I regretfully acknowledge that I didn’t know the answer to that question until just recently.  Being an avid reader and spending hours browsing in bookstores, I’m sure I have seen his books and heard of him before; it seems I haven’t taken “notice.”  Now that I have read his latest ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jamie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/5 Steven Hocker wrote: As a Book Review Blogger for Thomas Nelson, I am made aware of new books that perhaps would otherwise go under my radar. One particular title that I am grateful to have discovered is author Andy Andrews (The Travelers Gift) latest book “The Noticer“. In this enlightening tale we befriend a mysterious old man named Jones. ... Book Review – The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Steven's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/4 Brian Baute wrote: The Noticer is only 156 pages long and a quick read. It does have some great lines, such as: “Experience is not the best teacher. Other people’s experience is the best teacher. By reading about the lives of great people, you can unlock the secrets to what made them great.” (p. 9) “Most folks figure a true ... The Noticer

Brian's Rating:

2 Stars

On 6/4 Nathan Bargo wrote: Hope, wisdom and perspective are the three words that come to mind after reading The Noticer. This book blends a combination of spiritual insight and great fiction together. This could be called a modern parable that blends humor with spiritual insights that will lift your spirit and give you inspiration ... T

Nathan's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/3 Wes Howard wrote: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. In my own life, I had never though much about perspective. Situations would come and go and my attitude never made a difference in the outcome, or so I thought. It wasn't until I read Andy Andrews book, “The Noticer” that my perspective changed. The ... Noticing my perspective

Wes's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/3 Joe Donaldson wrote: As a book review blogger for Thomas Nelson I get to read a variety of books that I might not otherwise read. The Noticer was one I book I had heard of but knew very little about. This was my first read by Andy Andrews but it won't be my last! He has a great ability to teach good life-transforming principles ... The Noticer gives us a little perspective!

Joe's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/2 Debbie Vann wrote: "The Noticer" is Andy Andrews newest book, whose previous book "The Traveler's Gift" sold millions. The book is centered around ”Jones” who is an old man who seems to show up in people’s lives at just the exact moment they need to show them a different perspective on their current life situation. This ... Need a little perspective?

Debbie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/2 Serenity Bohon wrote: Of the seven original plots in the world, this one would be, “A stranger came to town.” This is not my favorite premise. This stranger fixes everyone’s problems in one – or two – conversations with them. This is not my favorite kind of person. After two chapters I was a little bit determined ... Video Book Review

Serenity's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/2 Pamela McCurdy wrote: I'm sure you have heard some whisperings about the latest work of Andy Andrews, author of The Traveler's Gift. My curiosity was piqued by just the title. I feel that one of my faults is that I miss the subtle things in life. I see what I see and usually don't go any further than the surface. In many ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Pamela 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/1 Annette Thompson wrote: I was given an opportunity to review this book as part of Thomas Nelson's Book Review Blogger Program, of which I'm a member. The book centers around a man named "Jones" who steps in and out of people's lives, encouraging them to notice the positive and to make changes in their lives. These stories are ... Review of The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Annette 's Rating:

2 Stars

On 6/1 Linda Elliott wrote: The Noticer - By Andy AndrewsBook ReviewThis book was supposed to be a "fill-in" read before I started the next title for the book club I belong to. I usually take 1-2 weeks to read a book, and hoped to squeeze this one in. I was immediately engrossed in The Noticer by Andy Andrews, and read it in two ... Read This Book!

Linda's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/1 Lisa Burgess wrote: Andy Andrews did it like Jesus did. He had a message he wanted to convey. But he didn’t want to say: Point 1 is..., Point 2 is..., etc. So he used the most natural vehicle: the story. In The Noticer, the story centers around Andy and an unassuming mentor named Jones. We follow them around to listen ... Book review: "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Lisa's Rating:

4 Stars

On 6/1 jeff ulrich wrote: Just finished an incredible book called “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews. At first look I thought what kind of story can be captured on only 156 pages. Boy did I get a schooling. I was hooked from the first chapter. It has changed my perspective on life in a huge way. The story all takes place ... The Noticier by Andy Andrews

jeff's Rating:

5 Stars

On 6/1 Joshua Rhone wrote: Andy Andrew’s most recent book, The Noticer, was a delightful tale about a man named “Jones.” Jones, a man who seems to stumble into people’s lives at just-the-right time, has the uncanny ability to recognize a problem that hinders a great many people- “a lack of perspective.” Through pointed ... The Noticer

Joshua's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/31 Kelly Law wrote: I honestly did not enjoy Andy Andrews' "The Noticer." I thought that the book was corny and predictable filled with characters that I could not relate to. Since I enjoy books with characters I can relate to and connect with, this book was difficult for me to really get into. With all of the hype and ... book reviewer - The Noticer

Kelly 's Rating:

1 Stars

On 5/31 Alla S. wrote: “The Noticer”, by Andy Andrews, is largely a compilation of philosophical, self-help type lessons brought to light by Jones—an old man who seeks out troubled inhabitants of a local community to give them a new perspective. The storyline is basic and the plot is basically just Jones meeting different ... The Noticer, Andy Andrews

Alla's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/31 Kelly Combs wrote: I haven't found a fiction book that I've really loved in a long time. Until now. The Noticer by Andy Andrews is the best book I've read in ages. From the first page, where we are introduced to "Jones," I was riveted to find out what would happen next.Jones has the gift of perspective. And he seems to ... The Noticer - By Andy Andrews - Book Review

Kelly's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/30 Keri Lumm wrote: This week I read “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews. The story begins with a struggling young man named Andy, and his seemingly happenstance meeting with an older man named Jones. Jones helps him gain “perspective” and this changes his life. The book is a collection of stories about people with difficult ... The Noticer, a book review

Keri's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/30 Diana Shores wrote: Andy Andrews has written a book that, once read, will change your life forever. His book is short and easy to read, but full of wisdom. Once started, I could not put the book down. "Jones" transforms people’s lives in a way that impacts our own lives and gives us insight and direction as to how we ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Diana's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/30 stephen brewster wrote: For the record, I am not a big fan of fiction. I prefer to read books about business, leadership and church. Not that fiction is not cool, just not USUALLY my thing. Easy out, but The Noticer totally had me engaged. I was hanging on every page. The Noticer is an inspirational story about perspective. ... The Noticer

stephen's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/30 Kaylia Metcalfe wrote: First of all, I would like to say that had I been consulted, I would have named this book “Perspective” or “Jones” or well almost anything besides “The Noticer.” Ahem.This book bills itself as ‘a moving story of common wisdom” and while the common wisdom part is correct, there wasn’t ... The Noticer

Kaylia's Rating:

2 Stars

On 5/30 Phillip Santillan wrote: The Noticer is what I would most accurately describe as a modern day fable. But unlike a typical fable that helps children learn the lesson of what happnes if you cry "Wolf" too many times, The Noticer leaves you with wisdom that could possibly change your life. Don't be mistaken - this book is a wonderful ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Phillip's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/29 Joseph Tkacik wrote: Well, I can say that I haven’t read too many Christian themed books that have fictional elements, but the Noticer really brought some good points to light. Not too long ago, I found myself trapped in a “the glass is half empty” mindset, but after reading this book, I have noticed that lately I ... A page turner!

Joseph's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/28 Wanda Brewer wrote: What I "noticed" most about The Noticer by Andy Andrews is how he so cleverly created Cliff Notes of previous published works (i.e., chapter one could be found in either The Secret or The Power of Intention; Chapter two is most definitely Gary Chapman's The Five Love Languages,) but offered no credit ... Cliff Notes with a Hard Cover

Wanda's Rating:

2 Stars

On 5/28 Susan Barnes wrote: Andy Andrews is the author of an upbeat tale called, The Noticer (Thomas Nelson, 2009). It is the story of an old man named, Jones, who turns up unexpectedly to dispense wholesome advice to people in distress. His ability to know people’s names and situations as well as his ability to appear seemingly ... Book Review : The Noticer

Susan's Rating:

2 Stars

On 5/27 Brandy Cormier wrote: ***Notice: This review was actually written on Easter morning, when I first began to read the book. I had to schedule it to post today, as it's the release date of the book ... but we're currently on the road, on our way to visit my grandmother and mom before heading to our new home.***When Thomas Nelson ... The Noticer

Brandy's Rating:

1 Stars

On 5/26 Greg Rittler wrote: “Come here son…come into the light” Every once in a while (actually probably more often than that) I need a swift kick in the pants. I often live a life without the right perspective. I see only the things that I want to see without noticing more about the people around. After reading the Noticer, ... Book Review - The Noticer

Greg's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/24 James Coles wrote: The residents of Orange Beach, Alabama are given the gift of a little perspective when an old man named Jones blows into their town and lives. Interacting with Jones and his vision of reality transforms those who need him most. He calls himself a noticer but could something deeper be going on?  Andrews’ enjoyable must read is ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

James's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/24 Andrea Gardner wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews Thomas Nelson Publisher A small town is frequently visited by Jones, an old man of no discernable age. He comes and goes as he pleases passing valuable lessons to those in need, encouraging each person he meets, and giving them nuggets of perspective that grow into life ... The Noticer

Andrea's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/24 Allie Marmion wrote: The Noticer is the first Andy Andrews book I have read. I must say I was not disappointed with this book. The Noticer is a beautifully written book. Mr. Andrews pulls you into the story right from the beginning. The story is about a wise old drifter, Jones, appearing around town to those at a low point. ... a little perspective

Allie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/23 Jim Hunt wrote: Ever notice how the proper perspective can help us adjust our outlook and attitude? Andy Andrews new book, The Noticer does just that. A quick read through a variety of believable human situations of how taking notice of the little things helps us fortify our most important relationships. Andrews provides ... The Noticer

Jim's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/23 Douglas Smith wrote: So I actually picked this book up through the Thomas Nelson’s Book Reviews for Bloggers website. I absolutely love this service because I get exposed to books I’d never otherwise even take a second glance at. If you’re a blogger - I’d highly recommend signing up for this service! ... Book Review: The Noticer

Douglas's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/23 Cindy Graves wrote: “We need to start noticing a few things. We need to check your heart. We need to gather a little perspective.” These words, from a character by the name of Jones (no Mr. - just Jones) in the opening pages of The Noticer, have never rung truer than in the midst of the uncertainties we face today. ... Great wisdom from a man called Jones...

Cindy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/23 Kirstin Troyer wrote: The setting for this story (a Narrative) takes place in a small town. The narrator Andy weaves a beautiful story of an old man who in a sense "invades" the lives of those he comes in contact with and they are never the same again. To say that I loved this book would be an understatement. It was a wonderful ... A New Perspective

Kirstin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/22 Janette Fuller wrote: The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective, by Andy Andrews, is one of the best books that I have ever read. The story begins with the author telling how his life was once a hopeless mess. He was a homeless young man living under a pier when he met Jones...not Mr. Jones, just ... The Noticer - A Book Review

Janette's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/21 melody sproule wrote: Andy Andrews takes us on a journey into the travels of an old man called Jones, who helps people get a fresh perspective on things. Jones makes an appearance in the lives of those who seem to need him most. "Your time on this earth is a gift to be used wisely"he says. "Don't squander your words or your ... The Noticer

melody's Rating:

3 Stars

On 5/20 Stephen Jarrett-Sprague wrote: A mysterious old man called Jones meets Andy a young man down on his luck on a beach and tells him that he is a noticer – he notices things that other people overlook and offers people perspective on their situation so that they can start their lives again. Andy’s life is the first person ... The Noticer by A. Andrews

Stephen's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/20 Phillip Coxwell wrote: Simply put this book is all about perspective. Andy Andrews blends Fiction, allegory, and plenty of inspiration to come up with a book that speaks on many different levels. It’s based on a true story and takes place in Orange Beach, Alabama. A mysterious man known as “Jones” shows up and begins giving the people what ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Phillip's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/20 Bob Garbett wrote: Imagine you are facing a crisis, and a mysterious man shows up who knows where you are and where’ve you been. In a few brief moments, he asks a series of questions only you can answer, but somehow these questions lead you to a new “perspective” on your situation and on your life. This scene is ... The Noticer

Bob 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/18 Denise Lee wrote: The NoticerSometimes, All A Person Needs Is A Little Perspectiveby Andy AndrewsThomas Nelson, PublisherThis book is the story involving a character, named Jones, not Mr. Jones, just Jones, who manages to appear in the lives of those who seem to need him the most.Beginning with the story of Andy, the ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Denise's Rating:

3 Stars

On 5/16 Deanna Germany wrote: Book Description: Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But like all humans on the planet, the good folks of Orange Beach have their share of problems - marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, business people on the verge of bankruptcy, ... The Noticer

Deanna's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/16 Walter Jones wrote: First, I'd like to begin by saying this is absolutely the best self-help/self improvement book I've read in a quite a while, partly because it was not preachy or full of empty clichés that are absolutely useless to readers who are looking for guidance and instruction on specific things that can be incorporated ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Walter's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/16 Cathy Babao Guballa wrote: I’m an optimist by nature. No matter how difficult a situation may be, I always try to find the ray of light that breaks through the cracks, follow it, and whistle my way through the darkness until I get to the other side. This resiliency, I’d like to believe, is part of my gene pool -- having come ... It's All About Gratitude and Perspective

Cathy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/15 Robin Hicks wrote: here is nothing I like more than to spend an evening (or a day) snuggled up with a good book. I appreciated the fact that this was an 'easy read'. Each chapter focuses on a different person living or travelling through Orange Beach, Alabama. Each is impacted by a man named Jones. Jones seems to know ... The Noticer

Robin's Rating:

2 Stars

On 5/14 Meghan Jones wrote: The Noticer is one of the best books I have read. I plan to keep this in my library forever and have recommended it to people even after only reading the first chapter, and now that I've finished it I want everyone to share the experience I had of reading it. This book helps you to really think about ... The Noticer - It's All About Perspective

Meghan's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/12 Emily Fleener wrote: Andy Andrews has written a great book The Noticer - it makes you think, cry, and it is hard to put it down! This book is a quick read and really made me look at how I look at things in my life. Your perspecctive on different things in life can be completely changed by looking at and applying the things ... Perspectives

Emily's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/12 Diana Petty wrote: The Noticer is a life changing book with two main characters, Jones and Andy. The storyteller Andy starts off telling how Jones changes his life by teaching him about other’s lives and having the right perspective. Andy goes onto see how many lives that Jones touches through changing other’s perspectives ... The Noticer By Andy Andrews - A Life Changing Novel

Diana's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/10 Benjamin Anderson wrote: The Noticer is the story about how one man can impact so many people, provide additional perspective and help an entire town through their own difficulties. Jones has in some way impacted everyone in Orange Beach, Alabama and planted seeds of wisdom in a community to help them through life's difficulties. The ... Entertaining Read

Benjamin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/10 Suzanne Levin wrote: In a small town in Orange Beach, Alabama where a young man is alone, living under a pier and giving up on life, where a married couple is contemplating divorce, and a man hits financial ruin, in walks Jones, not Mr. Jones, just plain Jones. He's an old man carrying a old beat up suitcase wearing a white ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews... a Review

Suzanne's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/10 Alissa Grosso wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a quick and inspirational book that can easily be read in a day's sitting. At first I wasn't sure what to make of the book, thinking that it was a sort of memoir, but it's clearly a sort of allegory with an inspirational bent.The Noticer follows a formula established all ... "All lives are either in a crisis, coming out of a crisis, or headed for a crisis"

Alissa's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/9 Deena Peterson wrote: This is one I've been eager to read; in fact, I was supposed to be a part of a big promotional campaign. Then the baby came. I was busy living out the message of the book.Which is cool."The Noticer" reminds me of the 'Perfect Stranger' series. Andy Andrews takes something so simple, and with his story ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Deena's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/8 Gautami Tripathy wrote: Just when everything appears bleak, unendurable, an old man appears out nowhere, befriends people, puts them at their ease and talks to them. He is simply names Jones and says that he is a noticer. He can see beyond the obvious. For him , it is not we have that is important, it our perspective of those ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Gautami's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/8 Patti May wrote: I’ve finished reading Andy Andrew’s new book, “The Noticer”. The premise of the book is ‘perspective’, when things seem like they can’t get any worse in the characters lives, Jones shows up. Jones is a man of undetermined age, with an undetermined background ... Are You a Noticer?

Patti's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/6 Scott Nichols wrote: “Call me Jones… I am a noticer.” So is self-introduced the ageless old man in Andy Andrews newest book, The Noticer: Sometimes All A Person Needs Is A Little Perspective, published by Thomas Nelson. Jones mission or ministry is to offer a different perspective upon the struggles of everyday life ... Review: The Noticer

Scott's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/6 Ron Lane wrote: The main character of this story is Jones.  He does not like to be call “Mr. Jones”, just Jones.  The other main character and the narrator for a  number of chapters is Andy.  Throughout the story, Jones has conversations with various people and helps them work through problems ... Review Of – The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Ron's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/6 Kimberli Arnold wrote: Hello, my name is Kimberli and this is my first review here at Girls with Books. I've read a bunch of books in the past 2 weeks but I wasn't able to post reviews on them because my silly computer was zapped by a lightening storm! So, bare with me over the next few days while I post reviews on all that ... My First Review: The Noticer

Kimberli's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/6 Julie Arduini wrote: Today is the release date for a moving, inspirational work by Andy Andrews. The Noticer is one of those books that reads quickly, but stays with you. For me I was especially captivated by the book because a huge theme of the book is perspective. This is a lesson God has been showing me this year, ... Thomas Nelson Publisher Blogger Book Review: The Noticer

Julie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/5 lindsey ellis wrote: The Noticer was a feel good, inspiring book. It was reminiscent of Mitch Albom's style of writing - a quick read, but thought provoking. A book I was glad I had read when finished. Jones is a mysterious character who turns up when people need him the most. He proclaims himself a noticer, someone who ... the noticer

lindsey's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/5 rena belcher wrote: Posted 05/05/09: Jones liked to call himself a Noticer that helps people by giving them a broader view, allowing them to regroup, take a breath, and begin their lives again. It is amazing how one individual is able to inspire, touch, and release a ray of hope for one small community. I consider this ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

rena's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/4 Loni Vander Stel wrote: "The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective noticer" by Andy Andrews is a newly published book (April 2009) by Thomas Nelson Publishers. This story revolves around a mysterious old man named “Jones” who visits in a simple town, Orange Beach, Alabama. He mysteriously appears ... Book Review: The Noticer

Loni 's Rating:

2 Stars

On 5/4 Megan Chapman wrote: Saturday, May 2, 2009 The Noticer "Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective," says the quote at the bottom of the cover. This book truely makes you think. It challenges each reader to consider the people and perspectives that's present in their life. Andy Andrews is such a gifted author ... The Noticer

Megan's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/4 John Hollandsworth, MD wrote: Perspective. When you’re facing a crisis, having someone tell you that you need “perspective” sounds trite, simplistic, and/or offensive.  You don’t need perspective, you need what’s wrong to be right. However, once you gain perspective, you look back and realize it ... Book Review: The Noticer

John 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/4 Jason Whitehorn wrote: This week’s book review has been, by far, my most enjoyable. The Noticer by Andy Andrews is an quick read - but packs a wallop of a punch to its readers. Thomas Nelson Publshers has this to say about the book: A moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift. ... BOOK REVIEW: The Noticer

Jason's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/3 Travis Christian wrote: I read this book in 2 days, something I haven't done for years. The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a compelling story about a mysterious but likable old man known as Jones (no "Mr.") who visited a small Gulf Coast town over many years, helping people address various problems in their lives by giving them ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Travis's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/3 Lisa Sullivan wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a simple, heart-warming story about a mysterious man named Jones who uses his ability to put things into perspective to change the lives of strangers he meets. Jones is a fatherly figure who seeks out troubled individuals and uses his wit and wisdom to encourage them to ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Lisa's Rating:

3 Stars

On 5/3 Sandra Joseph wrote: Andy Andrews wrote The Travelers Gift several years and The Noticer was released earlier this week. The title intrigued me as I consider myself ”a noticer” of people and situations - but I must admit that the book did not grab me. It is a quick read (156 pages) along with an easy read. But I did ... Book Review of The Noticer

Sandra's Rating:

3 Stars

On 5/3 Laura Davis wrote: The residents of Orange Beach, Alabama all seem to have something in common - an old man by the name of Jones. Jones carries a suitcase with him everywhere he goes, shows up at just the right times and seems to fix everyone's problems no matter how bad they are. He starts with a young man named Andy, ... The Noticer

Laura 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/2 Gwendolyn Dawson wrote: In an attempt to create buzz for Andy Andrews's new book, The Noticer, Thomas Nelson offered free copies to any blogger willing to post a review on April 27th, one day before the book's official on-sale date. Based on what I've seen, the experiment was successful. The 5-day-old book already has 264 reviews ... Thomas Nelson's Experiment

Gwendolyn's Rating:

3 Stars

On 5/2 Michael Covington wrote: Where have I been? Why haven’t I read Andy Andrews before now? This fact is tragic, yet I am grateful that I came to this book without expectation, it truly allowed me to become fully absorbed in its message. What’s amazing is that some, if not most, of the truths in this book were things I have ... Do You Need A Little Perspective?

Michael 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/1 Brenda Wood wrote: This book reminds me of 'The Shack." However it didn't move me quite so much. It is a pleasant quick read with some tidbits to brighten one's life. There are some original thoughts but the author generally takes some well -proven or documented thoughts and works them into a more easily understood mode. ... The Noticer

Brenda 's Rating:

3 Stars

On 5/1 Diane H. wrote: Format: Jacketed Hardcover Retail Price:  $17.99 The Noticer could easily be described as a quick-read, Christian fiction novel, but it's a whole lot more than that. The fact is, it isn't a long book, it is a page turner, and you could easily plunk yourself down and read this in a few hours. However, ... New Review!!! The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Diane's Rating:

4 Stars

On 5/1 Suzanne Eller wrote: I’m reading a simple story about a young guy who sees life darkly and an older man named Jones who is a “noticer”. Jones sees life differently than others. The young guy sits in the sand and eats sardines and vienna sausages. Jones is eating surf and turf with an ocean front view. But they are ... Perspective

Suzanne's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/1 Danielle Waters wrote: Set in a small town, filled with simple people, lives are forever changed by a man that is anything but simple. Known to them as Jones, he drifts in out of their lives, making his greatest impact when things seem to be at their worst. Bringing with him -common sense and the wisdom of knowing the difference ... The Noticer

Danielle's Rating:

5 Stars

On 5/1 Jo Rae Johnson wrote: From a distance you may think that Jones is a homeless man, alone with no family, and only a small suitcase of belongings. Move closer and Jones would tell you he’s a man with a wealth of places to stay, friends who love him like family, and possessions meant to be shared. Jones would say you might ... DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?

Jo Rae's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/30 Kim Ford wrote: Book DescriptionA moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift. Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, business people ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews - REVIEWED

Kim 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/30 Teresa Konopka wrote: "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews is a great work of fiction. It is told through multiple perspectives around an elderly man called Jones. His race is unknown--each person sees him a different way, and he has other ethnic names. Anyway, Jones wanders around town fixing people's problems. As for the main ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Teresa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/30 Mary Lynn Griswold wrote: If you have ever known a "Jones" in your own life, you can definitely relate to Andy Andrews newest book "the Noticer". Jones is just Jones, not Mr. Jones but he seems to appear and disappear just like an angel. He seems to be ageless but also so timely in his appearances to help people with their ... "the Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Mary Lynn's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/30 D.J. Kleiner wrote: The Noticer is the story of Jones and his effect on the residents of Orange Beach, Alabama. Jones is an old man who does not seem to age or change his clothes. Over several years he appears in town to give people in crisis new perspectives on their lives, helping them find purpose and make changes to ... http://www.librarything.com/work/7638840

D.J.'s Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/30 Janice Eicholtz wrote: This book is subtitled, "Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective." Such wisdom is simple but true. We as Americans don't have any perspective because we are too wrapped up in our own world-our own hurts and dreams. We often forget that there are people in the world too hungry to even ... Book Review: The Noticer

Janice's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/30 Elaine Littau wrote: “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews is a keeper. I read a lot and give away many of the books I read. Only the ones that really “get to me” stay on my shelves. This book is full of wisdom for all ages. Some books speak the challenges in marriage. Others are about dating and young people’s issues. ... Life Changing Book

Elaine's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/29 Audra Krell wrote: Just finished The Noticer by Andy Andrews and could not put it down. It's a quick read, compelling and moving. A powerful story of desperation, hopelessness and terminal thinking. But a drifter named Jones comes to town and has the gift of noticing. He sees things that others mostly miss and is unable ... Audra Noticing Andy Andrews

Audra's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/29 Holly McClain wrote: This book was a refreshing reminder about the importance of perspective. In the different scenarios given, simplistic lessons on the proper perspective really put things in a new light. The stories though simple, were profound, in that so much of what we experience in life is based on how we see our ... Enlightening Perspective

Holly's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/29 Eddie Poole wrote: I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from “The Noticer,” by Andy Andrews, when I picked up the book. What I found was a book that was hard to put down. The only thing that kept me from picking it up was that my wife and 16 year old daughter kept grabbing it as soon as I put it down. It seems that ... Exellent Book: The Noticer

Eddie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/29 Clyde Waters wrote: The Noticer By: Andy Andrews I saw the description for this book and decided to give it a go. I have never read anything by Andy Andrews before and I have never heard him speak before. I knew nothing about his writing, his life, or why this book was getting so much hype. So I sat down at work and began ... Book Review: The Noticer

Clyde's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/29 Alana Cummings wrote: I recently read The Noticer by Andy Andrews and was immediately drawn in by the title. I consider myself a perceptive person and often find myself "noticing" others and caring about their general sense of well-being. I thought this book was going to be about taking the time to notice others, but it ... The Noticer: A Book Review

Alana's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/29 Dennis Muse wrote: Thomas Nelson newest book The Noticer by Andy Andrews. Is a great book, destined to not only be on the bestseller list but to be there for a while I’m sure. In this book Andy Andrews tells about Jones and his life changing impact on his world around him through active observation giving him “perspective” on ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Dennis's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/29 Darren Singleton wrote: Perspective. Sometimes in life, a new perspective on things can be greatly beneficial to a vast array of situations. The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a true tale of an old drifter known by many names, who brings perspective to the lives of others. Before receiving this book, I had never heard of Andy ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Darren's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/29 Jessica Gunning wrote: Andy Andrews wrote a wonderful little book with this one. It is a short read, one that can easily be read in two or three days, yet it has a profound message.Written in the first-person narrative by a man named Andy (a younger version, supposedly, of the author), this book takes the reader on a journey ... Book Review: The Noticer

Jessica's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/29 W. Terry Whalin wrote: body { border-style: none; background: Window; color: WindowText; } #ljcutbegin { width: 100%; height: 1px; border: 1px dashed black; } #ljcutend { width: 100%; height: 1px; border: 1px dashed gray; } blockquote ... The Best Teacher

W. Terry's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/29 jennifer jones wrote: I just finished reading a fantastic book I want to recommend to all of you. Its called The Noticer, by Andy Andrews. Andrews does a fantastic job of interspersing real life advice through this story of an older gentleman named Jones...not Mr. Jones, just Jones. Jones makes his way through Orange Beach, ... Perspective is Everything in Life

jennifer's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/29 Erin Davis wrote: We all need to be noticed.  And there are times where we can all benefit from a different perspective.  It’s with these themes that Andy Andrews writes the awesome book, “The Noticer”. Andrews tells the story of a man named Jones- not Mr. Jones, just Jones, who sweeps through a town changing lives by imparting a ... Book Review: The Noticer

Erin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Rev. Bill Woods wrote: Light Entertainment and Fun, April 28, 2009 In his book: The Noticer, Andy Andrews provides a delightful entertaining read, that I would classify as "fun." If you are looking for deep theology, philosophy, or life changing confrontation, you won't find it here. What you will find is entertainment. ... Light Entertainment and Fun, April 28, 2009

Rev. Bill's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Elizabeth Harn wrote: The Noticer is about the mysterious "Jones" (not Mister, just Jones), who shows up in Orange Beach, Alabama, to offer a bit of perspective to its various citizens who are going through a rough patch in their lives. It's a bit of a cross between an inspirational story and what I call self-help fiction, ... The Noticer

Elizabeth's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Amy Geldner wrote: Wonderfully and passionately written, The Noticer really took me in, wrapped me up warmly and then let me fly away with my newly discovered wings. Simple enough, profound enough and a great lesson without preaching or over-doing it. I think everyone should read this book,just as I think everyone should "notice." What a world it would be..... I certainly noticed the message

Amy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Donna Mancha wrote: The Noticer is a very wonderful story that brings you into the life story of life The Noticer is a very wonderful story that brings you into the life story of life lessons. What is the definition of wisdom? "The ability to see into the future the consequences of your choices in the present." If only ... The Noticer - Interesting Word

Donna's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Susan K. Stewart wrote: I struggle with the right words to describe The Noticer by Andy Andrews from Thomas Nelson. Is it the beginning of a movement, or a good marketing plan? Is it a feel-good book, or a short story stretched to fill about 150 pages? Is it autobiographical, or just written to sound like it? I'm afraid the ... The Noticer

Susan K. 's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/28 Cynthia Norris wrote: Homeless. Jobless. Depressed. Lonely. The Noticer by Andy Andrews starts out with a young man (Andy) who is in such a state. As he tearfully contemplates his position one evening, he is joined by a mysterious older man who leaves him with some advice and three books. To borrow a cliche, that was the ... The Noticer

Cynthia's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Jennifer Scott wrote: I was sent this book before it was even released in order to read it, review it, and help create buzz for it’s release on Tuesday. I started the book and have to admit to being intrigued by the concept. A wanderer named Jones (not Mr. Jones, just “Jones”) who seems to know a lot ... Book Review: The Noticer

Jennifer's Rating:

1 Stars

On 4/28 Daniel O'Deens wrote: “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews is fantistically absorbing.  It forces the reader to see people in a different light.   Inter-personal relationships can wear you out.   Perspective can ruin all relationships.   Andy gives a fresh ‘view’ of people as he ‘notices’ ... The Noticer - Review - SUPER!

Daniel's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Barrett Myers wrote: This past weekend I read The Noticer by Andy Andrews and was impressed by how such a quick read with a simple message could be so powerful. Andy weaves pieces of his own life story into a tale about a man named Jones, who mysteriously appears to those in need, offering the gift of perspective.  Many ... Book review: The Noticer

Barrett's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 debra muccio wrote: Last night I was excited about some "me time" I had scheduled. It wasn't a girl's night out or a relaxing massage..... it was time spent alone reading. It was late at night while everyone was asleep in bed. I began the book......and finished the book all in 1 and 1/2 hours. I'm a fast reader, but I just ... The Noticer

debra's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Jodi Whisler wrote: This little book, under 200 pages, packs a powerful punch. It is the story of a man named Jones, who comes to a small beach town in Alabama and quietly turns many of the residents’ lives upside-down. The story begins with Jones meeting the author of the book at a low point in his life. Jones gives ... The right perspective

Jodi's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Val Coulman wrote: I recently read a new book that is being released today. It's called The Noticer by Andy Andrews and it's an interesting read. To begin with the subtitle from the cover intrigued me - "Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective." By being in the right place at the right time, the character ... A review - The Noticer

Val's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Isabelle Lussier wrote: The NoticerSometimes, All A Person Needs Is A Little Perspective.by Andy Andrews BOOK DESCRIPTIONA moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift.Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages ... Have you met The Noticer?

Isabelle's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Kim Mills wrote: I recently finished reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews.  I really enjoyed reading this book!  The basic story is about a young man left orphaned and living on the street.  The story is set in a small gulf coast town,  into his life comes a man named Jones.  Jones helps people ... Book Review ~ The Noticer

Kim's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Joe Martino wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is out tomorrow from Thomas Nelson. It has had a bit of hype around it. I’ve read it and I’m still not sure what I think of it. I am normally not a fan of “inspirational” books. I think this one will be valuable to people in different seasons of their life. This book ... Good but Not Great

Joe 's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/28 Heather Messer wrote: Book ReviewThe NoticerAndy AndrewsI received this book from Thomas Nelson Publishers as a book review blogger. It's the best book I've received from them to date. It was a fast read, an engaging story, and a strong moral strand woven through the entire book.Parts of the book, on first glance, seemed ... Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective

Heather's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Estela Sagredo wrote: From the author's site,Orange Beach, Alabama, is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, business people on the verge of bankruptcy, and many of the other obstacles that life seems ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews---Book Review

Estela's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/28 Danielle Schleifer wrote: First off, I must admit that I really don't like this type of book. It is meant to inspire people by appealing to their emotions and other sentiments. Perhaps it doesn't work for me because it combines the appealing to emotions with the classroom lecture. The biggest problem with this book for me, was ... Not Too Bad

Danielle's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/28 Ashley Beck wrote: "Perspective", Webster's says it means, among other things "the state of one's ideas, the facts known to one, etc., in having a meaningful interrelationship. The faculty of seeing all the relevant data in a meaningful relationship. A mental view or prospect."In Andy Andrews's newest book, The Noticer, ... The Noticer

Ashley's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/28 Alicia Wolfe wrote: I love Thomas Nelson publishing company and their books. They offer a great program to receive copies of some of their books in return for posting an honest review on my blog. The most recent book I’ve requested is The Noticer, by Andy Andrews. This book was unlike any book I have read in quite a while ... The Noticer

Alicia's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Luanne DeBoth wrote: When I agree to receive a free book, in exchange for reviewing it on my blog, there is always a risk. Will the book merit the space--and will I be able to proudly stand behind it? Andy Andrews is the author of the book The Noticer. A fictional account of a drifter who 'drifts' in and out of people's ... The Noticer

Luanne's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Karolee Gregory wrote: Jones. No one knows where he came from, or where he is going, or can even guess at his age or nationality. But Jones knows, and he has his mission firmly in mind: giving the people he encounters a little perspective to help them along life's road. He seeks out the lost, the broken-hearted, young and ... Have you challenged your thinking lately?

Karolee's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Nichole Watson wrote: I recently read the latest book written by Andy Andrews, author of The Traveler's Gift, called The Noticer. It was a super fast and easy to read book but full of nuggets of wisdom. I guess you could call it a self-help book but I like to think of it as more of a reminder that we should do a better job ... Fast, Easy and Full of Nuggetts

Nichole's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Ida Davidson wrote: I loved this book and it did present me with some Perspective, as the title promises. However, the perspective is shallow and the situations highly improbable. I would have loved to see some more in-depth character and story development. The problems that people in this book had to overcome were far ... Light read - not a lot of substance

Ida's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/28 Julie Morrison wrote: Andy Andrews’ artful weaving of characters and simple but profound truths in The Noticer makes this tale a quick read. Imagine if you were going through a divorce, homeless, down on your luck or ready to file bankruptcy. Times like that you could really use a good friend, right? Someone who could lend ... Jones aka The Noticer

Julie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Trace Kuhn wrote: I recently read The Noticer by Andy Andrews and wanted to take a few moments to share my thoughts on this book. The Noticer is about a fella named Jones. Not Mr. Jones, just Jones. He wanders in and out of people’s lives long enough to impart some wisdom and “perspective.” This “perspective” from a ... The Noticer

Trace's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Harold Arnold wrote: Think back over the course of your marriage (or even before) or other meaningful relationships that you currently have. Who are the people that have made these relationships successful? Are they family members, friends, spiritual leaders, teachers, or others? What things did they say or do that made ... How "The Noticer" can help your marriage

Harold's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/28 Kyle Chowning wrote: If you think that your job is too difficult because your boss makes your life hard; a relationship is at a brinking point because you think that too many things have changed, and not for the better; your financially so unstable that anything could send you into bankruptcy; or that God must be so frustrated ... Perception is NOT reality

Kyle's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Ryan Markel wrote: To this reviewer’s taste, The Noticer never quite lands on its feet and decides what it wants to be. Is it a fictional story? A non-fictional account of real events (highly doubtful, given the material)? Is it in first-person or third-person? (It switches between the two.) Is it a story or a self-help ... Too much style; not enough substance

Ryan's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/28 Emanuel Pavel wrote: In postura de blog-reviewer pentru comunitatea romaneasca din NordAmerica al Thomas Nelson, am ocazia de a descoperi autori si scrieri surprinzatoare. In bine. Alaturi de autori consacrati, la ale caror noi scrieri am acces automat, posibilitata de a descoperi si citi alte nume, este o mare oportunitate. ... cel ce face diferenta - The Noticer-Andy Andrews

Emanuel's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Heather Rose Chase wrote: Is the economy bumming you out? Is a fruitless job search sending your sense of self importance south? Have you ever met someone who was unrelentingly positive in any situation and wondered how you could get a little of what they have?Please allow me to introduce you to a little fresh perspective in ... The Noticer

Heather Rose's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/28 Janna Ryan wrote: "The Noticer"byAndy AndrewsA moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift.Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, ... "The Noticer" Book Review

Janna's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Aimee Bontreger wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is sure to be a bestseller.At least, it's written in the self-assured, commercialized, slightly condescending tone of a book whose future has already been determined.The book follows Jones, an elderly man with strangely angelic or Messianic qualities, who appears at just the ... Book Review: "The Noticer"

Aimee's Rating:

1 Stars

On 4/28 Randall B. Scott wrote: Andy Andrews’ newest book “The Noticer” is an inspirational story of wise old man named “Jones” who appears to be always present for those in need. Jones goes about instructing people about their perspective in life. Jones uses a reflective tone in teaching those whom he encounters about ... The Noticer

Randall B. 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/28 Kristine Pratt wrote: Perspective. Jones spoke the word several times, dropping it casually in conversation with those who were lost, hurting, and confused. How could a single word of three syllables make such an impact on old and young alike? The answer is in “The Noticer.” Through the use of what has to be the most ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Kristine 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 jeremy moore wrote: I didn't really know what to expect with this one. I was pleasantly surprised.Andy Andrews newest book, The Noticer, which comes out Tuesday but is available now HERE. Is one of those books that feels familiar and new all at the same time. I enjoyed it from cover to cover and also enjoyed how it mixed ... Book Review--The Noticer

jeremy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Alisa O'Berry wrote: I have never read any of Andy Andrews’ books before. I LOVED this book! I read quite a few books, but this book was simple and hit me right to the core.Jones introduces himself saying he is a noticer. He says, “I notice things that people overlook. And you know, most of them are in plain sight.” ... Thomas Nelson review-The Noticer

Alisa 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 susanne phaneuf wrote: there are times in life when all we can do is hang on. circumstances, relationships, stress, work… all these things and more sometimes seem to serve only to barrage our lives with yet one more thing, robbing us of a vital, precious commodity: perspective. it’s at this moment in a person’s life ... book review: The Noticer

susanne's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Aubrey Howell wrote: “Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective” I was excited when I received an email from Thomas Nelson promoting a new book by Andy Andrews called “The Noticer.” I was even more excited when I saw there was an opportunity for the first 300 bloggers to get a copy early to review. So of ... Review: “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews

Aubrey's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Kristen Dye wrote: I was very impressed with this book! I found it easy to read and didn't want to put it down. It was a short but wonderfully written book. I finished reading the book with a "NEW Perspective" of life. It takes you through the daily trials that we all face and can relate to and leaves you thinking there ... Loved it

Kristen's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Jami Johnson wrote: 5.0 out of 5 stars It's all in how you look at it...., April 27, 2009 We all need a new, different perspective from time to time and "The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective" by Andy Andrews Published by Thomas Nelson will do just that. Jones, as he is called throughout ... It's all in how you look at it....

Jami's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 B Nagel wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews ISBN: 978-0-7852-2921 My review: 4 out of 5 suitcases I'm going to borrow an idea from Aerin and start with the first line of the book. First Line: "His name was Jones." Not quite the ambiguity of Melville, but Andrews does toy with the phrasing later on in the book. The ... Release Party for The Noticer!

B's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Stacy Zogheib wrote: The Noticer, by Andy Andrews is subtitled, "Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective." Its books like these that make me wonder if I need a little perspective. Or a whack upside the head. Especially when I went to Amazon and noticed that this book has 4 reviews and that all 4 of the reviewers ... The Noticer- by Andy Andrews

Stacy's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Brandon Kraft wrote: Arriving in stores tomorrow is The Noticer by Andy Andrews and published by Thomas Nelson. In the book, the author follows the life of a homeless youth who is found by Jones, a wander himself who "notices" enough about people to help them see a new way of thinking. In addition to helping the homeless ... Review - The Noticer

Brandon's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Penny Raine wrote: The Noticer: Sometimes, All a Person Needs Is a Little PerspectiveBy Andy Andrews / Thomas Nelson From the best-selling author of The Traveler’s Gift comes an absorbing story of boundless hope! Struggling against poverty, personal failures, and lost dreams, the residents of Orange Beach, Alabama, ... The Noticer - my review

Penny's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Christine Fernandez wrote: The Noticer Andy Andrews Thomas Nelson Publishing I was offered the opportunity through Thomas Nelson Publishing be able to read The Noticer before it was available to the public. I really didn’t know a lot about Andy Andrews but the book sounded enticing and I love books so I chose to participate. The book is set in Alabama where a ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews (Book Review)

Christine's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 LuAnn Koehl wrote: The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. Andy AndrewsThomas Nelson2009176 PagesI was very happy to receive a copy of The Noticer by Andy Andrews from Thomas Nelson's Book Review Blogger program. I have read several of Andy Andrews books and heard him speak several times.The ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

LuAnn's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Nathan Hamblin wrote: What are you doing? How would you answer that question? Would it be something simple, or would it require a bit of detail. The way you answer can describe a lot about yourself. It tells how much perspective you have on life and what you think of life and how you view life. The Noticer is about and old ... Book Review: "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Nathan 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Bill Dixon wrote: Andy Andrews’ use of part fiction and part autobiography creates a compelling story-telling method to express the importance of perspective in all that happens in our lives. Andrews brings to life characters who are facing difficult situations that many people can relate to. He teaches us, through the words of a man named Jones, that ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Bill's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Yipeng Huang wrote: Andy Andrew's The Noticer is a self-help fiction book. In the words of Socrates, "the unexamined life is not worth living.” Andy's book challenges us to make changes to our perspective and situation. Andy places himself in the story as a young man desperately in need of assistance. He is noticed by ... Someone is waiting for you to notice them...

Yipeng's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Ron Peck wrote: Here is another "must read" book that is based upon a belief that our time on earth is to be used wisely. One of the ways is to notice those that have make impacts upon our lives. As a sighed person, our Foundation works with blind and visually impaired young adults introducing them to the sport of Judo. ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Ron's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Ben Harris wrote: Max Lucado meets John Maxwell in this inspiring tale of hope, determination and love. A mysterious figure calling himself Jones visits the lives of several down-on-their-luck individuals. What bits of wisdom and direction will change their life forever? The Noticer is a VERY fast read. My usual dose ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Ben's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Reid Cardwell wrote: Perspective. This little book is all about how your perspective affects not only your outlook on life but the quality of your life. This fictional account of a character named “Jones” is full of little nuggets for various aspects of life that open the door to leave you wanting more about the ... The Noticer

Reid's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Thomas Duff wrote: I've always loved books that weave their message into a story, such that it makes it very vivid and memorable once you turn the last page.  Andy Andrews is an expert at that, and his latest book The Noticer is no exception.  His message of ... Book Review - The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective by Andy Andrews

Thomas's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 sandy cathcart wrote: I love this little book! The Noticer starts off like a fascinating true story. That's because Andy uses part of his own history in the first chapter. Also the mystery of the Jones' character kept me turning pages. By page 9, I was highlighting quotes like crazy to keep for future reference. What a fun ... A book that will change your perspective

sandy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Sten-Erik Armitage wrote: “That’s what most folks lack – perspective – a broader view. So I give them that broader view… and it allows them to regroup, take a breath, and begin their lives again.” I found The Noticer to be a very enjoyable read that left me with lots to think over.  I appreciate the concept that ... A light, uplifting read.

Sten-Erik's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Joan Nienhuis wrote: Do you want to be a person other people want to be around? The Noticer by Andy Andrews will help you become such a person. This self help book reads like a novel. Jones is a person who “notices.” He notices things about people and situations that bring a new perspective to the situation, a perspective ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Joan's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Nicole LaRue wrote: if you have ever needed a neon sign moment to tell you what to do, or what you are doing wrong or how to fix it….this is the book. Andy Andrews takes the hard lessons of life and makes them easy to understand. Mr. Jones…or Jones to you….uses everyday life to explain how to be a ... the noticer, andy andrews

Nicole's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 brenten gilbert wrote: good golly, i’ve got some books to throw out there for you today… and a busy day otherwise, so let’s get cracking now shall we… THE WAY YOU LOOK now playing: Noticed - Mute Math The Noticer by Andy Andrews This book is yet another example of how my life is constantly interrupted ... on notice, saving, screaming and a legend…

brenten's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Molly Kehrer wrote: Have you ever thought to yourself, “What difference does it make?”, or “What difference do I make?” Have you found yourself, or your life, in a state of unrest, unhappiness, unfulfillment? There are so many things that we think, do or say on a daily basis that we don’t necessarily ... The Noticer, Andy Andrews

Molly's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Timothy Roberts wrote: The Noticer by Andy AndrewsPublisher: Thomas NelsonPub. Date: April 2009ISBN-13: 9780785229216Sales Rank: 18,323170ppThe Noticer, is an interesting twist on a Christian Living meets story. Andrews shares the story of "Jones", yes that is right "Jones" not "Mr. Jones. Jones is a gentle man that ... Book Review: The Noticer:

Timothy 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Robin Fulton wrote: So I had the great pleasure of reading one of the best books I have EVER read! The Noticer by Andy Andrews is part auto-biographical, part fiction, and an all inspiring book I would recommend everyone reading! In fact I have already recommended this book to several people I know and a few strangers! ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Robin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Allison Hammerle wrote: This book was definitely on my top 5 list. It was well written, kept my attention, and had possibly hundreds of life lessons gracefully interwoven throughout the storyline. The book is written about the narrator's experience with a man named Jones. Jones is a wanderer; he refuses offers for money or ... Book Review: The Noticer

Allison's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Rissa Mendes wrote: This book is about an old man named “Jones”. Not “Mr. Jones”. Just Jones…a old man that drifts around and has a special gift for “noticing” things about people that they don’t notice.. He helps them by giving them a little “Perspective” about their life. He encounters people who ... The Noticer By Andy Andrews

Rissa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Sharon Madsen wrote: While I found I didn't have time for sewing while the remodel was underway, I did find plenty of time for another one of my favorite pastimes - reading.After plowing through a number of books borrowed from the library, I turned my attention to a book I'd recently received - The Noticer, by Andy Andrews.I ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Sharon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 JOAN SEAMAN wrote: “I am a noticer,” he said. “It is my gift. I notice things about situations and people that produce perspective. That’s what most folks lack- perspective – a broader view. So I give them that broader view . . .and it allows them to regroup, take a breath, and begin their lives again.” ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

JOAN's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Brittany Cooper wrote: An incredible book was released today that I had the privilege of reviewing prior to its release.  The Noticer, written by Andy Andrews, is the story of a man who has found himself in less than desirable circumstances and meets a stranger who teaches him the lesson of perspective.  This book personally clicked with me ... The Noticer

Brittany's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Heather Shaw wrote: As a Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger, I had the distinct pleasure of being introduced to the unique writing style of best-selling author Andy Andrews in his new title, The Noticer.The Noticer chronicles the journey of Jones, an aged drifter who travels the town of Orange Beach, Alabama, dispensing ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Heather's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Jason Daniels wrote: I recently received a copy of Andy Andrews newest book, The Noticer.  I have not read any of his previous books, but have been interested in reading The Traveler’s Gift.  The central theme of the book is “Do you need a little perspective?”  Andrews uses a fictional character called Jones to help the people around ... Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jason's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Karen Oland wrote: Are you a puppy dog, a cat, a canary or a goldfish? This is just one of the introspective questions you may find yourself asking as you read Andy Andrews' The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. In The Noticer, Andrews, bestselling author of The Traveler's Gift, tells the ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Karen's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Noreen Radcliff wrote: The latest book I have read for review is The Noticer by Andy Andrews. It is about an old drifter named Jones who goes around a southern town, showing up when villagers are at a crossroads. He provides hope where it is thought there is none. He provides "perspective" as he puts it. The book is well ... The Noticer

Noreen's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Ashley Wells wrote: I just finished reading The Noticer as a Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger. I have to say that this was a very quick read. I got it in the mail this morning and had it finished by this evening.The Noticer is an inspirational book sharing the story of a man, Jones, that visits many people and helps them ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Ashley's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Warren Pawlowski wrote: I've never been one for self-help books. In fact, I've never actually read one, having dodged everything from Chicken Soup to The Secret and instead diving headfirst into entertaining reads and historical accounts. However, I read Andy Andrews' The Noticer in a day and a half, not only because it's relatively ... My First Self-Help Book

Warren's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 kelly jenkins wrote: Great book,helps you see things in a different perspective. Just when everyone in Orange Beach,Alabama thought that they had nothing to look forward to. Jones came into town and turned that all around. This book was very hard to put down, it helps to put things in perspective. Jones comes to a small ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

kelly's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Theron Hatch wrote: Ever had someone see something great in you and you laughed it off, fearful of being too prideful?  Or some destructive habit you enjoy and are too stubborn to let anyone stop you from continuing (it’s your life after all)?  It’s so hard to get outside of who we think we are to see us as ... Perspective - Simple Advice from a man named Jones

Theron's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Shannon Black-Dotson wrote: Aw… such a refreshing book for our time. The Noticer by Andy Andrews provides much needed insight during these troubling times. Friendship, unconditional love, personal choice, and accountability are the main themes of this story, with a little different ‘perspective’ of course. This book leaves ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Shannon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Shelley Galbreath wrote: I’m a blogger for the Thomas Nelson Book Review Blogger program, and I just finished reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews. Oh my...what a read. I was hooked on the first page. The book is chock full of nuggets that will float around in your head long after the read is over. If you need to gain a little ... The Noticer has the ability to transform lives!

Shelley's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Valorie Tucker wrote: Jones is a somewhat mysterious drifter who, carrying only a suitcase, always seems to know when a person needs him and where he can find them. Jones is, as he claims, a “Noticer” in that he notices things around that other people often miss. He has an uncanny ability to see into a person to tell ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Valorie's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Anitra Parmele wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews almost doubled me over with hunger- hunger for the intersection of the supernatural as well as a visceral desire to matter in the lives of those around me. In the midst of our often ridiculous daily routine, how many of us find ourselves in a place that we never imagined- ... The Noticer

Anitra's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Lisa Baughn wrote: When the big brown UPS truck showed up, backed into my driveway, and handed me a box for this month’s Thomas Nelson review, I was so excited. I could not wait to open the delicious pages of the newest Andy Andrews book, and read The Noticer. I settled in to read this delightful little ... BOOK REVIEW ~ The Noticer ~ by Andy Andrews

Lisa's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Blake Atwood wrote: I caught myself overreacting to an Internet outage the other day. I told myself to take a breath, step back, and think about the greater perspective. Then I realized that, while The Noticer is a quick read, its main idea had already gotten past my mind’s defenses. Jones, the titular Noticer, is an itinerant philosopher, counselor, ... Review: The Noticer, by Andy Andrews

Blake's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Dave Anthold wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a compelling book that details the journeys of a man simply known as “Jones” or “Garcia” or “Chen”.  From a distance, this unassuming character seems to appear when people need him most & then move on to the next person.  The journey of Jones takes us into the life ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Dave's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Karla Akins wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews teaches us that sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. Have you ever been to Orange Beach, Alabama? Did you ever meet an old drifter there named Jones? If you’d like to, read The Noticer. You’ll meet a delightful silver-haired man with the wisdom of ... The Noticer

Karla's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Anita Elmore wrote: You’re homeless, living under a pier.You are living in a loveless marriage and facing divorce.You feel like you have outlived your welcome on this earth and have nothing left to offer.You feel like you have nothing left to live for.You feel like you are at a dead end, but are you?Or do you just need ... A Review by a Knitting Junkie!

Anita's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Brian Miller wrote: Think with me here...everybody wants to be on the mountaintop, but if you'll remember, mountaintops are rocky and cold. There is no growth on the top of a mountain. Sure, the view is great, but what's a view for? A view just gives us a glimpse of our next destination - our next target. But to hit that ... The Noticer - Andy Andrews

Brian's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Sarah Mourreale wrote: The Noticer is a nice story but completely gives a completely false dose of reality. The basic premise is that if you think positively, then positive things will happen to you. If you surround yourself with successful people, then you too will become positive. If you just think about things in a ... Just Fluff

Sarah's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Megan Strange wrote: Book Review: The Noticer Apr 27th, 2009 by meganstrange I had the privilege of reading The Noticer by Andy Andrews as a part of the blogging book review team at Thomas Nelson Publishing. The description alone was pretty intriguing… A moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of ... The Noticer

Megan's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Laura Hilton wrote: Title: THE NOTICER Author: Andy Andrews Publisher: Thomas Nelson 2009 ISBN: 978-0-7852-2921-6 Genre: Inspirational/self-help/personal growth Andy lived under a pier on the Gulf of Mexico after his parents died, leaving him basically homeless. He made a dollar here and a dollar there, but mostly lived ... The Noticer

Laura's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Deanna Gibbons wrote: From a simple man comes simple truths. Truths that are right in front of us every day, but we seldom see. The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a remarkable story about a mysterious old man who appears in the lives of people in the small town of Orange Beach, Alabama just when they need him ... The Noticer by Andy Andrew

Deanna's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Steven Hunt wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a wonderful book! I am usually skeptic whenever I see an endorsement that reads that this is the best book the endorser has ever read in their life. C'mon, their entire life? Have they never read any of the great classics like Moby Dick or The Great Gatsby? I hate to admit ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Steven's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Elisabeth Penney wrote: Perspective~ From Latin~ past participle of perspicere : to look through, see clearly, from per- through + specere to look. A mental view or prospect Andy Andrews’ inspirational new book The Noticer was my introduction to his writing, and a first rate first read. He tells the story of a small town ... The Noticer~ Book Review

Elisabeth's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Tiffany Kleinhans wrote: When an old drifter named Jones wanders through the town of Orange Beach, Alabama, he seems intent on changing the lives of everyone he meets. A typical town with typical problems, several people of Orange Beach find themselves greatly in need of the help that Jones provides. But can a change in perspective, ... A Lot of Talk, Not Much Substance

Tiffany's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 John Pearson wrote: Hype or help? Nancy Lopez, LPGA Hall of Fame golfer, unabashedly endorsed The Noticer with this cover line, “This is the best book I have ever read in my life.” Come on, the best book ever? So…I had to read it. Well…it’s pretty good. It’s tough to describe, but I’ll try. Twenty-something ... Just-in-Time Wisdom

John's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Dan Roark wrote: The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, published by Thomas Nelson and released tomorrow, is an interestingly quick read. Yet I found myself not able to read it in one sitting. The plot was rather predictable. Jones (no Mr., just Jones) is the noticer, a seemingly ageless old man who appears in the life of people ... The Noticer - Book Review

Dan's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 One Mom wrote: As a reviewer for Thomas Nelson Publishers, I agreed to review Andy Andrews new book The Noticer which hit store shelves today (April 27, 2009). According to Nancy Lopez (LPGA hall of fame golfer), this is the best book she has ever read. All I can say to that is she needs to read some more ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

One's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Chrysty Fortner wrote: The timeless, ageless Jones is one of those grandfather types that appears just when you need him most…even when you didn’t know you needed him. Andy Andrews takes us on a journey to remind us to be grateful and appreciative through gaining new perspective. In his new book, The Noticer, we weave ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Chrysty's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Jon Hetzel wrote: THE NOTICER by Andy Andrews THE SUMMARY: Down on his luck and with little hope, 23-year-old Andy had a life full of frustrations and little else. He lives in a hole under a pier and “bathes” in hotel pools. But when a mysterious old man named Jones finds Andy close to tears, he gives the young man ... Wise but with too many cliches

Jon's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Lionel Valdellon wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is 156 pages of important life lessons wrapped within a feel-good, inspirational novelette. The lessons are thinly-veiled homilies spoken by the main character Jones to a cast of (unfortunately) flat, characters who barely resemble real people with real dialogue.  Still, ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Lionel's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Pamela Stransky wrote: The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. I just finished this wonderful, insightful book. When I first received the book from Thomas Nelson Publishers I wasn't sure if I would actually take the time to read it. I read the synapse and was hooked. Once I started the book it ... Sometimes all we need is a little perspective.

Pamela's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Andy Depuy wrote: The Noticer written by Andy Andrews 7 published by Thomas Nelson is amazing book to read. It is about a small journey that a friend of Andy took. The journey is where Andy's friend meets different people 7 different situations. The Noticer is a book that will make you think about each situation & how ... My Review On The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Andy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Sarah Dailey wrote: When I opened The Noticer I was quickly drawn in by the storytelling and the parable-esque quality of the writing. If I was a new Christian or a person seeing the frosting-type of sweetness that comes from shallow advice I would think this was a very good book. There are so many other religeous self-help ... The Noticer: and easy buck

Sarah 's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Kayla Finley wrote: One life can have many different appearances depending on the way it is viewed. The Noticer approaches life with the perception that life is a gift, and that the negative things that happen to us are opportunities rather than crises. But rather than offering up the usual trifling comments, Andrews presents ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Kayla's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Elizabeth Schulenburg wrote: Synopsis: The Noticer is the story of the people of Orange Beach, Alabama. They are just like the people in every other town everywhere - they all kinda know each other, and they all try to live their lives the best way they can. They also all have hidden problems that threaten to tear their lives apart. ... Review - The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Elizabeth's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Megan L wrote: The Noticer - Andy Andrews Young Andy is struggling. Both of his parents have died. He feels he has little to live for in his life. His life changes when he is visited by a man named Jones. Just Jones not Mr. Jones. Jones gave him a new prospective on life. Years later, a now grown ... A Glimpse of Prospective

Megan's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Mark Whitlock wrote: A ReviewThe NoticerAndy AndrewsThomas Nelson PublishersReleasing Tuesday, April 28, 2009, A.D.Four lions out of fiveIn the Disney movie, The Lion King, Rafiki, the medicine monkey confronts the prince of the jungle, Simba. Simba has been living in the past and blaming himself for his father's death and ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Mark's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Kay Walsh wrote: Has someone ever impacted your life by saying what you needed to hear at just the right time? In The Noticer, a community is blessed to have a quirky man named Jones who turns up at just the right place, at just the right time. His words are words you may have heard before. Then, at other times, he takes ... Lunatic...or Angel?

Kay's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Cari Ray wrote: Andy Andrews helps us find hope through his new book, The Noticer. This thought provoking read takes us through the lives a white-haired old mantouched on one small section of the Gulf Coast. This is the story of Jones.  His patient lessons helped each one to find a new perspective, which in turn led to hope ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Cari's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Janet Cox wrote: This book is A MUST READ!!! It is one of the best books I've ever read, and I read a lot. This book is based on an amazing true story and has the potential to change your life! The story follows an old man, Jones, not Mr. Jones, just Jones, who manages to show up in Orange Beach, Alabama just when ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Janet's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Jason Taber wrote: The Noticer which releases tomorrow is a short book by best-selling author Andy Andrews. Not knowing much in advance about this book, my first impression was that this was an autobiographical work. Then I quickly realized this was a work of fiction that blends truth, allegory and good storytelling. The ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jason's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Justin Williams wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is the story of a wise old white haired man named Jones, no Mr., just Jones, who sacrificed his time and energy to impact and change the lives of those he encountered on a daily basis.  His wonderful ability to notice things beyond normal perception  made him a very well ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Justin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Jena Marston wrote: This was a fast, easy read. I liked it, it had a very good message about how changing your perspective can change your life. I totally agree with this message. I don’t normally read books like this, but I thought I would give this one a try. It was good, I am glad I read it, and I picked up some good ... The Noticer By Andy Andrews

Jena's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Heather Randall wrote: Andy Andrews, author of The Traveler’s Gift, has created another beautiful and challenging story.  The Noticer is the story of a town that becomes influenced and changed by the wisdom of an older man named Jones.  Jones is a drifter with perspective, a person who can offer insight to those around him and influence them ... The Noticer

Heather 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Alison Smith wrote: The Noticer Andy Andrews Perspective. After reading The Noticer, by Andy Andrews, the word perspective will bring a rush of thoughts and feelings. Told from a first person point of view, the reader learns about a man named Jones that brings a new perspective to each person he meets. He explains that ... Perspective

Alison's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Rebekah Carpenter wrote: Have you ever found that, during the hard times in your life (and we all have them), perspective makes a lot of difference?  For me, at least, this lesson has been one that I have learned, have relearned, and am still learning, so it never hurts to hear it again. That’s what happened when I ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Rebekah's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Rick Womack wrote: Somewhat fiction, somewhat non-fiction, somewhat business, somewhat spiritual - it's a story, so it is mostly conversational - the wisdom that you find in it is remarkable. highly recommended...easy to read, engaging, life-changing if you let it. i highly suggest you pick this book up, it's encouraging, ... this book read me!

Rick's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 M.J. Garcia wrote: The book: “The Noticer,” Andy Andrews (Thomas Nelson) What it’s about: Down-on-his-luck guy (the author) lives under a bridge when Jones — not “Mr. Jones,” he insists, just “Jones” — comes along and gently helps him get back on his feet and believing ... ‘The Noticer’ review: Pithy perspective for everybody’s church book club.

M.J.'s Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Kelly Clark wrote: I found myself wondering if the main character Jones was an angel sent to entertain those lives he touched. But again that wasn’t quite right either, Jones did not entertain, but he did show hospitality, though no one seemed to be a stranger to him. Jones was an older man, who seems to show up in ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Kelly's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 brian Johnson wrote: “The Noticer” Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective by Andy Andrews is a series of fictional stories of people during different seasons of life. When a mysterious man named ‘Jones’ (not ‘Mr. Jones just Jones’) unexpectedly appears to give new perspective to their unique situation. ... The Noticer

brian's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Lisa Amspacher wrote: "Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective" I found this book enjoyable and challenging. The Noticer is a MUST READ book. Andy has described people from all walks of life in his book. I found myself "hooked" in chapter one and I couldn't put it down.The main character, Jones, a career noticer ... Time to READ...The NOTICER by Andy Andrews

Lisa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Amanda Bradbury wrote: Book Review by Amanda Haddix   The Noticer by Andy Andrews   The Noticer is about an old man who notices little things in people’s lives and the book illustrates how he shares his perspective with people and how it changes them. This is a story about one person who has made a difference in the life ... Book Review: The Noticer By: Andy Andrews

Amanda's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Doug Black wrote: http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"> name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"> name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 11"> name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 11"> A small town is treated to the gift of perspective in this well-told, engaging story.  The author ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Doug's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Don Dudley wrote: <!– @page { size: 8.5in 11in; margin: 0.79in } P { margin-bottom: 0.08in } –> The Noticer is the latest work by Andy Andrews. In his latest work, he introduces us to a character named Jones (not Mr. Jones, just Jones.) who has a knack for getting people to view life differently and through different ... Review: The Noticer

Don's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Holly B wrote: A book that everyone, everywhere should read. Andy Andrews is a talented storyteller, and The Noticer is a terrific blend of fact, fiction and allegory. Much of the wisdom gained from reading is very familiar to the reader. But, when presented in a simple story about a kind old man and his ability ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Holly's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Courtney Joseph wrote: Tomorrow The Noticer by Andy Andrews will hit shelves in all the major book stores. Andy Andrews is the author of the New York Times Best-Selling book The Traveler's Gift and I had the privilege of reviewing his new book.So when I opened this short (merely 150 pages) hardback book I was very eager to ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Courtney's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Joelene Young wrote: "Sometimes all a person needs is a little perspective."Perspective is defined as a specific point of view in understanding or judging things or events, esp. one that shows them in their true relations to one another. For example I have a friend whose kids are always borrowing her work gloves. On the ... The Noticer By Andy Andrews

Joelene's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Kristine Bergquist wrote: I thoroughly enjoyed Andy Andrew’s book, The Noticer. The story opens with a personal account by the author. He is a young man who has found himself grief stricken and homeless. Along comes a wise old sage, Jones, who helps Andy get back on his feet. Jones gives him simple yet profound advice that ... The Noticer, by Andy Andrews

Kristine's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Jim Steward wrote: Andy Andrews throws out a big hook early in his new book, “The Noticer.” I swallowed the hook, the line and the sinker, and for the next several hours spent my time eagerly turning page after page. For a long time, I thought I was reading a biography of Andrews, until sometime later on realized this ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews - A Review by Jim Steward

Jim's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Paul Gardner wrote: I cannot say this loudly enough... "Buy this book. Read it, no, devour it. Buy one for each of your children and for anyone else who you love. But most importantly, put what you learn into action." Andy Andrews has an amazing gift, that of story-telling. When I got my advanced copy, knowing I had 5 ... Get One For Everyone You Love

Paul's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 June Price wrote: Have you ever noticed that it's often the little things in life, stuff we do regularly but don't really "see", that helps make our life what it is? I've been reading a book called The Noticer by Andy Andrews and it made me start thinking about things I notice and don't notice. Like this shot from the ... Did you ever notice..."The Noticer"

June's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Janet Collins wrote: I was one of the lucky people who got to read an advance copy of the newly released book, The Noticer, by Andy Andrews because I'm a member of the thomas Nelson book Reviewer Program. (Here's the link, http://brb.thomasnelson.com/) I believe in honest reviews and will say the book was pretty good, though ... the noticer

Janet's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 John Maddocks wrote: It's all a matter of perspective. This is a truth, masterfully taught by Jones, not Mr. Jones, but just plain Jones, a drifter who comes into the lives of various characters in the book, The Noticer. Whether it be a recently orphaned young man now living under a pier; a couple who's marriage is floundering; ... Book Review - The Noticer

John's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Janae DeWeese wrote: What an interesting novel. I read this book because of the amount of promotion & “hype” in was receiving. I can now see why. Although written like fiction, it read more like a series of parables or short stories with a common thread. In Orange Beach, Alabama a mysterious stranger intervenes into ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Janae's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 MaryAnne Johnson wrote: Posted 04/27/09: Thanks to Thomas Nelson, I am able to share another book review with you! The Noticer Sometimes, All A Person Needs Is A Little Perspective By Andy Andrews This review is straight from the Thomas Nelson website, as I simply could not write a better description of this book - this review ... Book Review - The Noticer‏

MaryAnne's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Brian Gorman wrote: I love books, I hate spending money. Thomas Nelson publishers have provided a great solution for me. They have allowed me to review one of the books that is being released today for free as long as I write about it. So here it goes. The book is The Noticer by Andy Andrews. You may be familiar with ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andrew Williams

Brian's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Peggy Erickson wrote: Andy Andrews presents an interesting concept in The Noticer, namely that we spend most of our time focused on the wrong things and need to develop perspective. The book is the story of a man named Walker and a lifelong relationship that develops between Walker and a man named Jones. Jones is something of a ... The Noticer … a review

Peggy's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Susan Carter wrote: I received this book as part of the Thomas Nelson book review blogger programme. The "Noticer" is a man named Jones (just Jones - not Mr Jones). He has the gift of noticing things which other people don't. He mysteriously appears and disappears in the small seaside town of Orange Beach, Alabama where ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Susan's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Debbie Lawrence wrote: ...But I had no idea, none, of what was about to happen. I was about to meet Jones. Based on a remarkable true story, The Noticer beautifully blends fiction, allegory, and inspiration. It provides simple, yet powerful distinctions about love, relationships, value and integrity and will inspire readers ... A Little Perspective

Debbie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Michelle Becker wrote: I am a big Andy Andrews fan, so when I was offered the opportunity to review his new book The Noticer, I jumped at the chance. Thanks to Thomas Nelson for this opportunity. Click here for more information from the publisher. Visit http://www.thenoticerproject.com for more information about “The ... The Noticer

Michelle's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Lori Kibby wrote: In the book "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews, an old man named Jones who carries an old brown suitcase just seems to show up at very critical moments in the lives of people who desperately need help. No one really knows where he came from or where he lives but all end up appreciating the "gift' he brings, ... Adds a little reflection to your life

Lori's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Denise Greenacre wrote: It must be true. I wanted this story to be true. Aren’t all allegories based on truth! Yes, it is actually based on the remarkable true story of the author, Andy Andrews. The Noticer is one of those books you would like to give all your friends and those who aren’t because it gives hope. The ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Denise's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Eric S. Mueller wrote: I have greatly enjoyed being part of Thomas Nelson’s Book Review Bloggers program. I had just requested and started reading John Maxwell’s “Put Your Dream to the Test” when I got an email stating that Thomas Nelson was promoting an upcoming release of a new book by Andy Andrews called “The ... The Gift of Perspective: Review of Andy Andrews’ “The Noticer”

Eric S. 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Marissa Lynch wrote: The story begins with Andy, a young man that has come upon hard times and is living under a pier. He has become bitter about his situation and somewhat hopeless. Jones is an eccentric old man that mysteriously shows up under the pier one night, he tells Andy that his job is to be a noticer. Jones helps ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Marissa's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Becky Ritta wrote: What would you do if a man you'd never met seemed to know everything about you? And not only that, but he knew what you'd need to do to fix the biggest problem in your life? This happens to the people of Orange Beach, Alabama, when they meet Jones, an old drifter. He has amazing insight into the problems ... the noticer by andy andrews

Becky's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Joan Blank wrote: The Noticer, a slim volume of common sense advice by best-selling author Andy Andrews, explores the importance of being or having a “noticer” – specifically, someone who is able step back and view a situation with a wider perspective and offer suggestions on how to approach the problem. We are ... The Noticer

Joan's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Sarah English wrote: ""The Noticer" is a story about a man named Jones. Not Mr. Jones, just Jones. He's a noticer. He seems to pop into someones life right at the crossroads and starts to point out things that only an outsider with some extra "insider" knowledge could. Andy Andrews does a good job at making you care about ... Surprisingly wonderful read

Sarah 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Catherine Love wrote: This story is said to be your chance to regroup, take a breath, and begin your life again in the simple wisdom and heartwarming story of a man named Jones. It was an entertaining story to read, and had some good points. Andy Andrews, or Jones, says that what most people have is a lack of perspective. ... A Review of The Noticer

Catherine's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Brandon Smith wrote: Imagine Morgan Freeman dispensing wisdom from books he has gathered from works by Gary Chapman (Marriage Expert), Andy Stanley (Life Coach), John Maxwell (Leadership Guru), Les and Leslie Parrot (Relationships) and autobiographies of famous leaders in seemingly random places and random people. This is ... Perspective

Brandon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Chris Mattix wrote: Andy Andrews latest book, The Noticer, tells the story of a man named Jones and the people he helps. He teaches them about perspective and also teaches the reader how important it is to notice the little things of life. Andrews takes the reader on an interesting journey through the stages of life. ... A Review of The Noticer

Chris's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Jeff Borden wrote: If you enjoyed the television series, “Touched By An Angel”, you’ll enjoy this book. Just as the angels in the series are sent by God into people’s lives to bring perspective and insight before it’s too late, “The Noticer” appears throughout the book for the same purpose. He is described ... Common Wisdom Noticed

Jeff 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Malise Terrell wrote: The Noticer"... it is Caleb's father who will lead him with the very example of his own life. Caleb will watch his father closely and duplicate everything his father does. Caleb will become what his father becomes... 'I'm sure your father did the best he knew, but he also expected you to add wisdom ... Perspective In Noticing The Noticer

Malise's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Heather McDougle wrote: I got another new book from Thomas Nelson publishers. This time it is The Noticer by Andy Andrews. I was expected some great and magnificent with all the hype the book was getting but I wasn't all that impressed. Jones is an old man that also goes by Garcia by the hispanics and Chen by the chinese; ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Heather's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Russell T. Hawkins wrote: The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective. by Andy Andrews This is a story about a man named Jones. Not Mr. Jones, thank you… just Jones. Jones is a mystery to all that know him. He appears out of nowhere with his tattered suitcase filled with who knows what, but you immediately ... Review: The Noticer

Russell T. 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Fokke Kooistra wrote: When I came across the Book Review Bloggers program from Thomas Nelson I immediately signed up. I love reading and writing about books that have impacted my life. I heard about The Noticer project from @michaelhyatt on Twitter. The book is a novel about planting seeds of perspective in peoples lives. It is a lovely read, ... Perspective: “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews

Fokke's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Susan Barclay wrote: by Andy AndrewsThomas Nelson, 2009LPGA Hall of Famer Nancy Lopez says, "This is the best book I have ever read in my life." While I can't agree with that, I do affirm that the book is well worth reading.Confused initially as to whether it was fact or fiction - it seemed too fantastic to be true - I consulted ... The Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective

Susan's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Michael C. Brown wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is one of my favorite books of this year. It is a story of seeing but not seeing and then seeing with a new perspective. You follow the author as you meet Jones, not Mr. Jones, just Jones as Andy and you learn from himself and others. I remember reading Nancy Lopez's quote ... In Perspective --- Just WOW

Michael C.'s Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Rebekah Henson wrote: I recently had the privilege of reviewing The Noticer by Andy Andrews for Thomas Nelson Book Publishers. This is the first book that I have read by Andy Andrews and was quite impressed by the unimposing way that he ties fiction with simple pieces of wisdom for various life situations. The story features ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Rebekah's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Ruth Curcuru wrote: Thanks to Thomas Nelson publishers for the opportunity to review this book which is described as "a unique narrative is a blend of fiction, allegory, and inspiration".Thanks to Thomas Nelson publishers for the opportunity to review this book which is described as "a unique narrative is a blend of fiction, ... My Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Ruth's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 AMY DAVIS wrote: I picked up the book entitled “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews. It is one of many books I have started to read and found very enticing where could not put it down until I finished it. The book is not very long only 10 chapters and 156 pages; I read the whole book in one night.The book talks mostly of ... A Heart Felt Book

AMY's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Mike Landry wrote: I just read Andy Andrews new book, The Noticer, and want to recommend it to you. It's a short and fast read that will compel you to look again at your current relationships and circumstances. In brief, it's a message on how not to waste or miss a great well-planned life tutorial intended to maximize ... The Noticer

Mike's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Mike Woods wrote: I'm not a fiction reader by nature. There's so much in the world to be processed that I devote my time to non-fiction...exclusively. But on a recent flight to Houston I broke my non-fiction rule and cracked open The Noticer. I was delighted! Andrews paints wonderful pictures with his words. The main ... A book for the beach!

Mike 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Sarah Bailey wrote: I must say I was a bit put off at first to read this newly released book by Andy Andrews titled The Noticer especially since three words sum it as a fictional, allegorical and inspirational but based on a true story. I am not much of one for allegories, but I was so happy that I read this.The story really ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Sarah's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Paul Wilkinson wrote: Writing in the first person this time, Andy Andrews, author of Traveler’s Gift, again presents what is very much a self-help book presented in narrative form.   In The Noticer,  officially releasing Tuesday (28th) the story is situated in his real-life community and refers to his real-life wife ... Andy Andrews’ Fourth Novel is More Autobiographical

Paul's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Christopher Hall wrote: My Father was visiting over Easter, and ironically enough, noticed the review copy of The Noticer I had received. Dad is not a big reader. The books he reads he really seems to enjoy, but most of the time he enjoys so many other things more than reading. But with time on his hands, he read ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Christopher's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 L S Rail wrote: I was asked by Thomas Nelson Publishers to review this new book by Andy Andrews.Andy Andrews is a popular author and corporate speaker. His most well-known novel is probably "The Traveler's Gift". Similar to that novel, "The Noticer" teaches valuable life lessons in a charming easy to read novel."The ... The Noticer - Andy Andrews

L S's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Andrea Johnson wrote: Book Description A moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift. Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, business ... My Review of The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Andrea's Rating:

1 Stars

On 4/27 E.A. White wrote: Maybe this book just wasn't my thing, but I found it to be an incredibly simplistic, thinly veiled rip-off of books like The 5 People You Meet In Heaven (which I wasn't so fond of either). The book is basically a collection of scenes / stories that involve the mysterious character "Jones" - The Noticer ... Big Ball of Fluff

E.A.'s Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Lori Watson wrote: "I am a noticer," he said. "It is my gift. While others may be able to sing well or run fast, I notice things that other people overlook. And, you know, most of them are in plain sight."A young Andy, homeless and living under a pier, meets an unusual man named Jones and suddenly his life is changed. ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Lori's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Jill @ Frugal Plus wrote: Once homeless, directionless and living under a pier, Andrews is now a best-selling author and an in-demand speaker for U.S. presidents, top corporations, celebrities, and the U.S. military. With his latest book, The Noticer, releasing the week of April 27th, Andrews draws on his own remarkable true ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jill's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Elizabeth Ingersoll wrote: The Noticer is a book about an old guy most people call Jones, who has a knack for showing up in the lives of people at just the right moment. He shares a little wisdom and gives them a "new perspective" on their circumstances, with life-changing results. It's a quick read (or maybe I just devoured ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Elizabeth's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Violet Nesdoly wrote: Title: The NoticerAuthor: Andy AndrewsPublisher: Thomas Nelson, hardcover, 176 pagesISBN-10: 0785229213ISBN-13: 978-0785229216“I had been crying, and he heard me, I guess. My cries were not the muffled sobs of loneliness or the whimpering of discomfort – though certainly I was lonely and uncomfortable ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Violet's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Calvin Habig wrote: When Thomas Nelson asked if I wanted to review their new book, “The Noticer” at first I declined.It seemed like a book my wife might enjoy (ala Nicholas Sparks), but the descriptions of it didn’t “ring my bell” so to speak.  But later, (almost too late) I changed my mind.  At that ... Review of “The Noticer” Which Is Being Released Today

Calvin's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Rachel Davidson wrote: It's a small book, not even 200 pages, but its message is so big you wonder how it fit inside.The Noticer is part self-help book, part fiction, and the result is a sometimes awkward blend of story and truth. The story provides a narrative and a context for the advice that the mysterious Jones spreads ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Rachel's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Allanna Cox wrote: The Noticer starts with Andy living under a boardwalk in coastal Florida. He hates his life, feels completely abandoned by his parents' recent deaths, and is doing all he can do to keep himself fed and reasonably sane. One evening, his solitude is disturbed by a stranger ... a stranger who knows his ... Book Review - The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Allanna's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Petula Wright wrote: Do you think your life can take another direction if you look at it differently? Andy Andrews, the bestselling author of “The Traveler’s Gift,” wouldn’t have thought so had he not met a mysterious old man named Jones who called himself a Noticer.Andrews writes about this in “The Noticer: Sometimes, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Petula's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Susan Anadale wrote: Do you need a little perspective?Meet Jones, ageless, wandering and always with that same battered brown suitcase filled with...what, exactly? Jones is a mystery, an enigma, as is his suitcase that he never allows to leave his presence. Sounds like the beginning of a thriller, doesn't it? Actually, ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Susan's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Jade Clark wrote: The Noticerby Andy AndrewsThis is a heart-warming little story of a man named Jones. Not Mr. Jones, mind you..."just Jones." He was always old as far as anyone could remember, always carried a mysterious brief case and ALWAYS showed up exactly when someone needed him. Andrews tells of the first time ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jade's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Colleen Burgess wrote: The Noticer" is the first I have read by Andy Andrews. By the end of the first chapter I was feeling eager to go out and get "The Traveler's Gift" to read about the seven principles, yet at the same time could not set down "The Noticer". As I read, chapter after chapter, I felt a connection to the characters. ... The Noticer

Colleen's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 William Colburn wrote: Some times, seemingly just at the right time, we meet a person who, in a few short words, changes our whole perspective on a life circumstance. In Andy Andrews newest book, The Noticer, there is one such character that looks for, notices, people who just need to see things from a different point of ... The Noticer, by Andy Andrews

William's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Jennifer DeFoy wrote: Touching, Thought-Provoking, and Inspirational. If I had to sum this book up in three words those are what they would be, but thankfully I'm not restricted to three words :-)This story follows Jones and Andy. Jones is the Noticer, because he notices things that other people can't see. Through the book ... Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jennifer's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Tracy Keck wrote: Recently I had the opportunity to read an amazing little book. "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews is scheduled for release today, but as a book review blogger for Thomas Nelson, I received an advanced copy. It is an easy read and difficult to dismiss. It is astonishingly simple and complex at the same time. ... The Noticer

Tracy's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Nolan Bobbitt wrote: Sometimes, the thing we need most in life is a fresh perspective. Andy Andrews' most recent work, The Noticer, transports the reader to Orange Beach, Alabama where he will meet a variety of people, most notably, a drifter by the name of Jones. His mission in life according to Jones: "I'm a noticer," ... Take Note of The Noticer

Nolan's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Beverly Moore wrote: Had your life circumstances touched by an angel? In this remarkable book The Noticer by Andy Andrews, several people in a community in Florida are touched by a remarkable man that can be none other than an angel sent from God. This man is known as Jones to the author, Garcia to the Hispanics in the area ... Have You Ever...

Beverly's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Paul Merrill wrote: The Noticer is unique: a self-help book under cover as fiction. The story: Jones is an old man who gives advice to people. Amazingly, everyone is very open to his advice. (One or two may have balked at first.) All his advice works. Therein we have the “suspension of disbelief” problem. I don’t balk that his advice ... The Noticer: Book Review

Paul's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Marv Nelson wrote: This is the story of many people and one man. Jones, a seeming vagabond travels in and out of people's lives at the exact moment they need him to be there. With his brown leather suitcase and his sage advice, he helps people Notice things about themselves and their lives that they've never been able ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Marv's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Naomi Musch wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a delightful tale to read, even while being packed with message, like this: “Think with me here . . . everybody wants to be on the mountaintop, but if you'll remember, mountaintops are rocky and cold. There is no growth on the top of a mountain. Sure, the view is great, ... Lots of Hope in a Little Book

Naomi's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Robert Taylor wrote: Everyone needs a Jones (no Mr.) enter their life. With Andy Andrews' newest book The Noticer, Jones extends his hand with a warm handshake. The book allows you to hear the slight gravel of his kind voice as he speaks words of wisdom. Andrews is the best-selling author of The Traveler's Gift. His storytelling ... Just a Little Perspective

Robert's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Susan Smith wrote: Andy Andrews new book "The Noticer" is a work of love from his very personal life experiences. Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town but the impact of one person on the whole citizenship is amazing. We keep hearing that one person can make a difference, but Andrews actually put it in perspective so ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Susan's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Kyle T. Panter wrote: Undoubtedly, the most powerfully influential messages are often wrapped in small packages. "The Noticer" would be one such message. Reading Andrews reminds me of yet another very influential author, Og Mandino. In fact, I would venture to say Andy Andrews is Og Mandino's clone. Like Mandino, Andrews ... If you like Og Mandino, you'll like Andy Andrews

Kyle T. 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Jean Ballance wrote: Thomas Nelson review for The Noticer by Andy Andrews. A moving story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler’s Gift. Orange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young ... The Noticer

Jean's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Tiffany Cox wrote: The Noticer is about gaining perspective in order to overcome challenges and ultimately obtain peace in the process. Narrated as a true story, this fictional account starts with one man’s life changing revelations derived from a few brief encounters with a mysterious drifter. This beloved drifter ... The Noticer - a book review

Tiffany's Rating:

2 Stars

On 4/27 Theresa Jackson wrote: "The Noticer" is one of those books that is so simple it is profound. The main character, Jones (not Mr. Jones, just Jones) changes the lives of everyone he meets by simply helping them to see things a little differently. Jones always appears at a choice moment and then is gone before you know leaving ... "The Noticer" by Andy Andrews

Theresa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Mary Carver wrote: According to the book's description, The Noticer is "based on a remarkable true story." It blends fiction, allegory and inspiration to share several basic truths about life that often get overlooked or forgotten in the daily grind of living in this world. As a reader, I'm not 100% sure which part of ... If you're still breathing...a good word for anyone.

Mary 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Cassandra Zimmerly wrote: The Noticer is a book about an old man, Jones, that travels to a southern town to help its inhabitants to “change their perspective” and make large life decisions for the better. He visits with a young homeless man and helps him to see the opportunities that lay within his reach if he would just ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews - a book review

Cassandra's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Clifton Ditmore wrote: BOOK REVIEW--THE NOTICER BY ANDY ANDREWS “This is the best book I have ever read in my life.” These are the words of Nancy Lopez, LPGA Hall of Famer. She also said, “The Noticer is completely absorbing. Anything less than stunning would be an understatement.” The Noticer by Andy Andrews, ... A MOVING STORY OF COMMON WISDOM

Clifton's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Laura McClellan wrote: The Noticer (published by Thomas Nelson, Inc.) is subtitled "Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective." This statement pithily summarizes the philosophy of the title character, a mysterious old man named Jones ("Not Mr. Jones; just Jones"). Jones, who says he has a gift of "noticing things ... Inspirational

Laura's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Suzy Parish wrote: I had the luxury of reading this book on a long flight, with no interruptions, and I was glad I did.The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a book that combines the wisdom of "It's a Wonderful Life" with the in-your-face redemption of "A Christmas Carol."Read it and you will have your "perspective" challenged.I ... The Noticer

Suzy's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Ladette Kerr wrote: The Noticer by Andy Andrews is an amazing, eye-opening book that will change your perspective on life. Andy meets Jones at a time where he is at the lowest of lows in his life. His parents are dead; he is alone and lives under a pier on the beach and showers at the beach or swims himself clean. Andy ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Ladette's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Mara Kim wrote: Life is full of up and downs. Jesus said that we would have trouble in this world. In this book, a man simply named Jones takes notice. He is present at exactly the right moment for a businessman struggling with his marriage, a young man, a couple, and others. Just as the light bulb goes on, Jones disappears ... Timeless Treasure

Mara's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Charissa UpChurch wrote: Have you ever read a book--a fictional book--that really made you stop and think about your life and what you are accomplishing with it? I couldn't name one that had done that for me until I read The Noticer by New York Times best-selling author Andy Andrews. The story is set in the small beach town ... Thought-provoking

Charissa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Bethany P wrote: Have you ever read a book that you really wanted to share with others because the message touched your heart? That is how I feel about the latest book from Thomas Nelson Publishers called The Noticer by Andy Andrews. This ten chapter book will grab the attention of the reader from the beginning and hold ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Bethany's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Mike Henry Sr. wrote: I just finished a wonderful book called The Noticer by Andy Andrews. The Noticer is a remarkable, magnetic story, told as a narrative by the author mostly in the first person. The author pulls you into the book which reads like a series of short stories about an older man named Jones and his interactions ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Mike's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Samuel Sutter wrote: There are a thousand way of painting a picture of selflessness. The Noticer is the story of Jones told from Andy’s point of view – one a ragged voice of older wisdom who can mysteriously can read people and speak wisdom into their lives. The other, a misdirected homeless kid. The story uses the best ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Samuel's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Nellie Martin wrote: What a book! Andy Andrews has written one of the most inspirational books ever. It is all about perspective and encouragement. This book is helpful to anyone that will take the few hours to read it and each scenario can be self applied. I use the word scenario, but this is bo0ok is based on a true ... The NOTICER by ANDY ANDREWS

Nellie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Deborah Rogers wrote: Life is so hard …. Nothing ever goes my way …. Why do bad things always happen to me? …. The Noticer by Andy Andrews isn’t about how to how an easy life or a life without crisis. It’s about how to have perspective about the life you actually already have. It’s about the truth that how ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Deborah's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Rhonda Clark wrote: Perspective, that’s all a person needs to change their life, or maybe a “Jones” to point that out. Andy Andrews does a fantastic job pointing out this simple truth. He weaves an intriguing story of a man named Jones and how he impacts many lives in Orange Beach, Alabama. Jones always seems to ... "The Noticer" Rhonda's Review

Rhonda 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 NANCY MARSH wrote: Once I started reading The Noticer, I didn't want to put it down. It's about a mysterious old man named Jones. He meets different people who are going through some kind of crisis in their life. The people he meets are kind of leery of him at first because he always seems to know who they are and what ... Book Review- The Noticer by Andy Andrews

NANCY's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Amy Sondova wrote: The past few days I’ve been following the adventures of a cheeky old man named Jones, who gives the residents of Orange Beach, Alabama a new perspective on life, love, and everything in-between in the novel, The Noticer (Thomas Nelson).  The book is the latest from New York Times best-selling author Andy Andrews (The Traveler’s ... Book Review:: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Amy's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Kristi Herbrand wrote: What a great little book this was to read. Only 160 pages in length, so it was very quick, but it is packed full of good advice. Advice on how and why to change your "perspective." The stories ranged from a young homeless man (the author), to a couple on the brink of divorce, to an elderly lady who ... The Noticer

Kristi's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Ashley Pichea wrote: The Noticer brings the reader to a place of examination of his life using a unique storytelling method. Andy brings the story of Jones to a place where the reader wants to believe what he is reading has actually happened, although nothing confirms nor negates the story to be true. The Noticer brings ... The Noticer, by Andy Andrews

Ashley's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Paul Brycki wrote: Author: Andy Andrews Format: 167 Pages Jacketed Hardcover Publisher: Thomas Nelson Language: English ISBN-10: 0785229213 ISBN-13: 9780785229216 Thomas Nelson CBD Borders The Noticer by Andy Andrews is a book that I have read and re-read since receiving it.  This book revolves around the two main ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Paul's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Shannon Marklowitz wrote: I just had the ultimate pleasure of reviewing the Book by Andy Andrews "The Noticer" My what a book it was. This book is set to be released tomorrow! April 28th. I recommend that you go out and get this book or order is! There are so many lessons in this book. The story is set in a southern community ... The Noticer

Shannon's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 LaTanya Harper wrote: His name was Jones. Not Mr. Jones, just Jones. If you had the opportunity to meet Jones, you would never forget him. He had a way of making a significant impact on your life. He always seemed to come around when you were at your lowest. Life was difficult and you were not sure how to keep going. But ... Book Review - Andy Adrews "The Noticer"

LaTanya's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Julie Klassen wrote: What determines the success of your life? No, it isn’t your birthright, nor is it in the abundance of privileges you are granted, nor the circumstances that happened to be in your favour! It is something much more simple than that and something that we all have power over – perspective ! Andy Andrews, ... The Power of Perspective

Julie 's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Jennie Atnip wrote: This is an amazing book. It is short and sweet, yet still moving. Reading the word given to others by Jones is so enlightening.I found several examples of myself and how I can change. I also learned a lot about me. It is a smoothly written book that will show you just how little we know about ourselves ... Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jennie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Shane Clements wrote: As most of you know we buried our son, Michael, last Friday morning. I am not really in the right frame of mind for writing a book review, but because I made the commitment to write this review today, I am writing it. This is the first book written by Andy Andrews that I have had the opportunity to ... Book Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Shane 's Rating:

3 Stars

On 4/27 Scott Kuhn wrote: Thomas Nelson offered up another treasure in The Noticer by Andy Andrews. I don't often write this, but this book is a must-read. The book tells the story of Jones, as he's known to many, an old drifter that offers words of encouragement and great wisdom to people in need of the hope that only those ... Review: The Noticer

Scott's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Kristie Ingerto wrote: How often do we really think about how we impact others around us? Just a word, action, look, kind gesture to show we care can make a world a difference in another person’s life. Jones, the main character in Andy Andrews’ book “The Noticer” teaches the reader to take a moment and really observe ... Book Review - "The Noticer"

Kristie 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Kathleen Fuller wrote: I don't often say I have the "privilege" to read a book, but in this case I can. The Noticer is terrific on many levels. Andrews weaves several specific messages within this story about a mysterious man named Jones who shows up at the exact moment he's needed. From the homeless twenty year-old living ... The Noticer

Kathleen 's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Christina Banks wrote: "I'm a noticer," he said. "It is my gift. While others may be able to sing well or run fast, I notice things that other people overlook. And, you know, most of them are in plain sight." The old man leaned back on his hands and cocked his head. "I notice things about situations and people that produce ... Book Review: The Noticer

Christina's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Tammie Rigney wrote: From his home underneath the pier at Gulf State Park on the beautiful beach of Alabama’s coast, Andy’s perspective was anything but beautiful. He had just finished crying the kind of tears that a man doesn’t want anybody else to know about … the kind of tears that express deep sorrow and hopelessness. He had ... We Could All Use A Little Perspective

Tammie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Kevin Agot wrote: Andy Andrew’s “The Noticer” is one, absolutely incredible book.If you were to look at the page count, the book is a quick read. But, the content encased by both covers offers a lifetime of hope, reassurance and inspiration. The book’s key figure goes by the name, “Jones”. He is an elderly, ... Review: The Noticer

Kevin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Shane Schwichtenberg wrote: Who are the people in your life that bring out the best in you?  Your parents?  Your children?  A neighbor?  A friend?   I had the pleasure of reading a new book by Andy Andrews called The Noticer.   Andy Andrews is author to one of my favorite books The Traveler’s Gift.  So I knew his new book would be one to count ... Change in Perspective + a giveaway!

Shane's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Roberta Peterson wrote: I received this book as a member of Thomas Nelson’s Book Review Blogger program http://brb.thomasnelson.com to review before the release date. I made the mistake of starting to read it later in the evening. I could not put it down until I was done, yet I didn’t want it to end - I felt like Jones ... THE NOTICER REVIEW

Roberta's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Laura Kelly wrote: Monday, April 27, 2009 The Noticer I was lucky enough to be able to read The Noticier byAndy Andrews- even before it is released tomorrow. This book was about a man named Jones: not MR. Jones or __Jones- Just JONES. Jones was an old man and had been old for many years, yet somehow, never seemed to ... The Noticer

Laura's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Karin Haubold wrote: Perspective [per-spek-tiv] ~nounDefinition1. The state of one's ideas, the facts known to one, etc., in having a meaningful interrelationship2. The faculty of seeing all the relevant data in a meaningful relationshipThe Noticer: Sometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective by Andy Andrews ... Perspective - The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Karin's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Shirley Bishop wrote: The Noticer by Andy AndrewsPublished by Thomas Nelson PublishersThe Noticer is a small book compared to others. It only has 156 pages. However, within those pages are some powerful messages about life.The story takes place in Orange Beach, Alabama. Folks are feeling unsure about their futures. An ... Book Review: The Noticer

Shirley's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Jamie Hall wrote: The Noticer is one of those "inspirational" books where a wise older character talks to the author and shares with him some of the secrets of life. I say "one of those" because I've read rather a number of books like this. I picked up this book expecting it to be a quick read that left me shrugging.Well, ... A Review: The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Jamie's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Alana Peterson wrote: Andy Andrews has done it again. The Noticer, is what people need today. We've become a society of, "It's all about me, people," and what needs to happen is highlighted in this book... Notice those who make YOU who you are. Take some time to stop and really look at those around you and pinpoint why they ... A Little Perspective is a Good Thing!

Alana's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Becca C wrote: I wasn't sure what to think about a fictionalized self-help book, especially since I'm not a huge fan of self-help books in the first place, but I actually found this book interesting & enjoyed reading it. The 'plot' is centered around an older man (The Noticer) that is able to relate to all different ... Good Read!

Becca's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Kit Palmer wrote: The Noticer  by Andy Andrews Orange Beach, Alabama, is a simple town filled with simple people. But they all have their share of problems – marriages teetering on the brink of divorce, young adults giving up on life, business people on the verge of bankruptcy, and many of the other obstacles that life seems to dish ... “The Noticer” by Andy Andrews

Kit's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Lisa Harman wrote: I love books that inspire me to be a better human being. The Noticer by Andy Andrews is just that kind of book. The Noticer reads like a well written fiction novel. It grabs you at page one and you are hooked. I actually cried through the first chapter.Andy uses the story of Jones, a drifter, who shares ... The Noticer by Andy Andrews

Lisa's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Amanda Holland wrote: Orange Beach, Alabama is a typical American town - it's filled with people with a lot of needs, from failing marriages to bankrupt businesses to lonely lives. But one by one, lives are changed by a mysterious old drifter known only as Jones. Jones insists that all it takes is a little perspective on ... Inspiring and encouraging

Amanda's Rating:

4 Stars

On 4/27 Lauren Caldwell wrote: This book is a bit confusing at first (is it a memoir? fiction? a self help book?), somewhat pedantic and preachy at times, but possibly one of the best books I've ever read- as far as it being A LIFE CHANGING READ. The Noticer, by Motivational Speaker Andy Andrews, might have just taken a similar route ... What You've Possibly Been Searching For

Lauren's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27 Christie Bitters wrote: The NoticerSometimes, all a person needs is a little perspective.Jacketed HardcoverBy Andy AndrewsFrom the bookA new story of common wisdom from the bestselling author of The Traveler's GiftOrange Beach, Alabama is a simple town filled with simple people. But like all humans on the planet, the good ... The Noticer By Andy Andrews - Review

Christie's Rating:

5 Stars

On 4/27