Despite not being sure about this book at the beginning, I was pulled in and ended up grinning quite a bit during a few parts.
This book was just full of wisdom and advice for practical life. It may have been a bit much in one area and lacking the next section, but it eventually balanced out in the end.
It took me a bit to get into due to the writing style. I seldom come across the style that Andrews used but once I got used to it, I didn't notice. Granted, it did take awhile to get used to it.
I'd recommend this book to fans of authors like Richard Paul Evans and David Rawlings.

Rating: 3.5/5
Language: a**
Romance: n/a
Spiritual: Bible verses, characters are Christian
Violence: n/a

*I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All thoughts are my own and a positive review was not required. ( )

Jones seems to be a self help guru who spots people lacking direction in their lives and puts them on the right track. He does this with multiple people at the same time. Most of work is done at his second hand shop. sitting around what is known as the peace table based on the fact that the wood comes from a sacred Native American tree. Jones does many magical things that his wards and others can't explain. The book is well written and laden with wisdom. ( )

I wanted to LOVE this book, I really did. All I've seen about it described exactly the feel-good story I would like. It gave it a 2 star rating even though 1 star might actually fit my opinion. I began it a couple of weeks ago and just couldn't get far into it. So, I've tried again. After about 100 pages, I had to reach the conclusion that I just cannot finish it. My main reason is due to the format. Once I begin to settle in with a character, the next chapter starts with what seems to be the middle of another story. It goes on like that and then goes around to some characters already visited. I kept hoping it would be easier to follow, and perhaps if I had read another 100 pages it would have but if I don't enjoy a book 100 pages in, I just stop. ( )

I did not have the privilege of reading the first few books in the Noticer series, so it took me a minute to get my bearings in this story but once I did I fell in love with Just Jones. For me, it felt a little disjointed at first, with multiple stories that ricochet back and forth, and multiple characters with what at first appears to be storylines that have nothing to do with another, but as I read further, slowing witnessing each narrative intersect, it was nothing short of breathtaking, and incredibly poetic.

This is a tale that we all can identify with in one way or another, and the wisdom that Joes speaks to everyone that he comes in contact with is so spot on, and thought-provoking, not only for the person in the story, but to the reader as well. I highlighted quite a few passages of sage advice that I plan to ponder on later, especially the part about coffee. I've always had an obsession with coffee, but this analogy took that love to a whole other level. I also would kill to try Just Jones Java!

As with all books by Andy Andrews the writing is masterful, and the attention to facts and details are unparalleled. He is such an exquisite storyteller! I was blown away with how much I enjoyed this book, especially with how rocky the beginning was for me, but now I plan on going back and reading the first two books in the series. I can't help myself! I'm in love with Jones!

*I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author and/or publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions are completely honest, and my own. ( )