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I found this book to be the most insightful and comprehensive book on the topic of speed reading that I have ever read. The author advocates a 5 step process for reading that will have you reading more quickly and effectively in no time. She addresses points in a clear and concise manner that other authors on the topic glaze over, and there are several exercises throughout the book to help you solidify your new skills.

Most authors on the topic jump right into the mechanics of speed reading and focus on increasing the number of words per minute you can absorb, Tina Konstant addresses the true goal of speed reading: processing and retaining information more quickly. She gives clear advice on how you can improve your memory, concentration and vocabulary. These necessary skills are just as important to speed reading as the techniques on which other authors focus.

The one area where I think this book could use some more "meat" is in the study skills section. For a good read on how to use the skills you learn from this book in your education, refer to the Evelyn Woods 7 Day Speed Reading book. However, in terms of general "how to" on speed reading and retention, I could not recommend a better book than Konstant's. I highly recommend it.