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Option B

Sheryl Sandberg, Adam Grant
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Option B

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017

Book Brief

Sheryl Sandberg, Adam Grant

Option B

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Details
Pages

214

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Option B, by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant, explores resilience in the face of trauma. After the sudden death of Sandberg's husband, she recounts her journey through grief, the “three P’s” of trauma, and the importance of community support. She emphasizes recording small victories, finding growth through adversity, and embracing happiness without guilt, teaching that moving forward honors loved ones' memories.

Inspirational

Hopeful

Emotional

Heartwarming

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.1

63,227 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Option B by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant is praised for its honest and practical advice on building resilience after adversity. Readers appreciate its blend of personal anecdotes and research-based insights. However, some critiques highlight its occasional overemphasis on corporate strategies, which may not resonate with all audiences. Overall, it's an empowering read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Option B?

Readers who find solace in overcoming adversity would relish Option B by Sheryl Sandberg and Adam Grant. Similar to fans of When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi and Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor E. Frankl, these individuals appreciate stories of resilience, personal growth, and finding strength amidst life's challenges.

4.1

63,227 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

9%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

214

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2017

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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