Book Log 2010 #3: The Survivor's Club by Ben Sherwood

If you ever wondered what it would take to survive a catastrophe or how some people survive an illness that is typically terminal, this book looks to provide some answers. Looking at a mix of specific cases and research, Sherwood looks to pinpoint the abilities and traits that allow some people to thrive and survive where others do not.

While I think it's an interesting topic, I did find the book a little unfocused. It's clear there are certain things that help people survive - positive outlook, paying attention to one's surroundings, etc. - and I'd have preferred it if the book was more organized around these.

However, I do think the looser organization will help drive people to the website to get more information. There's also a test to get one's survivor profile, though you need a serial number from the book jacket to take it (not sure what happens when you take the test using a library copy; sorry to anyone who's tried to take it using the copy I read!).

Anyway, it's OK. More of an airport book than anything else.