[Strengths include] the organization of the narrative in each chapter, the case studies provided, the discussion questions at the end of each chapter.
Eric Metchik Love the down to earth examples and writing style. It portrays reality well. Sets clear expectations on all the topics with great examples.
Franzi Walsh [Strengths include] the ease ... Read moreof reading and length of the chapters, material is relevant, and it covers topics that most CRJ students will be faced with.
Thomas H. Williams Good layout including the Table of Contents.
Andrew Wierenga Concise, Informative without being dry , flows easily, and easy to read.
Dr. Veronyka James [Strengths include] the practical advice provided, the sample resume and cover letter, and the specific examples provided within each chapter of dos and don'ts.
Holli Vah Seliskar Great practical examples, easy to read, interesting, and relevant, fills a void in criminal justice. Necessary and important.
Jacqueline M. Mullany, PhD ...I feel it is an excellent supplement to textbooks that discuss process, concepts, theories and all elements of the criminal justice system. This book would only improve student chances of success.
Terry Campbell [A Guide to Study Skills and Careers in Criminal Justice and Public Security] provides students with tips and information that most professors do not have time to cover or teach in a course (such as note-taking skills). Tables are clear and easy to understand... Overall, the book is well-written, covers many important issues, and will be helpful for students from their first year (note-taking) to last year (selecting a career) at a college or university.
Shana L. Maier Easy-to-understand explanations of the criminal justice system and its components
Amie Taylor This text provides a good review of the basics of the criminal justice system, tips and tricks to being successful in college, and a specific focus on preparing for criminal justice careers.
Andrew Walker Concise, Well-developed, Very informative
SaRita Stewart [Strengths include] focus on professions in the criminal justice field, resources for students on how to successfully navigate a future in criminal justice, and information on how to navigate college in order to successfully obtain a degree in criminal justice
Jennifer Riggs Great introductory text for freshmen students new to the field of criminal justice
Katie L. Swope No other textbooks address these issues, in particular for freshman students who do not have the slightest idea of what career paths they want to select. This provides an easily readable and easily understandable insight first into what careers are offered by criminal justice, and provides them with excellent tools to excel in that field.
Dianne Berger-Hill, M.A.S. Show Less