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Success Books Reviews – October 19, 2025

This week’s highlights: The Art of War, Grit, Women & Money, and The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People — strategy, perseverance, financial confidence, and character.

Hello Readers,

Since 2014, Success Books Reviews has been curating the best insights from personal development, business, and leadership books — cutting through the noise so you can focus on what truly matters. Each week we share our latest reviews and timeless classics to support your growth, productivity, and success.

Here’s what we’ve been reading and recommending this week:


The Art of War — Sun Tzu (4 stars)
A timeless strategy classic on preparation, adaptability, and leading with clarity. Sun Tzu shows how foresight, positioning, and discipline win the day with minimal conflict.
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Grit — Angela Duckworth (4 stars)
Duckworth’s research argues that sustained effort and purpose outpace talent. A motivating guide to cultivating perseverance over the long haul.
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Women & Money — Suze Orman (4 stars)
Orman addresses the unique financial challenges many women face, emphasizing confidence, literacy, and values-aligned decisions. The book encourages readers to consider building safety nets and long-term security.
Read review →


Editor’s Classic Pick

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People — Stephen R. Covey (4 stars)
Covey’s enduring framework for personal and professional effectiveness teaches habits of initiative, balance, and integrity that still resonate today.
Discover the lessons →


Looking Ahead

Next week we’ll publish our review of How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie — one of the most influential guides ever written on communication, rapport, and leadership.


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