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Avalanche: The 9 Principles for Uncovering True Wealth (Modern Parable) [Hardcover]

Steve Sanduski (Author), Ron Carson (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)


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July 3, 2007 Modern Parable

“Are you thinking there has to be more to life?  There is. Avalanche will inspire you to discover True Wealth and lead a meaningful life filled with wealth, health and happiness.” —David Bach, #1 New York Times Best Selling Author, The Automatic Millionaire and Start Late, Finish Rich

Meet Andrew Craver, a real-estate developer who grew up with a chip on his shoulder and an insatiable hunger for money. Though his bank account is stuffed and his home could grace the cover of a magazine, he’s exhausted, overweight, and emotionally bereft. At middle age, an ethical dilemma leaves him unemployed and without the protection of the money that he has held so dearly for more than twenty years.

In this life-changing parable, you’ll go on a spiritual journey with Andrew as he struggles to transform himself and find meaning and purpose amidst the pressures of life. While opening up to wealth advisor Hank Kinnick, old soul Dr. Graham, and personal trainer Tamara Ross, Andrew begins to get his finances—and his life—in order. Suddenly, disaster strikes and all bets are off as Andrew drops into the depths of despair. But it is in the darkness of sorrow that he will finally find his true inner strength—the stuff it takes to emerge enlightened into a life of lasting significance.

Creatively illustrating today’s most important lesson—that money can’t buy happiness—this profound tale is your field guide for redefining success and creating true wealth in your life and in the lives of the people you love.

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.


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About the Author

Steve Sanduski, MBA, CFP®, has helped build three multi-million dollar businesses over the past 14 years. He is the Managing Partner of PEAK, a financial advisor coaching, software, and training company, and a frequently published author on financial and life-planning topics.

 

Ron Carson, CFP®, CFS, ChFC, is President of Carson Wealth Management Group, a comprehensive wealth planning firm and the founder of PEAK. With over 20 years of experience and more than $1 billion in invested assets, Carson is one of the country’s most successful and respected financial advisors.


Product Details

  • Hardcover: 176 pages
  • Publisher: Kaplan Publishing (July 3, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1427754675
  • ISBN-13: 978-1427754677
  • Product Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.3 x 0.7 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #120,141 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Mediocre Read at Most October 6, 2007
By MVS
Format:Hardcover
"Avalanche" topped the Wall Street Journal list of business books several weeks ago and caught my attention. After reading the reviews here, which at the time all happened to give the book five stars, I bought and read it, and now feel obliged to add a more critical perspective for those considering this book.

The ideas that money doesn't make you happy, that you should cherish your relationships, have a good purpose in life, stay healthy, help others, use your money wisely, etc are all wonderful but far from new, let alone eye-opening. If you are someone who understands this, understands that monetary wealth is far from equal to true wealth, you won't get much from this book. If you don't, and if you keep an open mind, chances are it will give you something to contemplate about and has the potential of changing the way you look at things. My feeling, however, is that if you are already aware of these ideas and appreciate them, this book will be essentially worthless to you, whereas if you are not (like Andrew, the main character before his revelation), chances are you won't pick up this text.

The book is very poorly written. It's incredibly predictable, with convenient plot turns, and describes in very tedious detail every conversation, at times reminding of a soap opera. Andrew, the main character, tells his life story and the recent changes he underwent to everyone he meets, and the authors feel obliged to retell it to the reader every time as well. The dialogs are boring and 'overly sweet': Andrew's wife calls him 'honey' on every page; whenever Andrew meets a 'good' person, they exclaim that they are 'so glad', 'so happy', or have been impatiently waiting to see or meet him. The sun shines or something sparkles whenever Andrew has a revelation. Ugh.

On a positive note, it's a quick read, and has a website accompanying the book. I think this book may be useful to wealth advisors to remind them that each client is unique and has a different purpose for investing. The book will also make a good (although unflattering) gift to someone wealth-centered like Andrew. Other than that - I wouldn't recommend the book.

Finally, I found it ironic that after talking for the tedious 160 pages about 'uncovering true wealth', the first thing that the authors mention about themselves in the 'About the Authors' section is that they've helped build multi-million dollar businesses or manage over a billion dollars in assets. So much for practicing the 9 principles.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
I was disappointed October 17, 2007
By T. Ruth
Format:Hardcover|Amazon Verified Purchase
I'm always looking for a good metaphysical story or stories based on truth principles. The truth for me about this one is, I felt like the story was rushed. So much happened in such few pages. I found it unbelievable and was disappointed that I bought it based on some 5 star review. I felt the messages they were getting across important enough to make it into a longer story. On one page he is dreaming about climbing a mountain, the next page, 6 months later he is saying good bye to his family, to run off and climb the mountain. A quick read that falls flat!
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Simple and Profound August 29, 2007
Format:Hardcover
I think we all feel a little lost at times, and many of us have chased the almighty dollar only to find, that there's got to be more to life that capturing buckets of those dollars.

The protagonist is this book faced the same dilemma, and his journey to a healthier happier life was blessed by the support of friends and loved ones. And yes, he lived happily ever after, AFTER surviving a challenging, enriching life event.

This book is structured like a simple parable, and yet it's meaning is profound. There's more out there to see and be than the obvious, and more substance to you if you will just open yourself to discover it, as did Andrew.

Great book and easy read. Start it early otherwise you'll be up late.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
More of a long business card
I would have enjoyed the story a bit more had it not been so interlaced with obvious references to the author's coaching business. Read more
Published on November 1, 2009 by D. Wyson
I couldn't relate
I did not relate to the person in this book, so therefore, I couldn't get interested or engaged. I thought it was ridiculous, and I cannot believe it has received legitimate 5 star... Read more
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A profound story that has inspired me to more introspection in my life. I will be providing a copy to all of my financial planning clients.
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I am a investment consultant that works with preretires and retires. This book is a great addition to the books that I give to clients to read. Read more
Published on October 1, 2007 by Charles W. Shirey
theme is new age oriented
It's easily read. My objection is the "New Age" philosophy of getting in touch with your inner self. Read more
Published on September 28, 2007 by M. Miller
Great Principles in an Uneven Story
The idea that wealth can be measured in something other than money is a good one that should be more actively explored. Read more
Published on September 23, 2007 by D. Buxman
Outstanding modern day parable!!!
This book will change the lives of many. Unbelievably insightful for our "busy" society. We can now remind ourselves daily of what True Wealth really is. Read more
Published on September 17, 2007 by Peter C. Merzian
Avalanche ranked a spot in my priority book shelf
I have a book shelf in my office that holds the books that have had the biggest impact on my life. This is where Avalanche is kept. Read more
Published on August 28, 2007 by Peggy McColl
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