this book will be unlikely appeal to those who might argue that right wing politics gain purchase because the alternatives are not as palatable to the general populus.  Whilst that may or may not be a valid point this book deserves a wide readership.  It holds strong opinions but should ensure anyone with a reasonably open mind will have food for thought.  The initial view might be to say it isn't a recent phenomena, that cronyism has always been in place but the author counteracts this with a brief summary of the progress made in other areas that might be threatened now.  It is incredible to learn  that 8 men are worth half the world wealth-wise

The premise is the need to not simply become defensive against the perceived corruption but to be aware of what is a happening, how a mass of policy is creating shock waves and effectively dividing and conquering the opposition.  I suspect that this is rather too strong but can see that the strategies the author describes might be  a case of confuse and rule

The fears are expressed about the first reality tv president and his need for exposure (ratings).  She appears to suggest the continuation of his brand is always going to be the motive. There is a lot of detail on how Trump has built his brand and how the Presidency will only enhance it.  The author explains how this might be avoided and how boycott might burst that bubble

The main focus is on Trump (but also on the official in his team) and is not flattering to say the least. It does not look good for those trying to control the effects of global warming.    But even if you are likely to find the author's views on him unpalatable I would still urge you to read this thought provoking book.  It is about protecting our world in the various ways it means something to us, environmentally, politically economically

It took me aaaaages to read this book - not because it was a difficult read, or boring, but because there was so much to take in. There were times when I just had to put it down for a few days to digest what I was reading - Naomi Klein is very straight-talking, but make no mistake, it certainly packs a punch!
Klein's book first looks at how the world got to a point where a man like Donald Trump could be elected president. Trump, after all, isn't the entire problem - we need to confront the conditions that allowed this to happen if we're to see improvements in the future. She highlights how politicians use "shock politics" - using a crisis to justify the erosion of human rights and the privatisation of public services.
I found Klein's points about how we got into this mess really interesting - I'm British, and it's fair to say we've had our share of turmoil in the UK of late. The rise of far-right politics and attacks on the public sector is not just a problem for America, it's a problem for us and other European countries too. As someone who's spent a lot of time wondering "how can this be happening?!", this book helped me get my thoughts in order about the turn the world has taken of late. I'm still shaking my head in exasperation though.
I found the section on our current situation, which looked at Trump's attitudes towards minorities, climate change and everything in between, to be really difficult to read. As someone who's very interested in equality and human rights, I'm very much aware of the atrocious things Trump is doing. But I'm a lot less clued up on his approach to climate change, and I couldn't quite believe what I was reading - it's really quite terrifying.
But it's not all doom and gloom. Klein also looks at how it can get better, but emphasises that just saying no is not enough - we need a vision for the future if we're going to make the world a better place. It might sound overly optimistic and unrealistic, but don't dismiss Klein as some "wishy-washy liberal" - she knows what she's talking about, her points are backed up by evidence and talks about practical, realistic ways that the world can (and even in some ways is) getting better.
One thing I took from the book is that we need to move away from trying to treat all symptoms individually. This isn't just a crisis for minorities, or for environmentalists, or for public services - as idealistic as it sounds, we need to work together to confront attacks on the public sector and on our world. This really resonated with me, and the examples given, such as the disastrous crisis management when Hurricane Katrina hit, only drove this point home to me.
If you've been looking around and despairing at the close-minded, intolerant world that seems to be springing up around you, read this and take comfort that, while no might not be enough, something can be done about it.

Really enjoyed all the things I’ve learnt from this book but found it pretty depressing considering current circumstances. I didn’t find the format flowed particularly well but glad I read it.

Im not American, so am I allowed to have an opinion on Trump? I think so.
Although I cannot join Naomi Klein in boycotting Trump products  I can and do recognise that there is a real problem with the attitudes and actions of this presidency. From advocating treating women as sexual objects, to blatant lies about numbers at the inauguration, the immature  narcissism at the heart of US politics is terrifying. The author got this book out quickly, but it is significant and considered, born of many years contemplation, the natural successor to her 2000 book 'No Logo". Trump is the ultimate example of style over substance, of branding as a source of significance and marketing being more important than truth. 
The  response to terrorist events, where the government  claims sweeping new powers following a destabilising event is familiar in the UK too. 
We need to oppose this and Naomi Klein's call to arms in the Leap Manifesto (at the end of the book) provides shape and focus on what to do next.

It's very rare to read a book that so strongly criticises American (and global) politics in their current state yet leaves you feeling hopeful. Klein argues against Trump, his policies and way of governing in a very impressive way, she takes apart his cabinet, his decisions and ideals, pointing out his ulterior motives, and backing up each argument in such a way that it's hard to disagree with. She manages to cover so many bases, in a fairly short, unintimidating book, without feeling rushed or as though she's skimming over too many issues. Often, reading books that discuss issues such as, the environment, poverty, class, racism, sexism and all that other fun stuff, revealing just how badly we are doing with regard to them all, leave you feeling hopeless and therefore despondent. However, Klein manages to avoid this, she leaves you with the feeling that together we can defeat the contemporary ideologies of the US government and shape the world in our own way. Would thoroughly recommend this.

A very political book, I didn't find it as interesting as some others I have read. But if you are curious as to how someone like Donald Trump, a rank outsider to the political game, can get elected, you may find No Is Not Enough helps explain how it happened, but also how it is still possible for America to turn itself around.  Ms Klein doesn't provide all the answers, nor do I agree with some of her views, but it is well researched and presented.

This book was exactly what I needed to read at this time. 'No Is  Not Enough' is an incredible insight of where world events feed into political actions. More directly, excuses to take radical action. It will always be the case with breaking stories that newer case studies could have been included, it simply strengthens her discussion points.

A fantastic, truthful and eye opening account. Klein deserves critical acclaim for this book, a guiding light voice in this dark time.

Sorry but this book was not my cup of tea - perhaps my non-US nationality has something to do with this.

I am not familiar with the author, but understand that she usually produces books based on lengthy research.  Given that Donald Trump has not been President of the USA for all that long, I assume that this book is an exception. I didn't like the writing style, finding the tone both preaching and a tad pugnacious. 

Thanks to Net Galley and the publisher for the ARC in return for my honest review.

Rubbish. An elongated editorial full of surface level critiques on politics. She doesn't like Trump, I get it. And what was all that rubbish about climate change? Unfocused, shallow, pointless - I gave up a third of the way through when she began ranting about how we need more identity politics. Waste of time.

There are some good insights in this book: I liked the points about Trump being essentially a "branding" mission. However, ultimately the author is restating (at excessive length) how mankind has exploited resources and fellow man since the dawn of time - and that is not likely to end anytime soon. By talking about 'Indigenous people' and campaigns such as 'Black Lives Matter', we are persuaded that these are contemporary issues. In reality of course, slavery and exploitation have been with us for all-time. All Lives Matter - but that cuts both ways. Read it - but prepare to be challenged, maybe grudgingly supportive, and eventually bored.

A must read for anyone and everyone wondering how we arrived at today's world of climate change and world leaders who seemingly do not represent the majority of voters. This book is a clear explanation of how the likes of Donald Trump and his entourage have come to power and what his legacy might be. Despite being written in a very short time span, Naomi Klein writes with a deep knowledge from years of research into the way society produces its politicians and government style. It made for grim reading. The final chapter offers some pointers to an alternative way forward but it is up to all of us to take an interest.

Not being a great reader of non fiction, I was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to read this timely book. Klein gives a well researched background into the present globally troubling times and even manages to offer a glimmer of hope.

I would imagine that there will be a lot of books published over the next few months regarding the rise of Trump. However, it's difficult to imagine a book that will be better than this in terms of reviewing the reasons for his presidential victory (and as Klein says, the rise of brand Trump), looking at how events are likely to evolve over the next few years and also about how we can challenge the policies that are coming out of this administration.

In addition to the last section of the book which essentially looks at how to make the world a better place, Klein's strengths are in linking the events in America to events around the world and also her focus on environmental issues. These make the book relevant to everyone, not just those in the USA. The only downside to the book is that it refers to current events so much that much of it will feel dated very quickly. But I hope that people will refer back to The Leap Manifesto for many years to come.

While this book is very interesting, it is a bit too complex for me. I would highly recommend it to those who have a better grasp on politics than I do!

This is an fascinating book if you are interested in how Trump was able to become (and stay, at least until now) President of the USA. 

Klein points out how shock of any sort from terrorism to natural disaster and more, becomes the perfect opportunities for politicians to march ahead with 'shock' policies that benefit them far more than the people. Healthcare and the environment get left behind when there's money to be made from oil.

She examines how this has come to pass and what we can do to challenge it.

As a reader outside of North America (she writes a lot about Canada and the US), I did at times get a little bored of the pages upon pages about why Bernie Sanders was a better Democrat candidate than Hilary Clinton, and could've saved the world, but I suppose I forgave her for the wider meaning and purpose of the book. It did take me quite a long time to read, though.

It's about the power of hate, and how we must overcome the fear of the other to work together.

I'm not sure what lies around the corner for any of us, but I feel I understand a bit more about how we got here now.

Naomi Klein, author of No Logo and The Shock Doctrine, has come up with this response to the current political situation – to the election of Trump and the rise of the far right across the West. She analyses how Trump came to power, looking at the political ideologies and the devaluation of human life and the climate that put him there. 
This is a fascinating, informative and inspiring read, which despite bringing home the seriousness of the situation we find ourselves in – with us being on a precipice in regards to climate change among other things – manages to offer hope for the future if we are committed to change. A must-read.

A refreshing and captivating read not just in light of Trump's rise to power, but more generally as we look to the future of our planet. Klein articulately explores the factors that brought Trump to the White House and considers what we need to do as a society to fight against hatred, neoliberalism, climate change and more. The culmination of the book in her Leap Manifesto offers a drastic and compelling alternative to the existing system. It's not enough to criticise the current situation, we have to take active steps to demand a change. A must read for anyone looking for some hope within the darkness.

A howl of articulate despair at the role that has elected Trump, Klein lays out how we let it happen and where to go from here.

Having not read Naomi Klein since No Logo I cam to this expecting a lot.  It delivered.  Her latest book pulls apart the reasons behind Trump and lays bare the fact that we are all to blame.  It mentions other countries that have similar issues, particularly her native Canada and our very own United Kingdom.  It also tries to come up with solutions, although these seem to be the weakest part of the book in comparison to the rest.

This book is enlightening, heart warming and sensible at its heart.  In dark times its always useful to hear voices of reason and this book gives voice to one that has been fighting the good fight for a long time.  It should be read as widely as possible