The book has a lot of advises for preparing for the Essay portion of the CA bar. It discusses more than what an IRAC means. Chapter 7 is worh more than a gold. A must read for foreign attorneys taking the CA bar. If you want to know what to write in your answer, get this book.

It’s still two years out for me to take the California bar exam, but it’s never too early to start “bar prep.” As the author puts, bar exam is not only about memorization and writing perfect rule statements (although these are important, too), it’s more about your mentality, skills, logics, etc. This book fills the gap where a lot of other resources fail to address, and I have learned a lot from reading Leung’s perspectives. It’s an easy read, not stuffed with difficult words; and most important of all, it resonates with my personal experiences too. I’m also from Hong Kong and I started law school in my late 30’s. I want to pass the bar exam (two years later) so bad that I have purchased so many study materials that I’m not even able to read them through. I didn’t have the time to put into study last year in my 1L but I managed to pass the school’s final exam, however, I know it’s not going to work this way if I keep my old approach. Leung’s publication is a valuable resource that lays out the roadmap for students who struggle, no matter in terms of organization, time management, writing skills, whatever. You’ll learn a thing or two from this book, I promise. And if you put what the author’s suggestions in practice, you’ll definitely benefit more than that. I haven’t passed the bar exam yet because I’m still a 2L. I have no idea if I’ll make it the first time either. But this book already gives me helpful insights in navigating my law school and I believe it’s going to aid my early bar prep.

This a great book, it shows in simple words how to attack each subject in a very unique perspective. If you have failed or if you are afraid of failing, I advice you to get this book, because you either going to see your own mistakes explained and how to correct them, or you are going to learn a lot about someone else's mistakes (good to don't have to make it yourself huh), this good is about strategy and mental mindset, which is vital for the Big Exam (aka the bar). Do yourself a favor and buy it. It’s an easy read, not stuffed with difficult words; and most important of all, it resonates with my personal experiences too. I’m also from Hong Kong and I started law school in my late 30’s. I want to pass the bar exam (two years later) so bad that I have purchased so many study materials that I’m not even able to read them through. I didn’t have the time to put into study last year in my 1L but I managed to pass the school’s final exam, however, I know it’s not going to work this way if I keep my old approach. Leung’s publication is a valuable resource that lays out the roadmap for students who struggle, no matter in terms of organization, time management, writing skills, whatever. You’ll learn a thing or two from this book, I promise. And if you put what the author’s suggestions in practice, you’ll definitely benefit more than that. I haven’t passed the bar exam yet because I’m still a 2L. I have no idea if I’ll make it the first time either. But this book already gives me helpful insights in navigating my law school and I believe it’s going to aid my early bar prep.

Compared to other states Bar exam, CA bar exam’s essay is very important to the final passing score. This book gives you hints on the way to finish a passing score. I love this book because I wrote four essays in this book and author did give the feedbacks on my writing strategy and critical thinking skills. Unbelievable I passed the CA July 2023 bar exam ! Now I should thank author for this valuable work and passion for teaching me how to reach a good essay.It’s an easy read, not stuffed with difficult words; and most important of all, it resonates with my personal experiences too. I’m also from Hong Kong and I started law school in my late 30’s. I want to pass the bar exam (two years later) so bad that I have purchased so many study materials that I’m not even able to read them through. I didn’t have the time to put into study last year in my 1L but I managed to pass the school’s final exam, however, I know it’s not going to work this way if I keep my old approach. Leung’s publication is a valuable resource that lays out the roadmap for students who struggle, no matter in terms of organization, time management, writing skills, whatever. You’ll learn a thing or two from this book, I promise. And if you put what the author’s suggestions in practice, you’ll definitely benefit more than that. I haven’t passed the bar exam yet because I’m still a 2L. I have no idea if I’ll make it the first time either. But this book already gives me helpful insights in navigating my law school and I believe it’s going to aid my early bar prep.

I totally recommend, great book for foreign students and attorneys to be prepared for the bar exam.

I paid $9 for the Kindle version, which is 100% worth it. The author has given detail about her experience of failing the exam. I have read the book and learned from her mistakes. I will adopt her experience when I take my examination in the near future. What I like about her book is that she gives lots of examples on how to attack essays. Trust me, it is well worth it.

Hellas Leung writes from experience from her tenacious journey to pass the California Bar Exam. Her advice, tips and strategies are welcome lessons to those who are taking the Exam for the first time or Retakers. Above all, she emphasizes the personal approach derived from truly knowing what works for you and how best to acquire the skills to pass. I highly recommend this book.

Failing is ok if you regard it as part of the learning process. This book would be able to inspire you the way to think broadly and organize the rules and analysis in your essays.