Winning Streak

I admit, I’m not much at playing games.  I have this unfortunate talent for losing.

I do, however, have a healthy respect for those that play games and play them well.

Board games, video games, roll playing games-you name it; it takes a lot of patience, talent for strategy and sometimes just dumb luck-none of which I possess.

In Winning Streak, by author (and game reviewer) John-Michael Gariepy, readers are given ‘Tales and Trivia of the Forty Most Popular Board Games’.

Inside the author covers every game from challenging games like Axis & Allies to kid games such as Candyland and Operation.

Each game is given its just due with careful examinations of game play, observations, and its place in gaming lore and much more.

Coupled in with the game reviews are personal observations, anecdotes, historical notes, fun facts, game strategies and some recommendations.

From easy to learn and play child games to the more challenging and intense strategy games the book runs the gamut of modern and classic board games.

If you love games, board or otherwise, this is an excellent introduction to games, how to play them, what to look for, interesting history facts and often funny anecdotes and observations.

Complemented by full color photos of the games, including covers and set-up shots, the book offers readers the opportunity to pick and choose the games best suited to their particular tastes and needs.

Serious full time gamers and novices will enjoy this very personal and informative book about board games.

Now where did I put my dice?