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The Book of Kennedy: Project Carpe Diem
narrative style noveletteA modern tale, of a modern woman, told in a modern way, for our modern times.
From book... chapter 4...
... was life just indeed a collection of mediocre days with some random happy times. Was life irreparable and tainted with misspent youth bad reputation children might have had, or redeemable with age and wisdom acquired? What then was the sum of that life - if like the Egyptians believed at time of weighing by Osiris could be lighter than a feather; in order to pass into the afterlife; or too tainted and weighed down by those earlier transgressions?
... in the "math" of life so-to-speak were "good deeds and good days" perhaps worth a larger value in the overall equation getting to that balance-sheet sum-total? The day to day, a butterfly effect, the small smiles shown to another that made their day better. Perhaps maybe even saved a life whose life then went on to produce another; through a child; who then goes on to cure cancer. What role then did that small seemingly insignificant smile ... as it seemed at the time play in that role of another one day curing cancer. How many "points" might that tender toward afterlife admittance and what "score" does one have to achieve? ...
Note...
TBOK contains not one dialogue line. Important to say because a reviewer of my “TERROR COMING SOON TO A CITY NEAR YOU” novel once "didn't think there was enough dialogue." I'd never given (written, nor oral, hint) book promised to be dialogue laden book. While having some dialogue it is heavy narrative style - this is entirely in narration vs Plato's Dialogues, Roth's "Deception," Steinbeck's "The Grapes Of Wrath," known extensively dialogue [courtesy of asking Google for that answer].
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From Online Book Club...
Agbata... 5 of 5 stars...
The Book Of Kennedy by Joseph M. Lenard takes a deep look into the mind of Kennedy (also known as Ken). It shows her life as she dealt with heartbreak, learned about herself, found faith, and started a new chapter in life. After Ken ended her relationship with Jim, she started a new one with her boyfriend, George. She and George move into an apartment with two other roommates, Kim and Stan. This big change makes Ken start thinking about deep topics. She reflects on who she is, what life means, how important faith is, and the value of life. Her story teaches lessons about hope, kindness, and the things that matter most in life.
This book was indeed a great read. What I loved most was how it followed a unique self-reflective approach...
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Tanya248... 4 of 5 stars...
"Carpe diem" means "seize the day." That is what Joseph M. Lenard teaches us in his new book, The Book of Project Carpe Diem.
Kennedy is a woman trying to explore life's meaning and her purpose. I believe that this is what we are all searching for.
"What will be the sum measure of your life, and will you focus on the positive or dwell on the negatives." I found this quote to be touching for my life, and I believe it sums up the book very well....
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Thank you all, keep the reviews coming!!!
From book... chapter 4...
... was life just indeed a collection of mediocre days with some random happy times. Was life irreparable and tainted with misspent youth bad reputation children might have had, or redeemable with age and wisdom acquired? What then was the sum of that life - if like the Egyptians believed at time of weighing by Osiris could be lighter than a feather; in order to pass into the afterlife; or too tainted and weighed down by those earlier transgressions?
... in the "math" of life so-to-speak were "good deeds and good days" perhaps worth a larger value in the overall equation getting to that balance-sheet sum-total? The day to day, a butterfly effect, the small smiles shown to another that made their day better. Perhaps maybe even saved a life whose life then went on to produce another; through a child; who then goes on to cure cancer. What role then did that small seemingly insignificant smile ... as it seemed at the time play in that role of another one day curing cancer. How many "points" might that tender toward afterlife admittance and what "score" does one have to achieve? ...
Note...
TBOK contains not one dialogue line. Important to say because a reviewer of my “TERROR COMING SOON TO A CITY NEAR YOU” novel once "didn't think there was enough dialogue." I'd never given (written, nor oral, hint) book promised to be dialogue laden book. While having some dialogue it is heavy narrative style - this is entirely in narration vs Plato's Dialogues, Roth's "Deception," Steinbeck's "The Grapes Of Wrath," known extensively dialogue [courtesy of asking Google for that answer].
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From Online Book Club...
Agbata... 5 of 5 stars...
The Book Of Kennedy by Joseph M. Lenard takes a deep look into the mind of Kennedy (also known as Ken). It shows her life as she dealt with heartbreak, learned about herself, found faith, and started a new chapter in life. After Ken ended her relationship with Jim, she started a new one with her boyfriend, George. She and George move into an apartment with two other roommates, Kim and Stan. This big change makes Ken start thinking about deep topics. She reflects on who she is, what life means, how important faith is, and the value of life. Her story teaches lessons about hope, kindness, and the things that matter most in life.
This book was indeed a great read. What I loved most was how it followed a unique self-reflective approach...
continues
Tanya248... 4 of 5 stars...
"Carpe diem" means "seize the day." That is what Joseph M. Lenard teaches us in his new book, The Book of Project Carpe Diem.
Kennedy is a woman trying to explore life's meaning and her purpose. I believe that this is what we are all searching for.
"What will be the sum measure of your life, and will you focus on the positive or dwell on the negatives." I found this quote to be touching for my life, and I believe it sums up the book very well....
continues
more....
Video review...
Thank you all, keep the reviews coming!!!
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Published July 23, 2025
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About the author
Joseph M. Lenard
16 books14 followersHonor. Integrity. Patriotism. - For some people these are words. For bestselling author Joseph M Lenard, these are the core values that he embodies - every day - deeply engrained in every facet of his life and work.
It is this set of cherished values he brings to life in his #1 bestselling historical fiction novel - Terror Strikes: Coming Soon to a City Near You, and all his works.
Joseph M. Lenard (aka: JLenardDetroit)
Author, blogger, cancer survivor, former IT professional, podcaster, political activist, speaker, spokesperson/affiliate for American Hartford Gold IRA group, vlogger, writer.
Author of: "Terror Strikes: Coming soon to a City near you!" (#1 Amazon Bestseller) and "How to Write a Book and Get It Published: Hints, Tips, Techniques"
Born of the 1960s, very much a person of the 1980s.
Lifelong (by choice) resident Wyandotte Michigan.
Holder of 3 dozen+ Copyrighted materials.
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It is this set of cherished values he brings to life in his #1 bestselling historical fiction novel - Terror Strikes: Coming Soon to a City Near You, and all his works.
Joseph M. Lenard (aka: JLenardDetroit)
Author, blogger, cancer survivor, former IT professional, podcaster, political activist, speaker, spokesperson/affiliate for American Hartford Gold IRA group, vlogger, writer.
Author of: "Terror Strikes: Coming soon to a City near you!" (#1 Amazon Bestseller) and "How to Write a Book and Get It Published: Hints, Tips, Techniques"
Born of the 1960s, very much a person of the 1980s.
Lifelong (by choice) resident Wyandotte Michigan.
Holder of 3 dozen+ Copyrighted materials.
15+ Social-Media accounts (100k+ reach over) Before It's News, CloutHub, FreeTalk, GAB, GETTR, LibertyCentric, LOCALS, MINDS, MeWe, Nextdoor, Parler, PolitiChatter, Rescue Michigan, Spreely, Truth Social, Twitter, and several Political Activist Websites commentary rights.
Joseph M Lenard (aka: JLenardDetroit)
https://en.everybodywiki.com/Joseph_M...
http://JosephMLenard.us
https://TerrorStrikes.info/reviews
https://www.book2look.com/book/FUuE4n...
Massive inflation, unsteady Crypto/Stock Markets, Gold your IRA:
https://tinyurl.com/AmericanHartfordG...
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February 17, 2026
The Book of Kennedy by Joseph M Lenard is YA novelette. The book follows Kennedy, a young woman who is transitioning from one relationship to another. Written without any dialogue, the reader is put into Kennedy's head as she contemplates relationships, life, faith, hope, and kindness.
Joseph uses scriptures, song lyrics, and movie/book quotes to help the reader understand Kennedy's journey forward as she reflects on her past relationship and the new one.
Joseph states upfront that he is not trying to be Dickens, and that he uses today's way of speaking to write. Although I understand his reasoning, I often found it difficult to read, wanting to stop and correct the errors along the way or change fragments into full sentences. Nonetheless, the lessons learned are very valuable. Plus, he gives a long list of additional resources for those who want to learn more about the philosophy being mulled in Kennedy's head.
Joseph uses scriptures, song lyrics, and movie/book quotes to help the reader understand Kennedy's journey forward as she reflects on her past relationship and the new one.
Joseph states upfront that he is not trying to be Dickens, and that he uses today's way of speaking to write. Although I understand his reasoning, I often found it difficult to read, wanting to stop and correct the errors along the way or change fragments into full sentences. Nonetheless, the lessons learned are very valuable. Plus, he gives a long list of additional resources for those who want to learn more about the philosophy being mulled in Kennedy's head.
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