I am still new to learning about the enneagram. From the few books I’ve read, I really enjoyed The Honest Enneagram by Sarajane Case. Listening to the audiobook was great and the author/narration flowed nicely. I plan on purchasing a print copy as well. There was so much helpful information, presented in this book and written in such a way that no trait of an enneagram number was seen as a bad or negative. That’s what I really liked about the authors approach on the enneagram.

I read half and listened to half of this book and the audiobook was very well narrated. I do think there is some benefit to seeing some of the diagrams in the e-book/printed book but they are still well described in the audiobook.

I found this interesting overall and can "think" of people who might be examples of certain types. I enjoy her H.O.N.E.S.T philosophy and gentleness when talking about strengths and weaknesses of each type. I think I might have gotten a bit more out of this overall if I was more familiar with my own type and the Enneagram in general because it isn't a true overview, but that's my fault and not the book's fault. It certainly gave me a lot to think about and explore some of the types a bit more as I discover mine. I look forward to following the author on social media and learning more about this interesting personality typing.

A great primer on the enneagram. I have read others which I think are better, but this approach was very self-affirming. Since I listened to the entire book, it was a bit repetitive. I did like the look at sub types, since that ws new to me. The audio book narration was well done, but overall, I think this book would be better in a physical format.

The ideas shared in this book are very interesting and seem to have a lot of validity! I felt like I needed a notepad when I was listening to this, so I think I would prefer it in written form for that reason. However, it did make for a good listen during a quiet commute on my own. The format of the book is great, splitting up the personality numbers into different chapters which makes for easy manuevering if you are seeking out specific personality types. The narrator has a calming voice and reads at a comfortable speed for processing the ideas and theories shared in this book.

I have just gotten into Enneagram's after Rachel & Dave Hollis mentioned them in their online seminar. This is a great compliment to online resources. I listened to the audiobook and I am going to run out and purchase the book for reference. I think I will get much more out of it as a resource book.

I usually don't read nonfiction books,but I will be recommending this book to my friends. I had no idea about this topic when I started listening to this audiobook, and it was surprising how many areas they are to explore yourself and to get to know you in different aspects. When I started listening to this book I did a test to know which was my enneagram and to my surprise the results and each chapter were on point to really realize who I am in a different perspective. The narrator of the audiobook has a nice voice tone to explain everything in a way where you really could identify the information about yourself and not feel it hard.

As the enneagram has gained interest and traction in the last few years, I was interested in listening to this audiobook to gain more understanding of the types and classifications. Going into it, I knew there were nine different classifications, but I would hear terms like "wings" and have no background for what that meant or how those were determined.

The book is set up with nine chapters, one for each type. The chapters were formatted similarly; each began with a "bingo" list, phrases that would be familiar to that type. Then they'd expand more on the strengths and weaknesses, their tendencies at their best and worst, and advice for how to counter any drawbacks (or encouragement to explore and embrace strengths). Some of the information framing might be repetitive, but that's understandable, as I could see this being used as a resource, with individuals going immediately to their chapter if their interest is primarily in learning more about their classification instead of learning about the enneagram types overall. The narrator has a soothing voice as she delivered the information.

When I began listening, I was immediately realizing there were traits of 1s that I had in common; I had taken a test a year ago and didn't recall my results exactly, but I knew the 1 wasn't mine. I paused the audiobook to find another test to take, which determined I was a 9 (The Peacemaker), although I was also strong in 2 and 4. This entered my doubt. How could I have solid traits for a third of the enneagram types?

I continued to listen, and my experience was identical as I went along -- some types felt very familiar as she discussed various features, but I patiently continued.

And then the book was concluding with my type. The list of traits included a phrase similar to "sees themselves in all enneagram types," and I realized that this was an intentional feature of 9s, not a weakness to the enneagram system. As the chapter continued, I did agree that I am solidly a 9, so previous doubts about enneagram classifications are mollified for now.

One reason I'm rating this as a three-star read instead of higher is due to not better explaining the "wings" component, as well as not allowing a way for readers to determine their type without outside work. I consider a similar book I've gone through on personalities, and when it was purchased, it came with a unique code and instructions to go to their website to unlock the quiz. Such elaborate lengths aren't necessary, but it would be helpful for the author to recommend a website that would help those encountering this book better interact with it.

There are numerous volumes out there on the enneagram, but this can also be a welcome exposure to the different types.

(I received a digital ARC audiobook of this title from the publisher via NetGalley in exchange for my honest opinion.)

I love the Instagram account of the author (@enneagramandcoffee) and if you do too, you’ll probably enjoy this book.
This is a book for those who already know what the enneagram is and what their type is.
If you are brand new to the Enneagram, this book is not the place to start - it doesn’t explain what the enneagram is (a path of growth, not personality typing, like Myers Briggs) or how to find your type.
That said, if you want to learn more about your type than snippets from Instagram posts, this book has great descriptions of each type, with three subtypes and wings, along with a “ HONEST plan” for how to grow within and beyond your type.
I found the acronym a stretch, but the advice was generous and loving, if a bit repetitive (accepting yourself? always a good idea).
I listened to the audio book and the narrator was great, but there were several times when I think seeing it in print would have been better.

Thank you to netgalley for the audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

Before reading this book I knew vaguely about the enneagram, and I have always been interested in personality types and the way it makes different people react in the world.

This book was very insightful to the different enneagram numbers and the subsequent personalities tied to those numbers. I would definitely suggest that you know your number before reading (or listening) to this book and it will definitely be more insightful for you.

Listening to all nine types does become a bit repetitive, but it is still good learning material and insightful.

I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who wants to learn more about their personality types or others personality types and the way it makes them interact with the world.

*All thoughts and opinions are my own.

This would definitely be better as a book than an audiobook (which is how I consumed it). There's a fun bingo game and memes that obviously lose their charm in the audio form. Also, this book should probably be read only after you are familiar with the enneagram and perhaps have even taken the test to find out your type. This book does not include a test or any information on testing. It exclusively discusses each enneagram type in depth.

With that said, I have followed Sarajane Case on Instagram for a while and love her memes and her insights into the enneagram, even if I don't always see myself in them. So I was excited to read this book as soon as I saw her releasing it.

I have to say, I'm a little disappointed. I'm not sure what I expected it to be, but it felt like it could have just been published as a blog post on each enneagram type more than a book. Again, not sure what I was expecting. I have read another book on the enneagram but it wasn't before I had done much to understand it or test/type myself so I wasn't really into it. Now I've done so much research and learning on it, that this sort of felt indulgent to be an entire book. Nothing I wouldn't have already read on Instagram (and not just hers).

It doesn't dive into how to relate to other ennegram types or how to best help each other. Really it is a chapter on each type. Covering the fears, desires, subtypes, wings, strengths, weaknesses of each type plus a letter to the type listening/reading. (Again, indulgent.) There was one section for each type that broke down a little of the practical ways to better see your weaknesses and strengths as good.

I don't know, it just left me wanting. I mean, I found myself tuning out a bit on all the chapters that weren't my type or my husband's or best friend's. Because it was written "to the type" so it was almost like I was reading 8 chapters not written to me and 1 chapter that was. (Okay, 7 chapters not written to me because I identify greatly with my wing type.) So I almost didn't finish it at all. There wasn't a lot of new takeaways on the other types than mine....or really even mine. And again, this is only the second book on the enneagram that I've ever dived into. So I felt like I could have learned a lot more.

Overall: just kind of meh. But pretty. And I definitely recommend her instagram.

I enjoyed this book more than most about the Enneagram because it discusses ways in which one might best cope with one's type. As with many books, the introduction was confusing because it references attributes we have not yet read about, so I suggest reading it after you have finished reading the main body of the book. I felt more clear about my type after reading this description of the 9 personality types, yet still could inject myself into several other types. I'm sure that is true for most that try to figure out their Enneagram type, because people are complex and multi-layered. Though it would make life and relationships easier if we could simply types ourselves then set about mitigating our challenges with this knowledge, I doubt if it's the case for anyone. Still the Enneagram gives us another interesting framework within which to try to define our impulses, desires and motives, and this book is a great place to start. Thank you #NetGalley for sending me the ebook for #TheHonest Enneagram!

This book is loaded with information on the different numbers of the enneagram. The narrator has a soft and soothing voice. You can only listen to so much at a time so you can absorb the information. This is a book you will want to reference over and over. Listening for me helps me absorb the information better. Highly recommended!

I was excited for this book being previously familiar with Enneagram and Coffee and Sarajane Case through that. I think that this book is very interesting in its explanations and I love the bingo card aspect of it. However, listening to this book is difficult especially when you want to see the graphic features such as a bingo card. I think this would be great to have both a physical and audio copy of as the narration is great, it just seems like the physical copy is needed for some nuances and graphics.

I think this book is a great intro level explanation but as it does not have a test I can see where some readers have found it not useful as they struggle to discern their base motivation when they may have characteristics that align with many numbers, if you have some familiarity with enneagram this is definitely good continuation. I am enthralled by the enneagram as a 7- and my deep diving 5 in growth is all about picking up all of the resources that I can.

A good read- I would recommend it, but preferably in a physical copy.

The narrator has such a soothing, calming voice. She does a very good job at describing all the types and wings of the enneagram. She gives you list to make and follow and encourages you to really look into your type. I loved listening to her and learnt a lot about my enneagram type. Highly recommended you take the time to find a quiet place to sit and even take some notes.
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I have read two other enneagram books and find the subject fascinating. The chapter on my type (2) really resonated with me. I recognized myself in many of the descriptions and behaviors she included. As for the "honest" portion of the title, it rings true. I found myself shocked at times, thinking "do I really do that?!" and almost defensive at others. "Ulterior motives?! Pssh!" It was a really enjoyable read even if you already have some enneagram knowledge.

If you follow Enneagram and Coffee on Instagram, you will recognize the author Sarajane Case. The book is thorough and can help guide you to the right type if you are uncertain where you fit after testing. It's not an Enneagram 101 book. There is no test included, so you're on your own to find your time. It dives deeper into the features and traits of each type to help you understand your own feelings and reactions and how to moderate or adjust your behavior within the confines of your type.

This is the first audiobook I have received for review from Netgalley. Narrator Leslie Howard has a calm and soothing voice and her reading nicely paced. The only issue I had is that audio is not the ideal format for this book. The reader is likely to want to flip around in the book or use it for future reference. A hard copy or ebook would probably be a better choice, perhaps with the audiobook as a supplement. It is a pleasant listen.

The Honest Enneagram is the perfect book for anyone who has been curious about the enneagram, but has never taken the plunge to learn about it before. I fell solidly into this category, vaguely wondering what my type might be and not realizing how this could be utilized to learn more about myself and others. This guide is very knowledgeable, it clearly explains why and how the enneagram can be used as a tool. Covering all of the types, the book presents the strengths and weaknesses in each. However, the book is clear that thinking about the enneagram is in no way a binary process and instead provides a space to engage in honest self-reflection.

After the initial introduction, each chapter is devoted to a specific type with intricate details and information about self-care and growth. Even if you have already identified which type you are, it is still very interesting to hear about the other types. I found myself reflecting that for each type described, I could picture people who fit the criteria. In between, there are fun lists of activities such as the types “going to the amusement park" or "getting a tattoo.” In addition to learning more about the enneagram, the consistent focus on growth and actionable items provides a tangible way to assist in contemplation. I listened to the audiobook and found the narration to be well-paced. The narrator’s tone was encouraging and pleasant to listen to. The Honest Enneagram is available now. Thank you to Sarajane Case, Andrews McMeel Audio, and Netgalley for a free audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

The Honest Enneagram - Know Your Type, Own Your Challenges, Embrace Your Growth // by Sarajane Case

From the NetGalley description: "Find a way to bring out the best in yourself with this heartfelt, informative, and approachable guide to all things Enneagram."

The Honest Enneagram is a self-help book that is based on a model of the human psyche called the Enneagram of Personality. The system consists of nine interconnected personality types that are split into three smaller groups: the Instinctive Center, the Feeling Center, and the Thinking Center. In this book, Case explains the positive aspects of each Enneagram type and how you can use them to your advantage in your personal growth and everyday life.

I am going to be honest and admit that I either was not the right audience for this book or just did not consume it in the correct format. I listened to it as an audiobook but think that I would have been able to get more out of it if I had read a physical copy instead. I am not very well versed in personality typing in general but know even less about Enneagrams. I was hoping this book would be educational for me but seeing as I do not even know my own Enneagram type, there was a lot of information to absorb at once and trying to figure out my type at the same time. I really enjoyed the narrator very much and think she did a great job for this topic but I would have been able to retain more information if I had been able to go at my own pace, flip back and forth between chapters, and take notes in the book as I go. I do have to say that I enjoyed the type bingo at the beginning of each chapter and how the author explains how each type affects the different parts of our lives. Overall, if you have at least a basic knowledge of each type and what yours is, then this will be a great listen. But for someone like me, a physical copy would be better.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for providing me with a free copy in exchange for an honest review.

A very short, sweet book about each Enneagram type.

Many of the chapters are descriptions of that type explained in a positive, helpful way.

As someone new to Enneagram I found this book extremely helpful in understanding the various types. I would not recommend this to someone who is an expert, but for someone who is new it was wonderful and inspiring.

I found it made me want to learn more about Enneagram and how I can use knowledge of it to help me with myself and relationships. The book is not long.

The voice was very pleasing and soothing to listen to on audiobook.

I received an ARC as a reader for NetGalley.

I love anything and everything enneagram. I’ve followed Sarajane’s enneagram instagram from the beginning, so I thought I might already pretty much know everything she mentions in the book, but I was pleasantly surprised!

I love how she focuses on positive language and really amps up the strengths of each number, since we all tend to resonate more with the negative aspects of our numbers. This book stands out because she doesn’t just describe the type and leave it be - she goes one step further and recommends specific ways each type can grow and even recommends activities to help strengthen the positive aspects of your number.

I really enjoyed the book, the narrator just sounded too robotic to me. I also think from the descriptions at the beginning of each chapter that this book probably would’ve been better to a read as a physical copy (enneagram number bingos, etc)