Let me start by saying this book delivers exactly what it promises – a guide to using Alexa on Windows. The step-by-step instructions for installation are clear and actually work (yes, I tested them!). Within minutes, I had Alexa responding to my voice commands on my laptop, which felt pretty futuristic.

The section about calendar integration is GOLD. Being able to say 'Alexa, add meeting with John at 3pm' and having it appear in my Outlook calendar? Game-changer for productivity. The author explains this feature well with practical examples.

Now for the not-so-great parts... The constant references to the author's website feel unnecessary and distracting. I bought the book for complete information – not to be sent clicking elsewhere. Also disappointing? The promised TV app functionality simply doesn't work as described.

While it's cool to learn about all Alexa devices, about 30% of the content feels off-topic for a Windows-focused guide. At 99 cents, it's not a huge loss, but temper your expectations – this is more of an overview than deep technical manual.

Final verdict? Useful for basic setup but lacks depth where it matters most. Great for Alexa beginners, frustrating for power users.