I purchased this book (and paid extra for the CD) because I had heard Kaplan was "the best." Because it gets bogged down with verbose textbook-style instruction, however, I found it helpful, but not as practical as I had hoped. In addition, the practice exams on the CD, although timed, were frustrating because it was impossible to make handwritten scratchwork on the computer screen (possible during the real exam because it's on paper). I then bought Princeton Review's "Cracking the LSAT," which is more user-friendly and practical; it is more straightforward and is written with a sense of humor. I recommend that prospective buyers examine each book carefully before making a selection (as well as considering paying extra for the CD).