Because I care

Yeah, here's a review of a reference work I recently submitted (I'm known for being frank):

Origin of Everyday Things
Acton, Johnny
978-1-40274-302-3

I had hoped to write a glowing review of a book that promised fun and useful information for trivia buffs. Unfortunately, the book that contains this quirky piece of information on the origin of pretzels as “[t]he treat that nearly finished off George W. Bush…” (pg. 196), falls far below par when objectively reviewed as an information reference source. This work does not contain a table of contents (gasp) nor an index! The only entry for “X” is x-ray—what will those curious minds who want to know about the origin of Xanax do (Prozac is listed under “p” after all)? Its value as a credible information seeking tool is null and void. I wouldn’t even recommend this book as a gift to a bitter enemy.