I agree with if you want to read it, just read with an open mind. I too did like this book, but what I liked about it is what I took from it that worked for me. And I can comment too much as I didn't read it all, just what parts I wanted to. The feeding times helped me & the routine but it never ruled my life, I'm acutally very social and was out & about most days. I got advice from the book re: sleep comforters that I thought was great.

It's like any advice, you take what works for you...leave what does not etc. We could read soooo many books & they will all be different & everyone will have a different opinion. FWIW I only read it as it was given to me & parts worked for me. But I refuse to spend several $$$ on books that I may or may not like, so I borrow from the library or just go with my own feelings. And I've never left either child to CIO.

Some books can put you off if you don't agree with the methods & that's a good indication that you have a feeling for what you want to achieve anyway & that way is not for you.