First things first: this did not work as an audiobook. There were of course no diagrams, the tables were just read out loud, and it was aching for a conclusion at the end to round off the listening experience. I thought the same about the previous book in this series that I reviewed, and I thought this one might be different (given how keen they are to push these audiobooks) but I was wrong.

That aside! This was a very interesting and accessible introduction to psychology. I particularly enjoyed the chapter on developmental psychology, and I feel like I learned a lot about the way our brains develop. I was coming out with developmental psychology facts for days, it was so interesting!

I also thought the author did a really good job of presenting difficult subjects, such as some of Freud’s theory. She didn’t shy away from the less savoury aspects of them, but did give sufficient context, including examining how these theories were and are still received.

I did feel that the chapters on applied psychology were dragged out, with extensive tangents into other topics that felt unnecessary. Again, this is where the audiobook format wasn’t great; some of this could have been an appendix that could be referred to on the readers terms, but for the audiobook I had to sit through a lot of being told how and why people applied to jobs, for example.

I’m sure this would be a great reference book, and I did learn a lot, but I think that if this series is going to continue then the audiobook format needs to change.

I received a free copy for an honest review.

I enjoyed this audiobook a lot as it discussed a lot of the key concepts within Psychology, I believe that it is useful for those beginning their studies aimed in psychology, and the audiobook is good and not too dry. The book with illustrations or diagrams will of course be even more beneficial given the topic, but as an audiobook, is already well crafted.

The Principles Of Psychology provides a broad yet detailed insight into key concepts and approaches in psychology. It would be of interest to people who are curious to learn more about the discipline. Importantly, it also highlights the wide range of professions underpinned by psychology and I would have valued listening to this earlier in my career, perhaps as an undergraduate student. Educational Psychology recieved a brief mention, but I would have appreciated a bit more discussion around this career option.

I enjoyed the audiobook format, but I think that the book having full colour illustrations and diagrams is beneficial.

Thank you to Dr Shona Saul, NetGalley and the publishers for providing and audiobook ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

A really interesting introduction to many ideas and theories about psychology. This is a great book for someone new to the subject.

The narrator is well chosen for this subject. Her narration feels both knowledgeable and relatable.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for providing me with a free e-copy of this audiobook in exchange for my honest opinion.

Packed with a lot of information. It reminded me of a college textbook. Very informative. Alot to pull from and educate oneself.

Brilliant! I've always been fascinated by psychology and this book gave me a great overview, with clear and easy to understand explanations.

4 ⭐️ Thanks to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for an ARC in return for an honest review.