Lsat Logic Games Bible: A Comprehensive System for Attacking the Logic Games Section of the Lsat

Preparing for the LSAT is a journey. Crushing it on test day requires dedication and effective study techniques. No one tool will fully prepare you to do well. That said, the PowerScore system was the main tool I used in my journey toward the 99th percentile.The PowerScore system essentially consists of 6 books: 3 bibles and 3 workbooks (one of each per LSAT section). The bibles take you through PowerScore's strategies and methods of attacking each section, while the workbooks give you practice questions and sections to hone your skills. For simplicity, I am writing two reviews: 1 that encompasses the 3 bibles and 1 for the workbooks.I began using these books approximately 3 months ahead of test day. I read all 3 bibles cover to cover. The bibles do a nice job of easing you into their system for attacking various question types. You learn strategies for marking up long passages quickly and effectively, picking apart logical reasoning question stems, identifying incorrect answers, and most importantly, drawing logic game (analytical reasoning) diagrams. This last one is crucial; of all the logic games methods I encountered, I believe PowerScore has the best one. Learn their method and you'll be on your way to 0 wrong on the logic games section (which is so important since Reading Comp will always get you).Another nice feature of the bibles is that they provide several quick exercises along the way that help to reinforce the methods they're teaching you. These exercises were a nice alternative to regular LSAT questions.Although I recommend getting all three bibles, I would rank them in the following order from most to least crucial: Logic Games, Logical Reasoning, Reading Comp. Here's why:1) Logic Games: As I mentioned, I'm a big fan of their approach for drawing game diagrams. Since the logic games section is the most abstract, you'll want to give yourself ample time to learn and practice your approach. Start with this book.2) Logical Reasoning: They do a great job addressing all the different question types that can appear in the LR section. This book is really important as well. It just falls behind Logic Games because it's not as abstract.3) Reading Comp: In my opinion, practice practice practice is a much more effective method of preparing for reading comp (as opposed to spending a lot of time learning a specific method). You'll want to practice reading really quickly while still retaining key points. That being said, this bible will help you with strategies for how to mark up the text to quickly go back to those key points. However, if you're strapped for cash, your money might be better spent toward a subscription to the Economist (their articles provide good practice for the types of passages you'll encounter on the LSAT, and this will help when you run out of real LSAT passages).

This is the first time I've ever taken the time to write a review for a product, but I couldn't not say something about the quality of the PowerScore books. Let me say, I started preparing for the February 2010 LSAT in December 2009, and I did so by taking a $1300 Kaplan prep course. I scored a 148 on my diagnostic, and my scores with Kaplan never rose above a 153. I often felt as though their explanations weren't thorough, and it seemed as if whenever something was difficult to explain, it was simply labeled as "out of scope" -- not very helpful in understanding why incorrect answers are incorrect. So I took the LSAT in February and got a disappointing, but not surprising, 152.I wanted at least a 156, so I planned to take the June 2010 LSAT, but decided to try a new study method. I'd heard about the Bibles, so I ordered the LG & LR Bibles. Overall, I liked their format. Yes, they are wordy, but they are THOROUGH. I went through them slowly and carefully, especially the LG Bible, as logic games were my weak spot. After finishing both bibles, I took my first full length test since the Feb LSAT, and got a 160. That was literally doing no other practice than reading the Bibles.Ultimately, I ended up taking about 10 full length exams, never dipping below a 160 again, and peaking at 168. I took the June 2010 LSAT, and though I felt that it was quite difficult, I decided not to cancel my score, and ended up with a 165, way above the 156 that I wanted, and quite a leap from anything I'd ever done with Kaplan.Basically, I'm telling you that there is absolutely no need to spend $1300 on a prep course (or at least not at first). Buy these books and go through them carefully, taking the time to understand each concept. THEN, if you aren't scoring where you want to, consider a course. I wish I'd tried the Bibles first... I would've had to take the LSAT only once, and I could've saved a ton of money.

This book provides sample LSAT games It begins with an explanation of how the test works and ways to approach and think about the questions and helpful hints to get the correct answer. it then provides exam sample questions with explanations of each as to why the incorrect answers are incorrect and why the correct answer is correct. It's a great resource if you're interested in learning the "tricks" to solve logic games. I would be interested in if others think the same way, I find playing Sodoku helpful in solving logic games. It seems to have a similar way of thinking used to solve these logic games. This book may have newer versions. They are kind of pricey but well worth the money in my opinion.

Disclaimer: I wrote the test five years ago, so maybe they have updated the test/maybe this particular book is not as useful. I have no idea if any changes have occurred since I wrote the exam.Review: This really helped me learn how to approach the test (specifically the games section). I went through all the past tests before writing the exam ( I highly recommend you do the same!) and found a big improvement in my score between when I didn't have this book, to after I read it. I would recommend anyone looking to take the test get this book. I ended up getting a great score.

Honestly, this and LSAT PrepTests are the best way to study. You save a lot of money and can tailor your learning to what you actually need to know, rather than wasting time on a prep course. Prep courses are very useful, but only if you don't have a good base to start with.

It's been said time and time again, but this is truly an incredible book for attacking the logic game section of the LSAT. This book will equip you with simple, effective methods to approach any type of logic question on the LSAT. I have read it cover to cover, and plan on re-reading it as I continue studying for my LSAT. An incredible buy, its worth its weight in gold!

this book was supposed to be in great/good condition. It was not, it was full of writing, the cover was bent, and all of the practice tests had be written in. Not impressed at all. when a seller posts a book there is a reason behind the question "Condition of the item" they wasted my time and money. Future buyers should be aware of their standards when the claim an item is in good or great condition.

Dear Mr. BlueYou advertised this LSAT book as brand newUpon arrival I see now the pages are covered in blue.What? You think I wouldn't have a clue?& so now I write to you& ask what am I to do?What am I to do with your LSAT book littered in blue, Mr. Blue?Sincerely,Pissed.