I have read only the first 3 chapters or so but so far the material has been very helpful. The author does a great job of describing concepts clearly and in a manner which does not confuse the reader further. I would recommend it to anyone struggling in OChem 2. It would be helpful, I think, if you began reading it before the semester starts as the book does not go along the same schedule as the material taught in class usually. Besides it really helps to solidify the majors points in your head beforehand.

I have both the Organic Chemistry as a Second Language, and the Second Semester topics addition. I find both very useful tools for understanding OCHEM. The first semester book has useful nomenclature section, which is not covered at all in the second addition. I think a nomenclature section for the benzene section, and to show how Carboxylic Acid and other carbonyls are named and numbered would be helpful practice, although some of it may be review. However, the explanations for benzene ring mechanisms and modificaton is indispensable. This series of books are only supplements, and cannot replace the text, or lecture because there are topics not covered in the "language" books, and some reactions that are included in the Second Semester book may not be required in a specific course. You can not go wrong by investing in these books and working the practice problems.

I struggle typically because I'm not spending enough time with the textbook assigned.
All in all, my only complaint is I don't have enough time to take full advantage of this wonderful supplement.

I ordered the book a week ago. I was desperate about orgo at that time. Read the first page and you'll find that it teaches you the skills to deal with orgo mechanism, synthesis, and predicting product. They all started to make sense now. I am still in the third chapter but I really feel the differences it makes. If I have read this book earlier, I won't have such a hard time in orgo.

This book should be used by ALL students struggling in organic chemistry. The subect is not easy. But this author's insight into the subject knows how to guide a student into actually learning the material. I wish I had bought the book earlier.
Excellent book recommended for those who need to master organic.

If you are struggling in your second semester of Organic Chemistry, then this is just the book you need. The way it is written makes it easier to understand the concepts better than any textbook. This book literally saved my life in Organic Chemistry. I highly recommend this product.

If you are struggling in your second semester of Organic Chemistry, then this is just the book you need. The way it is written makes it easier to understand the concepts better than any textbook. This book literally saved my life in Organic Chemistry. I highly recommend this product.

One will find a host of information from a standard Organic Chemistry textbook, but more often, a student shall view these reactions as separate and different and then find the subject overwhelming. Organic Chemistry As A Second Language II is EXTREMELY valuable in that it makes the student see how similar or different the reactions are. It also makes the mechanisms seem very simple-- the electron pushing and diagrams are so easy to understand, and best of all, accurate.

I am unaware as to the quality of David Klein's other titles, but I assure you that this one is a must-read for survival. I had even impressed the professor with a Baeyer-Villiger reaction that she did not cover in class.

Whereas this book has helped me to do well in my second organic chemistry class, I might have done better in my first orgo class had I encountered Organic Chemistry As A Second Language sooner.

Btw I don't know about the other guy, but Klein responded to my email.

This book should be required in every orgo class. I've used both semesters (Organic Chem I as a Second Language & Organic Chem II as a Second Language). He does an outstanding job of breaking down incredibly important and challenging concepts, making them understandable, and presenting short problems that help you master (and remember) those concepts. By the end of each chapter you have learned something, and learned it well. These books will make orgo much more pleasant for you and deepen you understanding of it. GET THESE BOOKS.

This book is extremely helpful and practical. It takes all of the information that you need to know from your textbook and summarizes it very nicely. It gets right to point! Short and sweet! It's like your textbook without all of the fluff. Also, the amount of practice problems are perfect! It follows along precisely with your class.

I bought another one of the author's titles, from the same publisher, to have something a little smaller to read on the subway rather than pulling out my large textbook. The workable problems and their respective solutions are plagued with errors from beginning to end. I attempted to e-mail and call the author at Johns Hopkins to both bring this to his attention and to attempt to get a corrected solutions set, but to no avail. I feel that posting this is an appropriate warning to students who may actually need to rely on supplemental supplemental material like this to help grasp the material. If his other titles are any indication, I warn you to stay away from this book and seek other material.

The order is a little confusing but the information is good and presented well.

I just finished my Organic Chemistry course. This book was a huge help, especially since all of the reactions were geared towards synthesis - the most challenging material of the whole year.

What it covered, it covered very well, BUT there was a LOT in my course that wasn't in this book. If you're looking for a great way to learn the basic concepts before you tackle your textbook, this is the book for you. But if your class doesn't have a textbook, or you're looking for a more condensed (and easier to read)version of your textbook, this isn't it. It's a good way to learn the basics, but don't expect it to get you through your class.

I'd recommend Organic Chemistry Demystified if you want a textbook replacement. There was only one reaction in my entire year of class that wasn't in that book, but it didn't break things down as well as Organic Chemistry as a Second Language.

I purchased this book after reading over Mr. Kleins "Organic Chemistry I as a Second Language". I wish that I had found the first book in time for my first semester. I find both books very concise and easy to read. There are tips that it reveals that my professor doesn't have time to go over in class. Unlike my heavy textbook, I can take these books and read them over before going to sleep. In addition, it allows you to practice problems, and supplies the answers in the back, just like a solutions manual. These books were a great find, and I recommend them highly to anyone having to take such a challenging course. It will make your life a lot easier!

Very useful. Covered all important concepts in a simple and concise manner.

Very useful. Covered all important concepts in a simple and concise manner.

Loved this book! Klein clarified many concepts that were difficult to follow in my textbook. Coherent presentation of information, useful practice problems, and fun to read!

Very helpful in Organic Chemistry 2! This book breaks each concept down into simple examples that are easy to understand. I wasn't sure about this class, but I think I'm going to pass it because of this book.

This is a really good book for the topics that it covers. There are some topics that it doesn't cover that are covered in organic two. For instance, there isn't anything on spectroscopy. However, it is very well written on what it covers. It is written in termanology that anyone can understand.

this book was awesome...it really helps you understand the underlying concepts and details of the second semester of organic chem.
definitely helped me pass the class!

Well, it was great. The first book was also very useful for Organic Chem.

I ordered this book after reading Mr. Klein's first Organic Chemistry as a Second Language book and was immediately content with my purchase upon arrival. This book clearly explains how to approach countless types of Organic Chemistry II problems and was a much more effective tool than stumbling through my textbook or messy lecture notes. If you work through the numerous example problems within each chapter, this book is the perfect supplement for any Orgo class. The best part is that you don't really have to work hard to memorize a list of reactions; this book shows you how to approach novel problems and understand why the reactions take place.

I highly reccomend this product to anyone who is taking an Organic Chemistry course or preparing for the MCAT.

This is the only reason I am getting an A in my second semester of organic chemistry. The lectures are okay, but the book simplifies the message and clearly explains the mechanisms and whats needed to understand them, not just memorization. Great buy.

The transaction was wonderful, and there were no problems with the shipping and arrival. The book came early, and was in excellent condition. Thank you!