Best Kept Secret

After being completely mesmerized by "Spirit" and the raw beautiful talent of Leona I was completely hooked. I couldn't buy the next offering fast enough. As it turned out...too fast. I should have waited for the reviews; they would have spared me disappointment. Leona is a vocalist who possesses enormous range but if she believes this offering is in keeping with her last, she lacks any true understanding of the miraculous instrument of her voice. Spirit was amazing because it tested her, wringing out every nuance she was capable of. Frequently it left her breathless, and left me with goosebumps. You could tell she worked *hard* on "Spirit". Alas..."Best Kept Secret" was so far below her first extraordinary offering, it was like listening to a different vocalist. She stayed in her comfortable range, making only desultory efforts to reach the dizzying heights she was capable of. Adding additional indignities to that was the choice to have of a male singer with little or no talent nasally assault us not once but for several grueling tracks. I can only say this--with talent and fame come responsibility to maintain a standard of excellence. Evidently this fact has not yet become evident to Ms. Lewis. Will I buy her next? Yes--but I'll wait for the reviews first.

I love all the Leona Lewis's albums, but this is definitely my least favorite!Even though she wrote all the songs and put her heart and soul into it, the final product isn't that good!But I have to compliment her hard work, because this album was made before X-Factor and she didn't work with famous producers, everything was made by herself.Overall, the album is Ok!I'm gonna give this album: 3 Stars ✰✰✰

This was a surprise to me. I took a chance on purchasing this album just off the strength of liking Spirit and Echo. Leona Lewis gave more of a contemporary R&B/ hip hop vibe to this album and it works well with her voice. This album gives her a more urban edge than her previous projects. I'm surprised this one didn't get more exposure when it was released.

Be aware that this album does not represent Leona's current work, and I don't think it is up to her current standard. The tracks were recorded in 2005, before Leona's X-Factor win. UEG Music put this album out to capitalize on Leona's success, and I'm not sure that Leona gets any royalties from sales of the album.

The cd would not play in my car. Tried over and over!!! I emailed the seller and they immediately issued a refund!! I didn't even have to return it. Great customer service and replied quick too. They did stand behind their product. Maybe my CD player was extra sensitive to a minor scratch.

This is an amazing CD by an amazing artist reminds me of my favorite r&b songs from the mid 90's and has a really nice throw back vibe to it with a modern day soul. Simply amazing.

I like leona lewis I like songs on the cd

i really love this item.. leona lewis is probably one of the best singers out there today.. love her :)

Well Leona is a great singer still one of the best that came out of X factor Think she is brilliant.

Item fine great value for the money

great

Completely useless ,for my dogs anyway

Excellent