The Bro Code

This is the first, and to my knowledge, only, reference guide to conduct that applies exclusively to bros and their conduct with each other. It is being hailed as a "wonderful work of satire", and "great for fans of the show." I am glad that the curators of this tome have found success for connoisseurs of parody and situational comedy. While this may be valid, this work is, in fact, a definitive source of guidance on how one interacts and behaves with, in regards to, and around, his bros. As such, it should be treated with reverence and honor. Any humor to be found within is usually found from situational references, either from this "How I Met Your Mother" series (I may have to watch it, someday...), but more likely from one's own history with his (or her) bros. I have used this guide as a reference to dictate actions in no less than two critical bro-related situations, and it has helped me to maintain my bro-status among my bros. While there is nothing saying I would not have made the same decision without The Bro Code, it provides me a set of rules to reference in times of doubt, or at least to help justify my position. While not discussed directly in The Bro Code, I believe that bro-type behavior should not be used exclusively with one's bros. Rather, brohavior should be practiced in most areas of life and relationships. To that end, I have provided copies to all my bros, to help guide them in their decision making. I even provided copies to my supervisor and my brother-in-law, even though I would not technically call them bros. In truth, this work applies to all walks of life. While it is geared specifically for bros and bro culture, it centers around the theory of "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you." That philosophy could serve to be explored in a more expansive work, possibly using stories and a mythology to help provide examples of how one should live their life according to a code of morals and ethics. Such a work could be religious in its impact... But I digress. I can say this without hesitation: This guide has merit. I recommend it for anyone who wants to be a better friend, a better person, and, naturally, a better bro.

The Bro Code, as an audio book, is a brilliant thing, indeed. The writing itself is clever and very HIMYM, or--to be more specific--very Barney. Not only does Matt Kuhn (er, Barney) supply readers with ample material to laugh at and enjoy, he also rewards loyal fans with references to things that have occurred throughout the series' colorful seasons. Furthermore, he had me picturing the characters in an array of hilarious new situations that could arise from the ideas presented in The Code. I read the book first and the narration by Neil Patrick Harris makes the many articles of The Code jump off the page. He manages to bring Barney's personality very convincingly to life through voice alone. I would recommend this audio book to all who are fans of the show or simply wish to have a good laugh.

I gave this to my husband for Christmas, but I have enjoyed thumbing through it myself and it is hilarious! I would highly recommend it, especially if you are a fan of How I Met Your Mother!

If you are a fan of the show How I met Your Mother, then you are a fan of Barney. And if your a fan of barney then you will love this book! It is a quick read and laugh out loud funny! I am constantly reopening it to figure out what bro code was just broken!

This book isn't some quick, half-hearted cash-in for How I Met Your Mother Fans, it's basically Barney Stinson in paperback form. The Bro Code is hilarious. If you're a fan of the show you'll likely hear Neil Patrick Harris' voice in your head as you read the book cover-to-cover. With diagrams, footnotes, and over 150 "codes" written by the show's writers, this is a can't miss book.