Winning Low Limit Hold'em - Lee Jones

There are a lot of books on how to play Texas Hold'em poker. Most are written by world champions of no limit tournaments. That is what they write about. How to win major tournaments. Tournaments with buy-ins starting at $1,500. Most people cannot afford to play these tournaments. Most people play in their local casino or around a kitchen table. And the stakes they play for are significantly less.

In these smaller games, the advice of Doyle Brunson or Mike Sexton is next to worthless. The amount of money at risk has a significant impact on how people play and how you should play. Lee Jones is not a world champion. He is consistent winner in low limit games. Lee defines low limit games as $1-$2 to $6-$12. In card rooms today it is rare to fine a $1-$2 game. $3-$6 is the most popular game and can be found in almost every casino that offers live poker.

This is a very good book for the beginning player. Lee takes the time to explain the basics of the game as well as the basics of playing in a casino. Many people are intimidated to play in a casino because it looks complicated. Lee does a good job of removing the mystery around what is happening and why.

Even though this book is aimed at the beginner, there is a lot of good information for the experienced player who may be considering playing in a low limit game. Lee explains many of the fundamental strategies and how to apply them in a low limit game. A good example is bluffing. Most books go into great detail on when and how to bluff. How to recognize when your opponent may be bluffing. Lee's advice is not to bluff. The amount of money it costs to call a bet in a low limit game makes it almost impossible to induce your opponent to fold.

This is a must read for anyone who wants to play poker in a casino. Starting with a low limit game is a good way to get your feet wet and become comfortable in the environment. Armed with the knowledge and strategies provided by Lee, you have a good chance of coming away with a little more money in your pocket as well as an enjoyable experience.