Hilger takes readers slowly through important concepts: probability and odds, bluffing, raising, check-raising, slow playing, free cards and starting hands. His advice is geared first for beginners and intermediate players, but he moves quickly to advanced concepts. A major section on the flop examines nut hands; set/trips; two pair/overpair; middle/bottom pair; flush and straight draws; overcards and trash hands. Covers the turn and river card in great depth. The book offers a multitude of tips; practice hands and quizzes to keep you sharp. 298 pgs, paperback, 2008