TAKE HER! and seriously don't buy the book because all you need is the lecture slides. just study the main points on the lecture slides, memorize some facts here and there and a good grade is guaranteed. she's very clear about her points and she talks at a really manageable speed so that you have more than enough time to take notes. she's also very open about people asking questions so bring up any questions you may have:) she's just an awesome professor who's very clear and you feel like you learn a lot without too much reading or work!