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Summary: Excellent Book
Review: I am a good looking single guy who has three sisters whom I care for dearly. I perhaps give them too much information about the men in their lives. I read this book with the intention of giving it to them as a present. I must tell you ladies that with the exception of a couple of chapters that I found to be over the top, 90% of the book is dead on. I found myself laughing out loud at some of the revelations in the book. I used to think I was the only guy that did some of the stuff they mentioned. It surprises me that so many women slammed this book for it's brutal honesty. I don't candy coat issues when I give advice to my sisters and this book doesn't either. Some reviewers have called the authors shallow but I disagree. A lot of women are the exact same way. Just go to any "match-making" website and read the 'profiles' of some of the women. Almost all the women mention their preferences for height, weight, education, attractiveness and earning potential of the men that will interest them. Some even will only date a man if he is of a certain skin color. Now that is racist and shallow. This book is also an excellent guide for screening out mister right from mister wrong. Start from that vantage point and this book is well worth the money. Fool yourself if you want but most of this book is right on the money. What do you have to lose by reading it? The four hours it took me to finish it?
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Summary: Over Generalizations
Review: I found this book sitting on my mother's coffee table and read it out of curiosity. While some of it was mildly amusing, it should be noted that it seems more written on how to snag a man with the authors' particular personality types, than how to attract a man in general. Some of this is true for some men, some isn't. I think it's a problem when each gender becomes a stereotype to the other. All men are not any certain way, just as all women aren't any certain way. We are people first, genders second. The few parts of the book that weren't written with this bias seem largely common sense to me, and not especially more true of men than women. Overall, while not quite as demonic as some reviewers make it out to be, the book isn't really worth it. I'm not an expert on relationship self help literature, but I don't think it would be too difficult to find something better.
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Summary: Men-what we wish was not true but often is?
Review: I found this book very disturbing...but very enlightening. It is hard to read much of this, especially the end part,"the ugly truth about men"...The truth of how men rapidly catagorize you as either lifetime mate potential or "good for now girls" is not a pretty concept at all, but in my expereince, alas, a true statement. I saw myself in many of the relationships. I saw how much I blamed men that I thought 'should' have been interested in me, or dangled me, but now see how it was me that refused to accept the obvious 'signs' that they were just not interested in me the way I was about them....this book does not present men as evil at all, just with, often unpleasant and brutal honesty. Men know what they want and show their intentions right away. We (women) just often think we can change their minds, when really, what we should be putting our efforts into is instead, changing partners. Men who date women that they don't want to marry or have a long term relationship with *do* let you know.... They don't make time for you the way they should, don't clear their calendars, they make excuses why they need to keep their options open...but the real truth is: They just don't want to make time for "you". They have already made up their mind; You are not the one. This book was really helpful, because I recongnize these signs now, and don't try to force things with men that don't want what I want and who appear not that interested from the beginning. Choose a man that chooses *you*. Those are the ones to pursue...and forget about the ones that treat you with indifference. It is good advice.
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Summary: enjoyed
Review: i have not even finished reading this book but i really enjoy it. much of the stuff in here i already knew because i have several male friends who i talk to about these issues. i am also from a different cultural background from the authors and i thought it is interesting how men are really the same when it comes to dating and relationships and playing games no matter what their backgorund is. the book covers many topics and many different scenarios for women who are wondering if a certain man is right for them. but what it really boiis down to is just listening to our gut feeling. i recommend this book for any women who want to gain control of their relationships and not be tricked be any of these men who think they are slick
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Summary: This book was written by men?!?!?!
Review: I thought it was a fantastic read. It give a very healthy perspective of what men want.. Especially men who are professionals and are seeking a long term relationship. If you are looking for the guy in charge of Fries at McDonalds, this book isn't for you.
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Summary: Brutally Honest; Be Prepared and Read
Review: I was shocked to see so many reviewers here have slashed the book so mercilessly. In my opinion, the book is fine. It's just that the content is not pretty, in fact it's down right ugly in some places. I want to commend the brave and courageous authors who have been brutally honest, many times revealing their personal lives. They've even posted their photos inside the cover. There was nothing that was fabricated or insincere in the book. I believe that the authors have come from a good place and unlike some reviewers, I don't think they were out to make a fast buck on a scam. No, they've put considerable time and effort into writing a good, sincere book that would be informative to women. They use nice, human voice that are friendly and entertaining. I laughed outloud many times. Do men cheat? Do men use women for sex? The book says yes. At least men will think about doing them. There's so much more, but in short, the book talks about men's general (animal) nature. Don't attack the authors for telling the truth. I admit that I wasn't happy to read certain parts, but isn't it better to know the ugly truths than not know them? The authors say that so many women hang on to dead relationships thinking that they have something real there. To men, it's obvious that these women are wasting their time. Women, face the ugly facts and move on. Believing that my boyfriend is not like them, he's capable of thinking and doing only pure and saintly things . . . the books says no. Having read Dr. John Gray's Mars and Venus series and "The Rules 1 and 2", I think this book is a nice addition coming from a different angle and reaffirming some of the same principles. This book, however, is more "ugly" and less politically correct . . . and therefore more valuable in my opinion. I'd say read it. It's good education.
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Summary: A MUST READ for women who want the TRUTH
Review: I've read a lot of "relationship" books, but this is the best so far. Some people may say "it's just common sense", but in matters of the heart and other body parts common sense often takes a back seat. After a series of encounters that fizzled I drove myself crazy wondering "why"? But this book made me stop beating myself up. Sometimes men just flirt and make promises, and many times we ignore early signs (not calling when promised, excuses, no weekend dates). If I had paid more attention to these red flags I would have moved on quicker. I have memorizied the following bits of author advice: "If a man considers a women girlfriend or wife potential there is no way he will let her walk out of his life" and "If a man is really seriously interested in a women, he will MAKE the time to call her and see her" - especially in the early stages of the relationship. It hurts to face the truth, but it's like a weight lifted from my shoulders. Life is too short to waste on game players - FORGET HIM! There ARE available, handsome, successful men out there.
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Summary: I am very concerned that this book is right on the money!
Review: It seems the poor reviews are from women and the good reviews are from men. I just read this book while sitting in Barnes & Noble (I could not find "How to Marry the Man of Choice" because it apparently keeps selling out!). I must admit that many of the "Are you a 'good for now' girl" questions were VERY eye-opening. Many of them fit the exact relationship that I am trying to figure out. Yes, much of this book was common sense, but very refreshing to hear three men just come out and say it. If you are stuggling with where your relationship is and where it is going, this book will give you plenty to THINK ABOUT. Every relationship is different and generalizations can be very dangerous. I say, read with a grain of salt and use it like you would use Cliff Notes, as a supplement only. Focus on the person.
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