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Summary: Been there. Live with it.
Review: Ellen has produced what might be the one most important piece of literature for cops,their loved ones and even, those who may not like cops very much.
All, can see what the job does to a person's heart, mind and soul and the devastating effects of false accusations, half-baked media attacks and the use of deadly force.
AN absoultely awesome book. One cop to all others - BUY THIS BOOK and read every page. Then read it again.
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Summary: An indispensable tool for understanding the cop mind
Review: Even if you're not married to, or otherwise involved with, a police officer, this book can help you to understand a great deal of the police culture, mindset, and worldview. Its descriptions of the character of the typical police officer and of how that officer evolves over the usual 20-year career are particularly valuable. And it offers insights into the home life of cops and how they cope. Both failed and successful relationships are covered, and in the end the tone is upbeat and optimistic.Also read "Cop World," by James McClure; "Homicide," by David Simon; "Cops," by Mark Baker; and Connie Fletcher's "Pure Cop," "What Cops Know," and "Breaking and Entering: Women Cops Talk About Life in the Ultimate Men's Club."
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Summary: An indispensable tool for understanding the cop mind
Review: Even if you're not married to, or otherwise involved with, a police officer, this book can help you to understand a great deal of the police culture, mindset, and worldview. Its descriptions of the character of the typical police officer and of how that officer evolves over the usual 20-year career are particularly valuable. And it offers insights into the home life of cops and how they cope. Both failed and successful relationships are covered, and in the end the tone is upbeat and optimistic. Also read "Cop World," by James McClure; "Homicide," by David Simon; "Cops," by Mark Baker; and Connie Fletcher's "Pure Cop," "What Cops Know," and "Breaking and Entering: Women Cops Talk About Life in the Ultimate Men's Club."
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Summary: I really am in love with a cop.
Review: Falling in love with a cop was natural for me. After all, I'm a military kid. I thought I knew all there was to know about loving and living with a "warrior". I was wrong. While there are a few similarities to the military lifestyle, the law enforcement culture is unique and, in a way, much more personal. Sending Dad off to fight a foreign battle is one thing; standing in line at the checkout behind one of your love's "clients" is entirely another. I found this book helpful. Kirschman ends each section with a series of practical "tips" we can all try to apply immediately. And, while sections of this book don't apply to my situation, I'm glad to have this text available to me (especially the extensive reference section). I got a lot out of it - enough to come here and purchase one for my sister - also in love with a cop.
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Summary: A must have
Review: From a recovered-from-burn-out civilian law enforcement employee, I wish I'd read it when I started.
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Summary: I found the book to be an eye opener for me.
Review: I am only a college student right now. But my goal is to work in law enforcement. I found a lot useful information regarding the stresses and riggors of police work and this book.
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Summary: WOW!!
Review: I am the daughter of a police officer. I thought for years that maybe I was all alone in feeling the way that I felt... I had no idea that it effects everyone that deals with Law Enforcement Officers. Its a tough path, but knowing that there are people that know how your feeling can make it so much easier. This book gave me all of that. It is the best book I have read, as far as "self help" books go, and I promise you, that even if you have only been dealing with Law Enforcement for a small amount of time, you too will find something to relate to in this book. Seriously, read "I Love a Cop." And remember... your not alone!
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Summary: A good read for those who know (and love) a cop
Review: I bought this book years ago, after my boyfriend made it clear he intended to become a Police Officer. About 5 years later, we are still together, and he is about to enter the Police Academy. Reading this book early on allowed me to better understand what he was going to be going through, and what our relationship would likely endure as well. His parents were less than enthusiastic about his decision, but a lot of that comes from fear. This book helped me toss aside my own fear, and deal with just the facts. Thanks in part to this book, I have been able to help him defend his decision, and at the very least help his mother come to terms more with his choice (his dad is still a work in progress). Of course this book won't be able to cover every potential problem or situation. But, there are lessons to be learned, even by reading between the lines, that will help you have a better, stronger relationship with your loved one who is a cop. As for Dr. Kirschman, she works in Oakland, CA as a police psychologist. I live a few miles away from Oakland, and know a good number of officers who know Dr. Kirschman personally. They all have expressed to me that they like and respect her, and thought that my reading her book was probably a very good thing for my relationship with my boyfriend.
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Summary: A good read for those who know (and love) a cop
Review: I bought this book years ago, after my boyfriend made it clear he intended to become a Police Officer. About 5 years later, we are still together, and he is about to enter the Police Academy. Reading this book early on allowed me to better understand what he was going to be going through, and what our relationship would likely endure as well. His parents were less than enthusiastic about his decision, but a lot of that comes from fear. This book helped me toss aside my own fear, and deal with just the facts. Thanks in part to this book, I have been able to help him defend his decision, and at the very least help his mother come to terms more with his choice (his dad is still a work in progress). Of course this book won't be able to cover every potential problem or situation. But, there are lessons to be learned, even by reading between the lines, that will help you have a better, stronger relationship with your loved one who is a cop. As for Dr. Kirschman, she works in Oakland, CA as a police psychologist. I live a few miles away from Oakland, and know a good number of officers who know Dr. Kirschman personally. They all have expressed to me that they like and respect her, and thought that my reading her book was probably a very good thing for my relationship with my boyfriend.
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Summary: Should be required reading for rookies and veterans alike!
Review: I'm a veteran street cop in Southern California with over 20 years on The Job. After most of those years had gone by I finally figured out some of what Dr.Kirschman writes about, but "if I only knew then what I know now" after reading her book, it may have saved me years of floundering. This book will give every new cop and their significant others an insightful look at most of the minefields of policework. When walking into those minefields inevitably happens and they blow up in your face, reading this book may help negotiate a safe return to the "real world." It will also help me as a Field Training Officer help my young rookies through some those tough patches that will be put in their path. I'm going to give a copy of this book to every new rookie I train and require it be read.
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