I first want to say, this is a book with excellent sources so it would make a good reference for all who are married or plan to be. That said, I think you should know that is all there is to it.
There are sources, comments, citations, quotes, from all manner of books and even the bible. In between is commentary from the authors. Their outlook on marriage struck me as a bit cynical or dated. I have been married over 22 years myself. I think of my husband as my best friend and so I have similar views to the authors - but not quite.
I enjoyed the "Marriage Rating Scale" in section F of the book. I found it gave me a fit of the giggles but I - nor my husband cared to get an exact number since we feel we are in a good place where we are.
I think this is a great gift book, even a great gag gift for those you wish you could with their relationship but they do not take advice well. It could sit on the coffee table where anyone could open it and improve upon ones marriage.
I am going to say I recommend this book with just a simple stipulation - be sure to remember that every relationship is in its own stage and what works for one will not work for another. That is what has helped me in mine, anyhow. That is also why I think the authors told of how they do it - and not giving strict advice, per se. Good reference book!
***This ARC copy was given free from Netgalley.com for review purposes.
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