Good read if you are struggling with the dating scene and online dating. I would say it is more for men to read. Funny parts.

I wasn't sure how to take a book about a crazy ex written by a dude.  Every dude I've ever tried to date won't date me because his ex was crazy and therefore I must be too because I am also female.  So I went into this book a little bit hesitant, but was pleasantly surprised.  One of the things noted in the book was that it takes 2 - if you betray her and she reacts to that betray poorly, you are at fault.  He also notes that it is important the identify signs before it is too late and has stories from buddies of his so it isn't just all him going on about his own relationships.  Always trust you gut - if you think he/she is an abuser, stalker, liar, etc. Get out of there while you can.  The book has a lot of dark humor included but also was  and interesting different perspective of sorts.

I received a free e-copy of this book in order to write this review, I was not otherwise compensated.

This is a relationship advice book from the male perspective which, and after a lifetime of reading self help books written by women I found to be refreshing. I was a bit worried that it might be misogynistic and mean, but because of the personal writing and emotion attached - it comes across as mostly balanced and calm using the wisdom of hindsight. Some moments feel understandably a little wounded and bitter.

Obviously the author has been through a tough relationship - and lots of the anecdotes within are reflecting on his own experiences which adds a deep poignancy to some of the stories. The advice is good, for example look out for signs of overt jealousy, watch how people treat others in their life, look out for someone attacking you physically (!)

I liked the referencing of 80s movies as chapter titles and to make his points clear, for example on describing one friend's ex he compares her to a Terminator - "That terminator is out there. It can't be bargained with. It can't be reasoned with. It doesn't feel pity, or remorse, or fear. And it absolutely will not stop, ever.."

Share it with a friend who might be in need of a little nudge...

Thanks to NetGalley for an ebook review copy.

This is a perfect example of a star rating that doesn't reflect the actual quality and content of the book itself but instead a reflection of my expectations regarding the way this book was tagged on Netgalley. Being tagged as 'entertainment' and 'humor' led me to expect lots of tongue-in-cheek, stupid humor, crazy scenarios you'd only see in a cheesy romcom or something.

But it wasn't, not at all. This was real, real life stuff. And although the author did try to write the book using a light overtone, the issues raised are very dark and actually very serious. This is a serious 'how-to' book covering mental health, scientific studies, abuse, you name it.

So, as this book wasn't the sarcastic, fun read I was expecting, I don't really have much of an opinion to give. I do however think the author should have included at least one story from a female perspective. Not one of the main experiences covered was from a female, seriously, just one would have sufficed. I also believe this book should be tagged as self-help/mental health or alike.