School Library Journal - Deborah Bigelow
While finding a mate can be challenging, learning to live happily with one can be even more so. The authors of these books share their personal experiences and insights on how to keep love alive. Lilo and Gerard Leeds, married for 56 years, team up with author Terrence Real (How Can I Get Through to You?: Reconnecting Men and Women) to put into writing what they consider to be the essential elements of a mutually satisfying relationship. They address issues that need to be agreed upon (e.g., money, religion) and offer simple, practical suggestions for increasing closeness (e.g., doing chores together, resolving disputes quickly).
Pastor and motivational speaker Gungor, himself married with two grown children and two grandchildren, attributes many relationship difficulties to miscommunication and explores the differences between male and female styles across eight dimensions, including thought processes and desires. He frequently draws from the Bible in relaying advice on commitment, sexuality, and forgiveness.
The Leedses' book, full of helpful ideas, is recommended for all public libraries. Gugor's meatier work, good for the Christian couple that would find biblical examples and quotations helpful, is recommended for libraries in high-density Christian communities. Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
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From the Publisher
"Familiarity can breed contempt or contentment. Heed the principles in Wonderful Marriage to make sure your relationship stays fresh, sexy and strong." —Ian Kerner, sex therapist and New York Times bestselling author, She Comes First
"Wonderful Marriage isn't just another relationship advice book. It is an honest and authentic approach to making a relationship work. It offers useful guidance and insight into what actually makes a partnership go the distance. Identifying the most vital issues in a relationship—money, sex, and children—is crucial. In addition, the authors don't neglect to address what causes most relationships to fail." —Chérie Carter-Scott, PhD, author, If Love Is a Game, These Are the Rules
"This book is about setting—and getting—high standards in marriage. . . . A powerful, practical book written by people who have walked the walk!" —Pat Love, EdD, coauthor, How To Improve Your Marriage Without Talking About It
"The specific ingredients to connect in all the ways that will create a happy, healthy and vibrant marriage for life." —Dr. Jane Greer, marriage and family therapist and author, How Could You Do This To Me? Learning To Trust After Betrayal
"Acknowledges the practical ways to achieve a happy relationship—without compromise or conflict." —John Gray, PhD, author, Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus
"Keeping this book by your bedside can help guide you from dating through sharing a whole wonderful life together." —Lisa Ronis, matchmaker
