PositiveThe New York Times Book ReviewThe twists and turns in Anna Akbari’s book are outrageous ... Given that Akbari wrote her doctoral dissertation on \"aspirational identity,\" it is bizarre that she barely mentions her own perspective as a sociologist until the book’s epilogue ... Akbari isn’t always an elegant writer, but I won’t soon forget this valiant attempt to hold a manipulator accountable.
Dolly Alderton
PositiveThe New York Times Book ReviewDelivers the most delightful aspects of classic romantic comedy — snappy dialogue, realistic relationship dynamics, humorous meet-cutes and misunderstandings — and leaves behind the clichéd gender roles and traditional marriage plot ... Alderton excels at portraying nonromantic intimate relationships with tenderness and authenticity ... She doesn’t need to try so hard ... Jen’s illuminating perspective reminds the reader of the socialized gender dynamics that are impossible to escape in heterosexual relationships — ones that are damaging to both parties, but especially unfair to women.
