From Library Journal
Shah, whose main claims to authority seem to be that he worked for Playboy and has had many failed relationships, has put together a self-indulgent book. He outlines the build-up and fall-down of his 13-year relationship with “Carmen.” In the course of this expose, he spouts unproven theories about women and relationships that are regressive enough to make even Phyllis Schlafly blush. As if the content weren’t bad enough, the writing style seems to be more Penthouse than Playboy: “The three days that followed saw us making love in every corner of my apartment, even at the top of the San Ynez mountains.” It seems that Shah and “Carmen” could have benefited from reading Bushong’s book. Bushong, a psychotherapist with years of media experience, has put together a no-frills guide to keeping relationships honest. She could well be called the great enumerator; in addition to the seven dumb mistakes, she includes the “16 essential elements of a healthy rel (more…)