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The Gaggle: How The Guys You Know Will Help You Find The Love You Want (2013)

by Jessica Massa(Favorite Author)

3.66 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

1451657536 (ISBN13: 9781451657531)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

Simon & Schuster

review 1: I came across this book quite randomly and unexpectedly after reading an article about it on CNN last week. I'm not normally one to be drawn to typical dating/relationship advice self-help-y books....which is exactly why I loved this book so much. While most dating/how-to-find-love books (particularly those geared towards heterosexual women) harp on all the stereotypical "do's" and "don'ts" in order to snag 'the one,' "The Gaggle" turns the focus to one of self-discovery. Incredibly refreshing! It caters to those of us navigating through the confusing post-modern dating world who are looking for something different. After reading this book, I have more insight, optimism, and an overall more relaxed outlook on dating/relationships in the 21st century. I had an epiphany of s... moreorts. Part of my problem had been my mindset. I was going about it all wrong....dating and/or pursuing a long-term relationship in very black and white terms. "The Gaggle" encourages women to explore those shades of grey with an open mind, awareness, and sense of adventure(aka, those various men in your life whom serve a very functional and/or meaningful role without you even realizing it...until you read what's in this book!). I have a great 'gaggle' of fun, intelligent, attractive, and caring men in my life. How can I not feel excited and grateful to have SEVERAL guys in my life that fulfill me in one or more ways?
review 2: As a general rule, I don't read "dating" books. They always seem to include gross generalizations about the sexes, overvalue marriage as THE end goal (um, happiness?) and/or include insufferable "tips" or "tricks" that assume either you or the person you're interested in is a moron. This book is different. Massa has clearly done her research, and the result is relevant, comprehensive and incredibly refreshing. She's managed to write a book that acknowledges the many nuances of love in 2012 (I have totally flirted via Words With Friends) that's empowering and exciting- NOT degrading. Thanks, Jess! less

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