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The Dirty Seven: Ladies Beware

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This gem of a book by June Marshall has its thumb on the pulse of why so many women spin their wheels in dead end relationships. Marshall desribes in colorful detail the characteristics of "Mr. wrong", how to avoid the endless pain and suffering that a relationship with him will bring. The Dirty Seven sheds light on the subtle and insidious elements of a bad catch that most of us easliy look over in attempts to have a man in our life. The refreshing part is that Marshall does not male bash or leave the reader feeling that a fulfilling relationship with a man is impossible. On the contrary- I left feeling empowered and ready to seek out the qualities in a partner that count such as the ability to give and good character. But aside from the invaluable information presented in The Dirty Seven, it is hilariously written. I found myself laughing out loud throughout the book!

Sharply and smartly written, The Dirty Seven: Ladies Beware! is a candid description of seven male personality types that single women searching for a serious relationship should avoid like the plague. The Dirty Seven does not focus upon criminal types, but rather men who are simply poor relationship and prospective husband material, from the Young and Poor to the Excessive Baggage man. The Dirty Seven is highly entertaining to read, but contains a very sober message and is a "must-read" for any single woman in search of a mate.

This book is intended for women who are looking for a relationship, but it may also be helpful to those who are in relationships that are not working and are wondering should they stay or leave and can the relationship be salvaged.

The Dirty Seven is exquisitely written - it will both entertain you and open your eyes into different categories of qualities that some men bring into a relationship and which will only bring you pain and heartache in time.

The author points out that there are wonderful, loving and well-adjusted men out there and there are also those who are obviously a bad relationship material. This book doesn't deal with either of those, but rather it deals with traits that may not be so obvious, unless you're informed and know what to look for, traits that may confuse you and make you wonder is something wrong with you or is it him?

You will also get insight into what can be salvaged and whether it's worth your while sticking around, or should you better leave before you get deeply entangled - in other words: what to find out before you find yourself in a deeply messy situation that may be harder and more complicated to get out of as time goes by.

At the end of the book, there is a short overview of The Dirty Seven Sisters: Men Beware. The author has also written a separate book that deals with undesirable traits women bring into a relationship and in my opinion, people of both sexes who desire to enjoy long-term relationships may want to read both books. After all, it takes two well-adjusted individuals to create a happy, loving and harmonious long-term relationship and having insight into one's own shortcomings and doing something about them is as useful as being aware of what to look for in a relationship partner.

This book is a no-nonsense, practical guide to men and their availability for a real relationship. The author points out three critical questions every woman should ask herself about the man she is involved with: "Is he kind? Does he treat me fairly? Does he show me love?" In addition, she provides insightful advice about the "red flags" that mean run. This book is fun, insightful, and educational....I loved the Q&A! It's a must-read for any woman looking for the "real thing."

It's about time we faced the reality of choosing the wrong guy. This book can prevent the heartache and pain of entering into a relationship doomed to fail. The author writes as if she is sitting down with you and personally giving you the scoop. It should be required reading for all young women before graduating high school and for all young boys on how not to become one of the dirty seven.

Once women get a hold of this book, they are going to avoid these seven types of men like the plague! These bad boys won't be able to hide out any more---this humorous guide exposes the naughty behavoirs to look out for. But don't be fooled...even though the book offers more than a few chuckles, the author's advice is practical and wise.

Like a field guide to a mushroom gatherer, this book teaches how to recognize the poisonous types. In that sense, this is a money, time and life-saving guide. Just as you would not sample The Angel of Death mushroom, you would not try out one of these guys in hopes that he is not really true to type. Nor would you take one home, hoping that with enough love and care and hope, the poison will dissolve and the mushroom will be wholesome and edible. As she explains:

"This guide does not address what you can do to make yourself more attractive to men, how to improve your own character, or guy-meeting strategies. Its purpose is to help you sort through and reject the bad apples up front. Too many bad relationships are the result of women being so grateful that some guy even looks at them, that they jump at the chance to become intimate because they fear it will be their last chance in life. They are petrified that they will be old maids, alone on New Year's Eve. They marry some unloving guy who is full of himself, and they still feel alone on New Year's Eve."

I loved the book. It was very helpful in describing the men to avoid. Afraid I have dated almost all the types and some of the ones to two types together. I think it is helpful for any woman searching for someone good to date.

I recognized practically every one of the dirty seven from either my life or from my girlfriends'lives. I wish I had this book way back when I wasted my time on the YAPpie who was scrounging off of me or the ScarMan who really wasn't over his ex and was using me as his "transitional" woman for years, until he went back to her!
People put a lot of thought into their jobs and financial planning and yet will let a real loser into their lives because they think these guys will get better. But they won't. Recognize them and move on!

When someone has a lame excuse, this book lets you know it's not okay, no matter what excuse they have. It's just not right and the author addresses it.

An array of very usable facts to keep you from not getting swallowed up by one of thse types or the conmbo types. Mix and match them any way you like: They still spell T-R-O-U-B-L-E!