Learning to Leave: A Women's Guide [Paperback]

Lynette Triere (Author), Richard Peacock (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1, 1993

Now completely updated, this informative, comprehensive guide teaches women how to get through divorce. Covers dealing with anger, fear and other emotions; choosing a lawyer; talking to husbands; helping children through the situation; reviewing employment opportunities; and more. "An effective, realistic assessment . . . highly recommended".--Library Journal.

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Grand Central Publishing; Revised edition (June 1, 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0446394831
• ISBN-13: 978-0446394833
• Product Dimensions: 5.2 x 1 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #458,602 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars best book for women thinking about divorce, June 4, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Learning to Leave: A Women's Guide (Paperback)

This was the best of several books about divorce that I read prior to taking that big step. The author takes you chronologically thru the process: the years you wish your spouse would just sort of disappear (or worse), the doubts about whether you should try to hold things together, the time you first say to yourself the "D-word." Then there are so many practical things (like getting a rental mailbox so you can carry on correspondence without it going to your house), and not telling your husband until you are ready (you have copies of all your financial documents, you've had any dental work or surgery you may be needing, you've bought clothes to interview for a job in if necessary)...Later chapters deal with male rage, children and visitation, and legal matters. Finally, there's the relief and starting your new life. I've passed this book on to several women friends, with great feedback.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book saved my life!, August 21, 2001

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This review is from: Learning to Leave: A Women's Guide (Paperback)

I bought this book many years ago, when my kids where 4 and 8, I was able to plan, save, and leave a man without incidence who was abusive and threatning. I was able to leave in safety with my childen using my head and not my heart. My sons are now 17 and 21 and very happy and healthy. Since I left, I have received my Bachelors and Masters Degree and own a very successful consulting firm. I got out before my boys turned into men like their father. Thank You Lynette!

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All I needed to make a plan and work it!, November 1, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Learning to Leave: A Women's Guide (Paperback)

I read this book a long time ago when I needed help on making my decision to leave my alcoholic husband. By reading it over and over when my resolve would weaken, I was able to go forward to a much, much better life and future. A great book to help work past the defeating behaviors that keep us locked into the victim stance.