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Marriage As Advertised

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Jon and April, on the surface and on paper, are what every couple aspire to be. They have worked hard, purchased a lovely home, have two kids and attend church regularly, together. They appear to have the perfect life. Marriage as Advertised by Jerome J. McCarthy is an inside look at how many couples are more concerned about how their marriages look, rather than how they are. There is a scene in the book where they are arguing on the way to church, but as soon as they step from the car their demeanors and actions change. I found that fascinating. Readers will see how easy it is to become disconnected due to lack of communication and misunderstanding.

Jon is a construction worker who has dreams of owning his own real estate development company but feels tied to what he does by an obligation to his family. Mostly, he feels April does not appreciate him and is never satisfied with what he does. April is employed at a bank and earning a decent living but feels her needs are not being met by her husband and plans to leave him are always in the back of her mind. She thinks that having more materially would make her happier. This couple does a great deal of thinking about what they want, but very little sharing with the other. Because they are unable to talk and are so focused on appearing happy, they make bad choices that could ruin their marriage. Marriage as Advertised is a narrative-driven view of marriage, family and choices.

I recommend this novel to readers who enjoy descriptive novels that read like real life.

Angelia Menchan
APOOO BookClub

`Marriage As Advertised' written by Jerome J. McCarthy provides an insight into a marriage where both parties are dejected and uncertain if their 9 years is salvageable. Jon and April Carter have the ideal marriage, or so people on the outside believe. When both husband and wife begin to spend time with others, they both find themselves in persuasive situations. Will Jon and April choose to step into something new, or take the time needed to reassess their relationship?

`Marriage As Advertise' is a tolerable read fortified with facts, faith, love and strength. I really enjoyed the scriptures, analogies and lessons the author uses from the bible. However, I wasn't really particularly fond of the co-characters, who seemingly don't advance the story in either direction. In some instances, I felt as if the story dragged. Overall, I believe that Jerome J. McCarthy has a very unique recipe for storytelling and readers would be satisfied as well as filled with the word.

Reviewed by: Crystal

I read this book and found it very thought provoking and stimulating. At some points I laughed out loud. The author delves into a relationship and shows how it can be torn apart so easily and he also shows how the relationship can be healed to be stronger than ever before. I think the book was very well written and i can't wait to read what else the author will be releasing.

Marriage As Advertised is a provocative, attention-grabbing read, for men and women, that will provide you with a glimpse into the imperfectness of married life. It vividly displays issues that can exist between a couple, while also providing valuable insight on laying the foundation for marital success. It has a great storyline that you will not be able walk away from without learning something about how to improve your relationship. It shows how differently men and women think, and how misunderstanding the opposite sex can lead to unnecessary problems. This captivating read will inspire hope in those who read it, and leave you with the message that problems are solvable, healing is possible, wounded marriages are salvageable, and extinguished flames between a couple can be reignited. I highly recommend this book!