Stolen Love: Poetry for Cheaters [Paperback]

D. Reid Wallace (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

Intriguing, delightful, surprising expression of the secret life of clandestine lovers. My favorite, Peanut Butter Chocolate.' I'd buy the book just for that! -- Larry Davidson, host The Larry Davidson Show, 11/3/98

Poetry is the perfect way to express feelings. D. Reid Wallace gets at the issue of adultery in a most urbane and tasteful way. -- Donna Manvich, SourceLink, Incorporated, 12/2/98

Something for nothing, infidelity's bottom line is successfully explored in this balanced, altogether splendid treatment of the topic. Nice job! -- Sandra DeCapria, Reviewer, New York, 1/27/99

About the Author

D. Reid Wallace uses unconventional methods to share her thoughts on current social concerns with her readers. Her Stolen Love: POETRY FOR CHEATERS uses poetry to address issues of infidelity in a non-judgmental fashion. She is a widely sought after talk show guest both on national television and radio. D. Reid Wallace is also a highly regarded motivational speaker and guest lecturer who has been called upon by many groups and businesses across the country to share her observations. Also a relationship expert, D. Reid Wallace has written and published books dealing with a variety of current issues including her successful WISE WOMEN DON'T HAVE HOT FLASHES, THEY HAVE POWER SURGES! Here, Wallace's commentary on menopause is told from a husband's perspective. Menopause is seen as a natural and liberating stage of a woman's life, narrated by a loving and supportive, albeit puzzled partner. An accomplished academician, D. Reid Wallace is an expert in the accreditation of colleges and schools. Her work with the women and youth in her community has brought her great personal satisfaction. She serves as Chair for the Office of Women's Services Advisory Board, and as a member of the Ethics Board for the Town of Brookhaven. She is also a member of a governmental task force, a trustee of the board at John T. Mather Memorial Hospital, and a member of the Suffolk County Charter Revision Commission.

D. Reid Wallace, is a consummate professional, at ease when speaking before large groups or enjoying the intimacy of being interviewed.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 100 pages
• Publisher: Wise Pr (November 1, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0965282317
• ISBN-13: 978-0965282314
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.5 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 2.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,641,947 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Getting to the Heart of the Matter, January 23, 2000

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Dave Pike (Pennsylvania) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Stolen Love: Poetry for Cheaters (Paperback)

Now here's a book that deals with the many issues involved in the complex subject of infidelity. It's one that looks beyond betrayal to deal with some possible reasons why people cheat. What's fascinating is the balance and tasteful way the author approaches and executes the work using poetry. Cheating, when it is discovered, is almost always a very painful experience that exacts its toll on the mates or spouses, but the guilty don't get off scott free either. To be able to get a glimpse of that element of clandestine relationships is as valuable to our understanding as is our compassion for those that have been victims of this age old bad habit. It's too bad this perspective is not discussed more often; if it were, this terrific little book would gain wider acceptance. And, eliminating the subtitle, "Poetry for Cheaters" might have made it easier to have in the house on the coffee table! It is truly a wonderful attempt to enlighten and enliven our discourse on infidelity. Kudos, D. Reid Wallace!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars An interesting look at infidelity using poetry as medium., July 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Stolen Love: Poetry for Cheaters (Paperback)

The topic of illicit love is given a different treatment in this short collection of poetry. Without glorifying or judging, the author, a relationship expert, explores infidelity from a number of different perspectives, always giving the reader food for thought. A quick and interesting read, it seeks to represent the different attitudes of the participants of secret relationships in a very accessible way, using short poems to convey thoughts and feelings, rather than a straightforward and more didactic discussion of the subject matter. I am impressed by the author's versatility, not only in style, but in giving many voices to a single topic.

1 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Very disappointing, June 8, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Stolen Love: Poetry for Cheaters (Paperback)

Poetry that glorifies infidelity-- this book would be totally devastating to anyone who has been betrayed. It can even provide an incentive for a spouse who is considering an affair to follow through on it. It's a very destructive, sick book.