You're Smarter Than You Look: Uncomplicating Relationships in Complicated Times [Paperback]

Judy Sheindlin (Author, Reader)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 21, 2001

Bestselling author and star of the #1 syndicated TV show, Judy Sheindlin has ruled on hundreds of cases involving relationship disputes over the years. Now she shares her solutions to problems that plague many relationships today.

Very different from what it was even twenty years ago, the traditional nuclear family now includes exes, ex-in-laws, merged families, stepchildren, friends from previous marriages and relationships, and even pets. This can create a complex web of relationships, easily becoming a knot in today's world. Judge Judy unravels these knots for everyone in a tangle.

From the decision to marry to writing a will, Judge Judy tackles all the relationship issues that drive people crazy...and sometimes to court.

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About the Author

Judge Judy Sheindlin established herself as a tough but fair judge in New York's family court. She is the presiding judge for Judge Judy, a nationally syndicated daily television show based on real court cases, and the author of two best-selling adult books and a children's book. She lives in New York City with her husband, Jerry, a New York Supreme Court Judge. She is the mother of five and a grandmother of four.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Harper Perennial (August 21, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060953764
• ISBN-13: 978-0060953768
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #485,784 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars She's the boss, applesauce!!!, July 2, 2003

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mark bickerton (Richmond, VA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: You're Smarter Than You Look: Uncomplicating Relationships in Complicated Times (Paperback)

In her characteristic sarcastic wit and dry humor style, Judge Judy addresses some serious topics with this entertaining book. Bringing her perspective from many years of adjudicating Family Court issues, Ms. Sheindlin could qualify as a psychiatrist as much as she is a judge. Written in a "Dear Abby" format, Judy answers many letters apparently written to her regarding family disputes over the years; an interesting twist, though, is that you get to read both of the disputing parties view on the issues, with Judy then rendering her opinion and legal advice.
There is, however, a slight undertone of "male bashing" throughout which, although perhaps occassionally justified, gets a bit annoying, and leads me to believe that the intended audience for this book is largely female. But anyone concerned about the social ills afflicting family life in the US will benefit from Judge Judy's unique viewpoints and her genuine attempt to improve the current status quo. Judge Judy, you go girl!!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars same book 2 titles!, November 10, 2011

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sally tarbox (aylesbury bucks uk) - See all my reviews

This review is from: You're Smarter Than You Look: Uncomplicating Relationships in Complicated Times (Paperback)

This is one of those annoying cases where one book (otherwise known as Keep it Simple Stupid) is issued under 2 titles and the unwary purchaser can end up with the same book twice.

But in book terms this is a very readable little work covering all sorts of family issues. In each scenario the 2 protagonists (husband & wife, mother & teenage child or whatever) each put their case over an issue and Judge Judy delivers her opinion at the end

5.0 out of 5 stars You are smarter than you look, February 10, 2012

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This review is from: You're Smarter Than You Look: Uncomplicating Relationships in Complicated Times (Paperback)

Excellent book, arrived in time, condition good, nothing to complain about.

Enjoyed very much reading Judge Judy cases and her piece of mind shared with all of us.