You're Smarter Than You Look: Uncomplicating Relationships in Complicated Times (Paperback)

~ Judy Sheindlin (Author, Reader)

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Product Description

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.

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 Paperbacks (August 21, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0060953764
• ISBN-13: 978-0060953768
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #257,426 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

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

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

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!!!

5.0 out of 5 stars You're smarter than you look,Judge Judy, January 17, 2010

By	Donna M. Burden - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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It was a gift for a friend who loves anything by Judge Judy, and the price was right

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars smarter than you look, November 1, 2009

By	Richard Shield (Texas) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

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I read several of Judy's books. This one was probably to make money. It was a synopsis of several cases. Since I watch them every day it was kind of a repeat.