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I'm extremely disappointed with this book, which purported to highlight the struggles men face in relationships. Instead, it delivered a disjointed and confusing narrative that failed to provide any meaningful insights.

One particular story that left a sour taste in my mouth was about a guy who is dating a girl. He constantly lies to her and cheats on her, and she catches him multiple times, but she stays with him until the final straw. She follows him to another city, where he claims to be going for business, but it's actually to meet his sugar mummy.

I'm confused - how is the lady the toxic one in this story? What does that have to do with anything about the book? Why is this story even in this book? It didn't make sense to me then, and it still doesn't. I'm officially cringing just thinking about it.

Another story that bothered me was about a couple whose relationship began with rape. The victim bears a child for her rapist, and he eventually decides to marry her. However, she can't shake off the traumatic circumstances that led to their marriage, and their home becomes toxic and disjointed. What's appalling is that instead of taking accountability, apologizing, and seeking counseling, the rapist decides to abandon his wife and take their son with him, claiming she's "mad". This storyline was not only infuriating but also triggering.

The writing style was another major letdown, with some scenes feeling like they were written in a sloppy, sensationalized manner. The lack of attention to detail and careless plotting made it difficult to become invested.

Overall,I would not recommend this book to anyone looking for a thoughtful, well-written exploration of relationships. It's a disappointing and frustrating read that fails to deliver on its promises.