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5 Stars *****  "One of the Better Books I’ve Read on the Topic"

Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2020

Narcissism is certainly a big topic in the self-help circles these days. I have read and reviewed a number of books about it, typically about the relationship between male narcissists and female empaths. Out of all the books I've read, this is one of the better ones. You can tell the author has been-there, done-that, and she comes across as having a lot of compassion for the female reader who may suffer from narcissistic abuse at the hands of her male partner. The book starts like most of them do, with a description of NPD, narcissistic personality disorder. But the author added shadings I haven't seen in other books. As she discussed the distinct types, she looked into why that particular type of narcissism is apt to spring up. She briefly touches on empaths, but it is not the big focus of the book as it so often is. One thing I really liked was her discussions of the stages of a typical narcissistic relationship; I don't think I've seen that in any other book on this topic. She even has a chapter that leads the reader through how to assert themselves in such relationships and whether to choose to stay in such a relationship or leave it. Most books on this topic only really talk about the woman leaving. I think it's good that the author is so open-minded about what her readers might want to do in their individual cases. Of course, she does have information about how to make the break. In most parts of the book, she does offer strategies about how to push back or cope with a situation. Much of the book is action oriented, with deep but practical insights about what to do. If you feel you may be in a narcissistic relationship, this book could be very helpful to help you fully understand what it is about and what you might want to do about it.

 5 Stars *****   "A really really good book on narcissistic relationships"

Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2020

I really, really like this book. Easy to read and understand. Very practical information, helps, lists and summaries abound.
It was obvious to me reading each page that Eva Jenssen has lots of experience with this topic and has come out the other side with a big heart of compassion for and a desire to help anyone in a relationship with a narcissist. It’s is a thorough look at the part the narcissist and the victims play in such a relationship and the honest truth about how to either live with it or leave it. I have dear friends in the midst of narcissistic marriages and family members that bully the rest of us rather than work through their own pain and loss. This book is a wonderful addition to my library. I am so grateful to have received a free advance copy for my honest review.

 4 Stars *****  "A practical guide to tame a narcissist"

Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2020

In my life, I’ve run across a few types of narcissists, past and present, and thanks to the easy going narrative of Eva Jenssen‘s book, I’m now also able to recognize the nuances of the disorder and how to understand and deal with the affected persons.
Reading this work was very pleasant. The introduction is exceedingly kind and friendly. I was taken in with the myth of Narcissus who reminds me of many a fellow working out at the gym.
Since this book is primarily about a man and a woman, and the man is a narcissist, I was curious if the times of intimacy would be analyzed and to what degree. People who are in a relationship with a narcissist may want to compare. It’s in the intimate behavior that one recognizes the weaknesses of the narcissist. This provides the empath with useful confidence for the relationship at large. I know from experience.