Amazon Customer: Book was okay - wasn’t as good as I had hoped. I liked some of the verses and advice provided. But a lot of the material wasn’t what I had been hoping for. That’s why I chose a lower rating. There is a lot of biblical material so it was helpful in other areas of my life even if it didn’t directly relate to my current situation with my mother in law.
Canada on Dec 06, 2017
Stacey A: I bought this book shortly after I got married because of problems with my mother-in-law. There are a lot of things in this book that just seemed silly to me (and maybe that was the point). But there were a few things that have really stuck with me. The most impactful being the breakdown of the story of Ruth in Namoi. The author pointed out things about the two women that I had never noticed before. I had been reading this story over and over trying to figure out how to have a relationship like these two women. I had never before realized how many obstacles they had to overcome to get there.
As you read this book, take all the silly squabbles with a grain of salt. Put your focus on the solutions and Biblical principles that are shared in this book.
United States on Aug 29, 2015
Brooke: This book about in-laws encouraged and helped me. Written by a Christian psychologist I got to see just how common the problems of
in laws are with newly weds and visa versa. As a result I don't feel so alone. Until I got to be an in-law, I did not expect to have such problems merging two backgrounds. (never mind all the mother in law jokes I heard before, I didn't think there could be such problems). I am delighted that the book offers positive constructive suggestions how to overcome the real problems of losing a son or daughter to another family. The changes that involves on both sides can get complicated, create conflict, and can go on for a long time unless understood and worked through. Though not easy and involves lots of work (practical application of the principles shared) I finished the book with some hope that it is indeed possible to love the same man and still get along!! (not easy though).
United States on Jul 04, 2015
ANTONIOA: What an excellent piece of real life writing. Touches all aspects. Shows that we are imperfect, but His grace is sufficient.
Will definitely recommend and give as gifts in future.
United Kingdom on Oct 12, 2014
Gonefishng: This was hard read for me because I am one of those mother-in-laws who does not have a great relationship with their daughter-in-law. As much as I wanted us to be close, over time my daughter-in-law became very controlling and found ways to isolate my son and granddaughter from our family. I know I can't change her, so I pray for them and hope in time maturity will bring them to a new understanding. I bought this book to try to find new ways of looking at our relationship to overcome the resentment I was feeling and strategies that might help us accept our differences. My ultimate goal is to find a way to bring us back together as a family. The old adage is true - a daughter is a daughter the rest of her life, a son is a son until he takes a wife. If your desire is to maintain a healthy relationship with your son after he gets married you must learn how to make things work with your daughter-in-law. This book is a great start and would highly recommend both mother and daughter-in-law read it together as a first step toward honoring and celebrating the new family.
United States on Jun 02, 2014
N. Trick: This book can remind you of what you already know, but please don't look for new insight.
Germany on Jun 21, 2009
Momof2: yes, it has biblical references but i don't think it interferes w/ the points that the writer tries to make. it's great because it gives insight into what your mother-in-law might be thinking/feeling and why and therefore gives you a better understanding of their actions, but it does a really good job of identifying or empathizing with your own feelings and needs. the book doesn't take sides and is non-offensive so its a book you can actually give to your mother-in-law to read in order to get a better understanding of where YOU stand and how to act accordingly. Again, some references are biblical but often can apply to anyone. ie. "He who opens his mouth less is wise" referring to "the less advice/suggestions you shell out voluntarily, the more likely your advice will be heeded". Still reading it but finding it helpful so far.
United States on Aug 27, 2008
| How Can a Man Be Loved By Two Women and Maintain a Peaceful Relationship? The Mother-in-Law Dance | Jessica Redland and the Hedgehog Hollow Team Create Three-Year Strategies | Heather Atkinson's Unauthorized Story Continues in Bad Blood, Book 2 | |
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| Sale off | $3 OFF | ||
| Total Reviews | 8 reviews | 228 reviews | 44 reviews |
| Christian Marriage (Books) | Christian Marriage | ||
| Item Weight | 6.6 ounces | 1.33 pounds | 3.52 ounces |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4/5 stars of 233 ratings | 4.5/5 stars of 6,858 ratings | 4.5/5 stars of 2,155 ratings |
| Best Sellers Rank | #17 in Extended Families#448 in Christian Marriage #977 in Christian Women's Issues | ||
| Publisher | Harvest House Publishers | Boldwood Books Ltd | |
| Dimensions | 5.34 x 0.47 x 8.02 inches | 6 x 1.06 x 9 inches | 6 x 1 x 9 inches |
| Extended Families | Extended Families | ||
| Christian Women's Issues | Christian Women's Issues | ||
| Paperback | 192 pages | ||
| ISBN-10 | 0736914560 | 1801625182 | 1801629021 |
| Language | English | English | English |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0736914567 | 978-1801625180 | 978-1801629027 |
United States on Sep 07, 2023