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Finally, a Book for Adult Children of Divorce–
Written by an Adult Child of Divorce.

One of the hardest truths about divorc... read full description

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Sep 11, 2009
This has a good balance of practical and personal information. However, it's written from the perspective that "Christianity is the only faith in which God -- or any divine force -- reaches out to us, accepts us as we are, and then enables us to improve our lives as a result of His work in us." I'm an agnostic myself, and I find that there is useful material in this book -- however, I can see how a non-Christian might find that perspective to be something they couldn't get past while More...
Jan 21, 2012
Alex rated it: 5 of 5 stars
Everyone needs to read this book. If you are a child of divorce (no matter how old you were when your parents split), this book brings incredibly healing and a sense of solidarity in a time when you feel absolutely alone. So many times I felt like Jen Abbas was inside of my head, speaking to all of the issues I've been dealing with. And secondly, if you know someone who has come from a divorced home (and with the divorce rate in this country, that means you have to know at least ONE person), thi More...
Feb 12, 2008
Joe rated it: 3 of 5 stars
I enjoyed this book; however, I feel that the religious and spiritual aspects wer very overstated and often took away from the subject matter. While I certainly understand the unique connection between healing and spirituality, I was hoping to develop a connection with the author that, despite my personal faith, was never realized.
Dec 16, 2007
Rachael rated it: 1 of 5 stars
It has it's good points, I suppose. But, I can't buy the whole "staying togehter for the kids sake."I can't speak for all children of divorce but I know I would NOT be better off if my parents stayed together.
Jul 17, 2010
Hartati rated it: 4 of 5 stars
Jen wrote about her own experience. Really good book.
Jan 26, 2012
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