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Apr 07, 2009

Kathrynn rated it:

A quick, easy read that wasn't as funny as I thought it was going to be. Mr. Harvey gives straight, common sense advice about men that could be used by teenage girls just beginning the dating cycle to women married/divorced with kids. Several of his examples are with divorced women with kids: when to introduce your kids to the man you are dating; if a man is truly interested in a long-term relationship he will make an effort to include your kids on dates, etc.

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Oct 30, 2011

Judith rated it:

Act Like a Lady, Think Like a Man by comedian, Steve Harvey, is as simple as the title. Moreover, Harvey insists all men are simple, like him. Also, all women are complicated, nurturing, irrational beings, or if not, they should fake it so they can get a good man. According to this book, whenever a “real man” chats with a woman it is because he wants to sleep with her. Mr. Harvey compares dating to sport fishing: a woman who is too easy is a “throwback,” not a “keeper.” So, ladies, if you want More...

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Feb 28, 2010

Kendra rated it:

Emily recommended this and I thought it was a fun and fast read with some good practical, old school advice. I didn't agree with every thing he said, but then, I'm a woman and he is advising me to think like a man.

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Mar 03, 2009

Kristen rated it:

I saw this book being promoted on "Oprah" one afternoon (rarity, since I typically work until 5) and thought he made a lot of sense. So, I picked the book up and within 2 days I read it cover to cover. Excellent. I recommend it for any woman struggling with relationships with men. It brought a lot of clarity to what I have been going through and made me realize what to look for in men.

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May 16, 2011

Kwenadi added it

Oh God, it is a nice book.Words cant explain enough what leason i have learnt from this book.Thank you Steve for helping us.This book is a must read for every one who needs a good relationship.
And a big thatnx to my best friend who bought it for me.U are the best........................

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Feb 04, 2009

Cydney rated it:

This book was right on time. Steve gives insight into the male mind and why guys do what they do. He cuts to the chase and informs females what to do to if you want to be a keeper. The book also allows you to realize the good traits that your guy has which helps you feel you're on the right track; other tidbits give you an idea of which areas of your relationship needs work. Overall, very good relationship advice novel that will give women info that they already know, but also good tips that the More...

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Mar 30, 2009

Heather rated it:

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Mar 13, 2009

Robin rated it:

The best thing about this book was that when men saw me reading it, they would get ALL KINDS of bent outta shape. Seriously. I mean, they took it personally. That only made me want to get through it faster to see what the hell Steve was telling because men were nervous.

The first part of this book reads like a relationship manual from 1950. I understand where he's coming from, but I couldn't relate. My mind doesn't work that way. A friend of mine agreed that it did sound a More...

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Jan 11, 2012

Lina rated it:

It give alot of insight look in Man World..

what catch me really when he confess this:
"Of course, I’ve heard women say, “I’m not going to belittle myself to make him feel more like a man—if he can’t handle my money and my success and my independence, then he can’t handle me!” We understand and can handle strong women. In fact, we’re the products of strong women—women who “handle it.” It’s no secret that you allow us men to believe we’re the
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Sep 27, 2011

Laura rated it:

My friend recommended this book and I read this book within 3 days. Steve Harvey gives so much insight into what men really think. He had great examples for every single woman no matter what age you are. He had some great examples on why men cheat and what men expect from woman, but most of all he explained how we women have to demand respect and lay down rules to the man we want to share our life with. My favorite portion of the book was when he said women always think that when a man looks at More...

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Aug 18, 2011

Jill rated it:

Summary: Men are simple creatures. If they like you and are serious about being in a relationship with you they will do these three things: 1) Profess (give you a title, such as "girlfriend") 2) Provide (buy dinner; fix things around the house) 3) Protect.

The three things men are looking for in a woman: 1) Support 2) Loyalty 3) "The Cookie" (yes, it means what you think it means)

Five questions a woman should always ask a man to determine whether he's a More...

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Jul 30, 2011

K.augustine added it

I really enjoyed this humorous and insightful book. I learned a few new things but mostly it just reiterated what I already knew and reminded me to stick to my guns, to keep asking questions, to put my foot down when I have to, to know when to walk away, and most importantly set and stick to my own standards. (A lot of women KNOW what to do, but just don't do it. . .) This is a very basic book that anyone should be able to understand and implement into their lives. I highly recommend it to every More...

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May 23, 2011

Kawthar rated it:

I expected more from this book, but I found it chatty and almost doesn't bring anything new. Steve Harvey explains in this book to women how they should act and think to have a good relationship. It wasn't useful for me because it's mainly about dating. For the first time I caught myself thanking God of the arranged marriage we have. At least we know the dude is serious about it!

Harvey claims that men are so busy to give you their attention and time until they find out three thing More...

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May 10, 2011

Mike rated it:

Ada tiga topik yang dibahas oleh Steve Harvey :

Cara berpikir pria
Mengapa pria melakukannya!
Bagaimana menaklukan pria anda, suami anda, atau pacar anda.

Bagi saya, tidak ada buku yang mengalahkan bukunya John Gray, Man Are From Mars, Woman Are From Venus dalam soal hubungan laki – laki dan perempuan. Lupakan semua buku – buku lainnya. Cukup beli satu buku itu saja maka anda akan menjadi ahli tentang hubungan pria dan wanita !

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May 02, 2011

Christina added it

I started reading this book after my sister randomly lent it to me... I think she believes I need help with this particular field. She'd be right, of course, but it's hard to accept how completed clueless I am.

I have to say that it's an interesting insight into one particular type of man in one particular type of relationship, with a few pointers from a small group of other people to give it variety. But what he's really talking about is his own life - his own culture and situation. A More...

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Feb 28, 2011

Monica rated it:

This book has been sitting on my TBR pile for about a year and I decided to read this book now for a few reasons. One of the reasons is I had seen Steve Harvey on the Dr. Phil Show promoting this very book. Reason number 2 is with the problems I am currently having in my marriage I thought this book could possibly enlighten me about men. Now you know there is a third reason, always a third reason. The third reason is because I had read Maria Bastillo's book Act Like a Gentleman, Think Like a More...

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Feb 05, 2011

Ceej rated it:

I was half way through the book when I got the crux of the whole thing. A woman doesn't need to think like a man. She just needs to be prepared to make a man do the things he's supposed to do instinctively. Single women are supposed to correct the bad habits men have cultivated. Basically rearing someone's adult child. Steve is right in that men are truly simple. Steve is not right in that women don't demand men PROFESS, PROTECT and PROVIDE. What Steve glosses over and doesn't really addr More...

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Nov 29, 2010

Reeka rated it:

Ok so, I definitely have mixed feelings about this book. On one hand, I admire the fact that Steve Harvey gives it to you straight and without a TRACE of subtlety (or sugar-coating if you will), the reasons why the majority of men ARE the way they are, and why we, as women, are unknowingly encouraging them to continue bad habits. He made some very valid points, though I felt that many of them should ALREADY be obvious to woman everywhere (i.e. set standards for yourself, RESPECT yourself in orde More...

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Oct 06, 2009

Bookscmc rated it:

I couldn't resist this book when I stumbled upon it at the store only hours ago, and I read it page by page without stopping.

This book has great advice and suggestions for women who are struggling with dating and relationships. I have experienced a lot of what was mentioned in this book.

Mr. Harvey is open, straight-forward and blunt in this book which was refreshing and to the point. I prefer this sort of honesty and no holding back.

I recommend this book f More...

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Jul 16, 2009

Suzanne rated it:

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Jun 08, 2009

Marilyn rated it:

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May 23, 2009

liz rated it:

Well, look at you, Steve Harvey! I never would have guessed you've got so much common sense, back to basics, and regrettably underestimated (until now) advice on how straight people get along! Basic ideas: (1) Men are simple, predictable, express love differently from how women do, and really just want to be loved and validated by a fantastic woman. (2) Here is what a good man is. (3) Here is how you find one. With chapters like "Men Respect Standards--Get Some" and "If He's Me More...

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Apr 28, 2009

Deborah rated it:

This book was a quick read. Took me only about 2 days. He does make some valid points about how men differ from women and in my relationships I have found some of them to be true. For example when he states that men do not like to get into in depth discussions. This is true. Men are problem solvers. If you give them a problem they answer with a solution, whereas women like to vent, express their feelings and mull things over. Men do not do this. Guys are like, Here is the solution/answer, run wi More...

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Apr 17, 2009

Monie rated it:

Comedian Steve Harvey of the nationally syndicated Steve Harvey Morning Show shares with us his ideas on how a woman can catch and keep a man. He gives us a heads up (in case we didn't already know this) that most men are out for one thing only. There are tips on how spot a mama's boy, how to train your man and even answers the questions you've always wanted to ask a man but never did.

I enjoyed this book much more than I thought I would. A lot of woman who've read this book have bee More...

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Apr 30, 2009

Shanta rated it:

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Mar 13, 2009

Hope rated it:

So I Steve Harvey was on Oprah about 2 Fridays ago to promote the book. 1. I think Steve is pretty funny and 2. If Oprah recommends it there's a least a 50% chance I'll try it. So, when I downloaded the Kindle app for my iPod Touch I needed a book to test...this was at the top of the list and the rest is history. The book was ok. I think most of it should be common sense, but I know it's not for lots of people. I would suggest single ladies having trouble finding/keeping love at least browse thr More...

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Sep 13, 2011

Mckayla rated it:

I found some of the information to be very empowering for women. Someone to say you need to wait to have sex is a good thing. Don't sell yourself short. Also to state to your man what you want and feel is helpful. How many times is someone going to have to say I can't read your mind so how can you read mine? The only thing I had a problem with was towards the end. Steve stated that it helps to show some appreciation for your man when he stayed home and watched the kids. Why should a woman More...

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Mar 27, 2009

Dasham rated it:

So as a man I can tell you that this book is definitely on point. Steve Harvey has written a book that is part Father/Daughter advice and part therapist's advice from a relationship O.G. What you will get from this book is #1 an understanding of MEN and what MOTIVATES us, MATTERS to us, MAKES US FEEL LIKE MEN. If you don't understand Men you won't understand how to RELATE to Men and get what YOU WANT from us. As Steve points out...Men are really simple creatures. Women are the more complicated o More...

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Nov 19, 2010

amy rated it:

Contains some good advice (aside from the football analogy on page 5... might be be helpful to try to get inside the head of your intended audience--and my brain certainly doesn't have a football section).

At this point in my life, he's largely preaching to the choir-- except, strangely enough, about the parts pertaining to finding a man that goes to church. It was very difficult indeed to accept the fact that he considers himself a God-fearing individual and yet STILL stepped out on hi More...

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Nov 25, 2010

Charissa rated it:

I've been reading this almost simultaneously with Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus and if I had to choose I would say this is definitely a more enjoyable read. There are many things Harvey says in this book that coincide with the other, but Harvey takes a more personable, less clinical approach. Reading Men are from Mars... is like speaking with a therapist while this is like talking with a guy friend. Both books have been informative, this one is just more informal. What I liked most abo More...

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