The real value of this book is that it empowers the reader with knowledge

Latus has a spare, economical style, softened by an undercurrent of humour and marked by a total absence of self-pity ... Unforgettable, unsentimental and profoundly affecting ... resonates long after the final page is turned

A haunting story of abuse at the hands of the men in their lives. Latus writes here to save the lives of women like her sister and herself, so desperate for love that they'll pay any price for it. An honest, unsparing look at the deadly erosion of self-worth

A heartbreaking look at domestic violence

Riveting ... you won't want to put this look at the dark side of male-female relationships down

Unfolds like a gripping novel, getting at the brutal heart of darkness that underscores domestic violence

Heartbreakingly honest

There are no heroes here - just real people whose bravely told stories could save lives

Chilling

Gripping

Powerful

sounds like a spoof of French Women Don't Get Fatbut it's serious one-upmanship...the diet book fad sweeping Australia

Moriyama's book is a compelling wake-up call

Brimming with easy recipes and lifestyle tips