Book Review: The Dealbreaker by Dr. Bethany Marshall
Okay, ladies—if you’ve ever stayed in a relationship way longer than you should have (we’ve all been there), The Dealbreaker by Dr. Bethany Marshall is the wake-up call you didn’t know you needed. This isn’t one of those books that just tells you how to “get the guy.” Nope. This one is all about spotting red flags early, knowing when to cut your losses, and actually putting yourself first for once.
What I love about this book? It’s not just for single women. Even if you’re deep in a relationship, The Dealbreaker makes you ask the hard questions—like, Is my man actually good for me, or am I just emotionally attached to potential? Dr. Marshall breaks down the different types of men who will waste your time (emotionally unavailable, breadcrumbing, just straight-up toxic) and why women keep falling for them. Spoiler alert: we’re not crazy; we’re just conditioned to be patient and hope men change (news flash: they usually don’t).
What makes this book hit different is that it’s not about hating men—it’s about loving yourself enough to stop settling for the bare minimum. If you’ve ever had that nagging feeling that something’s off in your relationship but you keep pushing it down, this book will slap you with the truth. Trust me, you’ll never look at “potential” the same way again.