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Summary: A great guide for interacial couples
Review: A great book which lays down all the questions that need to be answered before going marrying interculturally; from the aspect of friends, in-laws, children, religion etc. Also it prepares the reader of the problems in store for them in the future. What is unique about this book is that it does not give any 'correct' answers but actually guides the reader into understanding their unique relationship.
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Summary: Essential Book for International Couples
Review: I'm an American married to a Finn and living permanently in Finland. I've always considered myself to be very insightful and sensitive towards cultural differences, but this book opened my eyes to a wealth of perspectives and realizations that I didn't know were normal or common to all marriages. Because the couples in the book are real, it makes you feel like you almost know them personally because you can identify with many of the same issues. Romano herself has experience with intercultural marriage, adding to the strength and wisdom of the book. The book successfully walks a fine line: fun and easy to read while being serious, honest without being preachy, and "down to earth"/somewhat cautious while still being optimistic. The only negative thing about this book was that it ended. The more I learned about the couples and their situations, the more I wanted to know further. I still flip through it occasionally to recall key phrases and points. I want a third edition!
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: More books should be written on the subject. I guess this area has not been studied a lot. And this book is pretty much the best thing out there on this topic.
It sure made it easy for me to decide. Very informative and well written.
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Summary: Excellent!
Review: My fiancee from Thailand (Born and raised in Thailand, educated in the states) and I (American Born Chinese) broke off our Wedding Engagement after knowing each other for 10 years since our first year in college. I wish I had read this book before I flew out to confront her this past weekend. It brings up many issues that no one else in my circle of friends or family ever dreamed of being a problem. It made me feel much better about the situation after I read all 200 pages in a day. I don't know if I am ready for another intercultural relationship or not, but I'll be better prepared if there is a next time....
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Summary: Clashing cultures
Review: Romano handles a prickly subject with much insight and tact. It's so easy to be blindsighted by romance, but the rose-colored glasses eventually have to come off. Romano's book goes a long way toward helping readers realize just what they may be getting into before they take the plunge.
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