Belinda Luscombe

Marriageology was such a fascinating read on marriage and long term relationships. Luscombe's writing was approachable with the perfect mix of scientific research, personal stories, and advice. I found myself nodding along so many times with her anecdotes regarding her own marriage history. She shares a wonderful perspective that is relatable yet also hopeful. Her ability to share the hardships of some of the biggest stumbling blocks of marriage was super accessible.

She points out the 6 major "fault lines" that can fracture a marriage and how to navigate them personally and as a couple. Like many non-fiction books, certain chapters stood out to me more and I especially connected with the commentary and research she shared in the parenting section, it was spot on. I also am so happy she talked about how helpful therapy can be, and not just at times of serious distress but also as a regular practice.

I learned so much from this book and I highly recommend it for anyone that is navigating a long term relationship. Thank you to NetGalley and Random House Publishing for a copy of this book. All opinions are my own.… (más)

3.5. Marriage and family writer Belinda Luscombe investigates the six F's of staying together: Familiarity, Fighting, Finances, Fooling Around, Family, and Finding Help. With humor, she humanizes the reasons for marital failure and normalizes common frustrations within committed couples. I listened to the audiobook, but to glean more information, I suggest reading a physical copy. This book would make a great wedding gift for newly married couples. Note: It mostly discusses heterosexual relationships.… (más)