Review of Do You Hate the One You Love?
Posted: 05 Jun 2025, 08:11
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "Do You Hate the One You Love?" by Joan E Childs.]
Do You Hate the One You Love? by Joan E. Childs was a beautiful read all about better understanding your partner and better understanding yourself. It’s a book of strategies for healing and saving your relationship; it’s like a guide for intimacy and partnership. I rate this book 5 out of 5.
Something I really enjoyed while reading this book was how gentle and compassionate the author appeared through their writing. Joan E. Childs touches on her experience as a clinical social worker and some background of the tests she has conducted, giving the readers a feel for her expertise and professionalism. That professionalism was confirmed further as I read on; there is no harsh judgment in these pages, and the mood was understanding and reassuring. The author doesn’t act superior, which I greatly appreciate as a reader. It made this a more captivating experience, and I believe every couple could benefit from reading this book.
There is a plethora of different examples and stories in Do You Hate the One You Love?, something for everyone to relate to. I enjoyed reading the real-life accounts of some of the author’s past clients; it added a feeling of raw humanity to the book. It also helped provide a comfortable space for us readers to feel understood.
I didn’t find any spelling or grammar issues while reading, leading me to give this book a perfect score. The writing and editing were incredible!
Overall, Do You Hate the One You Love? by Joan E. Childs is a helpful guide for couples hoping to heal or save their struggling relationships. I’d recommend this to all adult couples, even the ones that aren’t struggling; there is valuable information for everyone within these pages. This book isn’t just aimed at women either! It’s a comfortable, safe space for everyone to learn something.
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Do You Hate the One You Love?
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Do You Hate the One You Love? by Joan E. Childs was a beautiful read all about better understanding your partner and better understanding yourself. It’s a book of strategies for healing and saving your relationship; it’s like a guide for intimacy and partnership. I rate this book 5 out of 5.
Something I really enjoyed while reading this book was how gentle and compassionate the author appeared through their writing. Joan E. Childs touches on her experience as a clinical social worker and some background of the tests she has conducted, giving the readers a feel for her expertise and professionalism. That professionalism was confirmed further as I read on; there is no harsh judgment in these pages, and the mood was understanding and reassuring. The author doesn’t act superior, which I greatly appreciate as a reader. It made this a more captivating experience, and I believe every couple could benefit from reading this book.
There is a plethora of different examples and stories in Do You Hate the One You Love?, something for everyone to relate to. I enjoyed reading the real-life accounts of some of the author’s past clients; it added a feeling of raw humanity to the book. It also helped provide a comfortable space for us readers to feel understood.
I didn’t find any spelling or grammar issues while reading, leading me to give this book a perfect score. The writing and editing were incredible!
Overall, Do You Hate the One You Love? by Joan E. Childs is a helpful guide for couples hoping to heal or save their struggling relationships. I’d recommend this to all adult couples, even the ones that aren’t struggling; there is valuable information for everyone within these pages. This book isn’t just aimed at women either! It’s a comfortable, safe space for everyone to learn something.
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Do You Hate the One You Love?
View: on Bookshelves