Ira Robinson's When Good Relationships Go Bad reveals why some of us end up in the same miserable situations over and over again, and what concrete actions - a real step by step guide - to take in order to end this circle of events. The author goes over the root causes and working solutions of why we act in certain ways in relationships.

The book is based on scientific facts and findings, but the author wraps these truths in a more easily understandable form with the aid of metaphors and anecdotes so easy that anyone can read this book and apply its teachings in their own lives. I would have expected a bit longer page count but I guess relationship problems aren't really that complicated, especially if we just make the genuine commitment to apply the tools provided in the book.

The phrasing and grammar were not even high school quality. My friend and I could only read the first page and closed the book.

I will never understand why guys need books like this to date us women. We are not actually from another planet, although some books suggest we are. We think a little differently from men, because we have to, but we are not really all that hard to understand, or so I thought.
In this book, Williams approaches the area of dating etiquette with a friendly, light touch. He manages to relay some good advice to guys about the do's and don'ts of dating, and seems to understand the way we women think. Kudos to him for taking the time to try and get more men to understand the importance of good communication skills in a relationship. Honestly, guys, that is like, more than half the battle won if you can just communicate to us gals clearly and honestly, not tell us what you think we want to hear, or expect us to be mind readers!
I know that we can seem rather mysterious and hard to approach, but that's not true. We like dating as much as you, but there are just a few things that we do differently. This book is pretty good for guys who need a little help getting through that first part of a relationship and on to building something more. Heck, if you can't make it past the first date, the relationship is doomed, I'd say. Williams has compiled some good advice to help guys navigate the murky waters of dating a little better, and women should be grateful! If he can help the guys to improve their communication skills, they are much better candidates for a long term relationship that you both will enjoy!
I like the way the author addresses various dating scenarios and the nuances of the various communication skills needed in each one. No relationship or situation is a `one size fits all' so each guy's dating skills should be tailored to the time and place, and of course, person. I also liked the way the author kept the tone lighthearted but still managed to get his point across. He seems to understand that we ladies are a little more complicated than most men realize, but we are not all that hard to please if you know which things to try!
I felt the book could have benefitted from more of an actual woman's perspective, although I understand that it is aimed mostly at guys. It seems like good advice to me, and not really just for dating. If more men bothered to learn proper communication skills, relationships at the office and in marriages would definitely improve, and both men and women would benefit. As for improving dating skills, well, I would say that practice makes perfect, so go ahead and ask someone out already!