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Craig Newman looks at how abuse takes hold between partners. He shows how a fast, strong bond can turn harmful. This self-help guide is for those who face abuse. It also helps those who have left and seek to heal. Tasks and examples help readers spot patterns that cause harm.

The book has three parts. The first looks at abuse and why people grow attached to it. It shows how abuse can shape what seems real. Some partners use insults or looks to control others. They may also mix love with hate.

The second part deals with how to leave and stay apart. It helps readers work through their story and face their feelings. Chapters cover fear, a sense of duty, guilt, and shame.

The last part looks at self-worth and life after abuse. It covers how to meet one's needs and treat oneself with care. It also looks at trust and letting go. It asks what happens when love comes into one's life again. The goal is to help readers avoid a new cycle of abuse.

Newman draws on his own life with a harmful partner. He is a clinical psychologist. He has worked as a therapist and coach. His doctoral background covers clinical psychology, behavioural economics, and addiction. He also created the self-help programme Get Out, Get Love (GOGL). Mihaela Olinescu made this translation from English.