This is one of those rare books that is written by a real couple telling their own personal story in dealing with affairs. I particularly value this kind of personal sharing because it's precisely what James and I did back in 1980 when we wrote our first book describing our own personal journey in dealing with his affairs.

In this instance (as with most of us who "go public"), Gary and Mona were motivated to come forward about their experience so that other couples could know there is hope, that marriages can and do heal. They use their story to show how couples can learn to move beyond crisis to a place where they can renew their hope, rebuild their trust, and ultimately, restore their marriages.

Gary and Mona each share, from their own perspectives, the impact of the affairs on their family, the strength they found in their faith, what it takes to endure, the importance of communication and forgiveness, and so much more.

Speaking of their "faith"...  readers need to be aware that their approach (and the focus of this book) is from a strongly Christian framework. They use scripture throughout the book, and all their advice/support is Biblically based. So if this fits for you, this is an excellent resource.

For those who prefer a book not so clearly based on this approach, see my review of another book by a couple who also dealt with affairs and have written about their experience: My Husband's Affair Became the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me.