Books matching: coercive behavior
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Save:'Breathe' by Abbi Glines is a heartwarming yet heart-wrenching story that revolves around Sadie, a strong and independent teenage girl forced into adult responsibilities due to her neglectful mother. When she takes on a summer job at the house of rockstar Jax Stone, their unexpected romance blossoms, leading to a rollercoaster of emotions and challenges. The book beautifully captures the undying dream of teenage girls to fall in love with a rockstar, while also delving into themes of responsibility, love, and sacrifice. Abbi Glines's writing style brilliantly weaves together moments of humor, sadness, and romance, making the story engaging and emotionally captivating.
This was it. Finally. The last stop on my tour. I shoved open the door to my private suite, and Kane, my bodyguard, closed it firmly behind me. The screaming on the other side of the door had only mad... - #2
Save:"Dirty Billionaire" by Meghan March is a steamy romance novel that follows the story of Holly Wix, a country girl with dreams of becoming a country music singer, and Creighton Karas, a wealthy and dominant alpha male. The plot revolves around their unexpected encounter and the intense attraction that ignites between them. Despite their differences, Holly and Creighton find themselves drawn to each other in a relationship filled with passion, humor, and secrets. The writing style of the book is described as raw, sensual, and engaging, with a mix of humor and steamy scenes that keep readers hooked from the beginning.
I hiss under my breath as I stare at the headline—and the compromising picture accompanying it—splashed in vivid color across the front page of the gossip rag displayed prominently in the checkout lin... - #3
Save:'Emotional Blackmail: When the People in Your Life Use Fear, Obligation, and Guilt to Manipulate You' by Donna Frazier and Susan Forward delves into the intricate dynamics of manipulation tactics such as fear, obligation, and guilt that are used by individuals to control and coerce others. provides insightful comments, practical advice, and extensive examples to help readers identify emotional blackmail early, establish boundaries, and effectively manage such toxic relationships. Written in an easy-to-understand style, the book offers clear explanations of the concept, variations of behavior involved, and ways to interact with others while addressing the root causes of emotional manipulation.
Emotional Blackmail explores the psychological impact of manipulation, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and responding to coercive behavior in a calm and persuasive manner. highlights the need to differentiate between allowing individuals to face the consequences of their actions and rescuing them from their own suffering, ultimately empowering readers to assert themselves and establish healthier relationships by setting boundaries and standing up against emotional blackmail.
The world of emotional blackmail is confusing. While some emotional blackmailers are clear in their threats, others may send us mixed signals, acting kindly much of the time and resorting to blackmail... - #4
Save:'Mad About You' by Mhairi McFarlane follows the story of Harriet Hayley, a successful wedding photographer who receives a surprise proposal from her long-standing boyfriend, leading her to run away and seek refuge with Cal Clarke, the groom who ditched his bride at one of her recent weddings. As Harriet navigates through her past relationships and confronts emotional abuse, the book delves into themes of toxic relationships, female solidarity, and finding genuine love amidst turmoil. McFarlane's writing style combines humor and emotional depth, portraying realistic characters dealing with serious issues in a thoughtful and engaging manner.
‘Read me the menu again would you, I’ve totally forgotten what we’re having for main course,’ Jonathan said, swinging his gleaming silver Mercedes lustily around a corner, precariously close to a dry ... - #5
Save:'Owned By The Mountain Man' in the 'Montana Mountain Men' series by Gemma Weir is a whirlwind romance between two strong characters, Huck and Cora. The plot revolves around Huck's possessive and manipulative nature towards Cora, leading to a tumultuous relationship filled with intense emotions and steamy scenes. The writing style captures the readers' attention with its ability to evoke conflicting emotions towards the characters, especially Huck, who oscillates between being loved and hated by readers due to his controlling behavior.
The sunlight bleeds through the blinds, hitting me square in the forehead and making pain stab through me like a knife through my skull. Even as memories of last night invade my thoughts, I already kn...
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