Synopsis
Funny, judgement-free and full of brilliant first-hand advice, this empowering guide will help anyone ditch their controlling partner to find freedom and happiness.
'Will help so many learn to recognize what an abusive relationship is' – Mel B, Patron of Women's Aid
Are you forever finding yourself in the stranglehold of controlling companions? Well, fear not, because once you’ve finished reading this...
Details
03 February 2022
384 pages
9781529075946
Imprint: Bluebird
Reviews
As someone who has experienced coercive control myself, I know that speaking out is brave but so important. Maddy talks about this very serious issue in an extremely human often even funny way which I think is brilliant because it helps remove the fear and shame, and will help so many learn to recognise what an abusive relationship is.Melanie Brown ('Mel B'), Patron of Women's Aid
Maddy Anholt has written the ultimate guide to identifying the psychopath in your life. Combining scientific analysis with throat-tightening memoir, read this and extradite yourself from the power players. Taut, terrifying, terrific.Nichi Hodgson, author of The Curious History of Dating
How To Leave Your Psychopath is like sitting in a room with your girlfriends comparing relatable, crushing stories about cruel exes whilst cheerleading each other on to leave, heal, and live again.Chimene Suleyman, writer and editor of The Good Immigrant USA
I read it all in one sitting, it is brilliant! This book is so relatable, really well written and Maddy's funny and engaging approach starts serious conversations about what a healthy relationship is.Teresa Parker, Women's Aid