http://blogcritics.org/ A sinister cabal of superior bloggers on music, books, film, popular culture, politics, and technology - updated continuously. en Copyright 2005-2007 by the authors Tue, 27 May 2008 12:24:04 EDT http://backend.userland.com/rss Blogcritics.org custom software http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-721363 I thought the reviewer's comments were 'right on'. It is difficult for the older generation of women to grasp the reality of the scenarios in this book; I found the rapid ascent of Roberta in the corporate world astounding, but I felt the character of Roberta was very believable. Those who criticize Roberta's acceptance of John's many faults should re-read P.90: "John became my mission and I was convinced that this was God's plan for me." Roberta was always a fixer! 721363@blogcritics.org Tue, 27 May 2008 12:24:04 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-721362 I thought the reviewer's comments were 'right on'. It is difficult for the older generation of women to grasp the reality of the scenarios in this book; I found the rapid ascent of Roberta in the corporate world astounding, but I felt the character of Roberta was very believable. Those who criticize Roberta's acceptance of John's many faults should re-read P.90: "John became my mission and I was convinced that this was God's plan for me." Roberta was always a fixer! 721362@blogcritics.org Tue, 27 May 2008 12:22:22 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-706071 This book is a wonderful read. A person, of success, can get caught up in this money trap.The trappings of wealth and love lure a successful emotional person into the web of destruction. The book is not easy to put down. I highly recommend it. 706071@blogcritics.org Sun, 30 Mar 2008 13:05:00 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-705560 I don't understnd how Roberta, supposedly a very smart & savvy gal, was blinded by the many 'red flags' about her husband! I mean, she was either in denial or inwardly made a pact with the devil: live a wealthy/easy life and just pay the price in the end. Frankly I can't stand how she's portrayed as "strong" woman yet in reality she represents weakness. Not a role model for me, that's for sure 705560@blogcritics.org Thu, 27 Mar 2008 17:14:56 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-705429 I cried when I read this book!!!! I completely related to Roberta. I too gave up my career for the man I loved. Turned out I married a jerk who did not appreciate my contributions to our marriage, divorced me when he met someone else and fought me for every penny. This could have been my story. It's not easy for women - we have to balance love and career. We can't win!!! Thanks for writing this book 705429@blogcritics.org Wed, 26 Mar 2008 21:56:29 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-705312 I just loved the book...I felt like I made a friend in Roberta...She is a very strong women and I respected her so much. My heart broke and mended again at the end when she picked up the pieces and made a life for herself. This book is a winner for all women in the work force. Also good for men as well, lessons to be learned. Great Book! Carin Puglisi 705312@blogcritics.org Wed, 26 Mar 2008 11:38:53 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-705197 FOR Anna, I respect your opinion and the book seeks to begin a dialogue about that very topic and why women, still today, finds themselves in the same postion. Who could look at Silva Spitzer and not feel for the sacrifices she made giving up her successful law career to enhance her husband's positon. She made THAT her career and she did a stellar job. Yet in spite of her efforts, his demise is likely. Like Roberta, the protagonist in "Confessions of a Corporate Slut", she will likely own her part in that as well. It is my hope that women in their twenties can take something positive away from the book - remember who you are. 705197@blogcritics.org Tue, 25 Mar 2008 18:01:33 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-705151 I have read Confessions of a Corporate Slut and loved it. It talks about the intellectual property that Roberta brought to her marraige and shared with her husband and his business. She went into the marraige because she was in love but never dreaming that she might loose herself in the process. I think it is a word of caution to women young and old. It is beautifully written. 705151@blogcritics.org Tue, 25 Mar 2008 16:37:15 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-705102 Women in their 20s may not understand the yearning for family and belonging that those in their thirties experience. It sounds as though Roberta, a talented and clever career woman just changed careers. Instead of her own business, she chose to be an asset to the well being of the family business and a helpmate to her husband as well. Isn't that what our mothers and grandmothers wanted: to have it all? The problem is not that she chose to help the family business by offering support and expertise, but that she chose to marry a selfish and manipulative man. What an interesting conversation. It's a must read! 705102@blogcritics.org Tue, 25 Mar 2008 10:54:59 EDT http://blogcritics.org/archives/2008/03/24/141615.php#comment-705014 Based on your description, I wouldn't recommend this book to any woman. Giving up a successful career for some man? Hell no! My mothers and grandmothers fought long and hard to make sure I could have a successful career, and it's a pity that this author has chosen to disrespect them in this way. 705014@blogcritics.org Mon, 24 Mar 2008 23:46:59 EDT