This book was a great comfort to me, as a woman with a master’s degree & a professional career, with an educated/professional husband, who found herself in an abusive relationship. Possibly partially due to mental illness, in my case, but with a partner who refused treatment, & denied a problem. I was embarrassed to admit what was happening in my home. This book was helpful, along with others (such as by author Lundy Bancroft), to help me understand my own situation, to feel less alone, & to feel empowered. Thank you.