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A humorous guide to relationship survival

Dating & Sex: The Complete Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook by David Borgenicht, Joshua Piven, Ben H. Winters, Chronicle Books, 416 pages, $26.
Dating & Sex
Dating & Sex: The Complete Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook

Dating & Sex: The Complete Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook by David Borgenicht, Joshua Piven, Ben H. Winters, Chronicle Books, 416 pages, $26.95

There are so many things that can go wrong on a first date and that is just the starting point in the journey that often leads from dating to sex.
The authors of the Worst-Case Scenario series have gathered all their valuable tips on this important topic and packaged it together in a handy travel sized book.
From how to fend off unwanted holiday kisses to how to have sex in small places, no topic is off limits or not targeted for some fun. Every stage of romance has its own perils and necessary skills. Some of these skills are easy to acquire like learning how to open a bottle when there is no opener around, or how to survive meeting the parents. Other skills, such as how to get into an exclusive nightclub, may be more challenging for some to master.
Topics are divided into categories with an order that could reflect a relationship’s development. Starting with defensive dating, first impressions, then on the date, from there things get more interesting with getting it on. Next are two different paths with one not going so well, It’s over (let’s be friends), wallowing, then moving on and the other route involving relationship survival skills and tying the knot.
The authors manage to maintain their trademark blend of humour and surprisingly useful information throughout the book.