The Breakup Repair Kit: How to Heal Your Broken Heart Paperback – January 15, 2004

Im buying this for a friend now who went through a horrible breakup. I have sent this book to a couple of other girlfriends throughout the years too. I originally bought it at a bookstore after my big breakup and it helped me a lot. It’s therapeutic, funny, cute, and helps you care for yourself.

I bought this book a few years ago and didn’t get around to reading it until my recent breakup. Omg. Lamest book I have ever read, no help, and so many ridiculous tips. Wish I would have returned it years ago. Now it goes in the trash.

This is a cute, upbeat book that encourages women to embrace the grief they feel after a break up and to take care of themselves. It takes a very self-help approach to healing instead of the "men suck" strategy. It may not handle the worst types of grief, but it is a quick and refreshing read.

This book seemed like it was going to start off good, but it is soooooo bad. Besides the grammar and spelling being atrocious (at least in the iBook version), the advice was something I would expect from high school girls. This book is not for serious adults...heck...it’s even worse for teenagers. Buy “The Wisdom of a Broken Heart” instead.

Imagine that you have the best girlfriend in the world. And now imagine that she knows exactly what to say to help you feel better.That's what this book did for me. While some people have written reviews that the book is too superficial, I assure you that is not the case. I just got out of a horrible, emotionally abusive relationship in which my ex not only broke my heart, but also our lease, leaving me responsible for all rent and utilities. I have read other books, but this one cuts a bit deeper, because somehow these women know all the right things to say.This book is inspirational, not "fluffy." It does not tell one to go out and eat ice cream to feel better (in fact, there are several pages wherein the authors suggest drinking lots of water and eating healthy, saying that you must treat yourself well when going through a difficult time). It does, however, give helpful suggestions for getting through the various stages of loss, ideas on ways to gain back your independence, and advice on how to learn from past relationships to become a stronger person.Its lighthearted tone is perfect for someone getting over a breakup. Yes, breakups are messy. Yes, breakups hurt. Yes, breakups take a looooong time to get over. But if you really, *REALLY* want to recover, don't let yourself be defined by the gloom and doom of a broken heart. Instead, curl up with this book, drink a glass of water, and take care of yourself. If I can do it, anyone can!!!

i'm not sure what i was thinking when i bought this. i was suffering from a bad breakup with my girlfriend and had just started looking at "breakup books." well, the pink cover should have told me this wasn't a good buy for guys!! it's written by two best girl friends, and it is estrogen-packed... i did find a bit of helpful advice in there, but most of it is of the fluffy, "eat a lot of ice cream" variety. well, my breakup isn't fun and fluffy, it's dark, depressing and horrible. i could be wrong, but i suggest if a book as light-hearted as this can get you through your breakup, your relationship wasn't that serious anyway. i'm going to read "how to heal a broken heart in 30 days." it looks like a great book and more in-depth than this.

I love this book! I wish it had been written years ago because it could have helped me get thru many other breakups, not just the one I endured a few months ago. Like so many other reviewers, I referred to certain sections over and over when I had a bad day or was going thru a hard time. On more than one occasion, little words of inspiration truly helped me survive the day. There is so much comforting, nurturing advice contained in the little pink book. It tells ya the kind of stuff you wish your friends were telling you. The authors are so open and vulnerable and sincere. They are the kind of girlies that you would want as friends because they relate breakup pain with their own experiences. I truly felt comforted and relieved to know that I wasn't the only one who felt this way or worried that I'd end up all alone someday. This book comforted me more than any friend could. I'm unfortunately going thru another breakup now and I am referring to it again to endure and come out okay. I'm so glad this book was written. It's been a lifesaver. Thank you Marni and Janice!

When I first found this book, I had just broken up with someone. It can be really tough to move on with life sometimes, and forget about the jerk who put you down in the first place. This book helped me put one foot in front of the other one step at a time.The best part is the authors have been there, done that and put everything into a personal perspective, breaking down the entire book chapter by chapter with hints and ideas, (even web addresses!) to help you get back on your feet once again.Once I was finished with this book, I even passed it on to my best friend who was in need of some breakup advice.