The Thinking Girl's Guide to the Right Guy ─ How Knowing Yourself Can Help You Navigate Dating, Hookups, and Love

Why can't I get a guy to like me? Should I hook up with him? Will he ever text me back? While young women today are more savvy and independent than ever, most still want a partner--someone to share a romance with, or maybe even a lifetime. But all too often, their relationships crash and burn after a few dates or encounters. This empowering guide shows women how to shift focus, so instead of trying to be whathe wants, they can figure out what they need to be happy and fulfilled--and whether he has what it takes. Vivid, realistic stories of diverse women in their 20s are interwoven with self-assessment questions, science-based exercises, instructive checklists (that purchasers can download and print), and expert advice designed to help women build confidence and achieve their goals. An exciting, caring, and respectful relationshipis possible--here's how to take control and make it happen.

Joanne Davila, PhD, is Professor of Psychology at Stony Brook University, a clinical psychologist in private practice, and an internationally known expert on young women's romantic relationships. She lives in Stony Brook, New York, with her partner.

Kaycee Lashman is an organizational change specialist who focuses on relationship dynamics within companies. Married with two children, she lives in Vancouver, Canada.