The Rules II: More Rules to Live and Love By

The Rules #2

by Ellen Fein, Sherrie Schneider

In February of 1995 The Rules was quietly published - and dating has never been the same since! Now here comes The Rules II, the book every Rules Girl has been waiting for, the book you helped write! Drawing on the most commonly asked questions from the thousands of letters and calls to The Rules hotline they received, authors Ellen Fein and Sherrie Schneider show you how to do The Rules in even the most difficult - and tempting! - situations. Here are new Rules tips for weeding out Mr. Wrong - and sorting out your own feelings; recognizing when a relationship is really a fantasy; dating a man who is separated; talking to your therapist - yes, in some cases, you can tell your therapist you're doing The Rules; dating a high-profile man or a celebrity; dating when you yourself are very wealthy/successful/famous; giving him gifts; getting him to the altar; and much more, including how The Rules apply to same-sex relationships, older women, on-line dating, long-distance relationships, getting back an ex, having office romances. How does a Rules Girl handle a long-distance relationship? An office romance? A weekend invitation from a high-profile man or celebrity? How do The Rules apply to on-line dating and personal ads? Are The Rules different for mature women? Can The Rules benefit people in same-sex relationships? Friendships? Family relationships? Can a Rules Girl date her best buddy if she's attracted to him - rekindle the flame with an ex? The Rules II answers these questions and more! The sequel to the #1 coast-to-coast bestseller that revolutionized modern dating, it was written in response to the thousands of letters and telephone calls authors Ellen Fein and Sherrie Schneiderreceived from readers doing The Rules. Packed with expanded, more detailed do's and don'ts; encouraging, stick-to-it advice; scores of new tips; and success stories from women like you; it's your latest guide to the way of life that leads to self-respect, self-esteem, and, mo

Genres: Relationships, Self Help, Nonfiction, Psychology, Love

Hardcover

First published September 1, 1997

Reviews

[Amara · Rating 3 out of 5]

Don't read this expecting actual help. Read this when you're bored out of your freaking mind getting hopped up on caffeine at a Barnes and Noble. Then laugh hysterically at the sexist bullshit this author thinks is the way to land a man. Way to perpetuate the female archetype of manipulator.

I totally rated this book the same as the first. My thoughts on it are the same. As well as the fact that I really did read it at a Barnes and Noble hopped up on too much Starbucks.

[Yamila · Rating 5 out of 5]

Everybody should read this book, single or married, male or female. It gives basic rules for romantic relationships.

[Sweetrica Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. When I was single I couldnt understand why guys would stop calling. After I read it I made that mistake a lot less. Great book if you have a hard time hooking them and keeping them.

[S S · Rating 5 out of 5]

In "The Rules II," the authors expand on their popular relationship advice book, providing additional insights and rules for women seeking love and fulfillment. Building on the principles of the original "The Rules," this sequel emphasizes the importance of self-worth, emotional strength, and setting boundaries. The authors guide readers through various aspects of dating, including navigating mixed signals, dealing with commitment issues, and maintaining healthy relationships. With a witty and relatable tone, they empower women to take charge of their love lives and create lasting connections based on respect, communication, and mutual growth.

One rule I love is not accepting a second date with a man who doesn't call you within a day of your first date. Some women might think that the man should have leeway but no. Men will tell you they didn't call within a day because they're "busy", but a man who is interested will call within a day of the first date. I went on a first date with a guy who told me he's busy and doesn't usually call a woman quickly after a first date because of his "busy" schedule. On OkCupid there are questions people can answer and one question is how soon do you call someone after a good first date and he answered that he calls right away or within a day. This shows men lie to spare your feelings. He told me he took time to call because he wasn't interested in me and wasn't going to call me again anyways (he never did). Don't listen to people who say these rules are outdated.

[Kecia · Rating 2 out of 5]

A rehash of the first book.

[Bryn]

AKA The gay Rules(tm).

[Caroline]

This book does not necessarily represent all I believe to be true about relationships, but it is a lot of fun to read out loud on a roadtrip with girlfriends!

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good but seemed unessisary.

[Ingrid · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't believe in any of this, but it's such a funny book without intending to be.

[Rita · Rating 2 out of 5]

I read this book when i was single, most for curiosity... I have to say that I am married now, but i don't think it was becouse i read the book... it was becouse I was my self.

[Steffany · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very interesting, may be it is the way to do it?

[Susan Morton · Rating 3 out of 5]

same as first one really slight changes

[Cheri · Rating 2 out of 5]

more funny than anything