The Four Man Plan: A Romantic Science

by Cindy Lu

Book Overview

Are you Fabulous and Single? Very, Very Single? Do you secretly suspect that you suck at love? Author and actress Cindy Lu knew for a long time that she sucked at love. For years, she dated one wrong... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0767928571
• ISBN13: 9780767928571
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: Broadway Books
• Length: 211 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.2" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

Buy it now, thank me later

This book hit the mark with me. I picked it up by complete chance, and it made so much sense. It is funny and entertaining, but when I put it into practice is when the real fun began. To those who think the book encourages disrespect to oneself or another, I have to disagree. Yes, it's tongue in cheek. It's real. It addresses how women talk to each other and act around guys. The heart of the book though is (to me, and to many others who have put it to use) all about respect. It's not about finding a husband. By re-learning a new way to interact with people I found a greater capacity for understanding, practiced unflinching honesty, became less judgemental, and was humbled by the people I met and had the joy of interacting with. Did I marry every one? No! But each one taught me something about the world and something about myself. If you push yourself to read it and be brave and try it out, you'll realize it's about more than just dating (though that's quite fun). It's about cultivating respect for yourself, your boundaries, your time, your heart, and for the people around you and the roles that they fill in your life. Give it a shot. Buy it for yourself, or for a friend who desperately sucks at love!

Real Wisdom!

A failed marriage and a bumpy entry into on-line dating left me open to the idea that picking good men and developing strong, healthy relationships was not, perhaps, my strongest suit. I stumbled onto this book and it's the oddest darn thing--I found wisdom, insight and understanding in a self-help book about dating. I mean, compassionate, funny, smart and truly helpful wisdom! From The Wait for Sex Index to The Breakup Ladder, Cindy Lu offered tools that changed my approach to dating. I'm much happier and guess what: the men I'm dating are so much nicer!

The Four Man Plan ROCKS!

I bought the Four Man Plan on a lark, figuring it would be worth it for the entertainment value, but not expecting much more than a few laughs. Much to my surprise, the book (and the online Forum) have been tremendous tools for self-growth! I would go so far as to say life-changing. I HIGHLY recommend this book for any and all single women out there! (FYI, I just told my older brother about it today, and he thought the principles and postulates outlined in the book were RIGHT ON! :-)) I am actually enjoying dating for the first time EVER, and am (in the words of author Cindy Lu) rapidly learning how to "unsuck" at love!

fun read and some good advice

Cindy Lu has a unique and funny voice. I appreciate her view of the world and love the way she puts it all down. She brings entertainment and romance together on paper; this book is sometimes hilarious, often original, and always a pleasure to read. Buyer beware: This book is not for the "feint of smart."

Life changing book!

I'm sure I've read as many dating advice books as your typical thirty-something female, but this one hit me differently from the beginning. First of all, it's funny! The bottom line in The Plan is to have fun - which was the missing element in my dating life when I read this. Dating had become a drag and this lightened it up for me. Plus, there's a really fun online forum where Cindy Lu gives further support. Second of all, it's logical! Cindy Lu puts it all together in a straightforward manner, and after reading it I couldn't NOT follow her advice. Third of all, it's a quick read! I devoured it completely the first night I got it - and so have my girlfriends. I could hardly wait til morning to try it out. Lastly, IT WORKS! After following Cindy's advice for a while, I met someone who fits perfectly with me. He's generous and loving and takes care of me - and now I can receive it like never before. This book changed my life - I hope it changes yours too!!