A Gripping Production

February 15, 2021 Anne Michaud

It's about time that a book such as <i>Why They Stay</i> should appear to comment on the wives of politicians and why they remain in place despite reports of infidelity and bad behaviors. Not only does this apply to the highest political offices past and present, but its message and analysis will reach many a marriage where friends may wonder about the reasons why a wife stays in the home after misconduct is uncovered. This is not to say that the two environments (political and personal) are identical and hold the same commitments and conundrums -- far from it. As <i>Why They Stay</i> points out, political pressures and purposes are similar to traditional marriages in some aspects and far different in others. It's a gripping production especially recommended for any interested in women's issues and political scandals and their aftermath.

Diane Donovan review for Midwest Book Review