Publishers Weekly
03/03/2014
“As women we somehow feel responsible for taking on more of the housework even if we have a full-time job and make more money,” writes personal finance expert Torabi, as she explores the guilt, expectations, and challenges facing couples in an era after the feminist movement but before achievement of true gender equality. In this guide to navigating new rules in the workplace and the household, the author cites numerous research studies but uses interviews to bring her topics to life. The interviewees are clearly affluent, so the book’s rules, especially regarding hiring domestic help or keeping a personal slush fund for “guilt-free spending,” aren’t realistic for every household. One of Torabi’s keenest insights is borrowed from the relationship expert Alison Armstrong, who notes that it can be “lethal” if a woman starts thinking, “Am I better off with or without him?” Torabi’s mission is to make sure that doesn’t happen, recommending women change their expectations for a working household, communicate their needs without crushing egos, work hard without regret, and, of course, write a good prenup. Books like this one are never silver bullets, but readers may have trouble warming to the author’s approach, which can veer more toward advice columnist than financial reporter. Agent: Bonnie Solow, Solow Literary Enterprises. (May)
From the Publisher
In When She Makes More, Farnoosh Torabi unmasks the challenges female breadwinners face and provides solid solutions for protecting your finances and your relationship.”
—Tory Johnson, Good Morning America contributor and New York Times #1 bestselling author of The Shift
“When She Makes More is an inspiring, optimistic book that equips today's female breadwinners with smart solutions for overcoming the personal and professional trip wires of our new economic reality.”
—Barbara Corcoran, author of Shark Tales and host of The Millionaire Broker with Barbara Corcoran on CNBC
“I predict Farnoosh’s ground breaking book will save more relationships than couples counseling ever could. Superbly researched, well-written, engagingly fun, I couldn’t put it down. Every working woman, married or single, needs to read this empowering guide! I’m so grateful I did.”
—Barbara Stanny, author of Secrets of Six-Figure Women
“When She Makes More is a book of liberation from old ideas about women in the workforce who want to have it all. Torabi’s intelligence, respect for research, and vibrant prose put the book in an elite class with the best self-help books from financial gurus and masters of psychological nonfiction.”
—Amanda Steinberg, founder of DailyWorth.com
MAY 2014 - AudioFile
Farnoosh Torabi writes and narrates a “how to” for the working woman. Along with her motto, “When a woman makes more than her man, the game is totally different,” she offers 10 rules that can help breadwinning women navigate through difficulties in their present or potential relationships. She offers both personal stories from couples and advice from various experts. One has the feeling of sitting in a college classroom listening to a lecturer. Torabi’s voice uses highs and lows to emphasize certain points. She doesn’t hold back when she differs in opinion on personal matters revealed by the couples she interviews. It’s clear this book is directed to a specific audience, more often focusing on middle- and upper-income workers. T.E.C. © AudioFile 2014, Portland, Maine
