A Dance With the Devil: A True Story of Marriage to a Psychopath | 
| Author: Barbara Bentley
Publisher: Berkley Trade
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Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 54485
Media: Paperback
Pages: 384
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Dimensions (in): 8.1 x 5.5 x 1.1
ISBN: 0425221180
Dewey Decimal Number: 364.1523092
EAN: 9780425221181
ASIN: 0425221180
Publication Date: November 4, 2008
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Product Description
Her marriage to retired Navy admiral John Perry seemed almost too good to be true. Because it was
At the start of her relationship with the intelligent and worldly John Perry, Barbara Bentley couldn t believe her luck so when things didn t add up, she struggled to ignore her doubts. She kept trying to put the pieces together unaware that some of them were simply missing. Even as he drained her credit, dodged her questions, manipulated her and misled her, she stayed with him, suppressing her growing suspicions. Ultimately he would try to kill her, proving himself not a protector and provider, but a predator.
This is Barbara s courageous, compelling story, in her own words of the slow, choking darkness that fell after the honeymoon was over, what it took to finally drive her to escape and start her life anew, and her tireless efforts to protect other women and help them learn from her example.
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 Heartfelt, genuinely inspiring, courageous, Barbara Bentley is an excellent writer... November 10, 2008
Kelly Kubitschek (Lincoln, NE)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Reading is not my forte, however, I could not put 'A Dance With The Devil' down. Barbara Bentley opens her world to readers, she shares her story of being married to a psychopath who drains her emotionally, financially and physically. Her dreams of a happy marriage are destroyed when her husband attempts to kill her. Barbara takes us through the ups and downs of her marriage and explains how she puts together the pieces of the puzzle that would ultimately expose her husbands lies and deceit. Barbara describes the many events she shared with her husband, John, in great detail, making this book a true page turner.
In this true story, you will read how Barbara not only survived the attempt on her life, but how she courageously battled California's no-fault divorce law for victims rights.
I highly recommend this book to anyone who has been in an abusive relationship, it may just save your life.
Read my letter to the author... this book gave me courage November 13, 2008
Ruth A. Caldwell (Walnut Creek, CA United States)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Dear Barbara... I'm dealing with a (possible) psychopath male, co-worker. A friend told me about your book and I read it in one evening! I've sent a letter to Oprah (I'll share at the end)... wanted you to know, yesterday I had courage to finally stand up to this co-worker; I'm shaking in my boots; can hardly breathe and am constantly warding off tears, but by golly I am NOT going to be treated like this any more. Being he's in a position of authority and I'm a widow; I was in fear of losing my job, based on what he could do; I am not taking it anymore and told him so last night. Now I'm awaiting my moment with HR. Pray for me and my HUGE THANKS to you. Your book has changed my life. Sincerely, Ruth ... Concord, CA
Here is what I sent to Oprah.. Dear Oprah: Please read "A Dance With the Devil" by Barbara Bentley. I just finished... it tells of her marriage to a psychopath. I've heard the expression; never knew I had several in my life, including one now. Oddly enough the first was my (now) ex-son-in-law. The one now is a fellow here at work that I work close with; however he is not my direct. I'm not having a relationship with him. He just needs to have someone to mess with and he's chosen me. Like the dog he kicks, then pets? The reason this is important to me? This woman, Barbara Bentley, almost lost her life. This behavior is more prevalent than people realize. Because I live in Pollyanna's village [sic] I have always believed when bad things happen in friendships/relationships... it must have been something I could have prevented... reading the book, I realize I am a true target to this type of person. I've been empowered by this book; so much so, that I told my co-worker to "STOP" We'll see how that turns out.... Please OPRAH... introduce this book on your show. There are many many women out there that need to know about this. I believe it's saved my sanity. Plus, she took on the State of California and sponsored a bill relative to divorce law (and her plight). With great fondness and respect,
A gripping story November 14, 2008
Alma J. Meyer
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Author, Barbara Bentley, gives us a firsthand look into the deceitful mind of a psychopath. She conveys the doubt and confusion of being married to and manipulated by such a person as only one who has lived it could.
Ms. Bentley's determination in getting California's no-fault divorce law changed is truly inspirational. The reader can feel her confidence grow as she pursues her goal.
I could not put this book down until the very last page.
Alma J. Meyer
Shepherdsville, KY
A page turner November 13, 2008
Joanne D. Denison
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Picked it up and couldn't put down. It is well written and more than informative. A cautionary tale with a victorious finish. It reflects the old saying."Out of the mud grows a lotus." Barbara is an inspiration.
 Good Book December 2, 2008
Margarita Ramirez
It was a good book, to get to the good stuff you have to read at least half the book, but those few chapters are amazing:) Alittle to expensive so i would recommend waiting until there is a used one avalible .
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