Description
PERVERSE
Book Summary
A novel that explores the dark side of romantic love. Through the story of Gaby, an intelligent and successful woman who believes she has found the perfect man, the work unravels the process of psychological manipulation exerted by narcissists and abusers. With an approach that combines fictional narrative with awareness-raising, this book not only tells a story of emotional destruction, but also offers keys to identifying and breaking the cycle of abuse. A read that can become a lifeline for those who need to understand that they are not alone.
What is it about?
Gaby is a professional, independent woman and a devoted mother who falls madly in love with who she considers the perfect man. However, this Prince Charming is in reality a narcissistic pervert who, after wrapping her in flattery and making her feel special, begins a systematic process of erosion intended to destroy her self-esteem. The novel chronicles this descent into the abyss from the perspective of a surrealist narrator, offering a unique look at how psychological abusers are attracted to people who shine: competent, intelligent, and kind. The work warns that, without understanding the manipulation process, the victim is doomed to repeat the pattern and fall into the hands of another abuser even if they manage to break free.
Main themes
- Narcissism and narcissistic perversion in romantic relationships
- Psychological manipulation and emotional abuse
- Process of destroying self-esteem and emotional dependency
- Repetitive patterns in victims of abuse
- The facade of "perfect love" as a trap
Who is it recommended for?
For readers interested in contemporary fiction with a psychological background, especially those seeking to understand the dynamics of toxic relationships. It is also aimed at people who have lived through or known about situations of psychological abuse, as it offers a mirror in which to recognize themselves and tools to identify the problem. It is a recommended read both for those who want to prevent it and for those who need to confirm they are not alone in their experience.
What this book offers
- A clear and narrated view of the manipulation process exercised by narcissists, helping to identify warning signs.
- The possibility of recognizing yourself in the protagonist and understanding that the abuse is not the victim's fault, but a deliberate pattern of the abuser.
- A warning about repeating patterns, offering the key to breaking the cycle and not falling into the hands of an abuser again.
- An approach that combines absorbing fiction with real-life awareness, making the reading both entertaining and transformative.
Technical data
- Author: Regina Roman
- Publisher: Mil Amores
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Modern and contemporary fiction
- Collection: Fondo
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: July 2021
- Number of pages: 360
- Weight: 500 g
Editorial review
A necessary novel that transcends mere entertainment to delve into the psychology of toxic relationships. Regina Roman achieves a balance between fictional narrative and educational function, offering a story that engages the reader while educating them about a social problem of great relevance. The choice of a surrealist narrator brings originality to a subject that, in other hands, could prove too harsh. Recommended for those looking for a read that stirs consciences and offers tools for the prevention of psychological abuse.