“Why Men Ain’t Sh@$” by Jared Oliver has been released worldwide. This 58-page “mini book” is a lighthearted take on a serious subject: the relationship struggles between men and women. By examining six characters – each a common type of man in the modern world – and unpacking why they behave the way they do, Oliver peels back the layers of issues many women face in dating and relationships.

While often humorous and casual in its delivery, the book is ultimately aimed at helping women of all ages and backgrounds gain a deeper understanding of the men in their lives, and more importantly, move toward a place of forgiveness and healing if they’ve had trouble with these personality archetypes in the past.

In an honest assessment of personal experiences and observations, as well as common stereotypes men and women both encounter, the author approaches the delicate subject with candor. In each section, his examination goes beyond surface traits into the “why” of behaviors and current dating landscape.

Readers will meet characters like The Opportunist and The Mama’s Boy, among others, and grow to understand the underlying causes of their relationship-sabotaging behavior. They will also encounter some controversial opinions about the state of men (and society itself) from the male perspective.

Packed with sardonic humor and an unconventional approach to relationship advice, this book is an excellent conversation starter.