Breaking Point, by Martha Beck, is a self-affirming and reassuring look at womanhood, that should be required reading for any woman upon reaching her 21st birthday. I generally stay away from books that are highly praised, because I am often disappointed by the obvious message, but somehow I was not disappointed by the obvious message in this book. Beck has a way of simply identifying and explaining a problem without making the reader feel stupid. Instead, the reader feels empowered to recognize why she is in a rut, and how to live the extraordinary beauty that is life. You as the reader will close this book feeling a sense of satisfaction and personal growth, because most of a woman's work is done in her mind. I can't think of one negative thing to say about this book. It was a quick read, but very engrossing, and it was one that stays with you for the rest of your life. After you read this book, give it to someone who needs it. Don't let it collect dust, it needs to be read!