Great myths of intimate relationships provides a captivating, pithy introduction to the subject that challenges and demystifies the many fabrications and stereotypes surrounding relationships, attraction, sex, love, internet dating, and heartbreak. * the book thoroughly interrogates the current research on topics such as attraction, sex, love, internet dating, and heartbreak * takes an argument driven approach to the study of intimate relationships, encouraging critical engagement with the subject * part of the great myths series, it's written in a style that is compelling and succinct, making it ideal for general readers and undergraduates