Why are female characters so stupid and whiny? 
 Emma is such a stupid, overly horny female protagonist. I just can't honestly believe that someone thinks that much about sex. It was so tiresome to read about how aroused she became everytime she thought about Carter. She was self-centered and irrational. Her emotions were flip flopping all over the place. And she kept making the stupidest mistakes, as she apparently didn't have the ability to preocess the situation before rushing headfirst into things. 
 I was so frustrated that she had to sleep with Carter to feel "strong". I mean, what kind of message does that convey? 
 "As I lay in his arms and as he turned for me once more during the night, our bodies moved together as one and I felt my own strength awaken inside of me. I had grown addicted to this beautiful man. He was mine." 
 Theresa is another stupid character. She doesn't know just when to SHUT UP. 
 Carter is a condescending dick bag. He pretty much lied to Emma throughout the whole book. 
 Another thing.. 
 'Nuff said.