Following the worldwide success of the first volume, From Marriage to Parenthood: The Heavenly Path, the series now continues with this latest title: Selecting a Spouse: The Heavenly Path. In reality, this current title is a prequel and details a number of important steps in choosing a marriage partner. The book covers important areas such as hurdles and obstacles in marriage and how to overcome them; what to look for in a future spouse; the different methods of spouse selection; tips on how to prepare for the meetings and interviews; how to deal with pressure; making the right choice; istikhara; the engagement period; and the important Islamic Laws that go with the entire process of selecting a spouse. The book also provides guidance on some of the scenarios that could occur if things go wrong in the process, or even if the marriage breaks down. The book is written in a manner and language that is easy to understand and will appeal to all. Throughout the book the Qur’an and Hadith are referenced; these inspirational words are used to then offer practical advice. In addition, there are case studies in each chapter from the experiences of real people in real life situations that will add an extra dimension to the issues covered.