Dr. Lew Carter offers hope to those couples attempting to survive marital infidelity. He answers the immediate questions all couples ask: Should we separate? If so, for how long? And what should we tell the children? Carter then helps couples examine: The problems that contributed to the infidelity; Proven ways to correct those problems; And ten principles for a renewed relationship. Based on the biblical teachings of grace and forgivness, The Prodigal Spouse introduces a plan for healing marriages and restoring "purity of living."