Sherry Argov es una escritora y columnista estadounidense, hija de padres europeos, que saltó a la fama internacional precisamente con este libro. Su obra se convirtió en un fenómeno editorial que la llevó a colaborar en revistas de la talla de Vanity Fair , People , Elle , Glamour , Esquire y Cosmopolitan . La enorme popularidad de su libro incluso ha trascendido las páginas impresas, dando lugar a una exitosa adaptación teatral en México, donde la obra se representa regularmente con gran éxito de público.

Arabi's book is built around the idea that traditional feminine norms, such as people-pleasing, submissiveness, and emotional labor, are not only detrimental to women's well-being but also unappealing to men. Instead, she argues that men are drawn to women who exude confidence, independence, and a sense of self-worth that is not contingent on male validation. Arabi contends that these "cabronas" or "bitches" are not necessarily mean-spirited or cruel but rather women who have learned to prioritize their own needs, set boundaries, and communicate effectively.