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Better Than I Ever Expected

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If you're trying to decide which of the new "sex over 60" books to buy, definitely choose this one. It is not a step-by-step "how to" book that might offend people, although it does cover every aspect of sexual activity--married, single, solo, gay, straight, young, old, one-night, long-term (50 years and even longer). Instead, the book provides practical, encouraging advice from experts and from ordinary women about the joys of loving relationships, dealing with sexual problems of menopause, loss of interest in sex (or your partner's loss of interest and/or ability), how to approach sex with a new partner, helpful exercises, and even a detailed discussion of sex toys and assistive devices. (I thought these were only for `adventurous' couples, but the book explains how they can make sex possible and more enjoyable for older people).

Plus, this book is also a beautiful love story which could stand on its own, even without all the excellent sex information. The writer chronicles her many relationships, from her first teenage romance (You'll be furious to learn how her father broke up what might have been a lasting relationship), to a succession of sexual affairs, including a short failed marriage. It's easy to see why she had given up on finding true love. But she never gave up on having an active, fulfilling life as a dance and exercise instructor, despite two devastating auto accidents that left her with many scars and lasting injuries.

And then, magic! In the form of a trim, gray-haired, older man she spots in one of her dance classes. These are true-to-life 60-plus people, not wrinkle-free, gorgeous-body super models, but the story of how their love and sexual relationship blossomed is a real page turner. And be prepared for a few tears when you come to a troubling revelation near the end of the story.

This is a thought-provoking, informative, encouraging book you'll definitely want to share with friends.

Better Than I Ever Expected: Straight Talk About Sex After Sixty by Joan Price lives up to its title! Like sex itself, it is fascinating, fun, and educational: a how-to book for staying sexually active and enjoying it as we, men and women, mature. With stimulating anecdotes and clinical details, it leaves no sexual arena unexplored. It encourages us to move beyond age and sexual stereotypes and better understand ourselves and our bodies. It gives a variety of suggestions on how to surmount dryness, wrinkles, flaccidity, and the like, in order to continue exploring the frontiers of pleasure and intimacy. Wise and very respectful, Joan reminds us "Great sex is what's happening between two souls, two minds, two hearts--not just two bodies." This book is a testimony to love and creativity. EVERYONE will learn from it. It is what a book should be, enriching! I wholeheartedly recommend it.

Dr. Bond of Rebeccasreads highly recommends BETTER THAN I EVER EXPECTED: Straight Talk about Sex after Sixty as a courageous & witty guide for young people on the verge of discovering the paradise of sexuality, for older couples who have been brain-washed into thinking sex is only for the young, & for those happy lovers of all ages who wish to believe that the bliss of lovemaking will continue as long as they live.

After Joan Price agreed to write BETTER THAN I EVER EXPECTED, she circulated the following: "Wanted: Interviews with sassy, sexy women, age 60+, who are willing to share feelings and experiences openly and anonymously in a candid, woman-to-woman book" (p. 6). To her surprise, women responded abundantly, & were hungry to share their experiences & reveal the most intimate details of their bodies, fantasies, & relationships. Price uses quotes from these women's responses to illustrate her findings throughout.

BETTER THAN I EVER EXPECTED is an original book that needed to be written.

What I love about this book is how lively, personal, and sexy it is! This is a 61-year-old woman talking straight out about her own sexuality: her first introduction to sex, her wild exploits in her 30s, her frustrations as an older woman looking for a relationship, and her affectionate, erotic, and often funny antics with the man she loves. I disagree that it's a "woman's book," by the way -- any man who's interested in how women think and act would enjoy this! I sure did.

This is the very best book I have read on enjoying sex as a mature adult. I highly recommend this book to ALL men and women, young AND old. Although I am many years from being sixty, it helped me adjust to the physical and psychological challenges of pre-/post- menopause. The specific and detailed sex advice by Joan Price and her contributors have inspired in me a renewed confidence and an accelerated enjoyment of sex. The sexperts have helped me to supercharge my sexual enjoyment and outlook on sex at any age. A whole new world has opened up for me thanks to you ~ I love you, Joan!

The truth is, indeed, that it's better than I ever expected. Probably because we were brainwashed into thinking there wasn't any life left for us in our 60s. How fascinating to discover that there are many other women out there who feel as I do. Joan Price writes an informative, personal and witty book. I found myself reading it as though it were a novel -- couldn't put it down. Thank you, Joan, for sharing with us in such a delightful and intelligent way.

Thanks to Joan Price for having the courage and willingness to share her story with others and lead the way towards increasing sexual pleasure and possibilities for all of us. She speaks for all of us "seasoned women" who were told that our sex lives were over.

This was a great read. I appreciated learning that I am not the only one who was lacking in knowledge. Our parents tried to educate us without mentioning sex. I wish I had had this knowledge when I was in my twenties. My sex life would have been much better. I recommend this book to anyone - men, women, couples. I ordered a different book on tape first and felt it was a waste of money. This book is worth every penny and the resources are wonderful.

Joan Price really hit the mark with this book, just what I was looking for in regards to 60+ woman. I'm in my 50's and have been dating woman from 68 to 78. This book has help me understand the needs and wants of these wonderful sexy woman.

Better Than I Ever Expected: Straight Talk About Sex After Sixty
This book was better than I ever expected. It's a wonderful
balance of memoir, others' personal reflections, and fact. A very enjoyable, well-written, and useful read, especially encouraging and supportive for older women.
We live in a youth-obsessed culture, and too many people are afraid of growing older. Joan Price's book tells it like it is -- sex can be great after sixty, long-term relationships are worth keeping, and even senior dating can be great! This book looks at real life as we age, and sex as a reality of senior relationships. With lively interviews, expert commentary and lots of valuable information, it's a must read for anyone who is getting older -- and none of us is getting younger! Younger women will enjoy knowing that the future is positive. I will be recommending it to clients.