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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
What a GREAT Book -- Read it and give it to someone you love!, January 2, 2007
The Great Sex Secret makes it really clear: happiness in your sex life hinges on one thing -- real, reliable orgasms for both partners, in a context of communication and trust. In a matter-of-fact, warm and deeply informed way, educator and writer Kim Marshall challenges the deep habits of silence and ignorance that keep so many people from sexual happiness. He then goes on to give readers wonderfully concrete help on how to make sure that if good sex is what you want, good sex is what you can get. With great attention to detail, readers are treated to descriptions of a variety of techniques to ensure that both partners in a heterosexual couple will experience orgasm. It's wonderfully "hands on."
I have been trying to figure out who Kim Marshall reminds me of as he writes this book -- and of course it is Fred Rogers! Marshall has the kind of wise, funny and factual approach to sex that Mr. Rogers had on the subject of feelings. He wants us to be completely comfortable with sex, to make good use of what we know about human anatomy, rather than to ignore it, to form a habit of communicating honestly with our partner as we are having sex, and to build on that emotional honesty to have really GREAT sex.
The other interesting thing is that this book is essentially about equality in relationships. It turns out that the path to mutual, reliable orgasms is based on a man's absolute commitment to a woman's sexual pleasure. In his own unpreachy way, Marshall takes strides toward a vision and an experience of human sexuality that is really fair, and really fun. There is a subtle power in this book that makes me very glad I am giving it to my college-bound son and nephew.
The Great Sex Secret is one of those rare books that confirms a vast amount of what you knew -- or suspected -- but had not actually been able to put into words. Serious students of human sexuality will recognize its solid research base. The rest of us can use this slim volume as it is intended: as a tool to help our lovers and ourselves -- and the lovers among our family members and friends -- become happier people.
This one is destined to become a classic! Try it out on someone YOU love.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Important and fun -- a must read!, April 15, 2007
Kim Marshall's book is a delight to read! Even though at first I was skeptical of one secret that would solve everyone's problems, by the end of the book Marshall had me totally convinced his suggestions can help most (heterosexual) couples have better sex - and more fulfilling relationships. His incorporation of facts is always interesting and balanced with humor and charm that make the book as enjoyable and funny as it is important. Its emphasis on the connections between physical and emotional intimacy in both one time "hook-ups" and long-term relationships is persuasive and insightful. It is a crucial read for people with any level of sexual experience, and I have already begun recommending the book to all of my friends!
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A WONDROUS BOOK......., April 4, 2008
Here's a secret to share with a friend.... Kim Marshall's remarkable book about sexual relations between lovers is a treasure and one of those rare books that will change your life. In our sex- obsessed culture, Marshall points out how little we really talk amongst ourselves and our lovers about the most intimate and pervasive of all subjects. I have no idea why this book hasn't become a national blockbuster but here is a guarantee, it will. It is hard to read the book and not tell someone about it and its "secrets". Secrets that are so obvious, we have trouble seeing them.
Sex is a two- way street and there are certain biological and cultural imperatives that dictate an essential truth: The needs of the woman must come first. A simple secret but one that is rarely acknowledged even in today's world.
Mr. Marshall is a gifted writer who is both informative and humorous. In a popular and commercial culture that buries us with impossible- to- meet demands on sexual performance, he clearly gives the reader guidance on how to build a trusting and loving sex life... without frustration.
So, buy one for your partner, friend or adult child to help them understand these truths about men and women - then enjoy a fulfilling and satisfying sex life that will last a lifetime.
Spread the word, The Great Sex Secret is an amazing book and an absolute must read.
You will have Mr. Marshall to thank for changing your life.
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