Just Between Us Girls: Secrets about Men from the Mayflower Madam [Mass Market Paperback]

Sydney B. Barrows (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 15, 1997

Once the classiest, most successful madam in New York, Sydney Biddle Barrows has the inside information on what men really want--their favorite fantasies, emotional needs, and specific desires in and out of the bedroom. But she has also discovered what they don't get at home--and what makes them stray.

With candor, a little naughtiness, and an insider's eye-opening perspective, the Mayflower Madam teaches you how to keep passion in your relationship, have better sex than you ever thought possible, and make sure the man you love stays committed to you, and you alone.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

The central thesis of Barrows's (Mayflower Madam, Morrow, 1986) latest book is that if a man is cheating on his wife, there is probably nothing wrong-except that his wife isn't acting enough like a hooker. Not to worry, Barrows offers a primer on the trade of tricks, including blow-by-blow descriptions of sexual maneuvers supposedly exclusive to professionals. The sections dealing with why men stray, how they do it, how to catch them, and how to make them stop are often humorous but are told with a know-it-all condescension that grates. Barrows meanders among a wide array of options for rekindling a marriage that has lost its spark, even offering her favorite brand of lubricant. Directed at the woman who believes she can save her marriage by greeting her husband while dressed in plastic wrap, this is not recommended on merit but may be popular.
Adam Mazmanian, "Library Journal"
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Review

"Sidney Biddle Barrows doles out advice...with humor And authority."--Glamour

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: St. Martin's Paperbacks (February 15, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312960476
• ISBN-13: 978-0312960476
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.3 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,307,496 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars If you want to know WHY men pay..., June 2, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Just Between Us Girls: Secrets about Men from the Mayflower Madam (Mass Market Paperback)

If you want to know some possible reasons why men would pay a large sum of money to spend time with a woman (most of the time is spent talking or doing things other than having sex), even though they may be good looking, have a wife or girlfriend at home, then this book will provide some answers.

I don't think it's such a bad idea for women to get tips from a madam/call girl. Most of her ideas are logical: Take care of yourself once you have a man - don't let yourself go. Understand that, as unfair as it may be, that men want you to look as good as when you met, even though he may have lost his hair and gained weight!

These women are temporary fantasies. They don't complain about the kids, their jobs, the housework or anything else when these men show up. It's unfair, yes, but that is why the men are willing to pay to escape reality for a little while. Sometimes, men keep a mistress for the same reasons.

Personally, I wasn't offended by the book at all. In fact, it gave me a few ideas on how to spice up my love life BEFORE my man strays!

12 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars It doesn't live up to the title, May 16, 2000

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This review is from: Just Between Us Girls: Secrets about Men from the Mayflower Madam (Mass Market Paperback)

I was disappointed in the book from the perspective that while it was titalating to get the perspective of Sidney (mostly because of her racy past) I didn't learn anything. Not that I have that much experience but only that I would think most women know everything she imparted. There is no real know how or instructions on how to get things done but just some general verbage on what should be done. Not that it's bad but I think if you have had one or two relationships already then this book is not the one for you. There are several other books on becoming a good lover and partner that far outshine this one. I believe it sells because of the novelty associated with the author and if you like the little juicy tidbits she throws out here and there you will probably enjoy the book. If you want real information on how to really succeed then get something else.

9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars insightful perspective of why men [or anyone] strays, April 13, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Just Between Us Girls: Secrets about Men from the Mayflower Madam (Mass Market Paperback)

Frankly, I read it for purely prurient interests, expecting lots of juicy sex tips. I was amazed at the depth of the insights provided.

I used to think that anyone who strays from a monogamous relationship is a cad, but after reading this book, I now see that both partners may be to blame.

I am recently married and I shared many parts of the book with my husband. We were laughing out loud at the humor and descriptiveness in the book. The author is clever and quite funny. We were also amazed at the odd combination of high brow and low brow in her escort business.

Since it is considered the oldest profession, there must be something compelling about it. I found it fascinating to consider why men indulge. I also recognized some of my own behavior patterns which could contribute to my husband being unfaithful.