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Just Between Us Girls: Secrets about Men from the Mayflower Madam

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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!

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.

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.

I was walking through my favorite used book store and this book caught my eye. It was only 50 cents so I got it. Well, should you come across it you can safely skip it. Ms. Barrows pretty much uses this book as a platform to defend herself and explain why she turned to pimping. That's okay, but wasn't that the purpsoe of her first book? So after re-reading her story again in Between Us Girls you finally get the meat of the book and what do you get? Not much. Mostly, Barrows argues that in order to hold on to your man you have to act like a $500 a night call girl in the bedroom. You must be on guard, on your toes and ready to perform at a moments notice. To back this up she points out that some of her old clients actually left thier wives and families to marry her girls. I wonder how long those marriages lasted? Should you take Ms. Barrow's advice? That's up to you but ask yourself this: If you have to do turn yourself into a geisha in order to hold onto your man is he really worth it?

This is a great book for knowling little tricks on how to keep your husband, but if you reach a point where things are sliding you are NOT going to want to do what the book suggests. My suggestion is to follow the tips early on in your relationship and never let up on them.

Starts out a fascinating window into a curious, exciting world...quickly degenerates into something sordid, gross, and cheap, that still masquerades as a prim and gossipy girl-chat. Ew.

Okay so I was pretty young when I read this book (17) but seriously, it was very, very educational. I then shared it with my mom who's remarried and she also benefited from it. I recommend this book, it's very adult though, and think the chapter entitled SAT is very worthwhile reading. :) Bye

A madam who runs a call-girl business. Who's next? Really, I honestly regretted buying this book. It's all crap. I think women deserve better than get an advice from a 'madam'