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Please Dear, Not Tonight: The Truth About Women And Sex: What They Want, What They're Not Getting, And Why

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What a great book! So much information in such a small amount of space. I dare anyone to read it and not learn something -- and in the process, enjoy the humor. The author has such a way with words that she is able to impart a great deal of knowledge without sounding "preachy" while injecting humor to this sometimes mystifying subject, this male/female relationship thing! And the "crib notes" for the men are presented in a non-threatening and light hearted manner. A definite "must read" for women and men as they work toward improving their intimate relationships.

Finally, a simple, frank, fun and easy book to read about men, women and sex. This is not some dry textbook with lots of technical terms. It's a great book to curl up with and learn the things your Momma never told you. Mary Jo's simple explanations make the reader feel they're sharing real life stories with their best friend over a cup of tea (or a glass of wine). My husband kept stealing the book when I wasn't looking. He, too, commented on the personable writing style. He said it didn't read like a lecture, but a letter from a friend.

Mary Jo Fay's "Please Dear, Not Tonight" is an entertaining and factual read on a subject near and dear to all of our hearts, SEX. But beyond bump and grind, it's a valuable guide for the day to day workings of a physical and emotional relationship. Very much a worthwhile addition to your home library.

One of "Please Dear's" best features is an easy and approachable style...along with the feeling that it's a little more on the edge than things are USUALLY around your hacienda. I had the same feeling, as I read "Please Dear", that I'd had thirty-five years ago reading "The Sensuous Woman/Man". The excitement of learning something new was there, and that's a powerful plus in a sex title. Mary Jo is a familial, informed and fun-loving guide for the ins and outs (pun definitely intended) of sex.

I highly recommend reading it...and sharing it with that special someone.

I recommend this book to anyone who is seeking greater sexual fulfillment and intimacy with their partner. Mary Jo encourages the reader to self-evaluate in several areas including sexual preferences and personal boundaries. She then addresses these challenges in a straight-foward manner, emphasizing that assertiveness and communication in the bedroom are essential. This book can serve as a guidebook and open the bedroom door to couples who desire greater intimacy, but are stuggling to communicate their needs to each other.

Mary Jo's information in "Please Dear, Not Tonight..." isn't anything new but how it is presented IS. This is a very well written (and FUN to read) manual for improving one's (essential) sex life. If you are a person with "hang ups" and/or previous abuse experience, c'mon in!!; a multitude of issues and backgrounds are presented and discussed. I would recommend this to women and men alike!

This book was a gift to me by my husband. My only regret is that I did not have it at age 20 instead of age 60. Kudos to Mary Jo Fay for speaking about activities of sex openly and honestly just as one would to prepare a gourmet meal or any other of the fine things we enjoy in life.

Mary Jo Fay did a great job of disspelling the myth that "sex is for the man and not for the woman". The book was written in plain , down to earth language that anyone could understand and I recommend that it would be a great asset in helping young women to learn to experience sex to its' fullest in their younger years vs. so many who don't "awaken" untill their 40's.

An added bonus is that Ms. Fay made a quick reference system very easy for men who want to know what women like without having to spend a lot of time reading the entire book. Mary Jo Fay provided many good suggestions for both men and women to enhance their sexual experiences and relationships. I believe this is an excellent guide new and continuing experiences.

"Please Dear, Not Tonight" rivals "Our Bodies, Ourselves" for providing thorough, no-nonsense, but far-from-aseptic sexual information. I see it competing with "The Feminine Mystique" for the number of women it will nudge to "take on" their perceptions of the way their sex lives and relationships have always been, continue to be, and the way they want them to be. A valuable and timely book.

Having grown up in the straight and narrow, family wise, religion, culture, etc., I have to admit I'm an uptight prude wanting to 'fly'. Well, Mary Jo's book has set me on my way! It was like getting permission to loosen up. This book is well written,very educational, and fun to read.

Men: this book is for you. If your sexual relationship with your partner isn't what either of you would like it to be, it's time to talk. For reasons you may not know, however, she may not be willing to have that talk. Mary Jo Fay opens the door to having the conversations that can bring your sex life back for both of you. Pick up a copy read it together. You'll be glad you did.