Title: Ultimate Guide to Anal Sex for Women Author: Tristan Taoromino Publisher: Cleis Press Pages: 151 Genres:: Anal,Reviewer: SexHerald Staff

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Calling anything "The Ultimate" is a bold move. It means that nothing could be better, more inclusive; it is the final word. In the case of Tristan Taormino's illuminating and enjoyable guide to anal sex for women, the word is justified.

Anal sex is an important topic for people to think about. It has a background of taboo, of fear and shame. It has been a hot topic recently as the Supreme Court overturned long-standing laws forbidding it in many states. A book aimed at women who wish to explore this territory is an important tool.

Tristan Taormino approaches the book with this in mind. Her first act is to examine myths and truths about anal sex, such as "MYTH # 2: Only sluts, perverts and weirdoes have anal sex" countered by the truth, that many people practice and enjoy anal sex. This section deals with many of the psychological barriers that people face when considering anal sex.

Equally valuable are the practical lessons that Taormino puts forth, including detailed anatomy lessons including diagrams for men and women, as well as toys, positions, enemas, and safety. The book is illustrated throughout in precise and playful black and white line drawings by Fish. It also includes sidebars with quotes from other sex texts, both fiction and non-fiction, about anal sex.

While this book deals largely with the anal experience as it pertains to women, this is a valuable book for both men and women. It involves both partners with guidelines for discussion and physical exploration. Anyone who wants to do anything with a female anus would do well to read this book.

In addition to being informative and detailed, this is a fun, exciting read. It's a good launching point for anal sex, because it has all the information, but and especially, it emphasizes how enjoyable the act can be. That's a piece of information all of us are glad to have.