In the Garden of Desire: Women's Sexual Fantasies as a Gateway to Passion and Pleasure

Delving into the uncharted territory of womens sexual imaginations acclaimed sex expert Wendy Maltz and journalist Suzie Boss expand the boundaries of what we know about female desire and satisfaction. Drawing on intimate interviews with women of all ages and lifestyles Maltz and Boss take readers on a journey of passion pleasure and self-discovery as they:Describe the origins of womens sexual fantasies Identify the six most common fantasy roles--the Pretty Maiden the Victim the Wild Woman the Dominatrix the Beloved and the Voyeur Illuminate the diverse functions of sexual fantasies from stimulating orgasm to improving ones self-image Help women discover their own fantasy style and change unwanted fantasies Offer advice on how and when to talk about ones fantasies with ones partner In this candid and inspiring book women--and their lovers--will learn how to use the power of their imaginations to heighten sexual expression and self-awareness and achieve new levels of intimacy.