Women on Top

This book is also therapeutic: A friend of mine was recently thinking of seeing a sex therapist. She did, but I also helped by giving her my copy. She hasn't given it back, so this will be my third, counting my Dad's which I read until I moved out.

"Women on Top" is a great reminder or proclaimer of the fact that sex is a natural part of our existence and our everyday lives, and should not be taken for granted.

I think everyone over age 15 (depending on individual maturation) should own this book and be given a sexual education that includes teaching the biology, anatomy, intellect and emotions of sex.


This book awakened a lot of my sensuality!   April 10, 1999
15 out of 16 found this review helpful

Wow! I just stumbled upon this book by accident and was totally amazed by it. I really liked hearing all the stories about first sexual experiences and first becoming aware of one's sexuality at early ages, and how this self- concept of sexuality develops. I found the interpretations by the author to be eye-opening especially the ones dealing with how mothers and society in general have totally different expectations and feelings regarding the sexuality of daughters vs. sons. I do feel there is a double standard and girls are suppossed to be "good" and not want sexual things done to them. Where boys do not have this pressure or expectation put upon them in the same way. This book gave me more freedom in expressing my sexuality with my husband and there are things I've always wanted to try, but felt like I "shouldn't". I feel so much more in touch with my sensuality and this book has made my already good sex life, really really great. I also like the distinction the author makes between fantasy and reality and how she points out that there are some things we love to fantasize about doing, but would not want to do in reality - and that's normal.


EXTREMELY HOT   November 7, 2004
Wes (World Citizen, Earth)
13 out of 14 found this review helpful

I found this book on a shelf at a library over 10 years ago. It was a hardcover book and the artwork was rather nondescript. What I browsed through within though is seared into my conscience and really opened my eyes to the world of female lust thought. I admit, NOTHING has ever aroused me like some of the entries inside - even hardcore [...]. It's all about intent, motive, desire. Is it real? Is it sincere? You could put the most flat out gorgeous woman in front of me and she might not have anywhere near the erotic intensity of a woman who society might deem "less than perfect" looks-wise. It almost always is the look in her eye, or the pitch of her voice, something that conveys warmth, you know? More than anything, seeing and feeling a palpable HUNGER, an aching so deep it hurts for satisfaction. I found a lot of that energy in this book and it was DIVINE. I wish Ms. Friday would release another compilation of this material.


Go Nancy!   June 25, 2001
M. Nichols-Haining
15 out of 17 found this review helpful

I've owned this book for years, and it hasn't left my beside in all that time. When I bought it, I was in my twenties, and it made me realize that fantasy lives were not restricted to men. And that my fantasies were normal--even (gasp) healthy! Did I learn that from Friday? Nope. I ignored her introductions, as I'm sure most of us did. I figure it out from the numerous women who wrote her and shared their intimate moments. Although our fantasies may differ, they reaffirm that we have every right to relish our own sexuality.

On a side note: the Editorial review really ticked me off. Why is it just fine for men to fantasize using "dirty" words but if we use them, we're no longer feminine? Who declares we must be "dainty" in order to be evolved? Just know when you buy this book that it's not the flowery language you'll find in your drug store romance novel. It's real (sometimes a little out there, but real nonetheless).

I'm not embarrassed to admit that Nancy Friday's books come very close to being a woman's equivalent to Penthouse. We love the words--the men love the pictures. (okay, so I'm not embarrassed unless my mother-in-law reads this) It's all healthy. Go Nancy!


The most I've ever learned about myself!   October 19, 1999
14 out of 16 found this review helpful

There are so many things that I have always fantasied about, but was brought up in a sexually suppressed environment and was taught that they were wrong. Nancy has become like a friend holding my hand telling me that I am normal and that it's okay! I feel like a sexual weight has been lifted off of my shoulders and I can now live my life guilt free! I will be grateful forever for what I have realized in the short time that it took me to finish your book. My husband has even noticed a positive change in our sex life, now that I'm not as insecure! Thanks again, Nancy!