Book Review: Shameless

Shameless: How I Ditched the Diet, Got Naked, Found True Pleasure...and Somehow Got Home in Time To Cook Dinner by Pamela Madsen

My rating: 3 of 5 stars


I read this book because it was mentioned on a blog I frequent. I was intrigued by the premise of healing through sensual or erotic massage (something I'd only just barely heard about before - I had no idea that there were people who do it professionally), and I admire her courage in being able to share her story so openly given the taboo subject.



In truth, I had a hard time putting the book down. It was easy to relate to her curiosity about her own desires, and it kept me wondering what she'd discover about herself next.



I was a little disappointed about how long it took her to share her new explorations with her husband - I spent most of the book waiting for it. I can understand why she didn't tell him right away, feeling like it was mostly about her and her own reawakening of desire, but some of the things she was doing would feel like a betrayal of trust to me - especially when she was lying about where she was.



All said, it was a very intriguing book, and an interesting read. I'm glad the author had the courage to share the story of how she found acceptance of herself, and I think she is right that other people may benefit or find inspiration for their own healing journey through her story.



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