“Uniquely Us” picks up where “Uniquely Rika” left off. We are given first-hand insight into the experiences of eight couples with varied relationship styles, D/s interests, and gender preferences. We see how they applied Ms. Rika’s “Dominant-centric” approach to their long-termed, committed relationships. Ms. Rika invites us into her world. The personal stories in “Uniquely Us” come from people with whom Rika has had direct influence: as a mentor, advisor, and as a dominant. Through the accounts of Robbie, Jen, Liz and John, Rhonda and Karl, Sean and David, Jeremy and Sarah, Lia and Jessica, and Melanie and Paolo, Rika encourages the reader to recognize similarities to their own path and find insights to how they might apply her approach to their own lifestyles.
I tend to be more of a non-fiction reader; tending towards bios and techniques. I have a variety of interests, including photography, martial arts, volleyball, cycling, and chess.
I've spent most of my career in investment banking and actually enjoy it :) Writing has always been a passion, provided I'm passionate about what I write!
That is certainly the case when I write about Dominance and Submission (D/s). Through the years, I've developed an approach to introducing D/s dynamics to relationships and have had the privilege of helping couples find success with it.
In 2008, I wrote "Uniquely Rika", the book that most fundamentally explains that approach. It's the book that explained that "Submission isn't what is done to you, it's what you do for your dominant". The dominant-centric approach to power dynamics is a game-changing direction.
To date, I've released eight works on this subject. They are published through Lulu.com (see the website link in my profile) but most are also available through other channels.
I hope to hear from my readers (past and future!).
This book was a wonderful continuation of uniquely Rika. Seeing all the real couples use her method was incredibly helpful to really grasp the method. They provided so many ways for the reader to relate. Further explanations and clarifications are also very helpful!