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Female Submission: The Journals of Madelaine
A modern-day Story of O Under the tutelage of an experienced British master, Claudia Varrin-as the slave "Madelaine"-relinquished her whip to explore the deepest heart of surrender. What she found was a level of sexual exhilaration beyond anything she'd even imagined. Here is her moment-to-moment journal as she enters the downward spiral necessary to bare her soul and debase herself for her master. Madelaine's experiences were extremely wild, edgy, and on the most advanced level of play: private fantasy enactments, public scenes in nightclubs, frolics both fun and fearsome at exclusive dungeon parties-almost nothing was off-limits. Madelaine found her sexual boundaries pushed further and further as she accessed desires unknown even to herself. Exploring her submissive nature and her emotions more deeply, she was changed into one who would do anything for her cruel, handsome master, ultimately striving to make his base and often savage desires her own. Read as a vicarious pleasure, a primer of new fantasies, or as a companion to Varrin's Erotic Surrender, this sexy volume is a must for everyone who is captivated by the outer limits of human sexuality and pleasure. Claudia Varrin is an active and well-known member of the worldwide fetish underground. The author of The Art of Sensual Female Dominance, Erotic Surrender, Female Dominance: Rituals and Practices, and The Female Dominant: Games She Plays, she travels frequently to gatherings of the erotically open-minded in the United States and Europe. She currently lives in New York City. Visit her website at www.claudiavarrin.com. Master And Servant He was all she could have hoped for: an extremely experienced, romantically sadistic, cruelly imaginative dominant male-who made her fall to her knees. Handsome in a rugged way with long straight hair and green eyes, he could pin her to the wall with just one look. More than anything, his swift brutality for her infractions brought to mind the ultimate master of uninhibited depravity, the Marquis de Sade. . . . This is the true story of Claudia Varrin, author of Erotic Surrender: The Sensual Joys of Female Submission-a candid, raw, unflinching account of ultimate surrender. Praise for Claudia Varrin The Art of Sensual Female Dominance: A Guide for Women "Proves that the skills of dominance are easily within reach of any adventurous woman." -Lisa Sherman, Skin Two magazine Erotic Surrender: The Sensual Joys of Female Submission "Varrin vividly communicates the delight that can be found in the delicious depravity of sensual submission."-Lisa Sherman, Skin Two magazine Female Dominance: Rituals and Practices "Thoroughly recommended."-Helen Lane, Skin Two magazine The Female Dominant: Games She Plays "Highly recommended."-Zak Jane Keir, Desire magazine
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120 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2006
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April 13, 2014
- How kinky?
Extremely. This is actually the kinkiest book I have read so far (and that's saying something). It is also one of the few books where I have read the synopsis (above), and then found the book to actually live up to its claims. Usually the type of boast, "many of (the) experiences were extremely wild, edgy, and on the most advanced level of play" make me want to roll my eyes, because often a book that makes these kinds of claims goes about as far as watersports or, occasionally, needle play. But let me assure you, dear reader ... this is Kinky. As. Fuck. Hurrah!
- How sexy?
Very. I found myself constantly turned on.The scenes are described in a way that makes them really relatable, and are constructed and strung together in ways that don't break your concentration too much as the author segues from scene to scene - important, I have found, to one's ongoing "enjoyment" of the narrative. Too much hopping from one scene to the next just brings a reader up and down too many times to focus on stimulation.
- How informative/inspiring?
Again, it is non-fiction, but in a narrative manner, so "inspiring" rather than "informative". And inspiring it is! There was a lot of material in here that isn't often spoken of, in case less understanding folks misinterpret the true meaning. Anal kicking, pussy punching, anal stretching and punching, and that scene with the rope, are just some of activities that spring to mind - eye-opening passages describing these and other activities really re-awakened my lust for new experiences!
- How engaging?
Well ... not as much as I'd hoped. The very continuity of action that makes this such a rich mine of sexy imagination fodder, also makes it difficult to read too much in one sitting. It's like a tub of very deep, dark, creamy, fudgy chocolate ice-cream ... you savour every bite, but eating it all in one go would ruin the decadent experience. It's the law of diminishing returns, really. I personally enjoyed it in smaller morsels, and all the more for it.
- How well executed?
Very well written. Like many submissive memoirs I've read, I still do doubt it's authenticity. Not it's authorship, which appears to be genuine, but the alleged day-to-day truth in description. It is of course possible to have had these experiences, of course, but so rarely do we find so much heady ecstasy with one partner that it makes me wary of anyone who claims that such experiences happened to them in the space of just a few weeks, let alone months or years. Nevertheless, well written, well constructed as a whole, and completely believable - true or otherwise.
- Overall reaction
I loved it. It was a really enjoyable read from start to finish. The characters aren't always likeable, just as in real life, and the situations aren't always comfortable, which reflects reality also. There's no editing of the narrative just to fit into a fantastical magical kink-realm here, which certainly adds weight to the true-story idea. There's too much "doing" and not enough "thinking" for my personal tastes - the same kind of writing style that turns me off Tolkien, too. But that is entirely, 100% subjective, and many many readers will adore this book. Set to become a re-read and re-re-read classic on my bookshelf. I had a hard time not giving this five stars ... so five it is!
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Extremely. This is actually the kinkiest book I have read so far (and that's saying something). It is also one of the few books where I have read the synopsis (above), and then found the book to actually live up to its claims. Usually the type of boast, "many of (the) experiences were extremely wild, edgy, and on the most advanced level of play" make me want to roll my eyes, because often a book that makes these kinds of claims goes about as far as watersports or, occasionally, needle play. But let me assure you, dear reader ... this is Kinky. As. Fuck. Hurrah!
- How sexy?
Very. I found myself constantly turned on.The scenes are described in a way that makes them really relatable, and are constructed and strung together in ways that don't break your concentration too much as the author segues from scene to scene - important, I have found, to one's ongoing "enjoyment" of the narrative. Too much hopping from one scene to the next just brings a reader up and down too many times to focus on stimulation.
- How informative/inspiring?
Again, it is non-fiction, but in a narrative manner, so "inspiring" rather than "informative". And inspiring it is! There was a lot of material in here that isn't often spoken of, in case less understanding folks misinterpret the true meaning. Anal kicking, pussy punching, anal stretching and punching, and that scene with the rope, are just some of activities that spring to mind - eye-opening passages describing these and other activities really re-awakened my lust for new experiences!
- How engaging?
Well ... not as much as I'd hoped. The very continuity of action that makes this such a rich mine of sexy imagination fodder, also makes it difficult to read too much in one sitting. It's like a tub of very deep, dark, creamy, fudgy chocolate ice-cream ... you savour every bite, but eating it all in one go would ruin the decadent experience. It's the law of diminishing returns, really. I personally enjoyed it in smaller morsels, and all the more for it.
- How well executed?
Very well written. Like many submissive memoirs I've read, I still do doubt it's authenticity. Not it's authorship, which appears to be genuine, but the alleged day-to-day truth in description. It is of course possible to have had these experiences, of course, but so rarely do we find so much heady ecstasy with one partner that it makes me wary of anyone who claims that such experiences happened to them in the space of just a few weeks, let alone months or years. Nevertheless, well written, well constructed as a whole, and completely believable - true or otherwise.
- Overall reaction
I loved it. It was a really enjoyable read from start to finish. The characters aren't always likeable, just as in real life, and the situations aren't always comfortable, which reflects reality also. There's no editing of the narrative just to fit into a fantastical magical kink-realm here, which certainly adds weight to the true-story idea. There's too much "doing" and not enough "thinking" for my personal tastes - the same kind of writing style that turns me off Tolkien, too. But that is entirely, 100% subjective, and many many readers will adore this book. Set to become a re-read and re-re-read classic on my bookshelf. I had a hard time not giving this five stars ... so five it is!
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January 30, 2013
An interesting addition to the canon of BDSM literature. Based on true experiences and written in diary style, "Female Submissions" offers a considerably more unpolished account than other, more pulpy forms of raunchy literature. Unlike in purely fictional accounts, the protagonists talks about doubts, fears, disappointments and hick-ups as well. The sexual practices and form of BDSM might not be everybody's cup of tea but it should anyone even remotely interested in the scene. The language and figurism used by the author is a tad corny (god of the woods, pagan lovegod, beastman etc.) and might put some off, I know it always made me feel a bit awkward. All in all, a very readable book, if you are into this sort of stuff.
February 22, 2008
A quick little fix of non-fic BDSM erotica that was arousing to read. I devoured it over the course of 24 hours. The master/slave relationship that author experienced was tantalizing (although fairly extreme), however, I didn't really like the the author herself. Her snide thoughts about the appearance of others and petty drama, though limited, took away from my secondhand appreciation of her encounters.
Nevertheless, I will pass this book on to all like minded friends, as the meat of the book itself is a welcome hedonistic escape.
Nevertheless, I will pass this book on to all like minded friends, as the meat of the book itself is a welcome hedonistic escape.
February 1, 2013
It's a great read!, Feb. 1, 2013
I've had the pleasure, on several different occasions with several different female sex slaves, to play just as hard and dark as described in this book. Madelaine is a rare creature and any true Master will appreciate the depths of degradation and humiliation she's willing to endure for herself and her Master's pleasure. I recommend this book on many levels, but mostly, for the glimpse into the mind of a sexually, uninhibited, masochist.
By, King Pharaoh,
THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN HARDCORE BDSM WRITER
I've had the pleasure, on several different occasions with several different female sex slaves, to play just as hard and dark as described in this book. Madelaine is a rare creature and any true Master will appreciate the depths of degradation and humiliation she's willing to endure for herself and her Master's pleasure. I recommend this book on many levels, but mostly, for the glimpse into the mind of a sexually, uninhibited, masochist.
By, King Pharaoh,
THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN HARDCORE BDSM WRITER
April 11, 2008
I'm down to the last 30 pages or so of this book before I finish it, and I have to say that it's not one of my favourites, although at times enjoyable.
It's very repetitive, I've found myself wondering if I had skipped back pages only to read through again. The author claims it was from a personal journal, and the repetition confirms that. Not to mention I am not overly fond of the characters, which may make it even harder for me to enjoy it.
It's very repetitive, I've found myself wondering if I had skipped back pages only to read through again. The author claims it was from a personal journal, and the repetition confirms that. Not to mention I am not overly fond of the characters, which may make it even harder for me to enjoy it.
July 2, 2011
I became curious about BDSM after reading 50 shades. Was at the library at the checkout counter when I saw this and decided to scoop it up. Really detailed description of her experience and why she feels the need to be dominated. Some scenes were great for my curiosity, I learned a lot. But some were very extreme and shocking to me but overall a great sneak peak into that world.
January 20, 2008
so far this is an excellent read! i am almost done with this book and can't wait to finish! if you are interested in anything BDSM, this book is great...or, even if you just like a good interesting read :D
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