This is the first book I’ve read that I had to set down because it caused me to have a heaving fit (on two separate occasions, actually). As in, certain muscle groups in my body involuntarily contracted in a desperate attempt to push something that I had read out of my throat. Those were just… Continue reading Spoiler Alert: Girlvert by Oriana Small AKA Ashley Blue (2011)
Category: Reviews
Off the Street (2011)
I was excited to read and review Off the Street. The true story of Las Vegas vice cop Christopher Baughman, leader of the Pandering Investigation Team (PIT) and Human Trafficking Task Force, it seemed like the perfect read for a sex-work-loving, law enforcement supporter such as myself. The story begins when a prostitute on the… Continue reading Off the Street (2011)
The Playboy Club, or, What You Should Watch Tonight
We begin the show in a kind of POV thing where we go into the club and see Nick Dalton (who I assume is going to be a big deal) get his name up on the board after giving his key to the Bunny in the front door. I am already in love. He has dimples! … Continue reading The Playboy Club, or, What You Should Watch Tonight
The Girlfriend Experience (2009)
The “girlfriend experience” concept is really interesting. In escorting, the “GFE” is treating a client as you might a lover—you talk to them about their day, share a bit about yours, kiss, cuddle, and have an intimacy that goes beyond penetrative sex. Men want space to be vulnerable and talk about what they’re going through to… Continue reading The Girlfriend Experience (2009)
This Girl’s Life (2003)
I was initially really impressed by This Girl’s Life. The idea of a sassy, intelligent woman who does her job and doesn’t seem to take it too seriously really made me smile. I like when people treat sex work like a job, because that doesn’t happen in every film. Then I kept watching—it gets crazy!… Continue reading This Girl’s Life (2003)