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The tips on matching intensity to mood are actually useful, not just fluff. We started with the rosy chapter and it felt both playful and intimate, exactly what we hoped for.

I bought this as a playful gift and we ended up reading half of it out loud before putting it to use — the way it breaks down intensity levels from "rosy" to "leaving marks" made it so easy to find our comfort zone.

The section on the range of intensity—from barely rosy to leaving marks—is exactly what I needed as a beginner, and it covers both the playful and serious sides really well. The writing is clear and practical, so I felt confident trying things out that first weekend. It’s definitely earned a permane