I decided to buy this over Gordon Inkeles' arbitrarily, and I have read through it once so far. I already feel ready to use the techniques that are so thoroughly and sensually described. The photos are usually helpful and tasteful (Puritans be damned!) and the sections on oil selection, etc, are well presented. It's a little over the top on creating a sensual environment -- not all of us always have the time or money to create the lavish dens so described, but it does create a tastefully erotic tone for the entire book. I haven't used the techniques yet, but again, I feel confident just knowing a small portion of what is written. Highly recommended, though I'll try other books too as my experience grows. One star? Seems impossible.