“How to Bottom like a Porn Star” is a charmingly erotic guidebook on the expectations vs. realities of being on the “receiving end” of gay sex.
The book claims to be for individuals who are “too afraid to bottom” or “have tried bottoming and it hurt like hell.” I enthusiastically disagree. I am not afraid to bottom and most of the time it doesn't hurt when I do, however, I found this book to be very educational, even for “pro-bottomers.”
It was refreshing to have an author attack the stigmas that are associated with “bottoming.” I've been guilty of using the phrase “you can’t throw a cat in this town without hitting a bottom.” I now have a clearer explanation as to why some people (including myself) put the “top” on a pedestal. Ironically, the only porn advice that the author agreed with came from a “porn star” that tops, rather than any of the ones who bottom. But I've been enlightened with the idea of not labeling myself and others so “frankly.” I agree that “top and bottom” should be used as verbs, not titles.
I had always been curious about the usage of “poppers” in the gay community but I was too embarrassed to ask and too lazy to look it up. “How to Bottom like a Porn Star” explains why “poppers” are considered valuable to some individuals and the potential side-effects of abusing recreational drugs. Having said that, I do wish the “Question and Answer” section regarding drug-use was shorter; for a moment, I forgot I was reading a book about “bottoming.” Fewer drugs, more anal penetration… but I digress…
I’m one of those individuals who have a hard time getting over the “ick-factor” of bottoming. I have learned that a few of my own “pre-game rituals” can actually cause more harm than good and I should be wary of the possible consequences of excessive enema usage and consider the benefits of a high fiber diet. Like the author says, sometimes “shit happens.” But now I know why; I feel like an amateur gastroenterologist.
Honestly, I thoroughly enjoyed reading “How to Bottom like a Porn Star.” Not only will I recommend it to others, but I’ll keep it as a resource to refer back to every now and then. My biggest suggestion is that if there is a second edition, it should include a detailed section on condom usage… and maybe a few pictures… What? I’m a visual learner!
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paly6066
the 'drug section' was waaaaay too long and tiresome to listen to
Reviewed in Canada on March 28, 2016M B.
Not much to learn here if you already bottom
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 4, 2014