This book had some interesting insight into an alternative way to connect with your partner beyond just the physical, to include emotional and a heartfelt connection. It gave me some things to think about and consider, not sure if I will put into practice some of the sexual suggestions or not. But I enjoyed the mindfulness breathing techniques and might put some of those exercises into practice. Thank you netgalley for making this book available to me and allowing me to try something a little different.

I wasn't sure what to expect with this book as it is not a subject area that I normally read about. I can't say I completely engaged with it but it is a step in the right direction.

How refreshing! I wish I was given this 10 years ago! I am in my early thirties and it reflects how I want to explore and develop - it is not just for teenagers. If you want to create a healthier relationship with sex this is worth reading in order to widen your options. It provides some useful practical exercises as well as different ways to approach certain elements. A real easy read, very engaging and completely non judgmental in any way. Enjoy!

This book is good if you know what it's about before hand.. I thought that this was a work of fiction. This is more of an informational piece. As, an informational piece, I think that this book was well done.

Intended mainly for young adults, this guide may actually be helpful to almost anyone who is looking for a deeper, mire i timage and mindful connection.

'Cool' sex does not necessarily mean more current or trendy forms of lovenaking, but is meant as an adjective to be distinguished from so-called 'hot' sex, which may be exciting in its own way, but still leave a certain amount of dissatisfaction afterwards, and here the sciencecis in the hormones:. the fast and furious 'wham, bam' kind is, according to this book, more fuelled by dopamine, bringing cheap highs that burn out more quickly. There are other hormones in play that do not, and it is these that the writers suggest will come into play for a more deeply enjoyable kind of sex.

As might already be guessed, this book is really sexing up an old idea for a new generation: that of the ancient practise of tantra - or neo tantra (some of the old yogas may be undesirable in the context here). The aim is to focus a little less on the destination or goal (the orgasm) and more on the journey (mindful, mutual pleasuring). The reader will just have to try some of the techniques described here to see if they really can deepen the experience of love.

Describing different types of orgasms according to which organ is stimulated most seemed a little less helpful - my understanding for example is that differentiating between clitoral and vaginal orgasms was just a psychoanalytical myth, though I have had of the g-spot. The idea that there might be an even more mystical spot further up was quite some news, though the idea of tantra always was that retaining vital energies can and do find their way up the main chakras. This book steers away from pursuing this path too strenuously - the aims here are simply, more to do with making recommendations for a more profound quality to enjoying sex and intimacy.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me an eARC of this book.

A book like this, being published in 2020, should be WAY more diverse. This book’s focus is on male/female sex and barely touches on LGBTQ+ and really leaves out a lot. How can you use this book as a tool to educate when a good portion of the population is left out? Yes, the LGBTQ+ community is mentioned but that’s about it. I’m quite disappointed by this book.

DNF
I was really sad to not like this. I thought it would be exactly the book about sex that I always wanted. The one that would've helped younger me with edicating herself om the subject and becokong less self conscious about sex, discussing it, having it, etc.
However, I didn't mesh with the writing and it felt like it was trying to hard to be relatable? Which may be what teens these days need, but I would have much preferred something a little more clinical. Something that gave you an overview on the subject, taught you about it properly and addressed the insecurities individuals can have about it.
As stated, I didn't finish it. So it might well discussed those things. But the writing just wasn't for me.

Like the title suggests, this is definitely a book that has a target audience of young adults. This is the book in lieu of having "the talk!" This modern day book is the introduction of how to explore one owns body as well as one's significant other. What comes to mind with this book is sexual mindfulness.

Thank you to Diana Richardson, Wendy Doeleman, the publisher, and NetGalley for this advanced reader copy in exchange for my honest review.

Not what I expected at all. Some parts definitely fit Into the young adult genre however some of it felt dumped straight in from an adult tantric sex book.

There are much better sex education books out there

This made for a very fascinating book. I definitely think that if this is your kind of book then you will certainly be happy with the contents. I recommend people to have a read and determine your own thoughts and opinions on this book. Good luck is in order for the author and publisher.

This was my first time hearing about cool sex in context. It was an interesting read. While marketed towards young adults, it can be read by any adult- especially if their relationship is in a rut. I do like the emotional connection that can be achieved through cool sex. The authors are definitely knowledgeable on the subject.

By the description, genre, and title, my expectations were off. Being classified as a New Adult book, I found the “explanations and practical tips” lacking. I’m full aware this isn’t a step by step or anything like that, just going off of what my initial thought was when I requested this book. With that said, I had a hard time getting through the book and really didn’t take much away from it so this wouldn’t be something I would buy myself.

While this book has a place in a public library, I'm not sure I can make it work in a public school collection. Not what I thought it was, so I'm truly grateful for the opportunity to read it beforehand.

This book is not necessarily geared toward the ages of 15-25, those older than 25 can benefit as well. The first 100 pages are so may turn the LGBTQ community away. The book is geared towards male and female sexual intercourse. The LGBTQ community is mentioned briefly.

The tips and tricks are solely for tantric sex. This book can be used in tandem with sexual education courses. To avoid STDs and STIs please utilize condoms, research the proper way to put them on. One can learn a number of tantric techniques, deep breathing and building intimacy.

I received this book in exchange for an honest review.
I really loved the idea of the book. I really admired the author for writing a book meant to educate young adult on sex education. It was a really educating read for me. The only thing I didn’t really like about the book was how it was written. As a young adult I couldn’t really connect with the writing. But overall it was an okay approach to informing teenagers about sex.

I wasn't sure what to expect from this book and really only picked it up because the cover looked interesting. I really didn't enjoy this book though and found myself skimming through it rather than reading it. It just didn't hold my attention and wasn't a book for me.

First of all, I would like to thank NetGalley and the Publisher for this ARC.
I wasn't really sure what to expect with this book, because I choose it due to the interesting title and cool cover.
Overall I enjoyed the book, but wasn't necessarily enthralled with it. I think it is a good book for people in their 20s and one of those defining decade type of books.

Really great book that's definitely a must read for young adults. It's the kind of book most people won't even know they need, and there were amazing takeaways that are extremely relevant in a world where millennial are under constant scrutiny due to social media culture, impacting everything, including their sex lives. Additionally, this is great for readers of Come As You Are by Emily Nagasaki who want a more mindfulness based approach.