[book club, part 4]
“Who doesn’t want to be looked at as a sex symbol?” said Shaina. “I always tell people, if I had a 23-inch waist and a great body, I would pose Playboy. You know all those guys are sitting there staring at you, awe-ing at you. That must be power.”
This woman’s odd view of female power really struck a chord with me the first time I read it. I think it clearly illustrates the unfortunate way many women approach their own sexuality: as a tool. And the primary way to gain some margin of power instead of appreciating and celebrating and enjoying it for its own sake.
But that’s just me.
If there was something about the book that struck you
or got you thinking
or amused you
or if you have a rant
or… whatever, post away!
(I’ll be the first to admit that there was a LOT more that could have been touched on)
and, Thanks very much to those who commented on this installment of the book club; I hope you enjoyed the book!
[…and check back this weekend for details about the next book…]
Bucking the Wave 