How to Make Love Like a Porn Star - A Cautionary Tale

Let me preface this review by stating that we have much bigger problems in this country than dirty books and pictures, such as our totally open southern border, but this book poses a lot of troubling questions about the porn industry and it's superstar performers, not to mention the contract performers who get chewed up and spit out on a fairly quick basis.

It is easy to see how things spiralled downward for Jenna Jameson, lose a mother in your early years, have a totally detached father, be abused and sexually molested and raped in your mid-teens, associate with drug dealers, bikers, tattoo artists, start stripping at 16, move into hard core porn at 18, but there is a nagging question here, often hinted at in the industry but either unanswered or ignored. Did Jameson continue in her downward spiral because of her early years, ending where she did or did she get into the business, willingly, and then do the spiral so as to be able to cope with what she began to do?

We can talk all we want about the liberated sexuality of recent times, but is it really normal and natural to have indiscriminate sex with strangers for the world to see? Can one carry out numerous sex acts without attachment for nothing more than a very good paycheck? There certainly cannot be much of an upside to random sex with the T.T. Boy's, Steven St. Croix's, and Randy West's of the world. One can just imagine the concern and empathy these "pillars" bring to their work.

There is this nagging undercurrent in the book that the world of hard core porn really does seriously and negatively impact those who work in the industry, but Jameson never broaches that issue, not once does she talk of what indiscriminate sex did to her, it is as if she could blame being dysfunctional because her early life was a train wreck then she could continue her life in hard core porn and either deny what it was doing to her or blame it on those early years. But then if she had then maybe the answers she would have reached would have shown her what she really and truly is, and her reaction to being alluded to what that was is truly telling.

As sad as it is, however, she was in the adult industry and she is an adult, so it is hard to be sympathetic or much care about what her chosen career did to her life.

I got this book because a friend recommended it. She's a porn star, her life must be interesting to end up in that situation. I couldn't put the book down, i read the whole thing in a day or two. Staying up until 4 am reading it. The back story of her childhood and her battles with herself shed some light into her past and present. I did not have high expectations by any means, but this was pleasantly surprising.

Anyone who enjoys sex would probably love this book. It's always been odd to me that so many are quick to judge strippers and porn stars. Although I've never fit into either category, I found that Jenna and I share many of the same experiences of our troubled past. You may find that you identify with her, have nothing in common with her, envy her or hate her. But, at least you're likely to admire her willingness to "lay it all out on the table". She shares very personal rape experiences, details of her drug abuse and addiction and the traumatic loss of her mother. She does all of this in a way that somehow still makes you laugh...without feeling guilty about it.

Most people have wondered at some point what it would be like to be the person that others fantasize about. This book gives a very detailed description of Jenna's role as the object of both men's and women's fantasies. She balances the erotic details very well with the painful reality of what that lifestyle can sometimes bring (addictions, constantly being judged by others, trouble maintaining relationships, etc.). All in all....this is a great read that's honest, sexy and funny. Loved it.

Reading this book has really changed my mind about Jenna Jameson, herself and the Adult Film industry. Yes it has its moments of XXX action, but you really get to know who she is as a person. It also makes you really think about the pathways other adult movie stars have taken and how they got there. I have to say that I must meet this woman and take picture with her. Not because of her movies, but because of her determined attitude and conviction to do whatever it take.

Well written, for the most part, and opens your mind to view the world differently and makes you think twice about judging someone until you know what their all about. Thank you for telling your story, Jenna!

Love this book. I was just curios about Jennas life and how she got to where she is now. I read this in two days! I couldnt put it down. Its a longer than I expected but I went through it fast. Easy read. However there are a lot of nude pics in the book so if youre looking for a book to read on the train, plane, at school, w/e, I also suggest using a sheet of paper as a book mark to cover the pics as you read. Shes had an amazingly interesting life and i suggest reading this book!

I was disappointed that the book fell apart the first day I opened it. I think the binding on the soft covered book I purchased was very cheap, so then it was not a good deal. The book was not what I expected but the auto/bio was well written if one really wanted to hear about the family life of Jenna (Jamison)--I didn't. The title was deceiving except for "A Cautionary Tale". I should have noticed!! Both the physical book and the content left me feeling duped and out $15.00... oh well, live and learn.

Jenna Jameson’s autobiography, there is a belief that porn is meant to be the unfurling of a fantasy---In Jenna’s tell-all tale we learn that everything has purpose: the implants were to enhance her film career, the pale lipstick to make her lips look larger, the dark cat-like eyeliner to make her look older

Surprisingly, this was a rather decent book. A little difficult to follow sometimes in chapters with family dialogue, but overall, eye opening and interesting. I would recommend this book to friends.

If you read books to be entertained then I recommend this book. If you have a religious or conservative agenda, you're not likely to like this book. Therefore, you have a disparity of opinion in reviews. I do not watch porn movies and have only seen her on Howard Stern or E! TV. Sometimes she is attractive and sometimes I find her to be overrated. But she projects a friendly, engaging personality that I think draws people to her.

This is an autobiography which may confuse some people by the title. But there are touches of "How to Make Love Like at Porn Star". Specifically, the testimonial from the unidentified male porn star. Not a picture of a glamorous life but well worth the read.

But in the end this is an autobiography of a young girl who gets in with the wrong crowd and by 16 she is stripping and living with a much older tattoo artist with a serious meth addiction. Jenna is good at her craft and quickly moves from dancer to model to porn performer and along the way develops relationship and drug problems. For people who do not like strippers/porn stars, you'll see all the stereotypes that you expect.

It's interesting to hear her tell her story with her point of view. Is she always right? Of course not. Can she be a very tough witch that you wouldn't want to be around? Absolutely. But at the end of the day, she's developed a great career in her chosen field and is making a lot of money. AND, she's written a very entertaining book.

The honesty in this book is at times distressing and difficult to read. That is probably what makes this such a fascinating look into the life and experience of one of the most famous porn stars ever.

I absolutely LOVED this book!!

Jenna Jameson is not only beautiful, but a great story teller that lures you in, and keeps you captivated throughout this entire book!

I couldn't put this book down, Highly Recommend.

Way better than what I was expecting!! I looked forward to reading this every time I picked up my kindle! It wasn't just sex either! Very interesting insight into the business and the life of a celebrity! I hope to find another like it but good luck! Would def recommend this to just about anyone! I wouldnt mind reading it again myself!

It was an amazing story about Jamie Jamison's life. She had many heart breaks but came back stronger each time. It showed determation at making yourself the best at what ever goal you set out to reach.

Absolutely loved this book. Funny and energetic but, also shows a side of Jenna that hasn't been seen before. Learning she wasn't just the porn star with the great boobs but, sensitive
and insightful. I definitely recommend this book to anyone.

i abosultely love this book. towards the end of the book she gives really good details on certain sexual positions to add 'spice' to sex. Believe me they work. this is definitely a must read. never a dull moment.