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The Game of Desire Audiobook Summary

Women: gain control and confidence in your love lives and find the relationship you want with this modern, life-changing guide from the certified sex educator, intimacy expert, and YouTube personality.

For younger generations, dating is a complicated mystery. Apps like Tinder and Bumble are supposed to foster connection, but instead serve as a reminder of how painfully single we are.

Certified sexologist and intimacy coach Shan Boodram–the most sought-after sex educator on the internet–is about to change all that. In this essential how-to guide, she addresses the realities of life today–when the rules of love and attraction are fluid–and teaches a group of young women how to become master daters in just sixty days.

It starts with you. Shan makes clear that love and self-discovery go hand in hand–your dating life is just as much about you as it is about other people. She challenges you to look inside yourself for what you want out of a partner, a relationship and, most important, yourself. Once you figure out what you want from dating, she shows you exactly how to get it. The Game of Desire empowers you to take the lead, learn your strengths, and identify and correct your weaknesses, all the while getting inspired watching a group of women learn how to succeed in today’s dating pool.

While many books tell women why they can’t get a date, Shan teaches you the skills and techniques necessary to take charge in today’s competitive and often confusing dating scene, providing the tools essential to attract–and retain–the partner(s) you want. From learning love languages to debunking dating myths, she helps women build knowledge and confidence.

Featuring conversational case studies, comprehensive facts about the psychology of sex and romance, and expert insight into sex culture, and written with her trademark humor and charm, The Game of Desire is a must for all of Shan’s fans and for every woman struggling to feel loved and desired.

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The Game of Desire Audiobook Narrator

Shannon Boodram is the narrator of The Game of Desire audiobook that was written by Shannon Boodram

Shannon Boodram is a Los Angeles-based sex educator, popular YouTube personality, and intimacy expert. Boodram has appeared on The View, MTV, E!, Fox News, CNN, The New York Times, Forbes, and TIME Magazine. She is a contributing writer for Freeform’s original series, The Bold Type and the host of Facebook original show Make Up Or Break Up. She lives in Los Angeles.

About the Author(s) of The Game of Desire

Shannon Boodram is the author of The Game of Desire

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The Game of Desire Full Details

Narrator Shannon Boodram
Length 7 hours 50 minutes
Author Shannon Boodram
Category
Publisher HarperAudio
Release date July 23, 2019
ISBN 9780062917577

Subjects

The publisher of the The Game of Desire is HarperAudio. includes the following subjects: The BISAC Subject Code is Interpersonal Relations, Psychology

Additional info

The publisher of the The Game of Desire is HarperAudio. The imprint is HarperAudio. It is supplied by HarperAudio. The ISBN-13 is 9780062917577.

Global Availability

This book is only available in the United States.

Goodreads Reviews

Meghan

September 26, 2019

I WISH I had this book in 2016 when I was crying on my bedroom floor about how I just wanted to be in love. Even though I am now in a relationship, this book still has given me so much helpful advice on communication skills, how to gauge someone’s interest, how to show someone yours, how to understand my love language & COMMUNICATE IT... & SO much more! I really suggest this read if you subscribe to the “men are trash” mantra or use your dating apps as something to just pass time or laugh at amongst your friends. Love shouldn’t be something you have thrown your hands up at in annoyance. This book truly does give you suggestions on how to work the dating game in your favor & tests REAL EXPERIMENTS with the lessons! That was my favorite part! So much real life explanation & details on how it went or what could be done better. Shan is someone I have enjoyed watching on YouTube for many reasons, but this book made the #1 reason as clear as day! This woman KNOWS HER SHIT & she explains it well. She does not beat around the bush, point you in a bad direction, or spare your feelings. I appreciated her honesty throughout this novel & recommend it to anyone who has put love as a low priority in their life. Go find you some! You deserve it!

Charlotte

July 28, 2019

I had no clue what to expect because I had only planned on getting the book next year. I then saw Shan’s post on IG about an audible version (I live in South Africa) and downloaded it immediately.I. Do. Not. Regret that at all. It was such a great listen. So easy to follow. For me, what helped was being able to identify myself in some of the women’s journeys and it gave me such breakthroughs into my own psyche. Defo gave me food for thought to share with my therapist and get me on to the right path for change. I’ll defo do the challenge but modify some aspects (asking friends and family for blind spots and not any ex).Now we just need a version for men to work through their issues and our world will be a little better.

Lineal

July 25, 2019

What I love about this book is how wholesome Shan Boody is in her advices. She doesn't have any rigid idea of gender and doesn't spend time on the pittiness of Cosmo-esque dating advices, like waiting to text people or playing hard to get. Also, she emphasizes the importance to set expectations Instead she advocates for embracing your boldest self and finding your way to seduce others. She's a pioneer I hope more of us will follow to seduce first ourselves and then the people we chose to :) Finally, the writing's is much better than in self-help books and definitely doesn't feel stretched, if anything I wish the book would be longer! Keep up the good work and I hope I get the chance to meet you one day!

Daniella

May 13, 2020

4.5/5I loved the audiobook but the thing that sucks is I didn’t grasp who each girl was until halfway through. Just because audiobooks are hard for me to focus on, no fault of Shan’s. Actually going to reread this one to get the full picture. But wow this was juicy and so insightful. Shannon did a fantastic job researching and thoroughly conducting an experiment

Tiara

September 02, 2019

Good and interestingI really liked this book. There were interesting activities that you could do that truly help you learn about yourself. This book isn't about learning how to please and attract a significant other. It's about knowing who you are, what you want and being confident enough to push yourself and go after what you want whether this means love or a career. But to always remember to love and take care of you.

Sieara

July 31, 2019

Indispensable information that everyone who wants to connect with other humans need. Shan is funny and honest. The women’s stories are relatable. We’ve all been one of them. Afraid to show our light. This book shows us how to come into our own. Can’t wait to implement this program into my life!!!

Rachel

October 08, 2019

I've followed Shannon by watching her videos for some years now, and this book is literally a compilation of the greatest things she teaches in an ordered, digestable treat!The book goes far beyond the title; it's a kick up the ass to be introspective, understand yourself better, figure out what makes you tick, then building the courage and skills necessary to go out to get what you want!For me, it's serving as a component on my "figuring myself out" journey (which is a constant one), and I would highly recommend it to anyone that wants the same. I would further recommend it to those looking to take the driver's seat in building meaningful connections in whatever way that looks for them!I adore the pride Shannon takes in her work and the love she pours into it. This book truly is a reflection of that, and then some. Major love and respect to her and the participants!

Amy

May 11, 2020

Let me just say, I am taken. However, I still read this book because I follow Shannon but also, I had a feeling I could still get something out of it. Wow, did I learn. The first phase of this book is all about introspection and I absolutely loved it. I learned so much about myself and for the exes portion, I still went through it with my boyfriend and me if it applied and it really solidified why we have been able to be together for so long. There is always room for improvement so please if you are taken, don't pass this book by.And of course, I sent this book to all my single friends. I seriously wish I had this when I was feeling perpetually single.

Janice

February 10, 2020

This book is quite interesting you. The vulnerability and the realness. I like it

Ell,

May 04, 2022

This reminded me of Tim Ferriss' "4-hour" series, but for women who want to date better. Shan brings dating techniques together, for women, all in one place. In this book she runs several women thru these methods, bootcamp style, with the goal of skill to secure a high value match. Supplementary materials are available to help readers learn and use everything covered in the book, systematically. Most people, especially women, will learn a lot about dating better from this book.

A'Leah

October 01, 2019

This is a must read. I wish it was out when I was single, but has been an amazing tool even being married. I honestly fell like I know more about myself and my partner.

Karla

August 27, 2019

The Game of Desire is a complete game changer! I’ve legit told all my single friends about it. I devoured it in 3 days! I feel much more attuned to myself and what I want after Shan’s book and homework—for real! Such an easy and fun read as well. I felt really connected to the women going through Shan's experiments and felt myself cheering for their success not just because they're great but also because it meant "if they can do it, so can I!"

Eliza

August 07, 2019

Absolutely loved this book. I’ve followed Shan’s work for years so when she announced this book I was already all in. It took me a while to read because I don’t like when good books end too soon, but this book is full of so much information. Not only will it help you win at dating, but life in general. I will defiantly be going back to go through to work through the program. Everyone should read this book.

Martha

August 06, 2019

Loved this...

Nkhensani

October 26, 2020

2020 is absolutely the "anything can happen" year, so it makes sense that I would purposely read and engage with a type of book I have always been suspicious of: the dating how-to guide. I'm familiar with Shannon Boodram and her work online. I think she's interesting: very passionate about sexual health and advocating for pleasure. She does her research and shares information that makes you think. But still, I always thought, "nah, not for me". It felt awkward to be accepting "coaching" about something as uniquely personal as relationships and love. A recent life event had me running towards all the self-help books I could find. I thought if my own voice made no sense then maybe those of others would. I wanted to find a text that would help me understand and move through my life in this moment. Boodram's book did just that. Written in the same bold, curious, charming style that is her signature everywhere online, it is a case study on dating for those who are only just learning that the perfect partner will not just show up on the doorstep to answer all your prayers. Through stories from the workshops she ran with six women looking to learn how to make themselves more powerful and confident in all their interactions - not only, as I was pleasantly surprised to learn, in romantic situations - Boodram teaches that any task can be handled masterfully if we will all just take the time to strategise, practice and implement. Readers can follow along with the tests given in the workshop while also absorbing the research and science that backs it all up. You will learn how to flirt, but you will also be prompted to ask yourself serious questions about why you want a relationship in the first place. I enjoyed the idea of a "job description" being used to narrow down the potential partner you are searching for. Of course it's easier to find the right people when you put out the right call. Take this list a little more seriously than you would your regular bio and you'll save yourself a lot of trouble. I did the personality tests and homework assignments in the middle part of the book and it was quite intensive. It was something I really needed in that moment as it offered an outlet for my mixed emotions. The case studies are presented in narrative form, so there are happy but not altogether perfect endings to wrap up the book. This could easily have turned into a compilation of data between two bright covers, but it was crafted thoughtfully, making it entertaining, challenging and informative all at the same time. I am not going to declare it the ultimate relationship Bible because I am not a reviewer for Cosmopolitan looking for attention, but I can say with confidence that it put a lot of things in perspective for me and left me excited to approach all my future relationships with a new attitude.

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