Love, Lust & Faking It

The Naked Truth About Sex, Lies, and True Romance

By: Jenny McCarthy

Narrated by: Julia Whelan

Length: 5 hrs and 29 mins

Publisher's summary

New York Times best-selling author Jenny McCarthy returns to her comic roots in this candid, wise, and witty look at women, men, sex, romance, heartbreak, love, and how (not) to fake it.

In Belly Laughs, Jenny McCarthy told you what you could really expect when you're expecting. In Baby Laughs and Life Laughs, she gave you the unfiltered ups and downs of motherhood and marriage. Now, in Love, Lust & Faking It, the inveterate truth teller turns the lights on for a funny, often poignant, and no-holds-barred look at the essence of relationships: love and sex.

Jenny explores the intensity of first love, introducing us to Tony, the boy of her teenage dreams, and Tubby, her dirty, sexy, stuffed teddy bear. She takes us on a whirlwind tour of the world of aphrodisiacs and fetishes, explains the importance of playing doctor and other nice and naughty fantasies, and gives thanks for the pleasures of chocolate. And she sets the story straight on STDs, man junk, and lady bits, why we really cheat, why women are master manipulators, the virtues of sex with the lights off, the power of a "loving no", the satisfaction of the perfect booty call, and so much more.

Filled with humorous stories about her own outrageous exploits - from becoming a Playboy Miss October to the pain of getting a discount boob job to meeting Brad Pitt - as well as the lessons she's learned from family, friends, and fans, Love, Lust & Faking It takes on a subject the sex symbol, mother, television star, comedian, and divorcée can be trusted to examine with nothing but unvarnished honesty and earthy humor. Throughout, Jenny reminds us to aim higher, believe in true love, and, most of all, be kind to ourselves. And to have lots of fun and sex - without faking it.

©2010 Jenny McCarthy (P)2010 HarperCollins Publishers

Jenny is one smart and entertaining lady.

I knew Jenny would right a funny book but I didn't expect to learn so much. I really enjoyed her frank stories and laughed many times and winced a few as well. I related to many incidents and a few hit very close to home. Jenny interviewed several experts and polled ordinary twitter folks as well to provide current opinions. I did find the book a bit long and was glad I was listening to it and not reading it. It was a good listen on a long (boring) road trip. I will certainly read more of Jenny's books.

It's ok

Would you try another book from Jenny McCarthy and/or Julia Whelan?

Sure.

What about Julia Whelan???s performance did you like?

She made an interesting story more enjoyable which made it much easier to get through the book. She is a good reader.

Was Love, Lust & Faking It worth the listening time?

Yes.

love love love

this is a great book! I love her and she makes this all make sense

Absolutely hilarious!!! Def recommend if!!!

Super funny and being narrated by author is always better!! Jenny has a way of taking things sad, serious and reflect back and interpret with humor! Great read!! Definitely recommend to anyone who wants to laugh out loud.

Jenny, you so fuuuuny

I really enjoyed this book, and am a big fan of anything that normalizes sexuality and gets people talking. For instance, all the girls in my office shared this book and giggled about it. I had a print copy first, and I picked it up and couldn't put it down. The only thing I would criticize is that not all of her sexuality information is 100% correct, but she doesn't claim to be. This is her experience and her opinion, so it added to the charm. Read it, listen to it!

ZI did not like it!

This book wasn’t for you, but who do you think might enjoy it more?

no one

Has Love, Lust & Faking It turned you off from other books in this genre?

yes

How did the narrator detract from the book?

it sounded all jumbled up

What reaction did this book spark in you? Anger, sadness, disappointment?

disappointment ,not what I thought it would be

Any additional comments?

did not like

Okay

I bought this book after reading her baby book which I thought was amazing. Super disappointed that she did not narrate herself. Really diminished the value.