And They Were Not Ashamed: Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment

Finally! a book about physical intimacy and marital ONEness that is comprehensive, in-depth and frank, yet respectfully reverent—written to address the unique perspective and concerns of women, while shining a light into the mysteries of the female heart and mind. And They Were Not Ashamed--Strengthening Marriage through Sexual Fulfillment, by Laura M. Brotherson, is the ultimate how-to handbook—power-packed with hope and help for creating a mutually fulfilling intimate relationship.
As three books in one, this "marriage book," "sex book" and "parenting book":
* Shines light and truth on the intimate marital relationship, restoring sex to its proper position as ordained of God
* Effectively addresses, with self-help solutions, the emotional, spiritual and physical intimacy issues that plague so many marriages
* Provides principles and practices to help parents teach and better prepare their children for intimacy and lasting fulfillment in marriage.

Customer Reviews:

One of the best books I have read ...

By David "Knowledge Tree Books" - January 21, 2006

Laura Brotherson's book "And They Were Not Ashamed" is one of the best books I have ever read. Laura takes on the sensitive, yet crucial topic of marital intimacy with great reverence and candor using Christian-based teachings. No other book (apart from the scriptures) in my memory has had such an impact on my life. Though written especially for women, this book is equally as informative and helpful for husbands to help them better understand the intimate needs and concerns of their wives (emotional needs and female sexual response). Men can also benefit by learning to overcome their own inhibitions and misunderstandings about sex. Read it together as a couple!

Laura's book covers not only physical intimacy, but emotional and spiritual as well. It also discusses the great importance of teaching our children correct principles about sex and how we can go about teaching them.

I highly recommend this book to all married couples and those planning for marriage. It... read more

Clear and comprehensive, essential information for newlyweds and oldlyweds

By GlennHole - December 23, 2005

This book is easily the best in its class of LDS based sex/marriage books. It is really great! Although written primarily to women, there is a wealth of relationship saving insight on offer here for men also. This is essential reading for the engaged couple, the newly married, or otherwise, the happily married or otherwise.

Rightfully concluding that societal convention, media extremism, church attitudes, and parental embarrassment have played roles in painting the wrong picture of sex; as something sinful, dirty, immoral, painful and distasteful, and barely allowed even after marriage, Brotherson's book is a tonic for all of us. With such negative, marriage stunting attitudes present in the average good LDS girl and boy's mindset, there is a desperate need for bold, appropriate sex education and Laura's book delivers! She fearlessly addresses this problem with a number of intelligent statements from other authors, medical professionals, church authorities and scripture... read more

Complete coverage of the topic of intimacy within marriage

By Mark - July 28, 2004

My wife, an LCSW who has practiced individual and family counseling, and has read many different books addressing this subject said 'And They Were Not Ashamed' was the most complete of any she has read and she felt the part about discussing sex with our children will especially help us in our parenting. I commend the author for having the courage to discuss the topic so openly and frankly. I believe there is an urgent need for it; I also believe the author was inspired to write this book and hopefully others will be enriched the way my wife's and my intimate relationship has been.