Book Review: Full Frontal Feminism

This is the review I wrote for the book on amazon.com, I plan on going into more detail on certain aspects of the book soon:

When I find the time to read I vary between the classics and feminist books. Working in a predominantly male environment and having mostly male friends I really enjoy studying feminism, the women's movement, and related issues. I also find that my male friends are often more then willing to discuss many feminist issues and often are very educated on them. This book gives both men and women very little credit. While Jessica says feminism is not all about the stereotypical man hating, she rarely leaves you feeling she has much respect for men. When men are discussed you are left feeling that there are so many criteria to consider when finding men that are worth your time. I was particularly turned off in any of the sections that discussed dating. After going on and on about female sexuality, choices, and freedom she gives a list of what to look for as a feminist dating. One of the bullet points says don't sleep with republicans... really? Does Jessica really believe feminism is such a black and white issue? I believe really smart empowered women are able to look at issues individually instead of writing off every single republican. And that doesn't even take into effect that one chapter earlier she talks about how women should never have to feel bad for their sex life, did she forget to include the clause: unless you slept with a republican?

I have read some really amazing books about modern day feminism, feminism in the 21st century, and feminist books written to empower young women to take up the cause... this was not one of them.


Summary: Don't buy this book, go buy Female Chauvinistic Pigs instead.