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[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "My Journey To Polyamory And Back" by Natalie Loveleen.]

My Journey To Polyamory And Back by Natalie Loveleen is based on the author's real-life experience in her open relationship with other men. Polyamory is known for "having a multiple relationship" without hurting (really?) your wedded husband or wife, a type of ethical cheating as long as it's based on mutual respect. Both spouses agreed to have affairs with other people without letting go of each other, which is called having an open relationship.

Natalie is a bit frustrated when an essential part of her life isn't met anymore by her husband, Oliver. She confided in her best friend Veronica, who was already on the polyamory journey unbeknownst to Natalie. Natalie takes a moment to reminisce about her past and how she met Oliver, her husband, and her so-called "nice family guy." Fast forward: Oliver started dating other women when he agreed to try a polyamorous type of relationship. Natalie highlighted three men, Gael, Noah, and Daniel, in her "open relationship with other men." Will Natalie stay in the polyamorous relationship forever? Will Natalie and Oliver fix their marriage by engaging in polyamorous relationships? 

I encountered the word "polyamory" when I came across this book. It's a bit interesting to me, as well as gaining new knowledge that this type of relationship ever existed. I like that the author explains the three basic models for engaging in these "polyamorous" relationships. Though polyamorous relationships might be similar to polygamous relationships, they have different ways of handling relationships. The only common denominator is polyamory, and polygamous types of relationships don't take monogamous relationships seriously. 

Furthermore, I like the way Natalie explains when she is longing for satisfaction in life—even her inner child longed for love and attention. She is very true to herself when she tries to find satisfaction in her job, in her hobby, or in her friends. I rated this book 5 out of 5 stars because of the author's enthusiasm for helping others through her book. Her polyamory journey might be a good lesson for those in marriage who are having tough times. Is it really good to take on this type of relationship? Natalie's experience might broaden women's thinking, especially in the possible emotional distress towards their multiple relationships. 

This book is embedded with polyamory terms, opinions, or suggestions along with specific rules, agreements, and boundaries. It has a fast-paced narrative from Natalie's perspective. The editing is exceptionally well edited, because I don't see any errors in this short book. I least like it when suddenly the author shifts to explain the polyamory terms in the middle of her narrative. In my opinion, I prefer to read those polyamory terms before or after the narrative.

I recommend this book to those who are trying to explore more about their relationship yet are already living the so-called "American dream." Those who want to know more about polyamory will find this book enthralling. If you are already in this type of relationship, let yourself understand the meaning of "relationship escalator," "feeling of compersion," "veto power," and "metamour" in the life of Natalie. Moreover, the book may be a sensitive topic for religious people who are very strict about having a monogamous relationship. 

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If you are seeking ways to cheat on your spouse without causing them any pain, this book can serve as a valuable guide for you. It will help you understand whether this is a wise decision or not.

As someone who knows what a polyamorous relationship is, I wouldn't really read this book. Although the review is good and it explains very well the plot and what is the main theme in there, I don't feel like reading it. Good job on the review though!

A NOVEL BY NATALIE LOVELEEN WHICH IS TALKING ABOUT POLYAMORY RELATIONSHIPS WHICH CONSISTS OF HAVING SEVERAL RELATIONSHIPS WITHOUT HURTING HUSBAND OR WIFE. POLYAMORY RELATIONSHIPS SIMILAR TO POLYGAMOUS RELATIONSHIPS.
A SENSITIVE BOOK FOR STRICTLY RELIGIOUS PEOPLE ABOUT HAVING A MONOGAMOUS RELATIONSHIP.GOOD REVIEW

I am not interested in this book since this type of relationship doesn’t appeal to me. Everyone has their own opinions, however. Congratulations on BOTD!

I have to wonder if you can have a polyamory relationship without anyone getting hurt. I do not think I could keep from being jealous if I knew my husband was with someone else. Thank you for your review.

I am not seeking a polyamorous relationship, nor am I curious about what it entails. Sounds like a valuable experience to read about if this topic interests you or you’re seeking sometime aside from monogamy!

Polyamory certainly is a topic not everyone can appreciate, and I find the author courageous to share her own life experience. I can imagine being emotionally distressed, since it goes against everything so many of us are thought since childhood.

I always thought that a poly relationship is multiple people in a relationship together and an open relationship is something different altogether. Not for me, polyamory and this book I mean.

I am not into relationships actually, there are so much complications. Especially it involves multiple relationships, that is really a headache for me. Anyway congratulations on book of the day

Very interesting premise. This review makes me want to read the book to see new perspectives. A great review.

I don't think I can thrive in an open marriage. I don’t see how people in such relationships can keep from hurting each other.

As this is a topic I'm very interested in I would love to read it. I'm always so interested in the different realities of people's lives. I would love to know what Natalie and Oliver's journey led to. Is this something they continued or did it heal their need for exploration and settle them back into their marriage. Great topic. You would have to have an open mind though if you're going to read it.

I'm sorry, I don't think I will read this book. I don't agree with something like polyamory. In my opinion it isn't something you should even consider in a relationship. Thanks for the review though.

Although I am uninterested and personally consider this polyamory as absurd, I'll love to read this book with the sole intention of being exposed to people's opinions. Nice review. Congratulations on winning BOTD.