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Swing

By: Ashleigh Renard
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Perfectionist mom takes doing it all to the next level as the world’s worst attempted swinger

Raised in figure skating, Ashleigh brought the quest for perfectionism into marriage and motherhood, striving for the highest level of difficulty while trying to make it all appear effortless and beautiful. Hilarious, heartbreaking, and hopeful, what will she do when she realizes she has taken "doing it all" to a level she never intended?

©2021 Ashleigh Renard (P)2022 Ashleigh Renard
Biographies & Memoirs Marriage & Long-Term Partnerships Funny Inspiring Witty Heartfelt
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“Renard’s narrative voice is lighthearted and witty...a thoughtful work that delves into the intricacies of marriage and longing.” (Kirkus Reviews)

"Swing is the sexiest, funniest, most deeply felt memoir you will read this year." (Andromeda Romano-Lax, author of Annie of the Wolves and Behave)

Swing is fearless and funny, the perfect book for women who want marriage and motherhood to feel like a breathtaking adventure.” (Alia Volz, author of Home Baked: My Mom, Marijuana, and the Stoning of San Francisco)

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Unique and Wonderful

This book was surprising. I was a little startled by some of the sexy content (Some say I should read the synopsis, but I find they often give away the good parts like movie trailers do *grin* ;)
but I actually found the honesty of the experiences freeing in a way that let me relax and look at my own beliefs and stereotypes.
It was also surprising that this story could be so light and funny while being so raw and vulnerable. I appreciated the introspection and the lack of whining and/or preachy that I find in a lot of other memoirs.
The story is interesting and unique, but I think listening to the author read makes it even more powerful and endearing.
Great find.

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Shockingly and beautifully relatable!

In a world that needs more symmetry, amazing on so many levels. Highly recommend to anyone.

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poor title

this was a self help book for the author, by the author. very little about swinging

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she is so real!

Her story of life is so funny and she's great at building the back story so you completely understand what was going on

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incredible!

A fantastic journey of self discovery. loved it! Ashleigh's journey is one for both men and women.

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Really much deeper and more meaningful than I was expecting

I actually didn’t know what this book was about until I started to listen. As I listened, I assumed it would be a somewhat one dimensional story of alternate lifestyles, but the journey of self discovery, personal growth, and ultimately transformation was very inspiring. I really exceptional book!

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Came for the sex, stayed for the story

Sex is the hook.
And in this case, it's the beautiful message.

This is not a book full of smut.
Though there may be a little in there ;)

This is not a wild tale full of unbelievable or sensational characters.
I found the author's candor refreshing and totally relatable.

What this is is a wonderfully balanced, thought-provoking, intimate, and thoroughly entertaining listen.

If you're even the slight bit curious, I'd encourage you to give it a listen.

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a great listen

Ashleigh's narration is calming and insightful. she gives you a peek into the private life of a mom trying to become self aware while figuring out what's best for her and her family

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Hoping

I had high hopes for this book after following her account on Instagram. Unfortunately, it didn't quite read the way I was wishing.

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Mix of relationship, personal development, and swing culture

While somewhat misleading, the book had some very insightful concepts of developing yourself and understanding your relationship with the culture around you.

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