Chapter 7 Summary and Analysis

This chapter begins with a story revolving around a man and woman in a bondage scene, where the female is bound and experiences a gambit of sensation following blindfolding and binding. The authors then proceed to explain how to set up such a bondage scene. Lights, music, clothing, foods, wines and any other items must be planned ahead of time. The authors suggest allowing considerable time for a bondage scene to play out. They also suggest several safety precautions when dealing with bondage.

First, three-eighth inch rope is the minimum that should be used, since thinner cord can cut the skin too easily. Rope on any vital organ, throat, or shoulders should be avoided. Suspension with ropes is possible, but should only be done by experts, since the dangers are higher. Further, anyone binding another person should be skilled and the...