Power Circuits: Polyamory in a Power Dynamic

I really enjoyed this book for several reasons. First the book sets out to address exactly what the title prepares you for. This is addressing two very different very heavy areas and combining the two. The author does an excellent job addressing each subject separately and then addressing them together. He addresses the topics in a well thought out manner and looks at the issues from what seems like all angles. He doesn't address this as though it's a cake walk, and he expresses the drawbacks as well as the benefits. Another reason I really enjoyed this book is because it really makes you think. I found myself questioning aspects of alternative lifestyles on a whole new level. I really appreciate a book that can make me think as thoroughly as this one did. If you are involved in a power dynamic you should probably read this book; even if you aren't interested in polyamory at the moment. If you are interested in polyamory and happen to be in a power dynamic you should definitely read this book...even if you have been practicing both for some time you may find some helpful things in this book. Very good book...I'm glad I found it.

This is the book I wish I had had when I started adding kink into my polyamory. Raven writes clearly and lucidly about the issues that come up when you mix polyamory and power dynamics, both good and bad, and discusses ways of dealing with them. He doesn't load all the responsibility on either side of the slash, either; masters are called to responsibility for what they own, and subs are called to transparency and adult ways of behavior and interaction. His open discussion of his own relationships and issues that have come up are helpful, and I think that even as an experienced poly kinkster I'll come away from this with a lot of tools useful in keeping my relationships healthy and happy.Quite honestly, if you're thinking about polyamory and kink, read this book!

This is very well written and has a lot of information, but I found that it was definitely more directed towards those on the top side of a dynamic than to those on the bottom. I found the majority of the information to be directed towards M-types who would be guiding the relationship, rather than to s-types wanting help with dealing with various different situations. I recommend it for any M-types that are wanting to transition a previously monogamous relationship into something else or who are looking for advice as to how to balance a poly relationship as the head of the household, as that's what it's primarily focused towards. So definitely a good book but not quite as useful for those on the bottom as I would have liked it to be.

This was beneficial to me because I am fairly new to lifestyle and new to a poly, M/s dynamic. It was helpful to hear how others have made things work for them.

Purchased this as a gift. Recipient was very happy with it and the information it gave.

Raven Kaldera has got it going on. He manages to respect to all ideas and peoples involved whilst also explaining in very plain language his understanding of the topics and terms at hand. While not a beginner's book, I found it very refreshing and affirming that he had answers for reactions and questions others might have, and really enjoyed that the biggest takeaway was to communicate. This one's going to stay on my shelf for the rest of my life.

Ravan Kaldera has again produced a thoughtful and well written book that appeals to those of us living an alternative lifestyle. Being pagan, poly and kinky ( particularly in a power exchange relationship) has it's own set of challenges that are simply unfathomable by those who don't live it. Raven DOES and touches upon the common problems with great insight as to how to correct the behavior. Or prevent problems from arising in the first place.Highly recommend this book for anyone curious about being Poly and living within the constraints of a Power Exchange.. Good stuff here but I recommend anything he writes as a worthy addition to your library.

Great book. This book is very specific to these populations--mostly people in a lifestyle Dominant/submissive relationship and those who are polyamorous. It is an excellent resource for people in these communities, but I am most often recommending it to therapists, who I train. This book will help therapists work with people in non-monogamous relationships to understand that the kink world and the poly world often can clash in unexpected or unrecognized ways. The book gives sane, sound advice on how to approach many difficult situations.

Absolutely excellent exploration of the many different ways to have healthy polyamorous relationships which involve power dynamics.The book covers many different kinds of relationship set-up and offers useful advice and ideas on how to have healthy discussions, maintain relationships, bring new people in, navigate issues that arise and all with a you-do-you focus and a firm reminder that everyone in the relationship is responsible for making it work, whatever that means for them.I can't express just how interesting and helpful this book was for me. I've already recommended it to my partners and friends, whether they are just polyam, just kinky, or combining the two. The tools it provides for navigating relationships generally are invaluable.

This book is not a manual or a guide but a map; you draw your own path and explore your own reality. Well written by someone who clearly has experience of the terrain and can point out the peaks and points of interest as well as show you where the dangerous ground lies. It's rather like a recipe book; you will find something in there you can relate to and will return to it again and again, perfecting it yourself for your own personal tastes, adding or subtracting whatever suits your circumstances. The essays in the second half are a unique window into others' worlds and you will also find much to relate to here. If you are exloring this lifestyle then you must read this book.

I'm very happy that someone has bothered to compile such a diverse set of notes on power dynamics and interpersonal relationships of all kinds. The stories included are absolutely fantastic, and did much to foster a feeling of open-mindedness and mindfulness in the wide-ranging set of issues facing people in non-conventional relationships.