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Reviewed by Ruffina Oserio for Readers' Favorite
Her Wild Body by Noa Raveh is a raw and visceral exploration of female desire, self-discovery, and the complex nature of modern relationships. The story follows the narrator, Eleanor, a woman navigating a seemingly conventional life with a husband and children, while embarking on passionate, transformative affairs with women. The narrative unfolds through a series of fragmented, often erotic, vignettes, exploring Esther's encounters and her evolving understanding of her own body and desires. Esther lives a double life: devoted wife and mother by day, polyamorous goddess by weekend. Her open marriage with Tom satisfies her – until she meets Eleanor. This captivating artist ignites a desire that threatens to consume Esther's carefully constructed world. As their connection deepens, Esther faces an impossible choice: surrender to this intoxicating passion or protect the life she's built. Can she find true fulfillment in Eleanor's wild body?
Noa Raveh’s characters are elaborately drawn, though often presented through Esther’s subjective and highly sensual lens. Esther herself is a stunning character — a capable professional and devoted mother, yet also a woman driven by a powerful, almost insatiable desire. Her internal world is rich and often turbulent, laid bare through candid reflections on her experiences. Her primary lovers, Noga, Mowgli, Shira, and Tammy Gil, represent different facets of female connection and desire. Noga embodies a gentle, almost spiritual, intimacy. Mowgli is wild and primal, pushing Eleanor to explore the boundaries of pain and pleasure. Shira offers a fleeting, clandestine connection, while Tammy Gil is a whirlwind of energy and passion, challenging Eleanor's sense of self and leading her to confront her limitations and desires. The contrast between mundane family life and corporate work and the intense, often covert nature of her affairs highlights the tension in Eleanor's life. Her Wild Body is a book for mature readers and those comfortable with LGBTQ themes. This author writes with fire about sex, exploring the feminine energy in a way I have never read before.
