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EAN: 9780739408223 ISBN: 0739408224 Label: Rhinoceros Manufacturer: Rhinoceros Number Of Pages: 423 Publication Date: 1993 Publisher: Rhinoceros Studio: Rhinoceros Related Items:      see moreAverage Rating:
 Rating:  - AMAZINGI loved this book. LOVED IT. I loved the whole idea of the Marketplace and the slaves being trained to accept everything and anything that is thrown at them. The way the trainers purposely manipulate the strengths and weaknesses of the slaves to show the slaves that they are not all they thought they were, and to open their eyes to the fact that they had so much more to learn. The characters were fabulously believable. I loved how each of the characters told their own stories of how they became interested in becoming slaves. They were stories and attitudes towards the Lifestyle I have seen in real life. You could recognize the misconceptions that they had and the fantasies they brought with them, thinking it would all work out to be exactly what they wanted. The experiences they go through to find out that their fantasies were just fantasies were excruciating to read but made the story a real drool-fest for me! I loved to follow the arrogant and lazy Sharon, who has used her pretty little body to get what she wants always (you just WANT her to get a bad beating). At times you felt sorry for them, at times you think they deserve what they get, and at times you wish you were there BEING them. I couldn't put the book down, yet I could only hold it open with one hand ;) Rating: - actual story, not just sexI was really quite pleasantly surprised by this story of the training of four would-be slaves. It was on the order of Anne Rice's Sleeping Beauty books, but focused more on the characters of the slaves than on the sex (as compared to the Rice books--there's still plenty of sex & kink). Anyway, a surprisingly complete read. Rating: - SurJackBastard and his first opinion.Having been involed in the lifstyle for some 5 years this makes for interesting reading. Yeah we know it's fiction with a twist of fantacy, but it does have a fair level of the correct mindset needed by those that are portrayed. The contents of this book will challenge some, placate others and generally entertain most. Laura? well done great job and a great writing style, I'm looking forward to reading the rest of the series. SJB Rating: - BDSM with actual plotlines!This is the first book in Laura Antoniou's renowned Marketplace series. It focuses in on four candidates who have come to the Marketplace to be trained as slaves. This is NOT a feel good, PC version of S/M, but a harsh, sometimes brutal look at consensual slavery. There is some wonderful sex, but the focus of the book is more on the psychological and physical adaptations that all four of the main characters must make in order to become the true slaves that they wish to be. This is one of my very favorite BDSM books for one reason only; it is an enthralling read. The characters are well fleshed out (except for the enigmatic Chris Parker, whom one doesn't get to know very well until much further in the series). The plot flows well, and it is a very compelling read. The short story alone at the end of the book, which bridges books one and two very well, is worth the price of this book! Caveat; if you do not like scenes of corporal punishment and very graphic, heavy S/M, this book is probably not for you. Rating: - Can't put it down.This is the first in a now five-part series about a system of buying and selling human beings who enter with their eyes open and their options limited. There are four people who enter the Marketplace and begin their training, or re-training in one case, in order to be sold into voluntary slavery. The characters are fascinating and their intense psychological study makes for an 'I couldn't put it down' reading. Once I discovered the series I couldn't wait to read them all so I could start back at the beginning and re-read them. The development of the story is never slow, the characters have flesh and blood and are not cookie-cutter versions of the BDSM life. There is love, hate, envy, lust, brutality and sexuality in liberal doses in them all and they continued to capture my imagination. There is plenty of sex to satisfy everyone but their main accomplishment is their interesting characters and lifestyles. My only complaint, and it is a constant one throughout the five books, is the editing and proofing. It is abysmal; it is more than a little distracting to have to insert words that are left out, re-read sentences several times to figure out what it should have said, misspelled and incorrectly used words all over the books. It is not hard to get a good proofreader, I'm one. I began to proof the pages and was astonished at how many marks I made on them. Get a proofreader and your books will be first class. |
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The story is pointedly set in the late 1980s, years before the establishment of the WNBA, so Monica's prospects for pro ball lie exclusively in Europe, while Quincy steps into the pros at home. It's a pleasure to see a character as passionate and fully developed as Monica, and Lathan gives a fiery portrayal (she had never played ball before the film, but you'd never tell from her performance). Prince-Bythewood favors her struggle over Quincy's and opens our eyes to her unique challenges with a sharp, savvy contrast. Alfre Woodard costars as Monica's harping mom (always trying to get her to be more ladylike) and Dennis Haysbert is Quincy's philandering father. Hoops fan Spike Lee produced. --Sean Axmaker
 A large, easy-to-read display helps you keep tabs on your workout. View larger. |
The device's large, easy-to-read LCD display can separately display aerobic steps and minutes walked more than 10 minutes continuously, so you always have the information you need right in front of you. Meanwhile, a seven day history lets you review a full week of exercise. The device also resets at midnight automatically so it's ready to go every morning. Of course, the device can also function as a handy and highly accurate clock. It also comes with a detachable belt holder and security strap so it's always close at hand.
The HJ-112 is powered by a replaceable lithium battery (CR2032) that will last six months when used for walking 10,000 steps a day. The device measures approximately 2.8 x 2.1 x .6 inches (H x W x D) and weighs 1.1 ounces (not including battery).
What's in the Box
Pedometer, battery (CR2032), screwdriver, strap, clip for strap, holder, and instructional manual.
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| Product Placement | Clip to belt | Clip to belt | Pocket, bag or clip to belt | Pocket, bag or clip to belt |
| History | 7 days | 7 days | 7 days | 7 days (displayed) 42 days (in memory) |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Batteries | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) |
| Estimated Battery Life | Approx. 1 year (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 1 year (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 6 months (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 6 months (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) |
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Does it matter where the pedometer is placed or attached?
The HJ-150 and 151 Pedometer must be positioned correctly. Attach the unit to your belt or to the top of your waistband. The unit must be horizontal to the ground in order for the unit to function correctly. The HJ-112 and HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer can also be placed in your pocket or purse.
What's the accuracy rate of Omron pedometers?
The precision of the step counting is within +/- 5%.
What are moderate steps?
At least 30 minutes of moderate exercise is recommended each day. The HJ-151 Pedometer separately displays the steps and minutes walked at a moderate pace.
What are aerobic steps?
The HJ-112 and HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer separately displays aerobic steps and minutes that start counting after 10 minutes of continuous walking with more than 60 steps a minute.
How does the PC software work?
The HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer includes PC software for Windows 2000 or XP. It keeps track of daily, weekly, monthly and yearly progress.
The device's large, easy-to-read LCD display can separately display aerobic steps and minutes walked more than 10 minutes continuously, so you always have the information you need right in front of you. Meanwhile, a seven day history lets you review a full week of exercise, and there's also a 42-day memory for uploading past workouts to your PC. The device resets at midnight automatically so it's ready to go every morning. Of course, the device can also function as a handy and highly accurate clock. It also comes with a detachable belt holder and security strap so it's always close at hand.
The HJ-720ITC is powered by a replaceable lithium battery (CR2032) that will last six months when used for walking 10,000 steps a day. The pedometer also includes PC software for Windows 2000 or XP, which keeps track of daily, weekly, monthly and yearly progress.
 The included Omron Health Management Software provides a steps graph that lets you see how your values are trending over time. View larger. |  View pedometer and blood pressure data together (via a split screen) on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis. View larger. |
| Compare Omron Pedometers | ||||
| HJ-150 | HJ-151 | HJ-112 | HJ-720ITC |
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| Product Placement | Clip to belt | Clip to belt | Pocket, bag or clip to belt | Pocket, bag or clip to belt |
| History | 7 days | 7 days | 7 days | 7 days (displayed) 42 days (in memory) |
| Warranty | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year | 1 Year |
| Batteries | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) | 3 VDC (1 lithium battery CR2032) |
| Estimated Battery Life | Approx. 1 year (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 1 year (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 6 months (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) | Approx. 6 months (when used for walking 10,000 steps a day) |
| Time of Day Display | | | | |
| Omron Health Management Software | | | | |
Does it matter where the pedometer is placed or attached?
The HJ-150 and 151 Pedometer must be positioned correctly. Attach the unit to your belt or to the top of your waistband. The unit must be horizontal to the ground in order for the unit to function correctly. The HJ-112 and HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer can also be placed in your pocket or purse.
What's the accuracy rate of Omron Pedometers?
The precision of the step counting is within +/- 5%.
What are moderate steps?
At least 30 minutes of moderate exercise is recommended each day. The HJ-151 Pedometer separately displays the steps and minutes walked at a moderate pace.
What are aerobic steps?
The HJ-112 and HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer separately displays aerobic steps and minutes that start counting after 10 minutes of continuous walking with more than 60 steps a minute.
How does the PC software work?
The HJ-720ITC Pocket Pedometer includes PC software for Windows 2000 or XP. It keeps track of daily, weekly, monthly and yearly progress.
