Meghan has gone to New York to try her skills on the Broadway stage. Taken by her bank customer, Zachary, he introduces her to Josie to train and improve her acting. Josie has had feelings for Zachary but he does not feel the same way. While Zachary is out of town on business, Josie and Meghan seduce each other. When Zach returns he has to decide whether to accept their twosome or walk away. He's not ready to walk away so he joins them. Meg, of course, has plans for Josie and Zach. Will those plans be fulfilled? Will she stay or go?

I enjoyed this tale. I loved Josie. She was older as was Zach but she was not ready to let her dream of Zach go yet. She shows him things that Meg does not yet know. Zach is intrigued. Meg is imaginative but she is ready to move on with someone she met at the park. After Meg returns from Cat and Kurt's wedding Josie knows Meg has made up her mind. Zachary has also and it is foreign to him. I liked that Zach chose how he did.

I look forward to Meg's next adventure and wish Josie and Zachary well.

There are a lot of myths about periods. Even though they may seem harmless, improper understanding of periods and reproductive health can lead to unpredictable consequences. That’s why you need to know where the truth is and where is the lie. In this article, we have gathered eight debunked myths about periods you shouldn’t believe in. 

1. PMS is not real 

Many people think that premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is only an excuse to justify mood swings before periods. But the reality is that PMS can cause severe symptoms in some women. The most common of them are:

- bloating

- pelvic pain

- breast tenderness

- acne

- food cravings

- constipation

- diarrhea

- headaches

- fatigue

- irritability

- poor sleep

- anxiety

- depression

- sadness

- mood swings

Additionally, some women can have low or high blood pressure, dizziness, and other symptoms. 

2. Periods are not painful

Pain during periods, also known as dysmenorrhea, is a quite common issue for many women of childbearing age. In most cases, the pain is not severe and lasts for a day or two. However, some women experience severe pain during periods that interfere with normal activities. Additionally, this pain may not respond to pain medication and home remedies. The point is that this pain can be caused by certain underlying conditions (like endometriosis, pelvic inflammatory disease, uterine fibroids, etc.) that may require treatment. 

3. You can’t take a bath during periods

Many people believe that you can get infected through the water. This is not true since there is no open wound that lets the infection into your bloodstream. If you don’t take a bath during periods because of this myth, you should know that a warm bath can actually ease your periods since warm water can relax your muscles. 

4. Missed periods always mean pregnancy

Even though missed periods are considered the most common symptoms of pregnancy. There are many other factors that can make your periods late. For example, stress, weight loss, excessive exercising, and obesity can affect your menstrual cycle. Additionally, some health issues like thyroid dysfunction, polycystic ovarian syndrome, and hormonal imbalance can also make your periods disappear. 

5. You can’t have sex during periods

There is a common misconception that you can’t have sex during periods. But if both of you are okay with having sex during periods, there is no reason to avoid it. In order not to spoil shits, you can take a shower and lay a towel on the bed before sex. You should also know that sex (especially orgasm) during periods can ease the pain since it boosts the production of endorphins. These chemicals can improve your mood and act like pain medication. 

6. Menstrual cycle lasts for 28 days

Indeed, the average length of the menstrual cycle is 28 days but many women can have shorter or longer cycles. For example, periods that occur in 24 or 34 days can be deemed normal. However, if your menstrual cycle has become too short or long, it is better to make an appointment with your gynecologist since there are a lot of conditions that can affect your menstrual cycle. 

7. You can’t get pregnant during periods

Many people believe that it is impossible to get pregnant during periods. But the truth is that there are a lot of women who have conceived exactly during menstruation. You should know that the sperm can remain active for up to 5 days in the female reproductive system. If you have early ovulation, fertilization can occur. 

8. It is better to stay in bed during menstruation 

If you have severe periods and the pain doesn’t let you work or study normally, it is better to stay in bed. But if you feel mild pain and can be active, there is no reason to lay in bed. Additionally, mild physical activity can even make you feel better since it also increases the production of endorphins. You can walk, run, practice yoga, or exercise in any way. However, it is better to avoid excessive exercising and power training.

Belinda finds her employer near death. He tells her to run. Someone has been sent to kidnap her but he does not know why. Belinda heeds his advice and runs before the murderer comes back into the room. She hides but is found by Joshua Gage, a former spy for the Crown. Now that he has found her he believes she is neither a murderer nor a blackmailer which is why he was sent to find her. She is a private detective and together they join forces to find who wants her and why. What they find is a madman.

I loved this book. I liked the historical element of Egyptology to tie the story together. I also liked Joshua and Belinda being on different sides of the debate of logic and reason vs. paranormal activity or intuition. Joshua and Belinda work well together. She has pulled him out of his year-long fog after an assignment gone wrong. The villains are hiss-worthy. I liked Joshua's nephew who is like him. The story was so interesting it was hard to put the book down.

I will be reading more of this series.

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