I browsed the book at the store, and decided NOT to spend the money...I have no clue where this lady is from...I began playing D&D; in 1978, I graduated top of my high school class, became a US Marine, a Police Officer and now own a multi-million dollar consulting business (and no college degree).I am sure D&D; added to my current failure of a life...I would say the author is obviously a failure at writing & research.D&D; is no different than playing Cowboys & Indians, Barabie Dolls or anything else that takes an imagination... like playing at being a writer !