This book is an exercise in creative historical poetry. Famous women throughout history have captured the imagination of not only women, but men also. Carly Herriges writes these poems about famous women as if she is the woman writing the poem. Each poem has a short true historical blurb about the each woman and her birth date and death date. Good Advice from Bad Women is not only a prime, page turning collection of poetry, but an unusual yet historical take on famous women over many eras: many faces, many crimes, many loves, many atrocities. All are encompassed within these pages. Carly Herriges innate poetic talent married to her unique take on historical women makes for an intriguing and sometimes shocking read. The reader will not be disappointed.