"The Happy Ending by Yolanda von Trap is a bold, illuminating, and deeply engaging exploration of one woman’s unexpected journey through the often-misunderstood world of the adult massage industry.

With unflinching honesty and sensual prose, Yolanda von Trap invites readers into a world where sexuality, vulnerability, and self-discovery collide.

What begins as a venture born of necessity evolves into a powerful story of personal growth, resilience, and emotional awakening.

Yolanda’s pluck, wit, and growing self-assurance shine through as she navigates not only the physical demands of her work but also the weight of societal judgment - particularly within the context of Australia’s often conservative social climate.

Her journey is peppered with setbacks, yet each challenge only strengthens her resolve and sharpens her sense of self-worth.

The title, The Happy Ending, serves as a clever and layered double entendre.

While it playfully nods to the euphemism familiar to the industry, it also hints at something far more meaningful - Yolanda’s ultimate quest for genuine connection, self-love, and romantic fulfillment.

This is not just a sexy, provocative read - it’s also unexpectedly heartfelt, funny, and empowering. It challenges preconceptions and asks readers to reconsider their assumptions about sex work, intimacy, and agency.

Set aside any preconceived notions and let Yolanda von Trap take you on a candid, spirited, and sensual ride toward her own version of a ‘happy ending’.

You might just come away surprised by how moving, thoughtful, and human this story truly is.”

Dr Gonzo, Polyester Books 

• "It might seem like an easy step, from taking your clothes off for work to ripping the veil from a time spent in the sex and intimacy business, but it still takes nerve, sensitivity, sharp observation and sly instinct - just like a client booking. Yolanda von Trap gives us a great account of what it's actually like in those massage rooms and high-class hotels. It's wry, honest, philosophical and convincing. Thanks Yolanda!" Kate Holden - Author of In My Skin

• "Oh. My. God. My phone went flat because I read your book on my phone all in one sitting. No toilet break. No coffee break. Nothing. I Could not put it down.  I thought it was PHENOMENAL. I could not put that fucking thing down! What a story. It felt very raw & very real...more like a memoir. I felt like I was right there. It was voyeuristic - but in a good way! I loved the tone, the rhythm of it, the conversations, the descriptions of the people & places & it felt like you were AT the locations. I Laughed out loud! And chuckled in my head... But I also felt sad, scared, uplifted - lots of different emotions. I did not know what to expect but I just loved it SO much. I did not want it to end. Seriously. It is a fucking good read!!" T.L.C

• "I sat down to read The Happy Ending and I was glued to my seat with a big smile on my face until I finished it a few hours later! The insight gained from reading about this element of society is fascinating and it is delivered with frequent bursts of humour. I will look at almond oil with fresh eyes from now on. Viva La Femme!!"   D.H

• "I really enjoyed reading The Happy Ending. Yolanda's writing has a fun and energetic pace and flow to it, and her storytelling and stories are lively and engaging. As well as being entertained, I was confronted by memories of my childhood and my own sexual development along the way. This was a surprise, but as I'm open to letting go of all sorts of past trauma, I welcome the opportunity to closely inspect my journey through 'Raquel's'. I had a sense of danger; an ominous uneasy feeling while reading it, that the character may come to real harm and I'm so satisfied and relieved that this didn't happen. This obviously reflects back to me my biases regarding sex work, or is it societal? All good questions worth pondering. My mother used to say; "The greatest pornography is women in poverty." for her that meant, women in poverty was the most disgusting thing in our society, not whether a woman enjoyed sex or made a living from sex work. I thoroughly enjoyed the ride of Raquel's sense of agency, her defiant independence, and her ability to stand up for herself and embrace change." F.L.M