I feel like this is a major problem with urban fantasy at the moment, which is what I mostly read. It's almost like authors are contractually obliged to include the sex scenes, which means they often come at inappropriate times. I'll never forget my shock at Jessica Andersen's Night Keepers, where seconds after the hero and heroine meet, he's persuaded her to have sex with him to save the world. Seriously!
I want to be invested in characters and believe their emotions. Sure, I know people have random hook-ups all the time, but I'd rather read a developing relationship and wait for the magic moment than have it thrust in my face two minutes after the couple have met. I don't buy that as the start of a loving, committed relationship.
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on 2011-11-12 09:30 am (UTC)I want to be invested in characters and believe their emotions. Sure, I know people have random hook-ups all the time, but I'd rather read a developing relationship and wait for the magic moment than have it thrust in my face two minutes after the couple have met. I don't buy that as the start of a loving, committed relationship.