Is Sex really necessary?

Nedbrian · Post by **Nedbrian** » 18 Jul 2020, 08:57

I couldn't help but reply this post. From my perspective, the human race would have stopped to exist if sex was taken as unnecessary. If procreation did not occur, we would not have the scientist that would have thought of developing systems that do not favour sex for procreation. Thus, I would surmise that sex is a high necessity of the human nature. It is an important prerequisite for the survival of not just humans but other creatures

TasiWin · Post by **TasiWin** » 18 Jul 2020, 14:39

docfatima wrote: ↑12 Jul 2020, 12:02 If sexual content increases the interests of readers would you fault the author in including them in his/her writing??
it seems quite natural to have such scenes in an adventure novel.

No I wouldn't. With each their own, I think? If the scenes bother you just skip them especially if the rest of the story works for you.

As for authors attracting readers through sexual content. My thoughts are, no author writes for nobody to read their work

TasiWin · Post by **TasiWin** » 18 Jul 2020, 14:44

B Creech wrote: ↑13 Jul 2020, 11:39
TasiWin wrote: ↑12 Jul 2020, 22:51
B Creech wrote: ↑06 Jul 2020, 13:48
I'm sure you are right! I just always have a difficult time with explicit material!
It is allowed @B Creech. The reader is allowed anything
I, on the orher hand, prefer a well written scene or nothingg at all.
I understand that! I guess my age is catching up with me!

You are hilarious. Does that mean this is a preference that developed with time?

Brenda Creech · Post by **Brenda Creech** » 18 Jul 2020, 15:05

TasiWin wrote: ↑18 Jul 2020, 14:44
B Creech wrote: ↑13 Jul 2020, 11:39
TasiWin wrote: ↑12 Jul 2020, 22:51

It is allowed @B Creech. The reader is allowed anything
I, on the orher hand, prefer a well written scene or nothingg at all.
I understand that! I guess my age is catching up with me!
You are hilarious. Does that mean this is a preference that developed with time?

It must be because it didn't used to bother me!

Jen Kamish · Post by **Jen Kamish** » 18 Jul 2020, 15:29

I think that sex has to be balanced with a compelling storyline or else it comes off as voyeuristic and simply existing for the purpose of creating an erotic vibe. I have not read this book yet, but I will be curious to see how I feel about the role of sex in the story after doing so.

Jen

Beatus · Post by **Beatus** » 18 Jul 2020, 19:06

Several thought levels and vantage points may deliver different explanation concerning the need for sexual content in fictional stories. The author's inclination, the targeted audience, and the readers inclination and judgement.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 19 Jul 2020, 04:40

Nedbrian wrote: ↑18 Jul 2020, 08:57 I couldn't help but reply this post. From my perspective, the human race would have stopped to exist if sex was taken as unnecessary. If procreation did not occur, we would not have the scientist that would have thought of developing systems that do not favour sex for procreation. Thus, I would surmise that sex is a high necessity of the human nature. It is an important prerequisite for the survival of not just humans but other creatures

It is true when thinking in the view of the big picture. But the simple question is, is it necessary for this particular plot

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 19 Jul 2020, 04:41

Jen Kamish wrote: ↑18 Jul 2020, 15:29 I think that sex has to be balanced with a compelling storyline or else it comes off as voyeuristic and simply existing for the purpose of creating an erotic vibe. I have not read this book yet, but I will be curious to see how I feel about the role of sex in the story after doing so.

Jen

Its use is not prohibited. But definitely it should be appropriate as well as balanced

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 19 Jul 2020, 04:42

Beatus wrote: ↑18 Jul 2020, 19:06 Several thought levels and vantage points may deliver different explanation concerning the need for sexual content in fictional stories. The author's inclination, the targeted audience, and the readers inclination and judgement.

The author and the readers can have thier own different perspectives about this subject

Post by **Ngozi Onyibor** » 19 Jul 2020, 06:46

While sex might be the last time on some people's mind during stressful situations, it's a coping mechanism for others. Having sex might have been Grant's way of dealing with the situation without going insane. Bearing that in mind, I don't think including sex in the plot is out of context.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 19 Jul 2020, 08:45

Michelle Fred wrote: ↑19 Jul 2020, 06:46 While sex might be the last time on some people's mind during stressful situations, it's a coping mechanism for others. Having sex might have been Grant's way of dealing with the situation without going insane. Bearing that in mind, I don't think including sex in the plot is out of context.

If he used it as a coping mechanism, then its use is reasonable. But apparently he has needed too much coping

gatuguta2030 · Post by **gatuguta2030** » 19 Jul 2020, 11:16

Carennkemdiala wrote: ↑02 Jul 2020, 02:47 I would be dishonest if I said that the sex scenes in the book were totally unnecessary. For me, sex is a natural occurrence and everyone would normally have urges, it’s now left for you as a person to decide to physically get involved sexually or not. So generally, I think it was just normal for Grant as a young guy to have sex even amidst the quest of finding his Uncle. The book is a good read.

I couldn't agree with you more.Grant was experiencing the power of his sexuality.Its absolutely normal for the young chap to have desire for sex as he continued with his mission of looking for his Uncle.For sure the book is quite engaging.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 19 Jul 2020, 12:01

gatuguta2030 wrote: ↑19 Jul 2020, 11:16
Carennkemdiala wrote: ↑02 Jul 2020, 02:47 I would be dishonest if I said that the sex scenes in the book were totally unnecessary. For me, sex is a natural occurrence and everyone would normally have urges, it’s now left for you as a person to decide to physically get involved sexually or not. So generally, I think it was just normal for Grant as a young guy to have sex even amidst the quest of finding his Uncle. The book is a good read.
I couldn't agree with you more.Grant was experiencing the power of his sexuality.Its absolutely normal for the young chap to have desire for sex as he continued with his mission of looking for his Uncle.For sure the book is quite engaging.

Yes it is. Grant consumed his young energy. But was that really necessary for the development of the plot

Ediomis_Enwongo01 · Post by **Ediomis_Enwongo01** » 19 Jul 2020, 13:45

Despite the fact that there is always a natural instinct for sex, that of Grant was too much considering the task that was before him.

Post by **Sushan Ekanayake** » 19 Jul 2020, 19:20

Ediomis_Enwongo01 wrote: ↑19 Jul 2020, 13:45 Despite the fact that there is always a natural instinct for sex, that of Grant was too much considering the task that was before him.

Having fun when having more important goals to achieve is not nice