“ I love the juxtaposition of this sex scene with the carriage scene. The carriage scene was all hot, sweaty, lust — finally succumbing to feelings they’ve been trying to bury; it was sexy as hell. This scene is something more intimate and almost awkward at times, but the awkwardness is also somehow romantic. These are two people who have known each other for a long time taking things to the next level — a line you cannot uncross, especially in 1815. Sure, Colin is more experienced, but I love that you can see he’s nervous, too. He wants to make sure Penelope is taken care of — he is repeatedly asking if she’s okay and he warns her that it might hurt; he’s less smooth and more tender. On the flip side, Penelope might be an amateur here, but she also gets moments where she is in control, where she is asking for what she wants. There is confidence there because she knows she is safe with Colin. Similar to the carriage ride, we also get these sweet moments that remind us once again that this relationship is built on friendship. I’ll never get over the cute little giggles these two share. And the whole thing is topped off with a “Do I look a mess?”/ “Yes, but you’re my mess” exchange, which is maybe, definitely just a big ol’ pander to book readers, but I am ready and willing to receive it with open arms. The whole scene, from start to finish, just feels 100 percent true to their characters. ”
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