I appreciated how it didn't give me the easy out of a 'happily ever after' without showing the characters actually dealing with their own baggage first. [1]
: Balancing the obstacles the world throws at a couple (jobs, family) with the obstacles they create for themselves (pride, fear). having bondage sex
The quest for a "solid" story about relationships often leads to narratives that balance the initial spark of romance with the messy, rewarding work of actually being together. I appreciated how it didn't give me the