The author reflects on the limitations of the 1970s regarding the representation of sexual content in literature, particularly in the gothic genre. In her work "Betrayals," she humorously points out that due to these restrictions, readers are left to their own imaginations during intimate moments between characters.

She suggests that rather than explicit scenes, the narrative implies a playful innocence where the characters share a light-hearted interaction, such as making shadow puppets on the wall, showcasing a creative way to hint at intimacy without crossing the boundaries of the era's norms.