Incest

[S.L. Lewis]

Okay, this has been bugging me left and right since I started writing a series of one shots. Most of them include incest, but its been kinda hard to find some one to edit/beta them (until I came here that is), so I've been wondering, are there actual people who read stories with incest?

Thank you for your time.

 

Rose Strailo (sounds like Stray Low)

[Graeme]

This is a tough subject and I'm not sure if I can vote on it.

 

There are certainly incest situations where I would definitely not read the story. Stories where the incest is as a result of rape, or cross-generational (often statutory rape anyway) are definitely something I do not want to read as a general rule.

 

I'm also personally very hesitant about stories of incest between people of similar ages, even if there is a loving relationship. I have to admit that I'm largely conditioned by the society in which I live, which frowns on incestuous relationships. I recognise that the taboo is largely driven by the genetic flaws that result from children of couples that are too closely related -- something that doesn't apply to same-sex relationships. As such, I'm inclined to be more lenient on that sort of story, though it still isn't my preference to read them.

 

Having said all of that, there are powerful stories that ran counter to the taboos of society at the time. A blanket, sight-unseen no to reading any story runs counter to my general desire to judge things on a case-by-case basis. I suspect that the vast majority of incest stories would be ones I wouldn't want to read, but I won't say there will never be such a story that I would read. A story of triumph after a rape, for example, may hold my attention.

 

Not exactly what you were looking for, but that's my personal views.

[Tom]

I have to give this one a maybe.

 

If the author includes a warning I might start the story. If I get the feeling the story revolves around incest I would stop reading it at that point. if the story line brushes over incest(like background info for a charicter) I'd probably try to see where the story goes.

 

Hugs,

Tom

[BeaStKid]

I replied with I would.

 

For me, I have no problems with incest. If two people in love want to have a physical relationship even though they are related, then I am no one to discriminate against it. It is against my principles and I would see myself as a hypocrite if I see incest relations in a different light than any other relations. Also, i would like to clear that my thinking comes from the fact that I have seen my cousin getting married to his own cousin (so that makes my cousin sister marrying my cousin brother who are both related to each other the same way I am related to them, via my mother's side of the family).

 

Saying that, I have never had any problem reading stories that contain incest. The only incest that troubles me, as Graeme put it, is rape or non-consensual and cross-generational. But that is true with all types of sex for me. I cannot bear to read/see cross-generational or non-consensual sex. Even BDSM or kink is a big turn off for me. In short, I like vanilla-sex. A bit of role playing is fine... lol

 

Coming back to the topic, I have read many stories that involve incest, both on literotica and nifty. Again, stories that revolve totally around sex with no plot whatsoever are a big not for me as a reader. My Step Brother Jacob, is one example. While having a good plot, it contained to much of explicit sex and that is a big turn off for me as a reader, be it any type of story.

 

While reading, I look for a good plot and good writing skills, the pairing doesn't matter. If the story is well put, I would certainly read it.

 

Just my .5 cents

BeaStKid

[S.L. Lewis]

This is a tough subject and I'm not sure if I can vote on it.

 

There are certainly incest situations where I would definitely not read the story. Stories where the incest is as a result of rape, or cross-generational (often statutory rape anyway) are definitely something I do not want to read as a general rule.

 

I'm also personally very hesitant about stories of incest between people of similar ages, even if there is a loving relationship. I have to admit that I'm largely conditioned by the society in which I live, which frowns on incestuous relationships. I recognise that the taboo is largely driven by the genetic flaws that result from children of couples that are too closely related -- something that doesn't apply to same-sex relationships. As such, I'm inclined to be more lenient on that sort of story, though it still isn't my preference to read them.

 

Having said all of that, there are powerful stories that ran counter to the taboos of society at the time. A blanket, sight-unseen no to reading any story runs counter to my general desire to judge things on a case-by-case basis. I suspect that the vast majority of incest stories would be ones I wouldn't want to read, but I won't say there will never be such a story that I would read. A story of triumph after a rape, for example, may hold my attention.

 

Not exactly what you were looking for, but that's my personal views.

 

I can understand actually about that. And I will be having one, one shot about a character over coming the trama of rape. But thats mostly a way for therepy for me.

Off topic! Back on topic, I thank you for your input. It means a lot and like I said, I understand about being raised in a society where incest is taboo, and isn't talked about except in a negative light.

So, I'll say you're some where between maybe and never?

[Menzoberranzen]

The 'hot twins' fantasy is something, I think, to which most people can relate, but I can't say that I'd ever read a story featuring incest.

 

Menzo

[moonwolf]

incest... touchy issue... incest between brothers and sisters related by blood does give me issues... but between cousins it doesn't...

 

I do recommend warning people that it is talking bout incest... but also tell them it is not only about that as well..

 

as for me I would read it... I would do a chapter and then I would know if it's a story that's for me or not... as I always do when I start reading a new story

[Krista]

I wouldn't read an incest story. It's something I just tend to stay well away from really and I'm extremely picky when it comes to what I read. I would though, warn people that it contains Incest beforehand in the disclaimer. There is an audience out there for you.

[Ieshwar]

I'm not in incest at all, but I can read the brother-brother (or cousin-cousin) thing... IF it is well-protrayed!

 

Yes, I can read stuff that narrate about the aftermath of incestous rape...

 

Ieshwar

[AFriendlyFace]

Darn it, if Graeme didn't post almost my exact thoughts on this before I got the chance!

 

This is a tough subject and I'm not sure if I can vote on it.

 

There are certainly incest situations where I would definitely not read the story. Stories where the incest is as a result of rape, or cross-generational (often statutory rape anyway) are definitely something I do not want to read as a general rule.

 

I'm also personally very hesitant about stories of incest between people of similar ages, even if there is a loving relationship. I have to admit that I'm largely conditioned by the society in which I live, which frowns on incestuous relationships. I recognise that the taboo is largely driven by the genetic flaws that result from children of couples that are too closely related -- something that doesn't apply to same-sex relationships. As such, I'm inclined to be more lenient on that sort of story, though it still isn't my preference to read them.

 

Having said all of that, there are powerful stories that ran counter to the taboos of society at the time. A blanket, sight-unseen no to reading any story runs counter to my general desire to judge things on a case-by-case basis. I suspect that the vast majority of incest stories would be ones I wouldn't want to read, but I won't say there will never be such a story that I would read. A story of triumph after a rape, for example, may hold my attention.

 

Not exactly what you were looking for, but that's my personal views.

[Tiger]

I've actually read some on Nifty. I think some of it's okay, but there is a certain threshold in which it becomes totally disgusting. Female to male is worse than male to male or female to female due the pregnancy thing.

[darkfoxprime]

The 'hot twins' fantasy is something, I think, to which most people can relate...

 

Definitely.

 

I don't really mind the incest thing *if* it's written well and written into a story, as opposed to just being incestpr0n, and if it's between similar ages. And yeah, I agree with other folks that the male-female thing manages to tip over onto the taboo side.

 

- dfp

[oneoftheguys]

That is a tough one, but I can honestly say that I was far more oppose to it before I read the story Tarin's Tears. Although, it still creeped me out a little bit. I have to agree with some of the others about the fact that it seems slightly less 'wrong' if it's between more distant relatives like cousins instead of immediate family memebers. So I guess that leaves me at the whole maybe thing.

[corvus]

Only if it's not gratuitous. Oedipus Rex is a story "about" incest. I would quickly lose interest in a story that actually romanticizes incest (e.g. twin fantasy). On the other hand, I would not mind a story that tries to seriously wrestle with all the problems that an incestuous relationship engenders. That said, the story would have to be *really* well written or strongly recommended for me to start it.

[Tiger]

It's definitely not a genre I would ever write. I also agree about a story that is only about incest. Characters in the stories need depth. I would say the same about a story that had no struggle for the central characters.

[scoopny]

I don't think you should be held back by what others think, write the story, if people don't like it, they won't like it, but there's plenty of art about incest.

[FrenchCanadian]

Personally I wouldn't mind at all. I'm not against it. Alright I gotta say like graeme said, as long as it's not in a rape situation nor a cross generational thing (tho that would most likely be statutory rape).

 

Like Scoopny said, writing is an art, as long as it's not promoting something that is illegal, you should be able to write about and touch any problematic. If you don't like, don't read.

 

would I write about it, I can't say never, but with my current chapter story it would be *way* too touchy for me to do so.

[S.L. Lewis]

Wow, so many votes and some really wonderful responses. Thank you to those who have answered.

I can so understand where you guys are coming from when it comes to reading it and having the story to actually make sense.

The thing with incest is that at one time it was acceptable. Now, its taboo and people shudder at the thought.

I can't wait to see what else others have to say about this.

[Benji]

......I said maybe, I could probably see cousins, brothers, bt/bt gt/gt and consenual. I would draw the line at adult and under the age.

[S.L. Lewis]

......I said maybe, I could probably see cousins, brothers, bt/bt gt/gt and consenual. I would draw the line at adult and under the age.

 

 

Oh nonono! I don't do adult/under age. If I have an adult, they get to wait until their other half is 18. I...may say something about an underage relationship, but thats more of a "He wants him, but he's underage, so he's going to try to keep his hands off" and all that.

I do have one story, but me and my friend, C.M. are going to publish it and originally...it was an rp to develop our characters. It just kinda...turned into a book. And he's of legal age in Japan where our characters are right now.

Okay...off topic. Sorry. Thank you for voting though.

[FrenchCanadian]

......I said maybe, I could probably see cousins, brothers, bt/bt gt/gt and consenual. I would draw the line at adult and under the age.

 

Oh ya, an adult with an under the age is a big no. Of course tho, if we're talking about a 17 with a 19 years old,, that's different.

[Demetz]

Cross generational generally makes me too sick to consider. There was one story though, surrounding an alien culture, where the author managed to sell the idea that alien + different culture made it okay. After all... its a different species with entirely different biological ticks and triggers.... though, frankly, the story did still sicken me a little... it was a pretty dark story, packed with rapes, but none of that bullshit where they start enjoying it partway through or they fall in love with their rapists; the story focused on the feelings and lives of the victims....

 

Anyway, as a general rule, no parent/child sex scenes for me. Even brother/brother stuff can be pretty creepy, especially if one is much older than the other.

[Tarin]

I would. Incest is not something that particularly turns me on, but I don't mind it. So long as it is consentual, I don't see anything wrong with it.

 

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Edited February 14, 2008 by Tarin

[Tiger]

Cross generational generally makes me too sick to consider. There was one story though, surrounding an alien culture, where the author managed to sell the idea that alien + different culture made it okay. After all... its a different species with entirely different biological ticks and triggers.... though, frankly, the story did still sicken me a little... it was a pretty dark story, packed with rapes, but none of that bullshit where they start enjoying it partway through or they fall in love with their rapists; the story focused on the feelings and lives of the victims....

That's actually quite common. They call it Stockholm syndrome. It is not at all unusual for a person to fall in love with a perpetrator. Eventually the victim sees a system of rewards and wants to please the perpetrator. I can be to the point where the victim will kill for him or her.

[Razor]

The 'hot twins' fantasy is something, I think, to which most people can relate, but I can't say that I'd ever read a story featuring incest.

 

Menzo

 

 

Mmmmm, twincest. Yummy.