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Sean Redding asked this question about On Chesil Beach:
Has anyone actually noticed that the girl is actually asexual? I seriously feel like everyone has overlooked that.
Colette O’Connor She has never experienced sexual attraction to anyone, which is the definition of asexual (and I should know because I am too)!

I also noted the hints…moreShe has never experienced sexual attraction to anyone, which is the definition of asexual (and I should know because I am too)!

I also noted the hints of childhood abuse, but while this could account for her disgust about sex, it wouldn't explain her orientation. After all, most people who are abused as children still experience sexual attraction, even if they may have difficulty with sex and relationships. (less)
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On Chesil Beach
by Ian McEwan (Goodreads Author)
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