Be aware that using 'salacious' can suggest disapproval of the sexual content being referenced. They avoided discussing the book's most salacious details.
Pro Tip 2/3
Often Negative
'Salacious' implies a distasteful or unethical interest in sex, unlike neutral terms like 'sexual'. The tabloid was filled with salacious stories about celebrities.
Pro Tip 3/3
Not Subtle
Using 'salacious' indicates something very obvious and often inappropriately sexual. The comedian's salacious jokes made some audience members uncomfortable.