I liked Sosua before the 'tidy-up' and I like it just as much now.
Try not to take much notice of the naysayers, they seem to be lost souls with a grudge against Sosua and generally don't live around here.
You will have a good time if you pack and bring your normal common sense and don't flaunt your valuables after dark.
Like in any town at night, stay in the lighted parts and during the day, visit the beach for photos, get a ride to Cabarete and Encuentro to look around.
Check out Puerto Plata for some good pictures from the top of the mountain and ,if you like that sort of thing, a 'Bush safari' with a 4x4 truck.Great scenery!
La Boca is worth a visit at the weekend for the beach outing.
I can't comment on the local girls. There are many experts on that on DR1 it seems.
Have fun and don't be put off by the 'Sosua Grinches' on this board.