Genres and Tropes I Love
In this section, I describe some of the major tropes within the fantasy and romance genres. Please keep in mind that the books in this website may display one or multiple of these themes. Romantasy blends romance and fantasy, allowing you to not only experience different worlds but different relationships.
Fantasy
Fantasy is one of my favorite genres. All of the books on this website have major elements of fantasy. Here, there are elements in the world that make it quite different from our own. This can be in the form of fated bonds, dystopia, emphasized royalty, mystical creatures or beings, and more.
Paranormal
Paranormal novels are a specific type of fantasy novel, where the supernatural elements are usually ingrained within the real-world (as secrets) rather than entirely new worlds. Some common elements might be vampires, shifters, witches, etc.
Paranormal stories often focus on the idea that the supernatural exists quietly alongside everyday life. The magical elements are usually hidden from the general public, known only to certain groups or revealed to the main character as the story progresses. Thus, the characters must balance ordinary life with dangerous secrets, ancient powers, or creatures that most people don’t even know are real.
Romance
I also love romance books! But, I dont't like when the main plot is just romance or when it is insta-love or fast-burn. I prefer slow-burn novels, where the romance develops gradually as the characters get to know each other. Preferably, it happens over the course of several books if it is a series, with the characters having no official relationship in the first book (at least!).
Enemies-to-Lovers
This is one of my favorite types of romance. The main characters start out disliking each other, and slowly start to develop feelings for one another as the book progresses. In some cases, one of the characters is even actively trying to kill the other. In many, the hatred is mutual, with both leads being forced to work together to solve some common goal.
What makes enemies-to-lovers so satisfying is the tension and payoff. Since the characters don't trust each other at first, every interaction feels more meaningful. Over time, the relationship shifts from rivalry to respect, and then to something deeper, which makes the romance feel earned instead of rushed.
Soulmates / Mates
In this sub-genre, the main characters are destined to be together. They live in a world where people either 'click' at a certain age or when they meet their other half. However, just because people are soulmates doesn't mean that they're able to be together freely. Circumstances, class, and even secret missions can actively drive them apart.
The bond gives the characters a powerful connection from the start, but the best books still make them work for it by adding real obstacles and tough choices. Instead of the relationship being easy, the characters often have to fight for each other (e.g. second-chance romances, rejected-mate romances, etc.), prove their loyalty, and decide whether destiny is enough or if love is something they have to choose on their own.
Friends-to-Lovers
In this sub-genre, the main characters are friends first, and romance develops slowly. Oftentimes, they are childhood best friends, and neither can risk losing the other, which is why they keep their feelings hidden. Sometimes one or both of the characters is already in a relationship, and the time just isn't right for them to be together.
In friends-to-lovers, the characters already have emotional depth between them. They know each other's habits, fears, and dreams, which creates a strong foundation before any romance even begins. The tension usually comes from unspoken feelings, missed chances, or the fear of ruining the friendship, so when the relationship finally changes, it feels natural and deeply earned.