“40 Book Lovers Reveal the Bizarre Real-Life Trends That Make Their Skin Crawl!”
Ever found yourself swooning over a brooding hero in a rom-com only to think, “Wait, would I even want to deal with that in real life?” It’s a common sentiment, especially in the fantastical but often twisted world of romantasy, where behaviors that seem ridiculously hot in print can come off as downright repulsive when they leap off the page and into the real world! Recently, fans of this genre dived into a discussion about the cringe-worthy behaviors that get romanticized in books but would be total deal-breakers in reality. Join us as we sift through these absurd tropes and hear insights from seasoned authors like Jeanne De Vita and Michelle M. Pillow, who weigh in on the allure of these characters and the often alarming disconnect between fiction and actual relationships. Let’s explore together—because who doesn’t love a good literary debate? LEARN MORE!
Many people read books to escape reality and get lost in the fantasy world. However, sometimes authors depict things in a way even the most dedicated fiction readers can’t get behind.
Recently, the romantasy genre lovers were discussing behaviors that are romanticized in books but actually are repulsive in real life. Scroll down to find them, and make sure to leave your own observations in the comments below.
While you’re at it, don’t forget to check out a conversation with Jeanne De Vita, award-winning author and editor, creative writing instructor at UCLA Extension, and founder of Book Genie, as well as Michelle M. Pillow, NYT and USA Today bestselling author of Romance, Cozy Mystery, and Paranormal Women’s Fiction, who kindly agreed to chat with us more about romanticized yet repulsive IRL tropes in romantasy books.
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