Happy Tuesday, bloggers!
For months, I’ve been waiting for this week. One, the gang is going to FanExpo again. Even though I’m thrilled about it, the bloody place is packed, and I always feel claustrophobic there. But two, I get to go to my first HCC Frenzy Presents! I wanted to attend the Spring one this year but couldn’t attend. So I am counting down the days for this weekend.
Top Ten Tuesday, originally created by The Broke and the Bookish and now hosted by That Artsy Reader Girl, is a weekly meme. We get to discuss our favourite tropes! I cannot count the number of tropes I hate. But these are the ones I hold a special flame for.
I hope you all enjoy the post!
Enemies-to-Lovers
Of course, this trope is number one. I’ll always support and promote it. It’s one of my favourites. And when done well, it can set off a book beautifully.
Morally Grey Characters and Themes
I don’t always enjoy a goody-goody character or a black-or-white theme. I love the variety. I need complicated layers and characters who aren’t afraid of bending the rules for themselves, their loved ones, and their cause. Nothing wrong in that, right? Right?
Lost or Secret Heir
I wasn’t always a fan of it. But when I read Throne of Glass, I was hooked. Maas is a master of this trope. So I am drawn toward these books because I like the thrill of peeling back the mystery and figuring out who these characters are.
Broken, Broody, and Brash Male Character
Hello there, darlings. I’m trash for this trope. Honestly. Once I know there’s a broody man, I have no way of steering clear from the novel. And I know I’m not the only reader who thinks that way.
Humble Beginnings
I prefer the characters who have struggled to survive. Why? I relate to them the most. I see myself in them. And I adore how they mature and develop into a strong-willed person who’s resilient. Frankly, they give me strength.
Villain Redemption
The trope doesn’t mean that every villain will find redemption, and I don’t look forward to that storyline. No. I love how villains still stay true to who they are but also discover some kind of redemption and be stronger than what they were. It plays an intriguing narrative.
Love Interest Pretending to Hate the Protagonist
It makes you want to punch the love interest. Truly, I’ve thrown my books because of these characters. They infuriate me, but I LOVE it.
Oh, enemies-to-loves/hate-to-love romances are the best! They’re so hard to write too, so I only have a few favorite books with this trope 🙂
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They are. But I absolutely how they bring enough angst to any kind of book though.
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Enemies to lovers all the way! I am 100% here for the angst and emotional turmoil!
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Right?! I am a big ETL reader. I just wish more authors would dabble in that trope.
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Agreed – we need more ETL! ❤
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Ooo I love all these! Hate to love is on of my faves!
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I love enemies to lovers and morally gray characters!
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Enemies to lovers and hate to love romances are my favorite 🙂
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Yeah, humble beginnings are wonderful to read about.
My TTT
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I’m glad to see that trope used. It does help the reader relate to the characters.
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I looove this list! So many of my favorite tropes are on it 😍 I’m a sucker for so many of these, especially the broody male, enemies to lovers, villain redemption and morally grey characters! Haha
My TTT post
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Same, same. I absolutely adore them all!
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Enemies to lovers is one of my favorites as well!
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Nice list! I like broody male characters as well. I also really like the morally grey/complicated characters. Here is our Top Ten Tuesday
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Morally grey characters are perfect for a moody read. I love figuring out who they are.
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Humble beginnings! I never thought about that one. Ugh I love your list Siobhan ❤
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Ah, thank you!! 💜 I’m happy to hear you liked it!
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I didn’t even think of some of these but excellent choices 😍😍😍
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Thank you, deary!
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I’m a big fan of enemies to lovers myself.
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Enemies-to-Lovers is my ABSOLUTELY FAVORITE TROPE EVER!!!!!! But you know, I like those other ones too 😉 Great list!
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RIGHT?! I WILL GO DOWN WITH THAT SHIP. Thank you, sweets.
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Villain redemption is so satisfying, especially if it’s really tested. Even a good character trying to stone for their big mistake. Here’s my TTT: https://speedyreadercom.wordpress.com/2019/08/20/favorite-tropes/
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I find it one of the most complex storylines out there. And even if they aren’t 100% “good,” I love them.
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I love enemies to lovers and morally grey characters!
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Love interest pretending to hate the protagonist and your explanation why/how it makes you feel is 100% relatable and MY BRAND AS WELL. Also, yesss to morally grey characters!
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LOL really, I could live in that trope. I feel so sorry for the books I’ve thrown though.
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YES To morally grey, Broken, Broody, and Brash Male Character, and villain redemption tropes!!!
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