Enemies to Lovers 101: Books, Microtropes, and Why We Love Them
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In this episode of The Plot With A Twist, hosts Roe, Allorah, and Shaye dive deep into the beloved 'Enemies to Lovers' trope popular in books. They explore what makes this trope work, its versatility, micro-tropes, and banter. The episode features a lively discussion on side characters, tension, hate-filled relationships, and specific books and authors who excel in writing enemies-to-lovers stories, including series recommendations and upcoming releases. The episode concludes with a cocktail recipe called 'Broken and Bitter,' perfectly embodying the spirit of these tumultuous love stories.
00:00 Introduction to The Plot with a Twist
00:31 Exploring the Enemies to Lovers Trope
01:57 Key Elements of a Good Enemies to Lovers Story
08:58 What We Dislike in Enemies to Lovers
15:04 Authors Who Nail the Enemies to Lovers Trope
24:46 Complementary Tropes for Enemies to Lovers
27:00 Enemies to Lovers: Carnal Games
27:49 Marriage of Convenience and Mafia Arranged Marriages
28:02 Fake Dating and Forced Proximity
28:48 Micro Tropes in Enemies to Lovers
29:08 Possessiveness and Protectiveness
31:45 Non-Consensual Tattoos and Markings
35:47 Enemies to Lovers Book Recommendations
44:27 Upcoming Enemies to Lovers Releases
48:54 Cocktail Hour: Broken and Bitter
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