Trope Talk: Why Fake Dating and Marriage of Convenience Sizzle
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Exploring the Fake Dating and Marriage of Convenience Tropes in Romance Novels
In this episode of 'The Plot With A Twist,' hosts Roe, Allorah and Shaye dive into the popular romance tropes of fake dating and marriage of convenience. They discuss the common predicaments leading to these scenarios, such as avoiding an ex, needing an inheritance, or handling paparazzi. They explore the prevalence of these tropes across contemporary, sports, and historical romance genres, and highlight notable examples like Elle Kennedy’s and Liz Tomford’s works. The episode also addresses what makes these tropes entertaining, their must-haves like banter and jealousy, and pitfalls like predictable third-act breakups. Tune in for detailed trope breakdowns and book recommendations.
00:00 Introduction to The Plot with a Twist
00:26 Exploring the Fake Dating and Marriage of Convenience Tropes
03:18 Diving into Popular Storylines and Examples
05:51 Unique Twists and Desired Changes in Tropes
09:41 Micro Tropes and Must-Haves
16:31 Dislikes and Common Pitfalls
19:24 Discussing 'Leather and Lark 2'
20:55 Frustrations with Miscommunication Tropes
21:13 Authors Who Nail the Trope
21:29 Favorite Books Featuring the Trope
25:07 Hilarious Fake Dating Scenarios
28:25 Marriage of Convenience Recommendations
37:00 Upcoming Releases and Final Thoughts
38:04 Cocktail of the Week: The Honeymoon
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