What's That Trope?
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Actually Understandable Acronyms
Name That Book
100
A popular narrative device where two characters begin in direct opposition—fueled by rivalry, ideological differences, or outright hatred—and gradually develop mutual respect, deep emotional intimacy, and eventually a romantic relationship
Enemies to Lovers
100
"May the odds be ever in your favor."
Effie Trinket, The Hunger Games
100
A brooding, hot Fae warrior that serves as a Spymaster. He is defined by his shadowy magic, his massive wings (there's a theory about this, IYKYK), and the emotional scars from his tragic past.
Azriel, my emo boyfriend, ACOMAF
100
This refers to the leading lady or primary female protagonist whose story, growth, and point of view the reader follow
FMC
100
This book is a twisty psychological thriller about an ex-con who takes a live-in job for a wealthy family. As she cares for their home, she finds herself entangled in the household's dark, disturbing dynamics and an illicit attraction to the husband.
The Housemaid
200
A classic storytelling trope in which two future romantic partners encounter each other for the first time. The meeting is typically charming, serendipitous, and often defined by quirky circumstances, humor, or mild awkwardness.
Meet-Cute
200
"We do not eat our allies"
Tairn, Fourth Wing
200
A tall, powerfully built shadow daddy with a very large scaly companion (I was trying to make it more difficult lmao). He has windblown black hair, dark eyes speckled with gold, tawny-brown skin, and a distinctive rebellion relic curling up his left arm and neck.
Xaden, Fourth Wing
200
That list that is forever growing more and more unrealistic for a bookish person, but we swear we'll get to all of it.
TBR
200
This book is a classic allegorical story about a group of British boys stranded on a deserted island during a war. Left without adult supervision, the boys’ initial attempts to establish a democratic, civilized society quickly collapse into brutal savagery, mob mentality, and violence
Lord of the Flies
300
A narrative device where a group of unrelated characters come together to form a deep, familial bond. These characters typically share mutual support, unconditional love, and a sense of belonging that rivals or replaces their biological families
Found Family
300
"Sometimes dead is better."
Jud Crandall, Pet Semetary
300
This male protagonist, is portrayed as a morally ambiguous character—a stalker who simultaneously leads a vigilante organization fighting human trafficking and corruption. The book's setting includes a gothic mansion inherited by the main female character, which adds a supernatural and dark atmosphere central to the plot.
Zade Meadows, Haunting Adeline
300
Some readers may do this when they just can't get into a book and want to move on to the next.
DNF
300
This final book of it's trilogy follows a young healer and an idealistic djinn prince fighting to free their magical kingdom from a brutal civil war and a tyrannical new ruler
The Empire of Gold
400
A literary device where the storyteller's credibility is compromised, causing the audience to question the accuracy of the events being told.
Unreliable Narrator
400
"Leave this world a better place than how you found it."
The Suriel, A Court of War and Ruin
400
The hockey captain at Maple Hills University (I didn't read this so idk how else to describe him and google wasn't helpful)
Nathan, Icebreaker
400
This refers to a conclusive and emotionally satisfying ending where the main characters overcome their obstacles, commit to each other, and are guaranteed a bright, joyful future.
HEA
400
This book is a dark, romantic comedy about two vigilante serial killers who hunt other serial killers, fall in love, and participate in a twisted annual competition
Butcher and Blackbird
500
A storytelling device where characters are compelled to share close physical space or spend extended time together, often against their will.
Forced Proximity
500
"How fun is it to run through the woods at night during winter? About as much fun as having Hannibal Lecter for a gynecologist."
Aly, Lights Out
500
A tall, dark-haired (filthy mouthed) Fae warrior with an arrogant, sarcastic attitude and a mysterious connection to a volatile element, which he has a small portion of in the iris of his eye.
Kingfisher, Quicksilver
500
This is a free, pre-publication version of a book given to bloggers, influencers, librarians, and readers in exchange for an honest review prior to the official launch
ARC
500
It is a cosmic drama featuring a talking snake, a global flood, a floating bear-claw-and-eye chariot, and a wandering carpenter who reverses an ancient curse, only for the story to end with an epic sci-fi finale of dragons, seven-headed beasts, and a city that falls from the sky. [1, 2]
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