What are the common themes in a Shameless Love Story?

Alcoholism or drug abuse is also prevalent. The addicted family member, usually a parent, is unable to be a proper caregiver. This creates a cycle of neglect and chaos. In 'The Glass Castle', Jeannette's father's alcoholism was a major factor in the family's instability.

Another theme is self - discovery. Ian's journey with his sexuality and Tony's own personal growth can be intertwined in fanfiction. For example, they might help each other come to terms with who they are in a more profound way than what's shown in the show.

One common theme could be the challenges Lip faces in dealing with the pregnancy situation. Given his character's background and the nature of the Shameless universe, it might involve struggles with family reactions.

One common theme is family loyalty. Just like in the show, fan fictions often explore how the Gallagher family sticks together through thick and thin.

One common theme is self - discovery. The male OC often has to figure out who he is in the complex and chaotic world of Shameless. For example, he might be from a different background and has to adapt to the unique culture of the show's setting.

Love and devotion are common themes. Mickey's overprotectiveness is a clear sign of his love for Ian.

Another theme is loyalty. The characters in both shows have strong loyalties to their families and friends. In a crossover, it could be interesting to see how the loyalty of a Shameless character compares to that of a Fosters character when they are put in a situation together, like when facing an external threat or when having to make a difficult choice that affects both families.

Transformation is a big theme. Just like in 'Beauty and the Beast', the Beast transforms not only physically but also in his behavior and attitude towards Belle. And Belle also transforms in her perception of the Beast. Also, power dynamics can be a theme. Sometimes in a love - hate relationship, one person may seem to have more power over the other at the start, but as the relationship evolves, the power dynamics shift. This can be seen in many stories where one character initially dominates the relationship during the 'hate' part but then things change as love develops.

Well, a very common theme is that of 'overcoming obstacles'. In a love story, there are usually things that try to keep the two lovers apart. It could be family differences, like in the story of 'Pride and Prejudice', where Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy have to overcome their initial prejudices and the social class differences between their families. Another theme is 'unconditional love'. This means loving someone without any conditions or expectations in return. It's like in some fairy - tales where the prince loves the princess even when she's in a difficult situation.

One common theme is the struggle between career and love. In modern times, people often have to balance their demanding jobs with their relationships. Another theme could be the role of technology in love. For example, how online dating has changed the way people meet and fall in love. Also, self - discovery within a relationship is a theme. People learn more about themselves while being in love with someone else.