What are the common tropes in 'enemies to lovers fan fiction'?

One popular trope is the 'forced proximity'. For example, they get stuck in an elevator or on a deserted island. This forces them to interact and see each other in a new light. Another is the 'secret admirer' where one of them secretly likes the other even while being enemies publicly. The 'betrayal reveal' is also common. Maybe one discovers that the other was wrongly accused of something, which changes their feelings. And of course, the 'slow - burn' where the transition from hatred to love is very gradual.

Some excellent 'enemies to lovers' fictions are 'Cruel Prince' by Holly Black. Jude and Cardan are enemies in the faerie world. Jude is a mortal living among the faeries and Cardan is a cruel prince who bullies her. But over time, their relationship changes into something more passionate. 'The Cruel Prince' shows how power dynamics and initial hatred can transform into love. Also, in 'The Vampire Diaries' book series (although it has a TV adaptation too), Elena and Damon start off as enemies. Damon is a vampire who seems menacing to Elena at first, but as the story unfolds, they develop a deep and complex relationship that has elements of love despite their initial enmity.

Sure. 'The Mortal Instruments' has some great enemies to lovers fan fiction. Clary and Jace start off with a lot of animosity but then fall in love. Another one is from 'Sherlock' fandom. Some fics depict Sherlock and Moriarty in an enemies to lovers scenario which is really interesting.

Misunderstanding is a common theme. Often, the two characters start off hating each other because they misinterpret each other's actions or motives. For example, one might think the other is being arrogant when in fact they are just shy.

One common theme is self - discovery. As they go from being enemies to lovers, they often discover new aspects of themselves. Another is acceptance, both self - acceptance and acceptance from society. For example, in many stories, they have to deal with how others view their relationship. Also, there's the theme of breaking barriers. Whether it's social class differences like in 'Maurice' or cultural differences in some other stories, they break through these barriers to be together.

One common element is initial conflict. There has to be a strong reason for them to be enemies at the start, like different beliefs or goals. For example, in a story about a detective and a thief, their occupations put them at odds. Another element is forced proximity. They often have to be in close situations together, which gives them a chance to see each other's real selves. Also, character growth is important. They both need to change their initial views of each other. The detective may realize the thief has a good reason for stealing, and the thief may see the detective is not just out to get him but also wants justice.

One common theme is the power of forgiveness. In these stories, the characters often have to forgive past wrongs or misunderstandings that made them enemies in the first place. Another theme is self - discovery. As they move from being enemies to lovers, they learn more about themselves and their own capacity for love. For example, in 'Pride and Prejudice', Elizabeth realizes her own prejudices and Darcy learns about his pride.

One common theme is the journey from friendship to love. Often, they start as friends in the fan fictions, and then slowly realize their deeper feelings for each other. For example, in many stories, they support each other through tough times which leads to a romantic connection.

The transformation is appealing. It's like watching two people break down their walls. For example, in 'Pride and Prejudice', seeing Darcy go from being so aloof to being in love with Elizabeth is satisfying. Also, the tension between the characters adds excitement. Their arguments and disagreements create a spark that can be really engaging for readers.

One common trope is the 'realization moment'. It's when one of the friends suddenly sees the other in a new, romantic light. Maybe it's during a special event like a wedding or a trip. Another is the 'jealousy factor'. When one friend starts dating someone else, the other realizes their true feelings because of the jealousy they feel. And then there's the 'near - miss kiss'. They get close to kissing but are interrupted, which builds up the sexual tension.