Well, 'The Death of Santini' is fiction. It might draw from elements of real life but is crafted into a fictional narrative with creative elements and plotlines.
The Great Santini is not a true story. It was created by the author to explore certain themes and characters through fiction. Although it might draw inspiration from real-life situations or emotions, it is not a factual account of actual events.
There are also other military characters in the novel, like Bull's comrades. They help to show the military world that Bull is a part of and how it influences his behavior at home. Their presence and the military culture they represent are an important backdrop to the story of the Meecham family.
One of the main themes is family dynamics. The relationship between the father, Bull Meecham (the Great Santini), and his son Ben is complex and full of conflict. Another theme could be masculinity and how it is defined in the military - influenced family environment.
Well, in the world of fanfiction, the possibilities are endless. Regarding an OC saving Elia Martell, it could happen in a variety of ways. For instance, if the OC is a time - traveler, they could go back and prevent the events that led to her downfall. Or if the OC is a powerful sorcerer or warrior, they might be able to fight off the threats against her. But again, it really varies from one fanfiction to another. Fanfiction is all about exploring different 'what - ifs' and this is just one of the many interesting scenarios that can be created.
I'm sorry, I'm not familiar with the specific 'John Elia love story'. There could be many people named John Elia, and without more context, it's hard to tell his love story.
One idea could be a crossover where Naruto's world is somehow connected to the world of Elia Martell. Naruto could meet Elia in a dimension -rift scenario. He might use his ninja skills to protect her from threats in her own world that her normal guards can't handle.
One great fanfic could be about Arthur Dayne and Elia Martell meeting in a diplomatic event in Dorne. They start off as strangers but gradually come to respect each other's cultures and skills. In this fanfic, their conversations are filled with the subtleties of Westerosi politics and the different values of the North and Dorne.