#romance literature

[riseupriseupandcomealong]

sir orfeo is a breton lay retelling the story of orpheus and eurydice with some notable changes: orfeo’s wife is stolen by the fairies and he successfully wins her back. the story also exists in ballad fragments from the shetland islands

[ariadnethedragon]

LORD OF SCOUNDRELS by Loretta Chase

“I will teach you a lesson you’ll never forget.”

She tangled her fingers in his hair and brought his mouth to hers. “My wicked darling,” she whispered. “I should like to see you try.”

[intothestacks]

Comic by Tom Gauld

[adeadlemonliving]

Hey, Y'all Remember the 'Read my Mum's Porn' Post?

You know, this one? Well, it looks like, since then, the mum Nicky Shivers has released two books: Totally Wrecked and Totally Shipped.

These books are a real romp, and I highly advise you read them if you like smut/reverse haram/island survival/fluffy romance. Because these books have those in droves. You got a romance-loving bestie? A spicy aunt who loves her smut? Or just wanna do a good deed? Read these, rate these, love these. Bc authors are like plants: they need continuous support and watering.

[sad-endings-suck]

i’m gonna need fantasy romance authors to stop claiming that their books are an “enemies to lovers” story with a “morally grey” love interest and a “badass independent” heroine, because i have read a lot of these damn books and not one of them was even close to being any of those things.

[mrmemoirm]

“Do I make you stare?”

“why yes, darling. You are captivating in my eyes. Like those pieces of art works displayed, I comprehend for far most sense of beauty was ever created. More than galaxies that I have yet to see, the view I see right in front of me is more what I have looked for.”

— GMT +8 time: 11:18pm, December 23 2023

M.R memoir ★

[sonofapunk]

it’s “but should anyone try to sever them, the hazel dies right away, and the honeysuckle, the same day. ‘dear love, that's our story, too: never you without me, me without you!’” and it’s “he's more myself than i am. whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same.” and it’s “i could recognize him by touch alone, by smell; i would know him blind, by the way his breaths came and his feet struck the earth. i would know him in death, at the end of the world.” and it’s “he stepped down, trying not to look long at her, as if she were the sun, yet he saw her, like the sun, even without looking.” and it’s “i would like to be the air that inhabits you for a moment only. i would like to be that unnoticed and that necessary.” and it’s “so, i love you because the entire universe conspired to help me find you.” and it’s “goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.” and it’s "in another life, i would have really liked just doing laundry and taxes with you." and it’s

[roach-pizza]

Link to first chapter (18+. Minors DNI)

Ascal and Gillius, on the outside, look like they hate each other and are hellbent on making the other miserable. However between the snide comments and occasional fights, it becomes clear more is at play here.

[4s1na]

"I will love you as we find ourselves farther and farther from one another, where once we were so close... I will love you until your face is fogged by a distant memory. I will love you no matter where you go and who you see, I will love you if you don't marry me. I will love you if you marry someone else--and I will love you if you never marry at all, and spend your years wishing you had married me after all. That is how I will love you even as the world goes on its wicked way.”

— Lemony Snicket, The Beatrice Letters

[eldrichhorrornyaa]

A Vignette

Word count: 70

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“Hey Al?”

“Yeah?”

“Do you want to know what the most frustrating part of dating you is?”

“Uhh… I guess so? What is it, Boo?”

“You… I… there’s a big part of me that wants to be mad at you and stay mad at you whenever you do something stupid, but… You’re just so cute and so sweet and I love you too much!”

“Aww, I love you too, Boo!”

[fieriframes]

[Life should imitate romance literature far more often.]

[thenowherejournal]

Pride and Prejudice: 2005 Movie Adaptation Review

A Review Article By Francis and Nad ( February 2024)

Background, Features and Details

When people think of the phrase “Pride and Prejudice”, most would think of one of two things: the 1813 Jane Austen novel or the 2005 film. The popularity of the novel marked itself as a staple in classic literature that everyone should read. Despite that, some people’s gateway into the story was the film made in the early 2000s.

The two-hour film adaptation of the book was directed by Joe Wright in his feature directorial debut, with Kiera Knightly and Matthew Macfayden playing the main protagonists of the movie. The film places itself around Elizabeth Bennett and her family after receiving the news that a wealthy young gentleman has rented a manor. The Bennet Family, consisting of five sisters and their parents, attends a ball where said gentleman and his companion, Charles Bingley and Mr. Darcy, are present. The story progresses from there; we see how Elizabeth and Darcy’s relationship unfolds, and how their families play into the story. We also see a subplot with her older sister, Jane, and Mr. Bingley.

The Assessment 

The 2005 Pride and Prejudice Movie is one of the greatest examples of a book-to-movie adaptation. It was successful in adapting the classical book while also incorporating some modern elements to it. It captured the “comedic” side of the book with its witty lines and great delivery of the actors and actresses that were cast. The acting was also on-point, especially for the characters that played Elizabeth, Darcy and the Bennet Family, since they have brought these fictional people into life. 

The film also has excellent cinematography with movie shots that truly capture what the book describes and “feels” while also making them as historically accurate as possible. Original themes of the book like social class, reputation and of course, like what the title states, were also not forgotten in the movie adaption, hence it can be seen throughout the whole production. In addition, the soundtrack of the movie contributed to the commendable storytelling because each scene has a specific musical theme that matches the emotions and feelings of the characters they are focusing on. 

What the movie lacked was the creativity with the costumes, specifically the women’s hair, make-up and dresses, but overall almost all of the elements of the film are praiseworthy. There were no dull moments considering that each scene had an entertaining moment in it. This makes it not boring to watch as most period movies are hard to finish. Hence, making it an iconic movie that both period drama enjoyers and romance book enthusiasts undeniably love.

A Movie for Artists, Readers and Fashion Lovers

The movie adaptation is filled with beautiful shots and sceneries that art students can benefit from. It can inspire them to create works based on the movie. Illustrators can get references from the fields of the Bennets to Bingley’s Mansion, to Darcy’s display room. Film majors can also study the movie and learn about its framing, color grading and composition which they can apply to their projects.

Fictional and romance book fanatics can also benefit from the film since its adaptation is accurate to the book. As a result, they can visualize the story more clearly while also enjoying some extra elements such as music, props and some funny ad-libs. Fashion enthusiasts can also take inspiration from how the characters style themselves and incorporate them with modern clothing and looks.

[underestimated-heroine]

On that post about straight woman's erotica & 50 shades of gray-esque protagonists:

Totally agree with OP on a purely emotional level. Never cared for that Edward boy & Justin Gray or whatever the fuck, and I never even really liked the more nuanced, "endearing", vulnerable versions of this dude (looking at you, O*tlander).

That said, hope we all recognize (or, can learn to recognize) venting when we see/hear it, and treat it as such rather than considering our disgust a valid pathway for moral grandstanding.

Pearl-clutching over dark, romantic, and/or especially erotic fiction written by and for women isn't a new or interesting or enlightened thing to do by any stretch of the imagination lmao.

[desdasiwrites]

A wise woman once told me it’s not my job to teach people to be happy.

– Tessa Bailey, Window Shopping

[hopelessly-hopeful-romantic]

Found on pinterest; not my photos!!

[junos-office-drama]

Blood & Aurum

For centuries, Aeliana was a kept woman — a literal piece of property owned by a mage. Now that mage is dead, and she's on her own for the very first time. With no friends and few options, she has to make a critical decision: surrender her freedom and return to the caged life she's always known, or offer up her lifeblood in exchange for a vampire's hospitality?

Bob is a blood-sucking vampire with a heart of gold and a soft spot for people in need. When a strange woman calls his number, he doesn't hesitate to offer her a place to hide. But she's unlike anyone he's met before, and he's not prepared for the magic swimming in her blood.

Despite the odds, they may be truly made for each other — as long as they can keep hidden from the mages that are looking to regain their lost prize...

[Modern Urban Fantasy / Slow Romance / Eventual Smut]

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