So the next time you settle in for a slow burn or a heart-wrenching confession scene, remember: you aren’t just wasting time. You are studying the architecture of the human soul. And that is never a waste.
For decades, the "Toxic Romance" was the industry standard. The brooding, possessive hero (think Wuthering Heights or Twilight ) was sold as the ultimate fantasy. However, a significant shift has occurred in the last decade.