I know this is probably a common topic. For me, I’m not sure if it’s a “trope” or just totally misinformed writing, but it’s how many authors approach alcoholism. Some examples are Girl on the Train and The House Across the Lake, among HUNDREDS. If anyone else here has struggled with alcoholism, you know it’s not just "i woke up after downing an entire bottle of whiskey but was able to shower, down a cup of coffee, and solve a murder. "

  • arespos@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    love triangles have always been one of my least favourite tropes, i can never get invested, maybe its just because ive never met someone in that situation before but it seems so incredibly unrealistic that you are equally in love with two people who are also equally in love with you, just choose one and get on with the story

    • rogaladriel@alien.topBEnglish
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      1 year ago

      I was in a love triangle as a teen/20 something and it’s absolutely as weird and frustrating as they are written. I don’t read much with love triangles, but TV shows always have them and I’m always like: I do NOT miss that. 🤣