Hi there! Welcome to Once Upon a Trope, my cozy little corner of the internet dedicated to all things romance books. My name is Bri, and if it has a love story—whether it’s sweet, spicy, angsty, or hilarious—you can bet I’m reading it (and probably recommending it to anyone who will listen).
I devour all kinds of romance:
- Lighthearted rom coms that make me laugh so hard I snort.
- Angsty tales that leave me an emotional wreck.
- Dark romances that bring all the spice (because who doesn’t need a little danger with their swoons?).
If it’s got tropes, happily-ever-afters, or a well-earned slow burn, I’m here for it!
What You’ll Find Here
Once Upon a Trope is where I gush about my latest book obsessions, provide detailed spoiler-filled summaries, unpack the tropes we all secretly (or not-so-secretly) love, and share honest reviews of everything from quick novellas to epic slow burns. Whether you’re into the grumpy/sunshine dynamic, enemies-to-lovers chaos, or single parent romances that hit you right in the feels, you’ll find something to love here.
I also put together must-read lists, deep dives into popular (and underrated) tropes, and the occasional rant about why we all deserve more fake-dating-to-real-love stories in our lives.
Why I Fell for Romance Books
Funny story: I didn’t always love reading. High school literature classes had me trudging through books I had to read, and somewhere along the way, I lost the joy of it. (If I never have to analyze another symbol of a broken clock, it’ll still be too soon.)
Fast forward to grad school—knee-deep in research, surrounded by formulas, and desperate for an escape—I picked up a romance novel on a whim. Spoiler alert: it was like falling in love for the first time. Romance helped me rediscover my love for stories, and now I can’t stop. (Seriously, someone take away my credit card during book sales.)
But instead of annoying my friends and family with daily “You HAVE to read this!” texts, I’ve created this blog so I can shout about amazing books to random strangers on the internet—strangers who just might become my fellow romance-obsessed community.
Let’s Connect!
I’d love to hear from you:
- What are your favorite romance tropes?
- What books made you fall in love with reading?
- Are there tropes you’re totally over or wish would be done differently?
Drop a comment below, connect with me on Instagram (@once.upon.a.trope.blog) or check out some of my first posts to get started.
Thanks for Stopping By!
Thank you for visiting Once Upon a Trope! I’m so excited to share this journey with you as we dive into swoon-worthy stories, dissect our favorite tropes, and celebrate the world of romance books.