Compelling romances typically involve at least two types of conflict: internal (personal growth) and external (societal or interpersonal hurdles).

Love triangles are a classic romantic storyline, where one person is torn between two love interests. This trope can lead to complicated emotions, conflicted loyalties, and heart-wrenching decisions. Think Twilight, The Hunger Games, or Casablanca, where characters are forced to choose between love and duty.

: A classic "marriage of convenience" or pretending to date for a social event, where the facade eventually feels real.