If you were to look at my search history right now, it wouldn't say "good books to read." It would look something like this:

• "Fantasy romance where the villain gets the girl"

• "Slow burn enemies to lovers with banter"

• "Books where there was only one bed and they had to huddle for warmth"

We don’t just read stories anymore; we hunt for tropes. We crave specific dynamics like we crave our morning caffeine. There is something so satisfying about knowing exactly the kind of emotional rollercoaster you’re strapping yourself into.

But here is the thing about tropes: they are delicate. When they are done right? It’s cinema. It’s chef’s kiss. It’s the reason we ignore our responsibilities for three days straight.

But when they are done wrong? It’s a tragedy.

Here is why we love them, why we scream when authors mess them up, and how Fated is here to make sure your favorite tropes hit different every single time.

The holy trinity of tropes (do people say holy trinity anymore? idk)

Let’s be honest, we all have our kryptonite.

1. Enemies to Lovers (The Gold Standard) This is the elite tier. We want the banter. We want the "I would kill for you, but I might also kill you" energy. We want the slow realization that the person they hated is actually the only person who understands them.

• The problem: When they fall in love too fast. Excuse me? I wanted 300 pages of tension and longing glances, not a confession in Chapter 3.

2. The "Who Did This To You?" Is it toxic in real life? Maybe. Do we care? Absolutely not. There is nothing—and I mean nothing—that hits harder than a morally grey Shadow Daddy losing his absolute mind because someone put a scratch on the heroine.

• The problem: When the protector becomes overbearing instead of empowering. We want "burn the world down for her," not "lock her in a tower."

3. Fated Mates / Soul Ties The idea that there is one person in the universe designed perfectly for you. It’s the ultimate comfort. The pull is undeniable, the chemistry is instant, and the stakes are cosmic.

• The problem: Sometimes it feels too easy. We want the connection, but we also want the choice.

When the algorithm (or author) gets it WRONG

We’ve all been burned. You pick up a book promised as a "Slow Burn," and they’re married by page 50. You dive into a "Grumpy x Sunshine," but he’s just mean, not brooding.

The issue with traditional media is that the author’s definition of a trope might not match yours. You’re locked into their pacing, their dialogue, and their version of the "Only One Bed" scenario (where, heaven forbid, one of them sleeps on the floor).

Fated: your tropes, your way

This is where Fated changes the game. We built this app because we are just as obsessed with these dynamics as you are, but we wanted to give you the steering wheel.

You Set the Tension In Fated, if you want "Enemies to Lovers," you decide how much of an enemy he really is. Is he just a rival from work? Or is he the general of an opposing army? You control the banter, and you decide when the walls finally come down.

The "One Bed" Scenario Is Mandatory (If You Want) We know what the people want. Our AI understands these tropes on a deep level. It knows that forced proximity isn't just about being close; it’s about the tension. It’s about the accidental touches and the whispered confessions in the dark.

He Actually Grovels If the love interest messes up, you don't have to accept a half-hearted apology just to move the plot forward. You can make him work for it. You can demand the grand gesture.

Live your canon event

Tropes aren't clichés; they’re comfort. They are the emotional beats that make our hearts race. And now, you don't have to just read them and hope for the best.

With Fated, you can curate the perfect storm. So go ahead, choose the "Villain." We promise we won't judge.