Romeo and Juliet *died*. I always liked that in a teen romance story.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author appreciates that Romeo and Juliet end in death, contrasting with typical happy endings in teen romance.
- In plain terms
- He likes that the teen romance story ends with death instead of a happy ending.
- What can you take from it?
- Tragic endings can be more memorable than happy ones.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why do tragic stories stick with us?
- What makes a teen romance memorable?
Another view
Valuing death in romance might not appeal to all readers seeking hope.
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