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Sep 23, 2023Liked by Shelf Love

You really nailed it with the P&P example they "showed" emotions in a way that so many romance movies just don't get right. The Darcy Hand Flex is iconic because it evokes so much feeling!!

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Sep 15, 2023Liked by Shelf Love

Loved this article! In the same way that thinking about adaptations helps us to reflect on romance novel expectations, I felt like this article made me reflect on romcom movies beyond adaptations & some of your points made me think about what’s missing from the current romcom releases. Can’t wait for the post on contemporary adaptations!!

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