Popular teen romances often rely on familiar tropes, such as the "meet-cute," the "forbidden love" narrative, and the "will-they-won't-they" dynamic. These storylines frequently center on white, middle-class protagonists and reinforce traditional notions of romantic love, intimacy, and relationships. However, recent years have seen a growing trend towards more diverse representations of teen romance, including stories featuring LGBTQ+ characters, non-white protagonists, and non-traditional relationship structures.