This is always a fun topic of conversation. I noticed that in general, my favorite bookish couples are all from longer novels. I guess I need a longer story to get into them? Who are you favorite bookish couples, or as you’ll find in the book-world “OTP” (one true pairing)?
1. Edward and Bella
Honestly, they are probably the *original* bookish couple, so I had to include them! These book created such an intense fandom, I think it’s responsible for a lot of the OTP/book boyfriend stuff we see today!
2. Alexander and Tatiana
UGH these two go through some serious ish. Sometimes I loved them as a couple, sometimes I hated them. But I read almost 2000 pages of their relationship, because I HAD TO KNOW HOW THEIR STORY ENDED. And I don’t regret it for a second.
3. Matthew and Diana
I consider Matthew and Diana the more adult/sophisticated/better Edward and Bella. I ADORE THEM.
4. Rhett and Scarlett
WAHHHHHH these two are so perfect for each other. UGH WHY IS THIS BOOK SO BRUTAL.
5. Mr. Rochester and Jane
OMG maybe I amend my statement about Edward and Bella being the original OTP and say that these two definitely are. *swoon*
6. View Spoiler » and Feyre
I had to put the spoiler on the name, since that was majorly spoiled for me before I read the series. And if you haven’t read it yet, DON’T CLICK THE SPOILER LINK. These two are definitely a favorite couple of mine. Meow.
7. Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth
Because, duh. I really need to re-read this book ASAP.
8. Lancelot and Guinevere
Ugh, I LOVED THESE TWO.
9. Saalim and Emel
Bahaha, okay this is sort of a joke (but not really). These are actually the two characters from my novel. They’re definitely one of my favorite bookish couples (especially when I think of all that I have planned for them. *rubs hands together* Muhahaha). The photos above are “aesthetics” (basically a photo representation of their character) for each of them.
Who is your favorite bookish couple?
A.S. Thornton has evolved from book blogger to author with a particular fondness for writing forbidden love in ancient deserts. When not writing, she’s caring for dogs and cats as a veterinarian. You’ll never find animals at the center of her writing, though, because those fictional worlds don’t have veterinarians and her literal brain can’t accept that the poor critters would be without parasite prevention. Thornton’s debut, DAUGHTER OF THE SALT KING is available wherever books are sold.
ShootingStarsMag
Ooh I really like the aesthetics for your novel! I don’t know who my top bookish couples would be…I mean, I really like the pairings in the Shades of Magic series. Oh! Benedict and Beatrice from Much Ado About Nothing are fun!
-Lauren
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Ali
I LOVE the pairings in the shades of magic series, too!! Esp Rhy and Alucard!
Erin @ The Inky Bookworm
I’m a big fan of Anne of Green Gables and Gilbert Blythe myself.
Ali
yes!! i forgot about them!
Jen
😂 I read you saying that Bella and Edward were the “original couple” and was fuming. But you mentioned my favourites Jane and Mr. Rochester and then corrected yourself 😁 And Diana and Matthew!!! Ah these are my literary obsessions right there. And of course Lizzie and Darcy. Finally someone who understands 😂 can’t think of others right now unless you count the obvious Cathy and Heathcliff.
Ali
LOL. I’m glad we otherwise share the same literary couple faves!
momknu
Mr. Rochester and Jane , Diana and Matthew , spoller and Feyre, Edward and Bella, Tatiana and Alexander and of course Saalim and Emel. All OTP.
Ali
No surprises that we share the same ones!
Suzanne @ The Bookish Libra
Great list! We share a lot of favorite couples. Matthew and Diana from A Discovery of Witches is an especially great choice. I need to re-read that series at some point.
Ali
I just recently re-read some of it – it was sooo much fun!
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Milana
You need to read the October Daye series. October and Tybalt forever 💜
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Ali
You’re right. I totally do!!!