The Problem with Romantasy – It’s Not Fantasy, Just Spice

The Problem with Romantasy – It’s Not Fantasy, Just Spice
Let’s talk about the **rise of "Romantasy"** and why it often **fails as true fantasy**. 📖🔥 With the explosion of **BookTok trends** and the endless hype around **spicy fantasy romances**, many so-called **fantasy books** feel more like **romance novels with a medieval setting** than actual **epic fantasy storytelling**.

🚨 Where’s the worldbuilding?
🔥 Why is plot taking a backseat to romance?
📖 Can we get back to actual **fantasy**?

What do you think? Does **romantasy** deserve its place in fantasy, or is it just romance in disguise? Let’s discuss in the comments!

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#Romantasy #FantasyBooks #BookTok #SpicyBooks #BookTube #BookDiscussion #WorldbuildingMatters #FantasyVsRomance #ReadingCommunity #BookTrends