Any Trope But You

Book Title: Any Trope But You
Author: Victoria Lavine

Book Description:
Best-selling romance author Margot Bradley is on the verge of a career meltdown when her secret “Happily Never After” file—where she reimagines unhappy endings for her characters—goes viral, leading to public backlash. Desperate for escape and a fresh start, she relocates to a remote Alaskan resort to write her first murder mystery. There, she meets Forrest Wakefield, the rugged resort proprietor and former scientist turned bellhop, who’s caring for his chronically ill father. Forced into close quarters amidst snowy wilderness and trope-filled adventures, Margot and Forrest must navigate trust, grief, and unexpected chemistry as they learn to open their hearts for real 

💞 Tropes:

• Enemies-to-lovers / grudging respect

• Forced proximity (remote lodge stay)

• Caretaker dynamics (parental illness)

• Meta romance / tropes-aware heroine

• Snowy/cozy setting & found family vibes 

🔥 Spice Rating:
🌶️ / 5 – Moderate, predominantly closed-door passion with one or two heated scenes; overall more warm and cozy than steamy 

🏷️ Subgenre:
Contemporary Romantic Comedy / Cozy Small-Town (Alaska) Romance

📆 Publication Date:
April 1, 2025