Age Is Just a Number… Or Is It?

There’s something undeniably hot about an age gap romance. Maybe it’s the maturity. The tension. The sense that they shouldn’t want each other—but do anyway.

But let’s be real—fictional age gaps can feel very different from real life.

So now I’m curious…

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👀 Tell Me Everything:

📚 What’s your ideal age gap in romance?

Do you love a spicy 10+ year difference, or are you more into the subtle 5-year slow burn?

🖤 Have you ever crushed on someone older or younger IRL?

What happened? Was it swoony, scandalous, or just a disaster waiting to happen?

🔥 What’s your favorite age gap trope?

Professor. Boss. Dad’s best friend. Stepbrother. Let’s hear it.

Drop your answers in the comments—I want all the tea.

And if you’re looking for some delicious examples, check out this week’s age gap book list and short story, “Late Blooms.” (Trust me, he’s worth it.)