: A relationship that develops very gradually over time, building intense anticipation and "will-they-won't-they" tension.

Building Healthy Relationships: Essential Components and Red Flags

Discuss the literary techniques used to build believable romantic tension (dialogue, subtext, and pacing). Societal Impact

Roth, M. (2014). The transformation of queer representation in contemporary media. Journal of Homosexuality, 61(5), 657-672.