We live in a world where one shoe does not fit all, and the Myers-Briggs Temperament Indicator (MBTI) is living proof of the same. MBTI is a personality tracking system that some people believe measures and describes how people perceive the world and make decisions. Although not scientifically supported or accepted, it is a popular system for categorizing people.
Some people enjoy reading romance books more than sleeping, which is usually enough for everyone. And others have no need to read self-help books or non-fiction. Either way, there are always more than a few people of all personality types who enjoy reading romance. It’s worth noting that different tropes in romance books appeal to different MBTI types.
ISTJ — The Inspector
People with ISTJ personalities are practical and detail oriented. They are reliable, responsible, and participate in everything that is organized. ISTJs are wary of change and do not want the status quo to change. They will fall in love but hesitate to commit. Based on opinions, ISTJ types would enjoy the “friends for lovers” or “anguished love declaration” trope.
Top recommendations: Josh and Hazel’s Guide to Not Dating by Christina Lauren, The Cruel Prince by Holly Black, and People We Meet On Vacation by Emily Henry. This may interest you : Travel situation in Europe now: The good, the bad and the (Covid) ugly.
ISTP — The Crafter
ISTP personality types are tolerant and flexible individuals. They quietly notice when a problem arises and act on it quickly. They enjoy working with discrete data and making connections. They are based on logic and do not have much time to find new activities. Their favorite tropes are the “single parent” or the “badass hero/heroine” trope.
Top Recommendations: To Hate Adam Connor by Ella Maise, Wait For It by Mariana Zapata, and Punk 57 by Penelope Douglas. This may interest you : Widespread mistrust in science: is the way we communicate to blame?.
ISFJ — The Protector
ISFJs are known to have introverted personalities but show excellent social skills. They are loyal and caring about the people they care for, sometimes even fiercely protective. See the article : Bill Schubart: Will artificial intelligence improve life or just make business more profitable?. ISFJs will definitely enjoy the “grumpy sunshine” and “I hate everyone but you”.
Top Recommendations: The Love Hypothesis by Ali Hazelwood, It Happened One Summer by Tessa Bailey, and The Fine Print by Lauren Asher.
ISFP — The Artist
With a well-developed aesthetic sense, ISFP personality types are known to shine. They like to push boundaries and change expectations but do not impose their views on others. Some great book tropes that they should try are the “beauty and the beast” and “forbidden love”.
Top recommendations: Slammedby Colleen Hoover, Stolen Heir by Sophie Lark, and Birthday Girl by Penelope Douglas.
INFJ — The Advocate
Insightful, idealistic and imaginative INFJs are determined people who refuse to take things on the surface level and have a great ability to read others. The tropes they would enjoy are the “opposites attract” and “different social lives” tropes.
Top Recommendations: Good Girl Complex by Elle Kennedy, The Kiss Quotient by Helen Hoang, and (Not) Your Original Love Story by Lindsay Maple.
Absolute idealists, INFPs, tend to be reserved and introverted. They love to be alone and enjoy their own company. Reading is one of their favorite pastimes. Two tropes they would absolutely love are “coming of age” and “forced intimacy”.
Top Recommendations: A Thousand Boy Kisses by Tillie Cole, From Lukov With Love by Mariana Zapata, and The Roommate by Rosie Danan.
INTJ — The Architect
Curious, independent, and private, INTJs always find explanations for the unexplainable. They are also pragmatic and logical and are not afraid to tell others (or themselves) when they are being stupid. Among his favorite tropes would be “hidden identity” and “two people’s love triangle.”
Top Recommendations: The Kiss Thief by LJ Shen, Mr Wrong Number by Lynn Painter, and A Gentleman’s Proposal by Julia Quinn.
INTP — The Thinker
INTPs are loners with uncontrollable knowledge and are best at describing complex situations so simply that a toddler could understand. Their favorite tropes are the “enemies of lovers” and “love obscure” tropes.
Top Recommendations: The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren, The Spanish Love Deception by Elena Armas, and Under One Roof by Ali Hazelwood.
ESTP — The Persuader
Ruled by a compulsive need to interact with others, ESTPs are spontaneous and risk-taking. They are very resourceful in convincing others to do things their way. Some of the tropes they would enjoy are the “holiday romance” and “royalty” tropes.
Top Recommendations: Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston, In A Holidaze by Christina Lauren, and Window Shopping by Tessa Bailey.
ESTJ — The Director
ESTJs are orderly, reliable, and always ready to fight for their principles. They are extroverts and much more practical than any other personality type. Some of the tropes they would be happy with would be “sworn off love” and “fake relationship.”
Top Recommendations: The Wall Of Winnipeg And Me by Mariana Zapata, The Soulmate Equation by Christina Lauren, and Engagement Tools by Tessa Bailey.
ESFP — The Performer
ESFPs believe in living in the moment and are most likely to be entertainers. They enjoy being spontaneous and are the brightest stars in the spotlight. Some of their favorite tropes would be “everyone can see it” and “sports romance.”
Top Recommendations: The Bride Test by Helen Hoang, The Deal by Elle Kennedy, and The Cheat Sheet by Sarah Adams.
ESFJ — The Caregiver
Stereotypically known as extroverts, ESFJs are the common kids on the personality spectrum. They are core people who are big on community cooperation, family values, and compromise. Some tropes that would be fun are “brother’s best friend” and “first love”.
Top Recommendations: To Love Jason Thorn by Ella Maise, The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han, and The Fault In Our Stars by John Green.
ENFP — The Champion
While ENFPs are contagiously enthusiastic and can instantly anticipate the needs of others, they have no patience for crossing I’s and dotting T’s. They tend to get bored quickly and love to visit new places and meet new people. Their favorite tropes would be “alpha hero” and “love triangle.”
Top Recommendations: Twisted Lies by Ana Huang, One Day in December by Josie Silver, and Shatter Me by Tahereh Mafi.
ENFJ — The Giver
ENJFs are individuals aimed at people who wish they had more time to sit down and read. They are disagreeable people who act as a counterbalance to almost every social situation. Tropes they would enjoy include “workplace romance” and “they won’t.”
Top Recommendations: Dating You Hating You by Christina Lauren, Duke Actually by Jenny Holiday, and Normal People by Sally Rooney.
ENTP — The Debater
ENTPs are individuals with quick understandings and faster languages. They are good debaters and don’t really like rules and boundaries. ENTPs would enjoy some “grey moral hero” and “secret billionaire” trope books.
Top Recommendations: Twisted Love by Ana Huang, The Darkest Temptation by Danielle Lori, and Hollywood Legacy by Ruth Cardello.
ENTJ — The Commander
Effective, decisive, and successful at communication, ENTJs are born leaders. They prefer planning and executing strategies and spend the rest of their time sharpening their tools. Their favorite tropes are “unexpected inheritance” and “marriage of convenience” tropes.
Top Recommendations: The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes, Marriage For One by Ella Maise, and Terms and Conditions by Lauren Asher.
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