Things That Make Me “Nope” a Book Instantly

The word “gothic” anywhere in the blurb
A skull on the cover, the spine, the chapter headers, or the sprayed edges
Bully romance — if he makes you cry and that’s supposed to be hot, I’m out
“Enemies to lovers” but it’s actually emotional abuse to soulmates
A girl with a mysterious past she can’t remember — why is it always amnesia
“For fans of Fourth Wing” but it has no dragons, no magic, and no stakes.
Covers that look like Twilight but more beige
Chapter titles like “Blood”, “Fire”, or “Pain” — calm down
Romantasy where everyone is pale, immortal, cruel, and wearing black
A love triangle that doesn’t end up why choose. Choosing is for real life.
Blurbs that name-drop vibes instead of plot: “A hauntingly lyrical exploration of grief”
Surprise baby trope. No.