This analysis offers a comprehensive exploration of the psychological archetypes and behavioral dynamics underlying the "yandere" character trope, a concept predominantly originating in fiction but reflective of extreme forms of obsessive and possessive behavior. It is important to emphasize that this work is not a professional psychological study nor grounded in empirical research; rather, it is a creative and analytical endeavor designed for entertainment, education, and to serve as a resource for writers, analysts, and enthusiasts.
The framework presented here draws on the intersection of narrative patterns, character psychology, and broader human behavioral studies, inspired by years of studying diverse fields such as criminology, psychology, and fictional narrative analysis. While the taxonomy and classifications are modeled after rigorous academic styles, they remain speculative and hypothetical, tailored for fictional application rather than real-world diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
Readers are advised to approach this document as an interpretive guide rather than a scientific authority. The aim is to enrich creative storytelling and deepen understanding of the complex motives and expressions associated with obsessive character dynamics, providing nuanced insights for those crafting or studying fictional characters in media. This work also acknowledges the darker implications of these behaviors in real-world contexts, stressing the importance of ethical boundaries and responsible storytelling. As such, this analysis exists within a space of creative exploration, informed but not confined by academic methodologies, and seeks to foster discussion, engagement, and inspiration among its readers.
When long estranged Jake returns to West Line Ranch, Liz can't help but sense that they're in for a world of trouble - though as the two become closer, Liz becomes torn between her family and the man she's starting to fall for.
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After the beloved owner of West Line Ranch passes away, Liz and the rest of the ranch get a wild surprise at the reading of the will - long estranged Jake is on his way back to West Line Ranch, which can only mean trouble. When he arrives to not only discover he was granted full ownership of the ranch, but that he must stay for a year, he agrees, as there's nothing holding him to his past. However, the longer he stays at the ranch, the more he begins to fall for not just the simpler way of life in the country, but for Liz as well.
This is Book 1 of the West Brothers Series.
Book 2 - Western Connection and Book 3 - Western Flame, are also available to read exclusively on Wattpad
Watty's Shortlist - 2021
[[word count: 90,000-100,000 words]]
Cover designed by Ashley Santoro