LOVE IN THE TIME OF CHOLERA: WHY IT'S A BAD TITLE I admit…
““LOVE IN THE TIME OF CHOLERA: WHY IT'S A BAD TITLE I admit that "Love in the time of . . ." is a great title, up to a point. You're reading along, you're happy, it's about love. I like the way the word time comes in - a nice, nice feeling. Then the morbid Cholera appears. I was happy till then. Why not "Love in the Time of the Blue, Blue, Bluebirds"? "Love in the Time of Oozing Sores and Pustules" is probably an earlier title the author used as he was writing in a rat-infested tree house on an old Smith Corona. This writer, whoever he is, could have used a couple of weeks in Pacific Daylight Time.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The title juxtaposes romance with disease, creating a tension that can feel misleading or jarring to readers expecting pure love story.
In simple terms: A love story title mixed with a disease feels off.
Key Takeaway
Consider how titles set expectations.
Themes
literature
expectations
tone
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
literary
critical
observational
When to use this quote
- marketing
- book reviews
- reader expectations
- author branding
Key Concepts
title analysis
genre perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How does a title influence your decision to read?
- Can a provocative title enhance or hinder a book’s reception?
A Different Perspective
A title may attract attention but also deter readers seeking lighter romance.