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@anne-of-lothlorien
Disclaimer: I didn’t read everything that everyone else has said so this might be repeating stuff, sorry. 😛

When it comes to romance, there’s two things you have to think about before including it.

1: What does it do to advance the plot/add higher stakes/increase tension?
2: How does it help the themeatic character development and ultimate message?

If the answer to either of those questions is “it doesn’t, really” then you shouldn’t have the romance.

Just some other notes:

– Romance MUST start with a friendship
– Slow and steady. Don’t jump into it.
– It’s going to be awkward but also kind of sweet, because it’s vulnerable to admit feelings for someone else
– When the couple see each other, their day will instantly be 90% cooler
– It’s not actually that much more than a close friendship, so don’t overthink it. If you write a good friendship, it’ll probably just flow on from that really easily.

That’s basically my thoughts on the topic. *thumbs up* If you’re confident that it’s going to add to the story, not detract, then you’re probably all good.

(NOTE: I have not been in a romantic relationship myself, but my oldest sister is courting. 😛 )