One Night Stand

A one night stand is a single sexual encounter between two people who typically do not know each other well and have no expectation of continuing the relationship beyond that night. In romance fiction, it often sparks an unexpected connection that complicates the characters' plans.

Readers are drawn to the thrill of instant chemistry without the baggage of commitment, plus the dramatic potential of waking up to consequences, whether that means a surprise pregnancy or a stubborn attachment that refuses to stay casual.