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Best novels to read

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This is a book I read often, and I would recommend it to all of you.
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Semi-romantic

The romance genre is famous for its romantic and heart-touching stories.

 
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Perfect if you're looking for a romance with emotional depth and real conflict. There are some pretty heavy elements related to the theme, so be prepared.
It Ends with Us
 
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Lighthearted mood, “fake relationship → real feelings” theme, perfect if you want something fun and modern.
The Love Hypothesis
 
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Perfect if you like a slightly more mature romance, with real life challenges.
All Your Perfects
 
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If you like ancient settings, with a classic and romantic style, this is a good choice.With the historical romance genre but still included in the romance genre.
The Viscount Who Loved Me
 
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A great choice if you're already interested in Julia Quinn or want something a little lighter but still romantic.
On the Way to the Wedding
 
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Romance with fantasy/timeline elements unique and touching. If you're curious about a story that's out of the ordinary.
The Time Traveler's Wife
 
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A classic of romance literature, not just a lighthearted romance—it has many psychological and social layers. Great if you like classics and want a slightly more serious romance.
Jane Eyre
 
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A dark, intense romance, not a "happy-go-lucky" one, perfect for those looking for something full of emotion and suspense. Be aware: this is not a lighthearted rom-com.
Wuthering Heights
 
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Contemporary, with a light tone, quirky, unusual characters, suitable for casual reading with a warm heart.
The Rosie Project
 
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One of the most classic and often recommended romance books. If you haven't read it, this is probably the "standard" for classic romance.
Pride And Prejudice
 
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Two best friends who always go on vacation together every year, until one incident causes them to stop talking… until they meet again. Trope: friends to lovers.
People We Meet on Vacation
 
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Former couples pretend to still be together while on vacation with old friends. Trope: second chance, fake relationship.
Happy Place
 
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Childhood friends separated by a bitter past reunite after many years. Trope: friends to lovers, emotional.
Love and Other Words
 
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A fake marriage for a New York residency visa turns into real love. Trope: marriage of convenience.
Roomies
 
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A Spanish girl needs a fake partner for her brother's wedding, and the one who agrees turns out to be her annoying coworker. Trope: enemies to lovers, fake dating.
The Spanish Love Deception
 
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A girl's secret love letters are suddenly sent to all of her ex-crush(s). Trope: fake dating, sweet teen romance.
To All the Boys I've Loved Before
 
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Teenage love at a Parisian international school. Light, sweet, and full of European flair.
Anna and the French Kiss
 
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Two teenagers from different family backgrounds find comfort in each other in the 80s. Theme: awkward love, tender & bittersweet.
Eleanor & Park
 
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An introverted college student who loves writing fanfiction learns to open up — and falls in love.
Fangirl
 
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A teenage girl obsessed with romantic films tries to create her own love story. Trope: neighbors to lovers
Better Than the Movies

Fantasy

 
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A classic tale of friendship, power, and the battle against darkness in Middle-earth. One of the foundation stones of the modern fantasy genre.
The Lord of the Rings
 
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A world full of politics, betrayal, and dragons. Realistic, dark, and incredibly detailed.
Game of Thrones : A Song of Ice and Fire
 
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Tells the story of Kvothe, a legendary genius musician and wizard, with a poetic and profound storytelling style.
The Name of the Wind
 
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A world where ash falls from the sky and metals grant magical powers. The plot twists and magic system are very original.
Mistborn Trilogy
 
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Follow Harry's journey through the magical world of Hogwarts, full of mystery, friendship, and the fight against evil.
Harry Potter
 
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A modern world mixed with Greek mythology. Light, funny, and action-packed.
PERCY JACKSON
 
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A young man finds a dragon egg and becomes entangled in a terrible destiny. Perfect for fans of dragons and Tolkien's classic world.
Eragon - The Inheritance Cycle
 
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Set in a modern world where shadow hunters battle demons hidden beneath the surface of everyday life, it features elements of romance and mystery.
The Mortal Instruments
 
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A London underground filled with strange creatures and mysteries. Dark, unique, and highly imaginative.
Neverwhere
 
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Two young magicians compete in a mysterious magical circus. Full of beauty, romance, and a surreal atmosphere.
The Night Circus