The best novels. The most interesting books about love

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14.08.14 11:40

One of the brightest representatives of the trend of “women’s” novels (works created by female writers and interesting, first of all, to ladies - mainly sentimental love stories) is Danielle Steele.

The best "women's" novels

Birthday Queen

Her bestsellers are selling well ($375 million - that’s how much the “queen of the romance novel” is “worth”).

At 67 years old (Steele will celebrate her birthday on August 14), she is one of the most filmed (23 novels have become films) authors of our time. Millions of women read the melodrama “The Ring” or the book “Star”. Daniela (by the way, a mother of many children) manages to release two or three works a year, but her prose is not “consumer goods” at all.

Timeless classic

The history of the “women’s” novel goes back centuries, but the first prominent representative of the genre was the British Jane Austen. At the beginning of the 19th century, masterpieces were born that are not outdated today, for example, the many times translated novel “Pride and Prejudice” about the love of an obstinate homeless woman and a cold aristocrat.

Charlotte Brontë took over the baton from her compatriot. Who among us has not worried about the title “Jane Eyre”! And the writer's sister Emma wounded our hearts with the poignant story of Catherine and the rebellious Heathcliff in Wuthering Heights.

A guide for followers

A more recent “classic” of romance is considered the charming saga “Gone with the Wind.” No wonder Margaret Mitchell was awarded the Pulitzer Prize - the southerner vividly showed the events of the Civil War and described the characters of the main characters. And the film adaptation of the book is considered the highest-grossing (if you take into account inflation - the picture was released in 1939) American film.

An equally charismatic character, who can compete with the green-eyed stubborn Scarlett, was created by Australian Colleen McCullough in The Thorn Birds. Maggie has been through a lot, and the storyline with the love of her life, Ralph (he chose ordination over happiness), is so touching.

It was these books that modern writers were guided by - they had someone to learn from!

Squeezing out a tear

Briton Barbara Cartland became a “trendsetter” in the field of sentimental novel. She lived for 98 long years and managed to publish more than a billion copies of books (about 650 out of 723 were love stories). Adventurers, beautiful maidens and aristocratic knights inhabit the sugary-sweet world of Cartland.

American Judith McNaught has a more modest baggage - 17 novels. This does not prevent her from being one of the most widely read female prose writers. Its “trick” is the romance of bygone days, the events take place in ancient times. The novel “Whitney, Beloved” is a vivid example of this kind of literature. Later, Judith moved on to contemporary heroes (an example is the book “Perfection Itself”).

Interesting reading

“Actiony romance novels” – this is how Sandra Brown’s work is mainly characterized. Fifty bestsellers (“Like two peas in a pod”, “Heat of Heaven”, “French Silk” and others) made her very popular.

Jackie Collins, from whose pen a series of books about the daughter of mafioso Lucky, begun with the novel “Chances,” as well as the successfully filmed “Hollywood Wives,” came out, although she was sharply criticized by her colleagues, was also very successful. Much of what she writes about is drawn from her own experience (she started out as an actress, and her older sister, Joan, is a famous artist).

Quite interesting detective stories, united by the heroine Eve Dallas, came from the pen of Nora Roberts. But these are also “women’s novels,” because the writer pays a lot of attention to the love experiences of this policewoman. This series is the most extensive in Roberts' multifaceted oeuvre.

Read masterpieces!

Not all publications with covers decorated with vignettes and touching kissing couples are worthy reading, even when there is absolutely nothing to occupy yourself with. The plots are primitive, predictable, the characters are flat and “plastic”, the happy ending set the teeth on edge.

So it’s better to turn to the already mentioned classics. Or read those who can hardly be called simply “authors of women’s novels.” Their works are much deeper. These are the French women Francoise Sagan and her younger follower Anna Gavalda.

Or Lyudmila Ulitskaya and Dina Rubina, born in the USSR, turning readers’ souls inside out with sincere and piercing prose.

And also the Irishwoman Cecilia Ahern with her “P. S. I love you”, “Gift”, new products “One Hundred Names” or “How to Fall in Love Without Memory”.

14 rules that will help you be yourself Rules that will help you be yourself in the best possible version of yourself, not on someone else’s terms, but on your own. Be yourself. By trying to be someone else, you simply lose yourself. Preserve your individuality - your ideas, beliefs, beauty. No one else has it, so why lose it? Be who you know yourself to be – the best version of yourself possible, and not on someone else’s terms, but on your own. And above all, be true to yourself.Get started today...1. Set your priorities correctly. In fact, in twenty years it will not matter at all to you what shoes you wore, what your hair looked like, or what brand of jeans you bought. What will really matter is how you loved, what you learned, and how you applied that knowledge.2. Take responsibility for your goals. If you want good things to happen in your life, you must help make them happen. You can't sit still and hope for someone's help. Do not think that your destiny depends on the activities of other people. Undoubtedly, there is a connection, but only we ourselves decide our future.3. Know your worth. Some people may view others as tools to solve their problems. Behind the request for help lies a desire to relieve oneself of tasks or obligations. That is why you need to look closely at people to understand whether you mean as much to a person as they mean to you. Don't let anyone take advantage of you. Don’t be afraid to refuse - this is not pride, but self-respect. If you surround yourself with selfish, negative people, do not expect positive changes in your life. Know the value of yourself and what you offer to people. Never settle for less than you deserve.4. Choose the right perspectives. There is perspective in everything. A good example: we often encounter long queues and long traffic jams. Waiting all this time, a person can go in two ways. The first option is to become upset, disappointed, or even angry. The second option is to take this situation as a reason to think about your life, dream, or simply concentrate on contemplating the world around you, because in the daily bustle it’s not so often possible to admire the same clouds. As a result, in the first case, a person’s blood pressure will rise from negative emotions, and in the second, their mood will increase, and at the same time their consciousness will expand.5. Don't let old problems get in the way of your dreams. Learn to give up what you can't control. Avoid outbursts of anger - rash spontaneous actions can ruin your dreams forever. Every time you feel like thinking about an unfair situation, try to redirect your thoughts in a different direction. Don't let problems overwhelm you, and you will be on a straight path to a bright future.6. Focus on what really matters. Some things don't really have the importance that we might attribute to them. For example, the contents of the car we drive. Does it play any role in your life plan? Not at all. What about the contents of your heart? Playing. And so it is in everything. The problem with most people is that, although they understand what is really important in life, they do not attach any importance to it. Instead, they concentrate on trifles and are distracted from real life.7. Love yourself. Let them love you for who you are. People often mistakenly consider themselves unattractive and feel that they are unworthy of anyone's attention. No matter what shortcomings you have, remember - you are worthy of love. Let someone give it to you. At first, this someone will be you yourself, then the circle of fans will expand 8. Accept your strengths and weaknesses as they are. Don’t be afraid to be yourself. We often spend time analyzing other people and comparing ourselves to them, wanting to become someone we are not. Every person has both advantages and disadvantages, so there is no need to look for the ideal in someone. You yourself must become an ideal, but this will only succeed after you accept yourself as you are.9. Rise up for yourself. You were born to be real, not perfect. Each of us is here to be ourselves, not who others want us to be. Don't let others change this setting. Don't be afraid to stand up and fight back. Feel free to look your enemies in the eyes and say: “Don’t judge me until you know me. Don't underestimate me until you challenge me. Don't talk about me until you talk to me."10. Learn from others and move on when necessary. Never expect people to change. You either accept them as such or start your life without them. Don't be afraid to end a relationship. If something ends in life, then so it should be. Don't be sad about it - rather see it as a valuable experience. Any event, whether good or not, enriches you with experience and makes you wiser. It’s the same with people: someone comes into your life to bless you, and someone to teach you a lesson. 11. Be honest in your relationships. Don't cheat. When you are truly in love, fidelity is not a sacrifice, but a pleasure. If you are unhappy, have the courage to say so directly - this is the only true way.12. Learn to find a way out of uncomfortable situations. Everyone knows that life is unpredictable and can change dramatically at the most unexpected moment. Communication that does not foreshadow a warm relationship can develop into a strong friendship; a career, which occupies the most important place in life, can be lost along with hope for rehabilitation. Some situations may make you feel uncomfortable, frustrated and devastated, but remember, this is temporary. You won't always feel out of place, but it takes effort to get rid of it. Don’t be afraid of change, get rid of what causes you discomfort and your life will be transformed.13. Be who you were born to be. It is important to understand as early as possible that the path of life has not only length, but also width. No matter how many years we live, a long life will have no meaning if it turns out to be empty. In order not to regret later about wasted years, do not deny yourself your desires. Live the way you want. After all, it’s better to live a short life by your own rules than a long life by someone else’s. Follow your heart, but don't forget your mind.14. Never give up. This is your life and you can only live it once. So why let someone else decide for you? Be strong and stand up for your interests. Strength isn't just about holding on to your dreams and goals. Strength also lies in the ability to start over if previous attempts have failed. It is very important to find the strength within ourselves and take revenge, since everything we dream of is achievable. Realizing your dreams is only a matter of time, so don’t give up, citing failures, bad luck or “old” age. Remember: it’s never too late to become who you could be. Continue to study, work, fight every day, every minute. You may not immediately reach your goal, but you will be closer to it than you were yesterday.

It should be said that in the modern understanding, a historical love novel has a number of characteristic features that do not allow it to be confused with the genre of a historical novel where a love line is found, for example, like Walter Scott’s “Quentin Dorward.” Next, we will outline the main features of a love-historical novel, and then present the TOP 10 best novels of this genre.

What is a romance novel?

First of all, the action in a romance novel takes place in the past - usually in some period of time before the 20th century, although there are also interesting love historical novels, the plot of which develops, for example, during the First World War.

However, another historical era here creates, in fact, only the surroundings, against the background of which the main love line with the participation of the main characters will develop. A love historical novel may not correspond at all to real events, since adherence to historical accuracy is not its decisive component.

A historical romance novel will always focus on the development of a romantic relationship between two characters, and the climax of such a work will always be based on the resolution of the love conflict. Therefore, we cannot consider romance novels in the current understanding, for example, French the novels “Madame Bovary” by Gustave Flaubert or “Beloved Ami” by Guy de Maupassant.

Romance novels always end positively for the main characters, and this brings emotional satisfaction to the reader, which is why women especially like to spend time reading this genre of literature. When reading an ordinary historical novel in which there is a love line, the viewer may not wait for a soul-warming happy ending.

10 Best Romance Novels

Having analyzed the popularity ratings of literature in this genre from the second half of the 20th century to the present day, as well as user reviews on the Internet, we made an attempt to compile a list of the ten best romance historical novels.

Judith McNaught "Kingdom of Dreams"

Some of the most popular are romance novels. about the Scots . The novel takes place at the end of the 15th century. The daughter of a Scottish laird, Jennifer, is captured by Royce, nicknamed “Black Wolf,” the best warrior of the English king. They must unite their families and get married to please the rulers of both states. However, having found herself in someone else's house, the wayward Jennifer brings a lot of problems to Royce and does not want to betray her family. But how long can she resist her opponent's charm?

Joanna Lindsay "Winter Fires"

Romance novels are no less popular. about the Vikings . The main character of the novel, Lady Brenna, becomes a victim of a Viking invasion and ends up in the house of one of them - the rude and unattractive Garrick Haardrad. The Celtic beauty swears to herself that she will not become the slave of some wild barbarian, but Garrick, who in fact is not wild at all, does not intend to give up so easily. Now only love can nullify their confrontation.

Jude Devereaux "Knight in Shining Armor"

A beauty named Dougless Montgomery is crying in an old English church. The girl was abandoned by her lover and her heart is broken. Dougless never thought that she would be destined to fall in love again, until Nicholas Stafford, a real 16th-century knight, appears in the church to save the girl from loneliness. This historical novel will appeal to everyone who believes in the power of true love, destined from above.

Katherine Coulter "Master of Hawk Island"

Mirana is a woman from the Viking Age, smarter and more resourceful than most men. Rorik is a brave and cruel Viking. One day, Rorik, along with his warriors, comes to the fortress where Mirana lives to kill her half-brother, and the girl herself becomes a hostage. Rorik plans to use Mirana as a pawn against her brother, but in the end he himself becomes a hostage to his suddenly flared up feelings for the girl.

Sonya Marmen "Valley of Tears"

The historical romance novel describes Scotland in 1695. Caitlin has been working as a servant in a mansion for nineteen years, where her owner's harassment has made her life hell. One day she breaks down and kills her offender, and while escaping, she meets Liam MacDonald, a highlander with a sad past. Since then, their destinies have been intertwined, but will they survive the tests of jealousy, Scottish Highland rivalry and bloody battles between clans?

Irina Melnikova “Alexandra - God’s Punishment”

Russian writers were also included in our list, whose ratings are quite high, since they write fascinating love-historical novels About Russia . The action of this novel takes place in St. Petersburg in the 19th century. No matter how beautiful and intelligent young Alexandra, the daughter of Count Volotsky, is, no matter how easily she breaks the hearts of young people, she cannot interest one young man. The young prince Kirill Adashev does not even suspect that the girl is not going to give up, and soon a young governess with the appearance of a “gray mouse” will appear in his mansion... Will Alexandra succeed in her cunning and what will it lead to?

Sandra Worth "Lady Rose"

This historical love story covers the famous period of the 15th century - the War of the Roses in England. According to the plot, the wife of Henry VI on the Lancastrian side, Queen Margaret, took young Isobel under her wing. She is smart, brave and very pretty - suitors are lining up for her, but Isobel has already given her heart to John Neville, who is on the side of the enemies - the York dynasty. She no longer hopes for happiness when Margarita allows Isobel to become John's wife - but at a high price.

Jane Fraser "Violet"

The leader of a gang of robbers, better known as Violet, falls into the hands of the French. Now she must be saved by English Colonel Julian St. Simon, because this girl is too valuable for the English army. Violet can tell them the strategic military secrets that the French soldiers are hiding, but the girl is not so simple - Julian will have to understand that everything can only be achieved at a certain price, and in the case of Violet - at the cost of his own heart.

Elena Arsenyeva “Terrible fortune telling”

Another historical romance novel on our list from a Russian writer. The English lord Desmond McCall meets in his castle Marina Bekhmeteva, a certain cousin from Russia, who has come a long way. No one in the castle had ever heard of her before, and the lord himself behaves more than aloofly with the girl. If only they knew that in fact Marina and Desmond are not relatives, but married spouses, whose union was concluded under very mysterious circumstances. However, young people do not want to acknowledge their marriage, just like the love that glimmers between them.

Julia Garwood "The Secret"

The English beauty Judith was as beautiful as she was proud. One day she travels to Scotland to be with a childhood friend who is about to become a mother. There was another reason for the trip - to see the father whom Judith never knew. But nothing prepared her for the meeting with Ian Maitland, the Scottish Highlander who was to accompany her to his lands. But even the feelings that emerge between them may soon be destroyed by the terrible truth about Judith's father.

We hope our TOP 10 will help you make your choice. Books in this genre can now be easily found on the Internet: there are many resources where you can download or read online free historical romance novels directly from your computer or mobile device.

A good book is much more than a way to “kill time.” Wanting to get acquainted with unusual worlds, mysterious and strong characters and incredible adventures, the reader should take a closer look at the works of the most popular modern writers. Below are the most striking and famous works of recent decades - top 10 best modern books!

1. 11/22/63 (Stephen King)

Topping our list of the best modern books is Stephen King's science fiction novel 11/22/63. The first publication of the work took place in 2011.

The assassination of J.F. Kennedy became one of the greatest tragedies of American society. A popular politician was shot dead during a huge parade in front of thousands of Americans. Could the president have been saved? Surprisingly, the answer to this question is for a simple teacher to find out! Jake Epping is an ordinary resident of a small town who works at a school and is not much different from thousands of his fellow citizens. However, by the will of fate, it is he who gets the chance to go through a time portal, which is located in the back room of the cafe of his old friend Al. The owner of the device has long wanted to find Kennedy's killer, but illness has ruined all plans, so Jake must replace him! Go back, straight to the 60s, live there for several years, identify the future executioner and stop him on the day of the terrible tragedy! Will he be able to change the course of history and even go back?

2. American Gods (Neil Gaiman)

American Gods is one of the best modern fantasy books, which was written by English writer Neil Gaiman in 2001.

America. A haven for a huge number of migrants from all over the world. In search of a better life, people went to an unknown continent, hoping to settle there and find long-awaited happiness. However, they did not travel alone: ​​each visiting guest took with them a piece of their native culture. Gods, beliefs, rituals, customs - this is the true baggage of the migrants! Will different deities be able to get along together and what does such a neighborhood promise? Shadow, the main character, recently released from prison, will have to find out. Once free, he finds himself straight into a series of strange events and mysterious crimes that need to be unraveled.

3. The Kite Runner (Khaled Hosseini)

The book by contemporary American writer Khaled Hosseini closes the top three. The work was born in 2003.

What is true friendship? Sometimes adults find it very difficult to answer this question. Much easier for children. Amir and Hassan are two completely different boys who are connected by true friendship. Only one of them is an aristocrat, and the second is a poor servant! Coming from different social strata, they do not pay attention to the differences that are so important for adults. Playing, joking, sharing secrets and impressions, experiencing failures and experiencing grief, the boys gradually grow up, and their friendship only becomes stronger. One day, serious changes are coming to the country that will test their strength and scatter their friends in different directions. Can childhood friendship survive?

4. A Song of Ice and Fire (George Martin)

A Song of Ice and Fire is one of the most famous and best modern fantasy books. This is a whole series of works, consisting of five already published volumes. Two more books in the project. The first publication took place in 1996. The book gained particular popularity after the release of the series “Game of Thrones,” based on it, filmed by HBO.

The unique fantasy world is inhabited by far from kind fairies and cheerful gnomes. This is a world of several powerful powers who are desperately fighting for their hearts' content. Their goal is the throne of Westeros. Their means are weapons, intrigues, murders and rebellions. The Palace of Verteros is filled with vile and greedy people who are eager to seize the throne at any cost. There is no longer any place for honesty and nobility here. By arranging serious intrigues and organizing coups, the conspirators will do everything to undermine the situation in the kingdom. However, it is not only them that should be feared, because the cunning rulers of neighboring states are also not averse to snatching the “tasty morsel” during a cruel and blind turmoil! A real war for power is coming, ready to bury the old order forever.

5. The house in which... (Mariam Petrosyan)

“The House in Which...” is an interesting modern science fiction novel by the Armenian writer Mariam Petrosyan, published in 2009.

On the edge of the city there is a boarding house for abandoned children. This old and gray place seems very inhospitable and gloomy, but everything is not so simple... Once inside, a person can discover a new, unusual world in which there is more kindness and light than on the bright city streets. The pupils of the house are divided into groups, each of which has its own leader. There are no first and last names here - only bright nicknames. There is a lot of unknown here and very little that is familiar. These are miniature societies with their vices and virtues. Children learn about the world by growing up, changing and trying to find their place in it.

6. The Book Thief (Markus Zusak)

The Book Thief is a fascinating contemporary novel by an Australian writer, written in 2006.

Liesel Meminger is a little German girl whose childhood fell on a truly monstrous time. In 1939, the Nazi regime reached its peak, exterminating the disobedient and preparing to enslave the world. Horror, murder, robbery and terror became the daily companions of life for those who did not like the new government. After the death of her husband, Frau Meminger moves, trying to find a quieter corner for her daughter. But in vain... Looking around, Liesel sees the chaos going on through the eyes of an innocent child who does not understand this cruel and strange world of adults. Growing up quickly, she has to learn and rethink a lot.

7. Gone Girl (Gillian Flynn)

Gone Girl is one of the best modern thriller books. The work was published in 2012 and became the basis for the film of the same name.

How difficult it can be to recognize a person, even if you have lived with him for many years! An unusual incident changes the fate of the main character when his wife suddenly disappears. During a wild celebration of their wedding anniversary, a woman mysteriously disappears. The arriving police discover blood and signs of a struggle, deciding that the man killed his wife and hid her body. Now the confused man is left to solve this incredible puzzle himself. Who knows, maybe the solution will be even more monstrous than the disappearance itself...

8. Cloud Atlas (David Mitchell)

The novel Cloud Atlas was written in 2004 by an English writer. Its plot is a complex interweaving of stories and destinies that, at first glance, have nothing in common. An American lawyer stuck on a tropical island while a ship is being repaired; a young English musician forced to trade music and body in order to earn a piece of bread; a brave Californian journalist fighting against a powerful corporation; a London publisher facing criminals after the release of another bestseller; a clone from a Korean anti-utopia and a Hawaiian old man watching the decline of human civilization. All events and characters go through a complex path in different times, gradually intertwining together.

9. When I Was Real (Tom McCarthy)

Tom McCarthy's novel When I Was Real continues our top 10 best modern books.

A sudden disaster changed the life of a young man, erasing his past. He finds himself in a long coma, from which he, fortunately, manages to get out. But such a long process did not pass without a trace: now he needs to learn to live again. Walk, move, work with your hands and talk. The whole past life comes in the form of vague memories, and the hero endlessly desires to return to his former self. Moreover, a certain large corporation is ready to pay him huge amounts of money in order to keep the cause of the incident secret. How are they connected? What happened that day? And how to become completely the same?

10. Anathem (Neal Stephenson)

And the top ten is completed by the modern science fiction book Anathem, written by American writer Neal Stevenson in 2008.

Arb is a distant and mysterious planet similar to Earth. People who worship science live here. Science, which completely replaced religion and managed to split society into two irreconcilable camps. The guardians of science are monks who were once scientists. They once worked and created for the benefit of progress, but their work led to something terrible. Now the monks live in the monastery, closed off from the outside, secular world. Their life is simple, calm and measured, but once every ten years a special date comes - a day when the two sides can change places. Monks will see the outside world, and secular people will be able to join the monastic life and worldview. One day, such a change led to terrifying consequences, and now the two sides must unite to prevent the impending disaster!

Despite the level of development of cinema in the modern world, books still remain in demand. Among popular genres, the romance novel is very famous.

The center of events, as a rule, is the relationship between two lovers. It happens that the novel is supplemented with subgenres: fantastic, erotic or action-packed. The plot almost always ends positively. However, recently, novels with a “bad ending” have become popular.

Mostly books about love are written by women. However, we should not ignore male writers. The stories turn out to be beautiful and fascinating, endowed with a special meaning. If we talk about popularity, then at present domestic authors are in no way inferior to foreign ones. They are often included in the TOPs of the best works.

After studying many book options and reviews about them, we developed a rating in which we included only the best modern novels. Their list is presented below.

TOP – 10 best modern books about love

10 Girl online

Current story

Not long ago, a novel was published in the UK, which in popularity exceeded all the author’s expectations. The novel was loved by most readers. The plot tells the story of a 15-year-old girl whose life is completely on the Internet. She has her own blog, here she can feel herself, ask and give advice. This book has received much appreciation for its relevance.

The topic is painfully familiar to modern youth. Failed love, bad relationships with others, lack of mutual understanding with parents force a teenager to plunge headlong into the Internet. Life changes when Penny Porter meets Noah, a mysterious guy who is the only one who can change the current situation. The novel is easy to read, there are no intricate judgments or philosophical thoughts in it. Reminds me of a beautiful Christmas fairy tale.

9 Girl From Brooklyn

Best novel with a detective twist

A famous foreign novel imbued with a detective story. It is distinguished by an unusual plot, realistic characters, dynamic development of events, and an unexpected ending. Those who read the novel were impressed. The tragedy that permeates the fate of each character evokes pity and compassion.

The book is written in simple, understandable language. No unnecessary confusing stories. Not overloaded with descriptions and small details. Everything is strict and concise. One story feeds into another. Thanks to this, the plot does not stand still, but develops. The chapters are short, giving the reader some food for thought. Due to this construction of the narrative, the novel will hold the attention of the “viewer” and force it to be read to the end.

8 Back to you

Fantasy novel

The book is a mysterious story. The ship on which Charlotte and her husband are traveling through the Bermuda Triangle crashes. A woman is left to live on a desert island for 2 years in the company of a sullen stranger. Feelings flare up between them. A few years after returning to her homeland, she discovers a message from Gray, from which it is clear that he is still waiting for her on that very island.

The book is imbued with fabulousness and lightness. Readable in one go. There is a place for fantasy and romance in it (exactly what the modern lover of the genre so lacks). Interweaving of the past with the present, mental torment and memories. It seems that the story has no boundaries, that another miracle is about to happen. “Back to You” caused incredible delight among many readers, so they readily recommend it for purchase.

7 After

Best Youth Novel

The Texas writer, whose biography is unremarkable, managed to win the hearts of many fans of the romance genre. By writing a book about the vicissitudes of love with such ease, simplicity and frankness, she has become one of the best authors. It would seem like an ordinary plot in which an exemplary girl and a bully fall in love with each other. However, the book is full of unexpected twists and experiences.

The main character remains a mystery to readers almost until the end of the story. It seems that the next conflict has been resolved and one can breathe a sigh of peace, but the daring Hardin makes a mistake again. Thus, the author keeps everyone in suspense until the end. The novel is intended for young people 18+. Contains explicit scenes. There is no deep sensuality in it, as in ancient novels. On the contrary, movement, a fountain of emotions and intensity of passions. Figuratively speaking, it’s a complete swing. There is also room for speculation. Will Tessa be able to understand herself, and will her boyfriend learn to control his “I” for the sake of love?

6 Beautiful Scumbag

The best novel for thrill-seekers

The action takes place in the office of a large company, where Chloe Mills works for “daddy's boy” Bennett Rhyne. As usual, their working relationship does not work out, but everything changes one evening, after which strong passion flares up between the heroes. A book about how love can change a person, turn him from a scumbag into a gentle and sensual being.

The novel quickly gained fame. Instantly hit the pages of the New York Times. A year after its publication, it was translated into 25 languages, and its film adaptation is currently being prepared. Foreign readers compare the book with another equally popular one (“50 Shades of Grey”). The narrative contains many pastel scenes and open expressions. Thrill-seekers will love Beautiful Bastard.

5 Unlived life

Incredible story

The book is a real reflection of the pressing problems of teenagers. The story is about a girl who loses contact with the outside world due to bullying and aggression at school and misunderstanding in her family. She plunges headlong into the virtual world, where she meets Rafael Delion. This meeting brings her a feeling of love and peace. However, the guy is not as simple as he seems at first glance.

The main character has big problems with his health and with himself. He tries to unravel the mystery of his brother's death using his laptop. When it becomes known that the key to the solution is the girl’s name, the plot takes on a new coloring and unpredictability. The book makes you experience grief and joy, ups and downs. The background of the story is well described. The atmosphere of Paris is beautifully conveyed. Dana Delon managed to cover many topics and intertwine them, which gave this novel a great advantage over similar ones.

4 Three meters above the sky

A light romantic story for beginning readers

The book, published in 2004, has not lost its popularity to this day. Especially after the film adaptation, it gained even more fame. The plot is quite banal, familiar to many girls. She is an excellent student, he is a bully. As fate would have it, love begins to bind them. The heroine can only feel relaxed with him, without being embarrassed and without pretending to be a “good girl.”

Despite strong sincere feelings, Babi and Step have to part. According to readers, it is the ending that evokes emotions and makes you experience the irony of fate. The story touches the deepest emotional feelings. This book is especially suitable for sensitive romantic natures who are able to grasp the full tragedy of what is happening. “Three Meters Above the Sky” makes you think about the eternal question: “What does it mean to love?”

3 If you knew...

Deep psychological meaning

One of the best, according to readers, is the novel “If You Knew...”. The author tells the story of one terminally ill woman who moved to a small town to calmly face her death. But fate decrees otherwise. She finds a lover and hope for a happy ending. The book contains great psychological meaning. This is not just a love story, it is a reflection on feelings.

The plot is not complicated, on the contrary, everything is extremely clear and simple. But the way the author managed to describe the experiences of the main character is admirable. Almost every person experiences lost love, which is why the novel remains relevant at all times. It helps to cope with pain and resentment, and find the strength to live a new life. The story evokes extremely positive emotions. Many readers are surprised by the fact that the book was written by a man (he managed to describe the characteristics of women’s feelings so vividly and realistically).

2 See you later

A novel about the cruel reality of fate

One of the best, judging by reader reviews, was the novel “Me Before You.” The novel quickly gained popularity, thanks to which it was translated into 30 languages ​​and filmed. The film immediately began to occupy the top of the charts. The simple plot, in which a girl loses her job and her lover, and then gains something more, deserves the highest praise and ratings from readers.

The narration is very expressive and sincere. The ending of the story can only be found out by reading the book to the end. Those who have encountered it at least once share their impressions with tears in their eyes. The novel gives hope and emphasizes that after a black streak there always comes a white one. This is not an ordinary sentimental story, this is the story of two difficult destinies, capable of coping with the cruel reality only by uniting.

1 50 shades of gray

The most "frank" novel

The most striking and scandalous novel of our time was the “50 Shades of Gray” trilogy. The book tells about the love-erotic relationship between a young journalist and a billionaire, which is not accepted in society to talk about. Having met by chance, they were seized by an insane passion and special attraction. The plot is full of unpredictable twists and interesting events.

Published in 2011, the novel caused a storm of emotions among both readers and critics. This is a kind of innovation in the world of literature, which has been translated into over 30 languages. The circulation was 40 million copies. “50 Shades of Gray” did not leave anyone who read it indifferent. Cruelty and romance coexist in it, love and lust fight. In addition, the book marked the beginning of a new direction in the erotic novel.