What are some historical romance novels where the heroine is poor?

One popular one could be 'Jane Eyre'. The heroine, Jane, is poor and faces many hardships but has a passionate romance. Another is 'Cinderella' - although it's a fairy - tale, it's often considered in the genre. The poor Cinderella overcomes her difficult situation and finds love with the prince.

A sense of adventure is also common. The heroine, coming from a poorer background, enters a new world of the rich hero. This could be a grand estate or a high - society circle. In 'Jane Eyre', Jane enters Mr. Rochester's world of Thornfield Hall, which is filled with mystery and new experiences for her. There's also the theme of sacrifice, where either the hero or the heroine may have to sacrifice something related to their social or economic status for the sake of their love.

One such novel could be 'The Secret of the Duchess' where the heroine finds herself in peril due to a web of political intrigue.

You might enjoy 'The Stolen Bride'. In this novel, the heroine is kidnapped and the story takes many unexpected turns as she tries to escape and find true love.

One such novel is 'The Duke and I' by Julia Quinn. The hero is a wealthy duke and the heroine is from a less affluent family. It's set in the Regency era and is full of charming courtship and historical details.

In a romance novel with a poor heroine, you can expect her to be strong-willed and determined to overcome her circumstances. Her poverty often becomes a backdrop for her growth and the development of the romantic relationship. Also, it might add an element of drama as she navigates the world of love and money.

You might want to check out 'Love in the Time of War'. Here, the heroine's pregnancy adds a layer of complexity to their already tumultuous romance set against a historical backdrop. It brings out raw emotions and tests their love.

One such novel could be 'The Wicked Duke' where the duke's initial behavior towards the heroine is quite harsh, but their relationship evolves over time.

One such novel could be 'The Secret Love of a Duchess' where the heroine unexpectedly gets pregnant and it leads to a series of challenges and romantic developments.

One such novel could be 'The Secret Duchess' where the heroine is kidnapped by a rival noble. The story has lots of twists and turns as she tries to escape and reunite with her love.