Can you recommend businessman romance novels with strong female characters?

Sure. 'The Belles' by Dhonielle Clayton features strong black teen female characters in a world of beauty and power, and there's a romantic subplot that adds depth to the story. 'Cinder' by Marissa Meyer, while it's a sci - fi retelling, has a strong black - coded character, Cinder, who has a romantic relationship that develops throughout the story. It shows her strength in a complex world.

Also, in 'The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue', Addie is a very strong character. Despite the difficult situation she is in, being cursed to be forgotten by everyone she meets, she still manages to form relationships and make an impact on the world around her. She has a tenacious spirit that is characteristic of strong female characters in gothic romances.

Sure. 'The Female Agent's Secret Service Romance' features a strong female Secret Service agent who doesn't let her emotions get in the way of her duties at first but then falls in love. Another is 'Powerful Women in Secret Service Romances' which is an anthology of stories where the female characters are tough, intelligent, and still find love within the Secret Service world.

Sure. 'The Henna Artist' has a very strong female lead. She is independent, making her way in the world, and her love story is part of her larger journey of self - discovery and empowerment. Another is 'The Palace of Illusions' where the female character Draupadi is strong - willed and her relationships and love are shaped by her strength and the circumstances around her in the reimagined epic.

Sure. 'Forbidden' by Beverly Jenkins has a very strong female lead. She defies the norms of her time and pursues her own path in love and life. Another is 'A Princess in Theory' by Alyssa Cole where the female character is independent and smart, dealing with her unexpected royal connection. 'The Wedding Plan' by Denise Hildreth also has a strong black female character who overcomes various obstacles in her journey towards love and self - discovery.

Sure. 'Mambo in Chinatown' is a great example. The female lead is a strong - willed character who is trying to find her place in the world. She has her own dreams and desires in the context of her Chinese American identity and her love life. Her journey in the story, including her romantic relationships, is full of her standing up for herself and making her own choices.

In 'Devil in Spring' by Lisa Kleypas, the female lead is quite strong. The billionaire's revenge plot is disrupted by her presence and her own will. She has her own goals and dreams and doesn't shy away from confronting the billionaire when necessary. Their interactions are full of banter and sexual tension which makes for an exciting read.

Sure. 'The Lady Doctor's Love Affair' features a strong - willed female doctor. She is not only excellent at her job but also stands up for herself in love. She doesn't let the male lead's overbearing nature overshadow her own desires and goals in the relationship.

Sure. 'Fight or Flight' by Samantha Young has a strong - willed female lead. She meets a rugby player and their relationship unfolds. The female character is independent and doesn't shy away from her feelings or challenges.

In 'The Hummingbird's Daughter' by Luis Alberto Urrea, the female characters are depicted as strong and resilient. Set in a historical context in Mexico, the story has elements of love and romance that are intertwined with the characters' struggles and growth, showing the strength of Latina women.