Can you recommend some dark classic romance novels?

Sure. 'Rebecca' by Daphne du Maurier is a great classic dark romance. The unnamed protagonist is haunted by the memory of Rebecca, her husband's first wife. The mystery and the sense of unease in the novel create a dark atmosphere around the love and relationships. Also, 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde has elements of a dark, self - destructive love and the corruption of the soul which can be seen as a form of dark romance. And then there's 'Gone with the Wind'. Scarlett's love for Ashley and Rhett is full of turmoil, heartbreak and a certain darkness.

Sure. One of the well - known 'dark classic novels' is 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker. It's a horror - filled story about the vampire Dracula. Another is 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley. It explores themes of creation and the consequences of playing God. And 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde also belongs to this category, which delves into the idea of a man's soul decaying while his appearance remains young.

Sure. 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker is a great one. It's about the vampire Dracula and his dark and menacing presence in Transylvania and London. Another is 'Frankenstein' by Mary Shelley. It delves into the creation of a monster and the moral and ethical implications. And 'The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde' by Robert Louis Stevenson, which shows the duality of human nature in a very dark way.

Sure. One of the well - known dark psychological novels is 'American Psycho' by Bret Easton Ellis. It delves deep into the mind of a deranged and materialistic Wall Street executive. Another is 'The Catcher in the Rye' which, while not strictly a 'dark psychological' in the extreme sense, still explores the complex and somewhat troubled psyche of the protagonist Holden Caulfield. And 'Lolita' by Vladimir Nabokov also has strong elements of dark psychology as it deals with the disturbing relationship between Humbert Humbert and Lolita.

One of the well - known dark romantic novels is 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte. It's full of intense, often dark emotions between the characters Heathcliff and Catherine. Another is 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde, which delves into the dark side of vanity and the pursuit of pleasure. And 'Dracula' by Bram Stoker also has elements of dark romance, with the allure of the vampire and the complex relationships in the story.

One classic dark humor novel is 'Catch - 22' by Joseph Heller. It satirizes the absurdity of war and military bureaucracy in a very humorous yet dark way. The situations the characters face are both comical and tragic at the same time.

Sure. 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte is a classic with dark undertones. The love between Heathcliff and Catherine is intense and tortured, set against the desolate moors. The characters' vengeful actions and the cycle of love and hate create a dark and brooding atmosphere.

Yes. 'Les Misérables' by Victor Hugo, although it has many positive aspects, also has a lot of dark elements. The poverty, the struggle, and the unfairness of the society are well - depicted. 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte has some dark undertones. The mystery of Thornfield Hall, the cruel treatment of Bertha Mason, all add to the dark atmosphere. 'Gulliver's Travels' by Jonathan Swift can also be considered a dark classic in a way, as it satirizes human nature and society in a rather dark - humored way.

Edgar Allan Poe's works often fall into the dark romantic category. For instance, 'The Fall of the House of Usher' is filled with a sense of dread and a decaying atmosphere. His stories often explore themes like death, madness, and the darker aspects of the human psyche within a romantic framework.

One of the well - known 1978 romance novels could be 'The Thorn Birds'. It tells a complex and passionate love story that spans generations. The relationship between Meggie and Father Ralph is filled with longing and sacrifice.