Can you recommend some 'dark romance' novels without sex stories?

Another is 'Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe'. It beautifully portrays the budding relationship between two boys, but it can also be related to lesbian romances in terms of the pure and deep emotional exploration of first love, without any sexual elements.

One great option is 'A Suitable Boy' by Vikram Seth. It is a complex and beautifully written novel that delves into family, love, and society in post - independence India. Another is 'The God of Small Things' by Arundhati Roy, which tells a poignant love story against the backdrop of caste and social norms in Kerala. And 'The Palace of Illusions' by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni, which reimagines the story of the Mahabharata from a female perspective, with themes of love and sacrifice.

There are quite a few. 'The Dark Tower' series by Stephen King. It's a blend of western and dark fantasy, following the journey of Roland across a desolate and dangerous world. Also, 'Mistborn' by Brandon Sanderson. It features a unique magic system and a world full of political intrigue and dark secrets.

Another one is 'Sexual Behavior in the Human Male' by Alfred Kinsey. It's a classic research - based book that focuses on male sexual behavior, far from being a romance novel.

One popular one is 'Fifty Shades of Grey' series. It features a complex relationship between a young woman and a billionaire with some steamy scenes. However, it also delves into themes of power dynamics and personal growth within the relationship.

Sure. 'The Little Prince' is a wonderful animate romance story. It's about a little prince who travels from planet to planet, and his encounter with a fox on Earth forms a very pure and beautiful relationship. It's full of philosophical thinking about love and friendship.

Sure. 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte has elements of dark romance. It tells the story of a young governess and her complex relationship with Mr. Rochester. There are secrets and a somewhat gloomy atmosphere in the story. Another one is 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte. The passionate and tortured love between Heathcliff and Catherine is full of dark undertones, with themes of revenge and unrequited love.

Another one is 'Jane Eyre'. There are elements of dark romance in it. Mr. Rochester has a dark secret in his attic, and his relationship with Jane is complex. It has Gothic elements like mystery and a sense of the uncanny.

One popular dark romance story is 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte. It's a tale of love and revenge set on the Yorkshire moors. Heathcliff and Catherine's relationship is complex and dark, filled with passion and hatred. Another is 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte. Mr. Rochester has his secrets which add a dark undertone to his relationship with Jane. The Gothic elements in these stories enhance the dark romance aspect.

One popular sex romance novel is 'Fifty Shades of Grey'. It tells a story of a young woman's relationship with a wealthy and mysterious man, exploring themes of love, passion, and some elements of BDSM in a fictional context. However, it's also a controversial book due to its explicit content.