Can you recommend the best old Harlequin romance novels for beginners?

I'd also recommend 'First Love, Harlequin Romance'. It focuses on the sweet and innocent aspect of first love. It has a lot of heartwarming moments and a straightforward plot that beginners will enjoy.

There might be 'A Heart's Secret Desire' in that list. This type of novel usually features strong emotions and a journey of two people towards love. The characters often face various challenges, like family differences or past traumas, which they need to overcome to be together.

I'd recommend 'The Billionaire's Virgin Acquisition' as well. It's not overly complex. The billionaire character and the innocent girl's story has enough charm and romance. There are some cute moments and a bit of drama that beginners would enjoy.

Sure. 'The Rancher's Runaway Bride' is a good one for beginners. It has a simple and easy - to - follow plot. The characters are likeable and the romance is very straightforward.

For beginners, I'd recommend 'These Is My Words'. It's written in a diary - like style which makes it very accessible. The story of the main character's life and her loves in the Old West is both relatable and exciting. Also, 'Shane' is a good choice. It has a straightforward plot with a romantic angle that is easy to follow and it really shows what life was like in the old west while still having a sweet love story.

Sure. 'Sense and Sensibility' by Jane Austen is a great choice. It has a simple yet engaging plot about two sisters and their different approaches to love. The language is not overly complicated, which is good for beginners. You can easily get into the story of Elinor and Marianne's search for love.

One of the great old Harlequin novels is 'The Thorn Birds' by Colleen McCullough. It's a sweeping saga of love, family, and sacrifice that has captivated readers for decades. Another good one is 'Jane Eyre' which, while not strictly a Harlequin in the modern sense, was an early influence on the genre with its intense love story between Jane and Mr. Rochester. Also, 'Pride and Prejudice' can be considered in this vein as it has elements of the Harlequin - the complex relationships, the slow - burning love between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy.

Sure. 'The Canterville Ghost' by Oscar Wilde is a great choice for beginners. It has a blend of humor and spookiness. The ghost in the story is more of a pitiful figure at times, which makes it easier to approach for those new to ghost novels. It also has some interesting cultural clashes between the American family and the old English ghost.

Sure. 'And Then There Were None' by Agatha Christie is a great start. It has a simple yet engaging plot where ten people are invited to an island and then start getting killed one by one. It's easy to follow and Christie's writing style is very accessible.

For beginners, 'Clannad' is a great choice. It has a relatively easy - to - follow story at first, but as you progress, it becomes more complex and deeply emotional. The art is appealing and the characters are very relatable. Another good one is 'Kanon'. It has a simple premise that gradually unfolds into more intricate and moving stories.