Sure. 'The Hunchback of Notre - Dame' by Victor Hugo has elements of an exotic romance set in the unique backdrop of medieval Paris. The relationship between Esmeralda and Quasimodo is complex and filled with a sense of the exotic in that historical and cultural setting.
Another great one could be 'Aphrodite' by Pierre Louÿs. It is set in an ancient Greek - like world filled with alluring characters and passionate love affairs. The story weaves a web of desire and romance that is both exotic and captivating as it delves into the complex relationships and the allure of the ancient world.
Sure. 'The Nightingale' by Kristin Hannah has elements of exotic romance set against the backdrop of war - torn France. It's a story of love and sacrifice that unfolds in a rather exotic and dangerous setting.
One could consider 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson as an exotic short story in a sense. It has a very unique and somewhat disturbing village tradition that makes it stand out.
Another great 'exotic short story' is 'A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings' by Gabriel García Márquez. It combines magical realism elements, with the presence of the old man with wings in a normal village setting, creating a story full of wonder and mystery.
One is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It's set in a somewhat ordinary yet charmingly simple American urban setting, but the selfless love of the couple makes it very romantic. Another is 'A Cup of Tea' by Katherine Mansfield, which has an exotic touch as it delves into the different social classes. The main character's encounter with a poor girl shows a strange yet romantic exploration of human nature and class differences.
There is a story where a Japanese artist meets an Australian surfer on a small island in Indonesia. They bond over the beauty of the place and soon find themselves in love. It's a short yet sweet tale of cross - cultural love.
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Another great option is 'The Arabian Nights'. It contains a collection of Middle - Eastern folk tales that are full of exotic settings, characters, and plots that are not related to sex. There are tales of magic, genies, and heroic adventures.
Well, 'The Yellow Wallpaper' by Charlotte Perkins Gilman is a short and exotic piece. It delves into the mental state of the protagonist in a rather strange and captivating way. Also, Kafka's 'A Hunger Artist' is quite exotic. It shows a man who starves himself for the sake of art, which is a very unusual concept.
Another great one is 'Outlander' by Diana Gabaldon. This series combines time - travel with historical settings, mainly in Scotland. The relationship between the main characters is full of passion and the historical details are well - researched. It's a great blend of the exotic (the different time period and Scottish culture) and romance.
Sure. 'Memoirs of a Geisha' is a good one. Set in Japan, it tells the story of a geisha's journey in love. The descriptions of the Japanese tea houses, the kimonos, and the traditional arts make it an exotic read, and the love story within is both tragic and beautiful.