Can you recommend some of the best historical romance novels?

Sure. 'The Virginian' by Owen Wister is a classic. It set the standard for many western romances with its cowboy hero. The relationship between the Virginian and Molly Wood is a key part of the story and shows the different cultures and values of the east and west at that time.

I'd recommend 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte. It's not only a great historical romance but also a story of self - discovery. The relationship between Jane and Mr. Rochester is intense and complex, set against the backdrop of a large English manor in the 19th century.

Sure. 'The Wolf and the Dove' by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss. It's a classic in the trashy historical romance genre. It has a strong - willed heroine and a brooding hero. Their relationship is full of passion and misunderstandings which are common in this type of novel.

Another one is 'The Love That Split the World'. This novel has a unique take on historical romance. It has a time - bending element that makes the story really interesting. The relationship between the two main characters is at the heart of the story, and as the plot unfolds, you get to see how their love is intertwined with the historical and supernatural elements of the setting.

For beginners, 'Pride and Prejudice' is a great start. It has simple language compared to some other classics and the love story is easy to follow. The characters are well - developed and the historical context of the English gentry is interesting. Another good one is 'The Notebook' by Nicholas Sparks. It's a modern - day historical romance set in the past. The love story between Noah and Allie is very sweet and it gives a good taste of how historical events can shape a relationship.

Definitely. 'Doctor Zhivago' by Boris Pasternak is a great one. Set during the Russian Revolution, it follows the love story of Yuri Zhivago and Lara. The historical events play a huge role in shaping their relationship. 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens also has elements of historical romance. The story of Sydney Carton's selfless love for Lucie Manette against the backdrop of the French Revolution is both tragic and beautiful.

One more to add is 'The Wolf and the Dove' by Kathleen E. Woodiwiss. It has a dark and passionate love story set in medieval times. The relationship between Wulfgar and Aislinn is filled with conflict and power struggles within the historical context. Also, 'The Black Moth' by Georgette Heyer is a good pick. The dark - haired Jack Carstares and his love story in the historical Georgian era has elements of mystery and adventure.

'A Discovery of Witches' by Deborah Harkness is another good one. It has a historian as the main character who discovers a magical manuscript. The story is set in a world where vampires, witches, and daemons exist, but also has a strong historical backdrop. The relationship between the main characters, a witch and a vampire, is both romantic and full of suspense as they face various threats from different factions.

I'd say 'The Bridgertons' series by Julia Quinn has some great alpha male characters. For example, in 'An Offer from a Gentleman', the male lead is an alpha in his own way. He's from a different social class than the heroine, and their love story set in the Regency period is full of drama and romance.

Another good one is 'The Duke and I' by Julia Quinn. It's part of the Bridgerton series. It has all the elements of a great historical romance, with a charming duke and a strong - willed heroine. The story is set in the Regency era and has lots of ballroom scenes and courtship.