One popular steamy lesbian romance novel is 'Annie on My Mind' by Nancy Garden. It beautifully portrays the relationship between two young women. Another is 'Fingersmith' by Sarah Waters which has a complex and passionate plot. And 'Ash' by Malinda Lo also offers a great lesbian romance story with some steamy elements.
There are several great ones. For example, 'Ask the Passengers' by A.S. King. It not only has a steamy lesbian romance but also delves into the main character's self - discovery journey. 'She Loves Me Not' by Julie Anne Peters is another. It shows the ups and downs of a lesbian relationship in a very real and often steamy way. Additionally, 'It Should Have Been You' by Natasha West is a story that has a lot of heart and some steamy moments between the female characters as well.