What is considered the best erotic novel?

One often - mentioned work is 'Fifty Shades of Grey' by E. L. James. It became extremely popular and introduced many readers to the genre of erotic fiction. However, it also received a fair amount of criticism for its writing style and portrayal of relationships.

One often considered among the most erotic novels is 'Lady Chatterley's Lover' by D. H. Lawrence. It contains vivid descriptions of sexual passion and the relationship between the upper - class Lady Chatterley and her gamekeeper lover. The novel was controversial for its time due to its explicit sexual content and exploration of class differences within relationships.

Some might consider 'Lolita' by Vladimir Nabokov as a candidate. However, it's a complex work that's not just about eroticism. It tells the disturbing story of Humbert Humbert's obsession with a young girl, Lolita. The novel uses elaborate and beautiful language to depict a very dark and inappropriate relationship, which also contains elements that can be seen as related to the idea of an 'erotic' nature in a very twisted sense.

One of the early works often considered in this regard is 'The Perfumed Garden'. It contains various descriptions related to sexual relationships within the context of its time and culture. However, different cultures may have different works that could be argued as the first, depending on how one defines 'erotic novel'.

Many consider 'Stranger in a Strange Land' to be one of the best Heinlein novels. It's a thought - provoking work that explores themes like human nature, sexuality, and religion in a unique science - fiction setting.

In my opinion, 'The Old Man and the Sea' is one of the best Hemingway novels. It's a simple yet profound story of an old fisherman's struggle against the sea and a giant marlin. The way Hemingway describes the man's perseverance and the harsh beauty of the ocean is truly captivating.

I think 'Ada, or Ardor: A Family Chronicle' could be considered the best. It has Nabokov's signature style of intricate wordplay, vivid descriptions, and a complex exploration of time, love, and family. The novel creates a richly detailed fictional world that is both alluring and thought - provoking.

In my opinion, 'Right Ho, Jeeves' is the best Jeeves novel. It showcases the relationship between Jeeves and Bertie Wooster beautifully. There are hilarious misunderstandings and Jeeves' calm and clever ways of handling the chaotic situations that Bertie gets into are a delight to read.

One of the most highly regarded Kundera novels is 'The Unbearable Lightness of Being'. It beautifully explores themes of love, identity, and the human condition in a complex and thought - provoking way.

One of the most highly regarded Kipling novels is 'The Jungle Book'. It is a classic that has been loved for generations. It vividly depicts the animal kingdom and the adventures of Mowgli, a human boy raised by wolves. The stories are full of moral lessons and interesting characters like Baloo the bear and Bagheera the panther.