Hope is also a significant theme. When love is present, it often brings hope in the darkest of times. For example, in a story where a community is facing destruction, the love between its members gives them the hope and the will to rebuild and start anew. Love becomes the light that guides them through the difficulties, showing that it can indeed do miracles.
Another theme is transformation. Love has the ability to transform both the giver and the receiver. In Chinese novels with this concept, a character who was once bitter or self - centered might become kind and altruistic because of falling in love. It's like love works as a catalyst for personal growth and positive change.
One such novel could be 'A Love So Miraculous'. In this novel, the power of love is shown through the characters' journey. The main characters face numerous difficulties but their love for each other helps them overcome all odds. It's a story that really shows how love can create unexpected and positive changes in people's lives.
The main theme is likely about the power of love to bring about extraordinary things, like changing people's lives, mending relationships, or achieving the seemingly impossible.
Since I haven't read it, it's hard to say. However, it's common in such novels for there to be a protagonist who is either in need of a miracle or is the source of love that causes the miracle. There might also be supporting characters like friends or family members who either contribute to or are affected by the love - related miracles.
Self - discovery is a major theme. Characters often start off not fully understanding themselves and through various experiences, they come to know their true selves better. For example, in many novels, a character might realize their passion for a certain career or hobby during the course of the story.
Another theme is the breaking of family restrictions. In Chinese family - centered society, family often has a say in one's marriage. But in these novels, characters' love might go against their family's wishes. Their love is so strong that it doesn't care about the family boundaries and traditions that try to confine it. This shows the power of love over family - imposed limitations.
One main theme is the struggle against family or social opposition. Just like in 'The Butterfly Lovers', their families' disapproval was a big obstacle. Another theme could be loyalty. For example, in stories where the lovers are separated, they remain loyal to each other no matter how long the separation is.
One main theme is the interference of external forces. For example, in 'The Butterfly Lovers', it was the feudal system that didn't allow Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai to be together. Social hierarchies, family expectations, and traditional norms often play this role of separating lovers in Chinese sad love stories.
Since I don't know the specific content of this novel, I can't say for sure. But generally in Chinese love novels, common themes include the growth of the protagonists, the challenges in love relationships such as family opposition or misunderstandings, and the pursuit of true love.
Another theme is transformation. In 'Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai', they transform into butterflies at the end. This transformation represents the eternal nature of their love. It's like their love is so strong that it can change their forms and exist in a different way. It also reflects the Chinese idea that love can transcend the physical world.
Another theme is sacrifice. Sometimes, one of the characters in the triangle has to sacrifice their love for a greater good. In the story of Xi Shi, Fan Li, and King Goujian, Xi Shi sacrificed her relationship with Fan Li for the political goal of helping King Goujian. She put the interests of the state (or the king's plan) above her personal love.