What are some popular American romance novels?

One popular American historical romance novel is 'Gone with the Wind'. It's set during the American Civil War and Reconstruction era. Scarlett O'Hara's story of love, survival, and her complex relationships, especially with Rhett Butler, has captivated readers for decades. Another is 'Outlander' which combines elements of time - travel and historical romance, taking the reader back to 18th - century Scotland and later to the American colonies. 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen, while set in England, has also influenced American historical romance novels with its themes of love, class, and society.

Some might consider 'The Color Purple' by Alice Walker as an African American romance novel. It shows the complex relationships and love that develops between the characters in a difficult and often oppressive setting. 'A Love Noire' by Miranda Beverly - Whittemore is also a great example. It focuses on an interracial relationship involving an African American character, exploring themes of love, identity, and family.

One popular American adult romance novel is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen. It's set in England but is widely read in the US. The relationship between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy is full of tension and slow - burning passion. Another is 'Outlander' by Diana Gabaldon. It combines time - travel with a passionate love story. The main characters, Claire and Jamie, have a relationship that spans different eras and challenges. Also, 'The Notebook' by Nicholas Sparks is well - known. It tells a heart - wrenching love story of a couple facing the trials of life and memory loss.

Another is 'Americanah' by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie which, although not strictly a Chinese American novel, has themes relevant to the immigrant experience in America and also includes a love story. It shows how the main character's journey is intertwined with her relationships and her search for love and acceptance in a new land.

There are several American heiress romance novels that are quite popular. For instance, 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' series by Sarah J. Maas has a character who could be seen as an heiress in a fantastical world, with her own love story filled with drama and passion. 'Pride and Prejudice' (while not strictly an American novel) has elements that are similar in the sense of a woman of a certain social standing (like an heiress) dealing with love and relationships. 'Bridgerton' series by Julia Quinn also features heiresses in the high - society Regency era and their romantic pursuits.

Another is 'The House of the Spirits' by Isabel Allende. This novel tells a multi - generational story filled with love, politics, and family drama in a Latin American context. It has complex characters and their relationships are at the heart of the story, including many romantic elements.

One popular American Indian romance novel is 'Dance with the Wind' which beautifully weaves the story of a Native American woman finding love while also dealing with her tribe's traditions and challenges. Another is 'Love on the Reservation' that tells a heartwarming tale of cross - cultural love within the context of an American Indian community.

One popular African American contemporary romance novel is 'The Wedding Date' by Jasmine Guillory. It tells a charming story of an unexpected romance that starts from a fake - date situation. Another great one is 'The Hate U Give' which also has elements of love and relationships within the context of important social issues. And 'Intercepted' is also well - liked, exploring love in the world of professional football.

'The Preacher's Wife' is also well - liked. It delves into the life of a pastor's wife in an African American community. The story shows how she balances her role in the church, her relationship with her husband, and her own personal growth in a romantic and faith - filled context. There are many tender moments of love and spiritual exploration.

One popular early American historical romance novel is 'The Scarlet Letter' by Nathaniel Hawthorne. It tells a story set in Puritan New England, filled with themes of sin, guilt, and love. Another is 'Last of the Mohicans' by James Fenimore Cooper, which has elements of romance against the backdrop of the French and Indian War. Also, 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Brontë, though set in England, had an influence on early American historical romance with its passionate and complex love stories.