There's a story of two adults who worked in the same office building but on different floors. One day, during a power outage, they got stuck in the elevator together. At first, they were a bit panicked, but then they started talking to ease the tension. They realized they had been passing each other in the lobby for years but never really noticed. This encounter led to a beautiful romantic relationship.
Longing and separation can also be themes. There are stories where the lovers are apart, either physically or emotionally at first. This creates a sense of longing that adds to the romantic tension. For instance, in stories set during wartime, the lovers may be separated by distance and the danger of war, but their love endures. And of course, the theme of passion is almost always present. It can be expressed in different ways, from a simple touch to a deep, unspoken understanding between the characters.
One romantic story could be about a couple who meet while traveling. They start as strangers but bond over shared interests like exploring local art galleries. As they journey together, they fall deeply in love, sharing sunsets and intimate conversations. Their relationship blossoms as they overcome small challenges along the way.
Good romantic adult bedtime stories often have a strong emotional connection between the characters. For example, they might share a deep understanding or a common goal. This connection makes the story engaging.
A sense of danger is also common. The mystery usually brings an element of danger into the characters' lives, and this affects how they interact romantically. In 'The Silent Patient', the mystery surrounding the patient's silence and her violent act towards her husband creates a dangerous atmosphere that impacts the relationship between the therapist and the patient as they try to solve the mystery.
A great young adult novel with a romantic story is 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' by Jenny Han. Lara Jean writes love letters to all her past crushes, and when they accidentally get sent out, chaos and a new relationship ensue. It's a sweet and relatable story about young love. Also, 'Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda' is a wonderful story that not only has a great romantic plot between Simon and Blue but also deals with important issues like coming out and acceptance in high school.
One great romantic short story is 'The Gift of the Magi' by O. Henry. It's about a young couple, Jim and Della. They are very poor but deeply in love. Della sells her long, beautiful hair to buy a chain for Jim's precious watch, while Jim sells his watch to buy combs for Della's hair. Their selfless love for each other is really touching.
One romantic bedtime story could be about a couple who met while traveling. They were both in a foreign city, lost and confused. They found each other by chance and started exploring the city together. As days passed, they fell in love under the starry nights of that city. Every night they would share their dreams and fears, and this connection grew deeper until they knew they were meant to be together.
You can find good adult romantic stories in some classic literature. For example, 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen is full of adult romantic themes, with the relationship between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy being complex and full of love, pride, and prejudice. Another place is in modern romance novels. Many bookstores have a section dedicated to romance where you can pick up novels with great adult romantic stories.