One great Japanese teen romance manga is 'Kimi ni Todoke'. It's about a shy girl named Sawako who is often misunderstood because she looks like Sadako from 'The Ring'. But then a popular boy named Shota Kazehaya starts to befriend her, and a beautiful romance blossoms. For light novels, 'Toradora!' is wonderful. It follows the story of Ryuuji Takasu, a gentle boy with a scary face, and Taiga Aisaka, a small but feisty girl, as they try to help each other with their respective crushes and end up falling for each other.
One great manga with a sad romance story is 'Your Lie in April'. It tells the story of a piano prodigy who has lost his ability to hear the sound of his own playing after the death of his mother. Then he meets a violinist girl who changes his life in many ways, but their story is filled with heartbreak and sad moments.
I really like 'The Jinchuuriki's Redemption'. This fanfiction dives deep into the lives of the Jinchuuriki in the Naruto world. It has a complex plot that weaves together the stories of all the Jinchuuriki, not just Naruto. The writing is engaging and it gives a fresh perspective on the series.
One great 'Attack on Titan' fanfic is 'The Wings of Freedom'. It delves deeper into the characters' backstories, especially Eren's. It shows a different side of his struggle and how he might have coped with his titan powers in a more detailed way. Another one is 'Beyond the Walls' which focuses on exploring the world outside the known walls in a unique way, introducing new cultures and threats.
Well, 'The Rose Code' by Kate Quinn is an excellent choice. It combines the intrigue of code - breaking during World War II with a romantic story. Then there's 'The Thirteenth Tale' by Diane Setterfield, where the mystery of an author's past is intertwined with a budding romance. Also, 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn, though dark, has a relationship at its core with a lot of mystery about what really happened between the two main characters.
One great anime romance story is 'Your Lie in April'. It tells the story of a piano prodigy Kousei Arima who has lost his ability to hear his own playing after the death of his mother. Then he meets Kaori Miyazono, a free - spirited violinist. Their relationship blossoms as they make music together, and Kaori helps Kousei to find his passion for music again. The anime beautifully portrays their budding romance along with the emotional journey of Kousei's recovery.
The 'Shopaholic & Sister' by Sophie Kinsella can also be considered. It's set during Christmas time and has a romantic plotline as Becky tries to sort out her family issues and her relationship with her sister, all while having a budding romance with her husband. It's a light - hearted and fun read that really captures the Christmas spirit.
One great 'Nightwing' romance fanfiction is 'Love in the Shadows'. It beautifully portrays a relationship between Nightwing and a new character. The story builds on their shared adventures and how their feelings gradually develop. Another good one is 'Heartbeats with Nightwing' which focuses on a more slow - burn romance, with great character interactions and emotional depth.