15 Best Modern Romance Books

One has only to start diving into the world of novels, as the problem of choosing a work arises. Among the thousands of stories, which ones can wait and which ones need urgent attention? How to choose a novel that will not let the reader go until the last page? We have compiled a selection of the best. The rating includes the most modern domestic and foreign writers. Many people like to get acquainted with stories that have been filmed. Especially for them, we have added the world's bestsellers, based on which films were made.

The best filmed modern novels

5 Fifty Shades of Grey

Fifty Shades of Gray is a world bestseller that has been at the top of the lists of the best books for several years. The story tells about a young journalist Anastacia, who had to interview the president of the corporation, Christian Grey. A man quickly penetrates the life of a girl, but he is in no hurry to reveal all his secrets. The novel tells about the innocent Anastasia and the experienced Gray, talks about their duel.

Fifty shades of gray was called a confession, a revelation of the writer. The story exploded like a bomb, causing a lot of discussion. This love book is the first part of a shocking trilogy.

4 One meter apart

One Feet Apart is a love story about Stella, who has been suffering from cystic fibrosis since she was 6 years old. The girl spends her days in a hospital room, but tries not to lose heart. She decorates the walls with her sister's drawings, makes a to-do list. Stella is going to get well for the sake of her parents, who recently divorced. The girl leads a YouTube channel, shares her experiences and the course of treatment.

For many years, Stella has been friends with Po, who suffers from the same disease. This means that they must not come close to each other, otherwise the infection will kill both. The bestseller tells about love at first sight, about the experiences of two people who are in a difficult situation.

3 If I stay

If I Stay - a story about a talented girl Mia, who is in love with the cello and rock musician Adam. He misses her concerts, listening only to the part of his passion. However, the main thing is that they are together, despite the differences. The couple does not yet know that their love will not last long.

One winter morning, Mia, her brother and parents get into an accident. The girl is in a coma, now she has to choose between life and death. The decision would have been easier to make if her parents had survived, and a few days before the accident she had not quarreled with a guy. Mia chooses whether she wants to live when there is practically no one left. She recalls her happy moments, trying to sort out her feelings.

2 Eat, Pray, Love

Elizabeth Gilbert has been creating bestsellers since the mid-90s. She is the owner of prestigious awards: Hemingway Award and Pushcart Prize. The writer is a regular contributor to The New York Times Magazine and Esquire. Eat, Pray, Love is a book about a successful girl, Liz Gilbert, who decided to change her life. She left her husband, went on a trip around the world. In one country, Liz found the meaning of life, in another - harmony with herself.

The novel is in three parts, "Eat, Pray, Love" begins the story. The book calls to forget about everyday problems, to do something crazy. For example, go to a new city or cafe, try an unknown dish. The work helps not to mope, but to look for a way out of the current situation.

1 See you

Me Before You is a love story about Lou Clark, a girl who lives through standard days: commuting to work, serving customers at a coffee shop, an annoying boyfriend. However, she still does not know that she will soon have to look for the strength in herself to overcome the difficulties that have piled up. Will Traynor blames the motorcyclist who knocked him down, who took the most precious thing. However, the guy does not realize that Lou Clark will soon change his life.

British writer Jojo Moyes has twice won the prestigious Novelists Association Award. Her work "Me Before You" won the New York Times bestseller list.

The best foreign modern books novels

5 Wrong

"Wrong" is written in a light living language. The plot develops rapidly, and a series of important events for the story keeps the reader's attention. The author is praised for his ability to easily develop the story. At the same time, the novel touches on serious adult topics, thoughts do not let the reader go until the last page.

The story is like a roller coaster: first the rise, then the crazy swing, then the fall and a calm conclusion. You can talk about the main characters of the book for a long time. Their images turned out to be deep, evoking emotions. Together with them, the reader lives the brightest moments, observes growing up, emotional experiences. Even among the secondary characters there are no random faces.

4 City of women

The city of women tells about the 40s of the last century.The heroine Vivian could not go to college, so her parents sent her to her aunt, who lives in the theater building. There are no lauded productions or wealthy visitors. Ordinary workers come to the theater who need inexpensive tickets and understandable performances. Vivian is surprised by the busy life of New York, inspired by the freedom that has fallen on her.

The book deserves to be in the list of the best thanks to an interesting approach to describing the life of the main character. Together with the reader, she goes through love dramas, career ups and downs. The life of a theatergoer is well shown, for example, how a play is written, how preparations are made and how artists rehearse.

3 Stallion

"The Stallion" is about a man who accidentally bumps into a pretty girl. He is not used to thinking about other people's feelings, he has a lot of broken hearts behind him. Just one day alone with her made the guy rethink his behavior. He does not yet know that soon his outlook on life will change.

There are many sex scenes in the love story, a detailed description of the emotions and sensations of the main characters. The book shows that for the sake of a happy ending, people need to step over themselves, start changing. The writer managed to show the development of a person, to depict a rethinking of her own values. The novel helps to get the superfluous out of your head, the author writes in an easy, understandable language.

2 After

"After" tells the best story about the collision of worlds. Two completely different people give themselves to emotions without thinking about the consequences. An innocent girl goes to college, fulfilling the cherished dream of her parents.She's going to make friends, study hard, have fun.

The girl meets three guys, but only one can awaken feelings in her. The young man makes her forget about exemplary behavior, completely surrender to a cheerful student life. A girl falls into the trap of passion while her family prepares a cruel surprise for her. She still does not know who her lover will be.

1 My best enemy

"My Best Enemy" is full of obsessive love, burning hatred, emotional swings. The book tells about the most cruel acts and irreparable decisions, tells about the attitude to the situation from different angles. The main characters are obsessed with each other, but they cannot control their emotions. The novel offers to feel the difficult school atmosphere on behalf of a hero who is capable of unjustified cruelty. The author gives a sense of the emotional facets of the main characters. The work captures, holds to the last page. Fans of the novel re-read it several times, wanting to plunge into a burning passion.

The best domestic modern books novels

5 fiery mars

Fiery Mars is about a little ginger kitten who travels the world. Living in different apartments, he tries to understand people, find out the secrets of the owners and find a real home. He even helps one girl find love.

This novel is written in easy language, it can be mastered in a few evenings. The plot is simple, but it is not always possible to predict what will happen to the kitten.After reading, I want to pick up all the homeless animals from the street so as not to repeat the mistake of the main character. The fluffy hero grows as the story progresses, teaching people something new. The work looks finished, and at the end - a photo of a real person with a similar story.

4 Birds of his life

Ekaterina Vilmont is one of the most popular domestic authors working in the genre of the modern women's novel. The writer devoted most of her life to translations, and she came to creating works by accident. For many years she has maintained her position in the Top 10 most published and read authors in Russia.

In the life of the protagonist, everything is very complicated. Relations with parents did not work out, they call him "twisted". Among the two women, he cannot choose his favorite. The guy is very talented, but pride prevents him from achieving success. However, one girl will soon change everything.

3 Peter believes in love

Peter believes in love - this is a simple modern novel that will lead the reader through the narrow streets, lead to the Palace Square, offer to bow to the guardian angel of the city. The heroes will soon learn a new state of mind that they will want to remember forever.

"Peter Believes in Love" is written by the same author who has already released two bestsellers: "Women are made to be..." and "The Coffee House". He succeeds in sentimental love stories that create a positive mood. The book is distinguished by the unusual relationship of the main characters: she is a theater actress, he is a young playwright from France. At the end of the work there is a bonus story "Kissing Day".

2 Where love lives

Where Love Lives is a story about the problems of a modern girl. She is offended by her parents, she has to solve organizational issues, and even someone writes threatening notes because one guy paid attention to her. Vera Azarova went to a summer camp to get to know the young man better and figure out who was sending her such messages.

The writer managed to create living characters with real problems. Together with them, the reader will learn other people's secrets, walk through the forest at night, and have lunch in the dining room. The book touches on the topic of parents and children, speaks of the difficulties of education. Therefore, the novel will suit the older and younger generations, make them laugh and make them think.

1 Istanbul revenge

Istanbul Revenge is one of the best-selling novels in the domestic market. The author is in love with Turkey, she visited this country many times. Later, having become a famous writer, the woman repeatedly translated films and series from Turkish. This book is inspired by her love for the culture of a warm country.

The main character, Victoria, had everything except a loved one nearby. The woman focused on her career, rejected the advances of men. And not in vain, otherwise she would never have met a Turkish actor. Altan Firat turned out to be an emotional man who liked to end his evenings with a scandal. In desperation, Victoria marries his brother. But he dies, and the girl ends up in jail for a murder charge.

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See you

Eat, Pray, Love

If I stay

One meter apart

Fifty Shades of Grey

My best enemy

After

Stallion

City of women

Wrong

Istanbul revenge

Where love lives

Peter believes in love

Birds of his life

fiery mars

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