Historical romances are a kind of romance novels set during the historical period. Historical romantic fictions are not simple versions of contemporary romance stories transported to a historical setting. Most of these historical romance fictions are characterized by a great deal of intelligent, fast-paced dialogue between the protagonists and very little discussion of sex.
The common elements of historical romances include:
- mystery or mockery elements in the plot
- secondary romance between another couple in addition to the romance involving the main protagonists
- mistaken identity either intentionally or otherwise
- false engagements
- marriages of convenience
- depictions of activities common during the social season such as balls, routs, carriage riding, theatre events, fittings, suppers, assemblies, etc.
- references or descriptions of leisure activities engaged in by fashionable young men of the period, including riding, driving, boxing, gambling, fencing, shooting, etc.
Choose your favorite historical romance from the list (subject matter of the novel) given below:
• Silent Melody by Mary Balogh
The love story depicts an excellent character development with a combination of intelligence and emotional integrity
• The Arrangement by Joan Wolf
The novel is a combination of strongly written characters, drama, suspense, intelligence, and passion.
• The Rake by Mary Jo Putney
A realistic story of an alcoholic man trying to overcome alcoholism to find true love. The story is strongly written and touches the heart.
• Outlander by Diana Gabaldon
The book is first of the outstanding series by Gabaldon. The story features heart-wrenching and gripping romance between Jamie and Claire.
• Lady Sophia's Lover by Lisa Kleypas
The story is a part of Kleypas's Bow Street Runner series.
• A Kingdom of Dreams by Judith McNaught
The story is based on detailed historical romance.
• Katherine by Anya Seton
The book is based on true events of a comprehensive historical epic of love against the odds.
• Ravished by Amanda Quick
This book comprises of humor and verve.
• More than a Mistress by Mary Balogh
This book has an element of emotion attached with the main characters.
• A Summer to Remember by Mary Balogh
In this book Balogh makes us cry and smile. The story shows how two people help each other to grow and live life more fully.
