There’s really no topic that can’t be explored within a romance novel. That’s one of the things I love about the genre. Fundamentally, romances are stories that center relationships. And every part of the human experience can and will affect how people show up in their relationships. My very favorite romances are the ones that dig deep; I love books that aren’t afraid to engage with complicated characters. Folks who don’t seem to have an easy path to love? Let’s find that path!
We all know reading books can enhance our empathy. The character-driven nature of romance makes it especially well-suited to the kinds of scenarios that cause readers to confront the limits of their empathy. Then, hopefully, your heart is opened ever wider in the reading. The romances below deal with grief, substance use, betrayal, trauma, chronic illness, and more.
I know we aren’t always in the mood to tackle these kinds of topics, especially if we’re dealing with them in real life. But the added guarantee of the happy ending in the romance means you’ll be taken care of. So, you may ne...
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