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Romance novels are stories that revolve around love affairs or everyday life of couples, often featuring intriguing plots or humorous incidents that captivate readers unexpectedly. If you're looking for some great romance reads to enjoy during your free time, I've got you covered. Today, I'll share with you 20 of the best romance novels that you should definitely read at least once in your life. Stay tuned!
1. Once Loved Me Like Life Itself – by Thư Nghi
'Once Loved Me Like Life Itself' by author Thư Nghi is one of the most influential novels among young adults, celebrating the timeless significance and honoring eternal love. The main characters, Tôn Gia Ngọ (male lead) and Triệu Mai (female lead), undergo a short but profound 10-month romance, yet their love endures forever, etched deeply into their souls. Triệu Mai's greatest sorrow comes from Tôn Gia Ngộ's departure to the eternal realm, separated by the boundary between life and death, yet their love remains immortal. Tôn Gia Ngộ's genuine love for Triệu Mai brings tears to every reader's eyes. In his love for her, he wishes her a lifetime of peace and happiness, expressing his desire for Triệu Mai's well-being and tranquility.
2. Seven Dry Season Without Rain – by Lâu Vũ Tình
The main characters in the novel 'Seven Dry Season Without Rain' are Thẩm Hàn Vũ and Thẩm Thiên Tình. Despite their love being against conventional norms, why is their love so tragic and unfortunate? Only in the final moments of their lives can Thiên Tình enjoy sweet moments with Thẩm Hàn Vũ. For him, Thiên Tình is like his own life, the person he loves most in this world. It's truly heartbreaking that these two individuals can only love each other in heaven, and we pray for them to always be together and love each other like any other couple, with no barriers.
3. Do You Like America? – by Tân Di Ổ
The original title of the story 'Do You Like America?' is 'Sending Our Youthful Days Away'. The bittersweet love triangle of the three main characters, Trần Hiếu Chính, Trịnh Vy, and Lâm Tĩnh, is also the most worth-reading work for those going through the beautiful youthful days of life. Although these three individuals have different personalities, they all share the common trait of passionately loving in their youth. Trịnh Vy's choice may disappoint many readers, but if we put ourselves in her shoes, we probably have no right to judge her choice. When you grow up, it's the time when you choose someone who makes you feel safe rather than someone you love. It might be due to exhaustion, pressure, or the desire to find peace after turbulent times.
4. There Will Be an Angel to Love You Instead of Me – by Minh Hiểu Khê
Reading the title of the book 'There Will Be an Angel to Love You Instead of Me' will surely evoke a sense of melancholy and solitude in many readers. Bùi Dực is a perfect man both in soul and appearance. Mễ Ái, the female protagonist, has experienced a beautiful love with the heavenly figure Bùi Dực, but their love is not complete as Bùi Dực sacrificed his life to protect Mễ Ái, uttering the words 'I love you' in his dying breath before quietly departing forever. Thus, Mễ Ái seeks warmth from someone she mistakes for Bùi Dực, offering her heart in return. As you read further, each page will lead readers through various emotional states.
5. Regrettably, It's Not You – by Diệp Tử
'Regrettably, It's Not You' tells the beautiful love story of Hướng Huy (male lead) and Diệp Tử (female lead) throughout their youthful college years. They love each other with youthfulness, passion, and vigor. However, due to family reasons, Hướng Huy has to leave Diệp Tử for a distant land in England. Years later, they coincidentally meet again at an old noodle shop. The scenery, the people remain the same, but does the lingering affection still exist or has it been buried? Readers are invited to read the story to find the answer.
6. Racing Snails – by Diệp Chí Linh
Traditionally, a prince is a perfect character, flawless in both appearance and soul. The story revolves around Lục Song, who silently protects Vietnam from behind the scenes, waiting for her. A good man like Lục Song, loyal as he is, if he doesn't seize the opportunity, he's truly foolish. Yet, that's exactly the case; the two main characters in the story are indeed foolish. They resemble snails on the path to finding their love. They nurture their feelings day after day. Fortunately, they found each other and continued to write their fairy tale in real life.
7. Forever Is How Far – by Diệp Lạc Vô Tâm
'Forever Is How Far' is a famous work by author Diệp Lạc Vô Tâm, telling the love story between Professor Dương Lam Hàng and Bạch Lăng Lăng. Love has its ups and downs, challenges; only if it can overcome them is it true love. The love between the two main characters in the story is no different. It seemed like they were about to let go, losing all hope. But for love, they overcame everything. A year later in Japan, those two individuals met again, continuing to write their beautiful love story.
8. The Bus Station – by Thương Thái Vi
'The Bus Station' by author Thương Thái Vi narrates the melancholic love story between the visually impaired young teacher Chương Ngọc and his young student Liễu Địch. In order to protect the girl he loves, to safeguard her honor, Chương Ngọc sacrifices his life. The tongues of the world are like invisible double-edged swords cutting into the love of the young couple Chương Ngọc and Liễu Địch. That love is noble but leaves a profound wound in the heart of those left behind. She promises to live well, to fulfill his dream.
9. June Sky in Azure – by Tâm Văn
The main characters in this work are 'Hạ Vi Lam' and 'Tần Thiên Lãng', two foolish individuals always seeking to hurt each other. Hạ Vi Lam once made three wishes: first, that Tần Thiên Lãng would love her, second, that she wouldn't love Thiên Lãng, and third, that Thiên Lãng would be hit by a car and die to make his mother suffer. When all three of her wishes come true, she regrets. But Thiên Lãng isn't dead, and this is the moment for Vi Lam to love him. Let's read this work together to see how the story unfolds.
10. Torn Brocade – by Phỉ Ngã Tư Tồn
'Torn Brocade' by author Phỉ Ngã Tư Tồn tells the love triangle between Dịch Chí Duy, Phó Thánh Hâm, and Giản Tử Tuấn, which revolves around hatred. Phó Thánh Hâm loves Dịch Chí Duy sincerely, but his love isn't strong enough to dissolve the hatred within him. Only when Phó Thánh Hâm commits suicide does he realize how much he loves her, but it's too late. The story ends tragically, bringing tears to countless readers.
11. Heartstring Melody – by Đồng Hoa
'Heartstring Melody' by author Đồng Hoa tells the story of a 25-year-old girl who accidentally slips and falls off a ladder, time-traveling back to the Qing Dynasty, specifically the 41st year of Kangxi's reign. A modern girl transported to ancient times? How will she adapt to this new world? Will the love of the princes for her begin here? Will she give her affection to the carefree Thập Aka, the silent Bát Aka, or the future emperor Tứ Aka as recorded in historical records from that era? Stay tuned to find out.
12. Love Across Three Lifetimes – by Cửu Lộ Phi Hương
She is the spirit of a rock by the Vong Xuyên River, living carefree. He is a celestial warrior, strong and determined, devoted to the safety of the people.
'Can you descend to the mortal realm to seduce him?'
'If you can find him, then seduce away.'
He promised her three lifetimes of freedom, and she has three lifetimes to seduce him. But will she come to the mortal realm to seduce him or to cause mischief? Stay tuned to see how the story unfolds.
13. Whose Fate Matches the Heavens and Earth – by Mộc Thanh Vũ
'Whose Fate Matches the Heavens and Earth' by author Mộc Thanh Vũ narrates the youthful years, depicting a one-sided love amidst the dreamy escape from the world. Who is destined for whom? A touching story of a young man secretly loving a girl for 10 years, culminating in a happily ever after.
14. Your Promise is My Ocean – by Scotland Chiết Nhĩ Miêu
'Her Promise is His Ocean' delves into two souls who have lost faith in love on Earth, yet meet during their youthful years. The male protagonist, originating from the sniper unit of the Reconnaissance Team, consistently observes and accurately judges. Meanwhile, the lonely girl seeks her life's other half, searching for true love amidst the vast sea of humanity. Finding it brings happiness; failing to find it is destiny. But can destiny be altered? Readers, dive in to find the answer.
15. The Scorpio's First Love - by Diệp Chí Linh
'The Scorpio's First Love' narrates the story of Kỳ Quyên - the 'tigress' - and Vệ Nam (from 'The Running Snail'). With a delicate and gentle writing style, Diệp Chí Linh plunges readers into moments of joyful humor. As readers close the book, they'll likely feel deeply satisfied with the ending, as if they were the characters in the story, experiencing ups and downs but ultimately seeing a bright future ahead.
'Her First Love, the Scorpio' recounts the tale of Kỳ Quyên - the 'tigress' - and Vệ Nam (from 'The Running Snail'). With delicate and gentle prose, Diệp Chí Linh plunges readers into moments of joyful humor. As readers close the book, they'll likely feel deeply satisfied with the ending, as if they were the characters in the story, experiencing ups and downs but ultimately seeing a bright future ahead.
16. I Don't Like This World, I Only Like You - by Kiều Nhất
The work 'I Don't Like This World, I Only Like You' tells the moment of love where love begins. He is her rival, they always bicker, causing annoyance to each other, but these incidents lead our main characters to develop feelings for each other, but will their love last, what will happen next? Readers, let's find out together.
17. Loving You with All My Heart - by Điền Phản
There's a passage in 'Loving You with All My Heart' by Điền Phản that says: 'Triệu Thùy Quang, you once said that you don't believe in the distance of time, but I'm nine years older than you, what's wrong with that? All the joy I share with you, all the pain I experience before you. Everything I've been through before you, so you don't have to fear the future. I will hold your hand, walk with you. I will shield you, help you do everything well. What's wrong with that?' Readers, let's continue to see how the story unfolds.
18. Youth Can't Come Back - by Đồng Hoa
'Youth Can't Come Back' by Đồng Hoa narrates the teenage years of school life, of love from a distance, and the reader's agony when finishing the story. When you read the work, you'll be taken back to your own experiences such as jotting down songs in your notebook, hanging out with a particular group, or disliking a certain teacher, getting punished, feeling sad for receiving low grades... Read the work to relive your teenage years once again.
19. Love Is Like That - by Diệp Lạc Vô Tâm
'Love Is Like That' is a work that captures the sweet imprint of the two main characters with countless small stories revolving around their lives. Despite its simplicity, it's profoundly realistic, leaving anyone who reads it deeply moved. When you read this work, you'll be guided through ten years of youth, experiencing all the flavors of love and life.
20. Hey, Don't Cause Trouble - by Minh Nguyệt Thinh Phong
Hey, Don't Cause Trouble by Minh Nguyệt Thinh Phong tells the story of an unemployed girl trying to find a man for herself, but carelessly encountering a 'wolf.' The story's development is truly humorous. Initially working in a company, the girl is falsely accused of being homosexual and gets fired. In that situation, she decides to find a man to prove she's not gay. Life isn't as dreamy as expected; unexpectedly, she meets a 'pervert,' and her life thereafter is always associated with him. Love comes unexpectedly, but he's not a bad guy; he's someone who can provide her with a strong shoulder to lean on.
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