Here are 10 perfect books for Valentine’s Day, spanning romance classics, contemporary love stories, and heartfelt reads:

Classic Romance

1. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

A timeless love story between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, filled with wit, charm, and slow-burning romance.

2. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë

A gothic romance about love, independence, and resilience between the fierce Jane and the brooding Mr. Rochester.

Contemporary Romance

3. The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion

A quirky, heartwarming rom-com about a genetics professor who designs a scientific approach to finding love.

4. The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks

A deeply emotional love story spanning decades, capturing the power of true love and second chances.

5. It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover

A timeless love story between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy, filled with wit, charm, and slow-burning romance.

Romantic Comedy

6. Beach Read by Emily Henry

A fun, emotional, and steamy novel about two rival authors who challenge each other to switch genres for the summer.

7. Red, White & Royal Blue by Casey McQuiston

A charming LGBTQ+ rom-com about the First Son of the U.S. falling in love with the Prince of England.

Historical Romance

8. Outlander by Diana Gabaldon

A sweeping romance filled with adventure and time travel, following Claire Randall as she falls for the dashing Scottish warrior Jamie Fraser.

Poetry & Love Letters

9. Love & Misadventure by Lang Leav

A beautiful poetry collection exploring love, longing, and heartbreak.

10. Love Letters of Great Men & Women Edited by C.H. Charles

A romantic collection of real love letters from historical figures like Beethoven, Napoleon, and Oscar Wilde.

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