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The Best Literary Crushes To Celebrate Valentine’s Day

The Best Literary Crushes To Celebrate Valentine’s Day

Literary crushes can be some of the most romantic and timeless figures to celebrate on Valentine’s Day. Here’s a list of some of the best characters from literature who have captured readers’ hearts over the years:

Classic Romantics

1. Mr. Darcy from Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

The brooding, mysterious, and ultimately kind-hearted gentleman who proves that actions speak louder than words.

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2. Jane Eyre from Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë

A courageous, loyal, and self-respecting heroine who remains true to her values and heart.

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3. Heathcliff from Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë

The dark, tortured soul who loves with a ferocity that’s both passionate and unsettling.

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Modern Charms

4. Augustus Waters from The Fault in Our Stars by John Green

The charming, confident, and romantic teen who speaks in metaphors and dreams big despite life’s challenges.

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5. Jamie Fraser from Outlander by Diana Gabaldon

The rugged Highland warrior with a poetic soul and unwavering devotion.

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6. Luna Lovegood from Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling

Eccentric, wise, and unapologetically herself, Luna’s unique charm and kindness make her a favorite.

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7. Kaz Brekker from Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo

A criminal mastermind with a dark past and a hidden heart of gold.

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Timeless Heroes

8. Atticus Finch from To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee

A moral compass and devoted father whose wisdom and integrity inspire admiration.

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9. Jo March from Little Women by Louisa May Alcott

A trailblazer who dreams big, writes passionately, and defies convention.

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10. Santiago from The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho

A dreamer and adventurer whose journey of self-discovery is as magnetic as it is inspiring.

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Passionate Romantics

11. Rhett Butler from Gone with the Wind by Margaret Mitchell

The devilishly handsome rogue with sharp wit and an unrelenting passion for Scarlett O’Hara.

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12. Lestat de Lioncourt from The Vampire Chronicles by Anne Rice

The seductive and dangerous vampire whose dark allure is impossible to resist.

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13. Christian Grey from Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James

A man of intense desires and deep complexity, his magnetism is as overwhelming as his love.

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Steamy Standouts

14. Jack Hyde from The Hating Game by Sally Thorne

The definition of slow-burn romance with tension that crackles off the page.

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15. Atlas Corrigan from It Ends with Us by Colleen Hoover

Atlas’s loyalty and emotional depth, paired with his undeniable charm, make him a steamy standout.

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