It may be easy for literary critics to dismiss romance novels as junk. They believe that the stories are poorly written and that most of the content is very shallow. However, people who write this literary genre tend to be very careful about what ideas they include in their true love books. They want their works to be appreciated as valid and interesting books and not disregarded by people who have never before read this style of writing. As such, most authors include several different themes in their stories to ensure dimension and intrigue with their readers.
To be considered a valid part of this genre, of course the story must have a central romantic theme. The tale may center on two people finding love with each other or overcoming difficulties of the past to learn trust with one another. The couples at the center of the tale may be compatible from the beginning. They likewise might have a contentious and angry relationship with each other until the end when romance triumphs.
With that basic element in place, the novels written in this format can all contain different themes. Some are set in medieval times when women were not viewed as equal to men. Nonetheless, the female heroine of the story finds a way to earn the respect and love of her male character equivalent in the novel. She triumphs over the medieval standards that restricted women in those times.
Likewise, other stories mirror real life by including factual details about the western frontier's exploration, the settling of a town, or the mention of actual people who lived during the time of the novel's setting. These details make the tale more believable for readers. It also detracts in a significant way from the expected mushy undertone of the story.
Still, some critics argue that for all of the historic accuracy and engaging theme work that these stories are not on par with the creations found in the English canon. It is true that these novels may not be held in the same regard as Shakespearean creations. However, the writers make every attempt to give their characters and story lines the same respect as canonical writers.
When readers pick up a novel and read it for pleasure, that fact alone could give critics the heads-up that the works of literature are on par with others taught in high school and college classrooms. Like those major works, the romance novels of today try to get away from the overwhelming romance theme and instead offer several ideas for readers to consider. This effort helps garner a wider base of fans.
As such, it may come as no surprise to writers that their fan bases are growing and now include an eclectic mix of readers. Along with housewives and stay-at-home moms who have always been the traditional fan base, readers now include college professors and working professionals. College students are also known to read these books.
True love in a novel may seem like a flimsy idea to people who consider themselves purveyors of fine literature. However, as many critics are coming to understand, the stories in the genre are now becoming more dimensional and featuring more complicated theme work. The fan base for these books also continues to grow each day.
To be considered a valid part of this genre, of course the story must have a central romantic theme. The tale may center on two people finding love with each other or overcoming difficulties of the past to learn trust with one another. The couples at the center of the tale may be compatible from the beginning. They likewise might have a contentious and angry relationship with each other until the end when romance triumphs.
With that basic element in place, the novels written in this format can all contain different themes. Some are set in medieval times when women were not viewed as equal to men. Nonetheless, the female heroine of the story finds a way to earn the respect and love of her male character equivalent in the novel. She triumphs over the medieval standards that restricted women in those times.
Likewise, other stories mirror real life by including factual details about the western frontier's exploration, the settling of a town, or the mention of actual people who lived during the time of the novel's setting. These details make the tale more believable for readers. It also detracts in a significant way from the expected mushy undertone of the story.
Still, some critics argue that for all of the historic accuracy and engaging theme work that these stories are not on par with the creations found in the English canon. It is true that these novels may not be held in the same regard as Shakespearean creations. However, the writers make every attempt to give their characters and story lines the same respect as canonical writers.
When readers pick up a novel and read it for pleasure, that fact alone could give critics the heads-up that the works of literature are on par with others taught in high school and college classrooms. Like those major works, the romance novels of today try to get away from the overwhelming romance theme and instead offer several ideas for readers to consider. This effort helps garner a wider base of fans.
As such, it may come as no surprise to writers that their fan bases are growing and now include an eclectic mix of readers. Along with housewives and stay-at-home moms who have always been the traditional fan base, readers now include college professors and working professionals. College students are also known to read these books.
True love in a novel may seem like a flimsy idea to people who consider themselves purveyors of fine literature. However, as many critics are coming to understand, the stories in the genre are now becoming more dimensional and featuring more complicated theme work. The fan base for these books also continues to grow each day.
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