Finding the perfect Valentine’s Day gift can be tricky, but if your partner loves books, why not gift them a romantic novel? Whether they enjoy classic love stories, heartwarming YA romances, or deep, emotional reads, there’s a perfect book for everyone.
Here’s a list of the best romantic books to gift your partner this Valentine’s Day!
Timeless Love Stories (Classics)
If your partner loves epic romances with beautiful prose, that have stood the test of time, these are must-reads.
Pride and Prejudice – Jane Austen
Mr. Darcy and Elizabeth Bennet’s slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romance is one of the most iconic love stories of all time. Elizabeth is witty and independent, but her initial prejudice against the brooding and reserved Mr. Darcy keeps them apart. As they challenge each other and grow, their love story unfolds in a way that has captured hearts for centuries.
Wuthering Heights – Emily Brontë
This tragic and haunting tale of passion and revenge follows Heathcliff and Catherine, whose love is intense but doomed by pride, class differences, and fate. Heathcliff, an orphan taken in by Catherine’s family, grows up deeply in love with her, but when she marries another man for status, his rage and heartbreak lead to a cycle of vengeance. It’s an emotional, dark, and powerful story of love that lingers beyond death.
I haven’t read this one, per see. But this book was Mamma’s favourite. She used to narrate this story to me and I will cherish it as it is, at least for now.
Anna Karenina – Leo Tolstoy
A tragic, sweeping romance that explores the price of passion and societal expectations, Anna Karenina follows the love affair between Anna, a married aristocrat, and the dashing Count Vronsky. While their love is intoxicating, Anna’s choices lead to social exile, inner turmoil, and heartbreak. This novel is perfect for readers who love drama, deep emotions, and a touch of tragedy in their romances.
Modern Romances to Make Their Hearts Flutter
These feel-good love stories are perfect for partners who adore contemporary romance.
The Love Hypothesis – Ali Hazelwood
Olive, a Ph.D. student, finds herself in a fake dating situation with a grumpy yet charming professor, Adam. What starts as a hilarious, awkward agreement soon turns into a slow-burn romance filled with chemistry, witty banter, and heartwarming moments. If your partner loves STEM heroines, fake dating tropes, and strong, independent female leads, this book is a must-read.
Book Lovers – Emily Henry
Nora, a cutthroat literary agent, and Charlie, a grumpy editor, clash in the publishing world but find themselves stuck in a small town together. As they navigate their own personal struggles and ambitions, they realize they might just be the perfect match in each other’s stories. Filled with sharp dialogue, bookish charm, and sizzling chemistry, this book is perfect for literature lovers.
The Kamogawa Food Detectives – Hisashi Kashiwai
A heartwarming romantic story woven with food, nostalgia, and lost love, this novel follows a father-and-son duo running a secret Kyoto restaurant that recreates forgotten meals for customers. Each dish brings back a memory, including one of a long-lost romance that never had closure. If your partner loves gentle, moving stories that blend romance with deep emotions, this is a beautiful choice.
Tweet Cute – Emma Lord
Pepper, a perfectionist overachiever, secretly runs her family’s fast-food chain’s Twitter account, while Jack, the class clown, manages his family’s struggling deli’s social media. When a corporate recipe scandal turns into a viral Twitter feud, the two unknowingly form a connection through an anonymous chat app. As their online and real-life interactions intertwine, they must decide whether to keep their rivalry alive or give in to their growing feelings.
Dream Harbor Series – Laurie Gilmore
Set in the picturesque small town of Dream Harbor, this cozy romance series follows women finding love, second chances, and self-discovery. The stories feature charming bookshops, cozy cafés, and tight-knit communities where sparks fly between characters with undeniable chemistry. Whether it’s childhood friends reuniting, grumpy/sunshine pairings, or bookish heroines finding love, each book delivers heartfelt moments and warm, swoon-worthy romance.
YA Romances for the Hopeless Romantic
If your partner loves sweet, heart-fluttering love stories, these young adult romances are perfect.
Divine Rivals – Rebecca Ross
Set in a world where rival journalists write letters to each other without knowing their true identities, this book is a mix of fantasy, romance, and poetic storytelling. When their anonymous correspondence turns into love, they must navigate war, secrets, and their own ambitions to find their happy ending.
To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before – Jenny Han
Lara Jean Covey’s world is turned upside down when the secret love letters she wrote to her past crushes are accidentally sent out. Suddenly, she finds herself in a fake relationship with Peter Kavinsky, one of the most popular boys in school, to save face and distract his ex-girlfriend. What starts as a pretend-romance soon leads to unexpected feelings, making Lara Jean question what she truly wants.
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Fantasy Romances for the Dreamer
For partners who love magic, adventure, and star-crossed lovers.
Fourth Wing – Rebecca Yarros
Set in a dragon-riding war college, Violet is forced to train for battle while navigating danger, betrayals, and a sizzling romance with a brooding warrior. With its enemies-to-lovers tension and heart-pounding action, this is the perfect book for fantasy romance lovers.
The Night Circus – Erin Morgenstern
A love story between two young magicians, Celia and Marco, who are locked in a lifelong magical competition. The only problem? They fall in love despite being destined to battle each other. If your partner enjoys lush, atmospheric writing and breathtaking romance, they’ll adore this book.
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Deep & Emotional Love Stories (For the One Who Loves to Cry)
For readers who enjoy love stories that stay with them long after the last page.
Me Before You – Jojo Moyes
Louisa Clark, an ordinary yet quirky young woman, takes a job as a caregiver for Will Traynor, a once-adventurous man left paralyzed after an accident. At first, their personalities clash, but as Louisa tries to show Will that life is still worth living, they form an unexpected bond. However, Louisa soon discovers that Will has already made a heartbreaking decision, forcing her to confront love, loss, and what it truly means to live fully.
Instructions for Dancing – Nicola Yoon
Evie Thomas stops believing in love when she mysteriously gains the ability to see the end of any romantic relationship. When she meets the charming and free-spirited X at a dance studio, she is drawn into a whirlwind of emotions that challenge her cynicism. As she falls in love, Evie must decide whether knowing how things end is a reason not to begin at all.
The Dead Romantics – Ashley Poston
Florence Day, a ghostwriter for a famous romance author, has stopped believing in love—especially after a painful breakup. When she returns to her hometown for her father’s funeral, she’s shocked to see the ghost of her new editor, Benji Andor, standing in front of her. As they navigate grief, unfinished business, and an undeniable connection, Florence starts to wonder if love can transcend even death.
No matter what kind of romance your partner loves, there’s a perfect book waiting to be gifted this Valentine’s Day. Whether it’s a timeless classic, a fun rom-com, or a tearjerker, a well-chosen book makes for a thoughtful and meaningful gift.
Which book are you picking for your partner? Let me know in the comments!
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Pride and Prejudice is my all time favourite and have read it multiple times! I had also read Wuthering Heights long ago, but it left me with a very depressing feeling. I don’t remember anything of the story now so I guess time to re-read. And thanks for the long list of so many other novels!!
You’ve included some of my all-time favorite romantic reads, and now I have a few more to add to my to-read pile. Your descriptions of each book were spot on, especially how you highlighted the emotional depth of the characters. Definitely bookmarking this for when I need a new romance novel!
Great recommendations. Even though my husband is not much of a reader but I can always gift these books to myself 😉.
That’s a lovely list of Romantic books which I am sure all will love to gift their loved ones… To be noted they too love reading books. Gift Books those who love reading or else your your emotional gift will not get the due respect.
Good curated list. Can you believe I’ve never read Wuthering Heights ever! I guess, someone has to gift it to me 🙂
Love this list! ❤️ So many amazing picks for every kind of romance reader. My husband isn’t into reading, so I guess I’ll just add these to my TBR. 😄 Book Lovers and The Night Circus are already on my list, now adding a few more. Thanks for the recs!
Partner chodo, I’ma gonna gift these gems to myself. I love how you’ve recommended romantic books i9n every sub-genre. Do one for romcoms too Shalini 😀
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Am past romance although I believe in love, difficult but practical love. Yet, I liked the crisp briefs of each of your recommendations and The Kamogawa Food Detectives is definitely into my TBR.
I enjoy rom-coms. and I have bookmarked your post only, instead of adding every book to the TBR
Shalini I really like how you have added both classics and contemporary romances to this list.
I am saving ” Me before you : and “All the boys… ” for future reading ,both seem interesting
Absolutely love this idea, dear. There’s something so special about gifting a story that stays with someone long after they’ve turned the last page. Romantic novels have a way of making hearts flutter and reminding us of the beauty of love. Thanks for sharing this thoughtful suggestion—definitely bookmarking this for Valentine’s Day.
You have listed all my favourite classics. And the new ones, I need to buy them! Especially the pumpkin spice cafe!
Yur personal touch about Wuthering Heights being your mother’s favorite adds warmth and nostalgia to the post. If I had to suggest anything, it would be perhaps a short section on underrated romance novels—hidden gems that might surprise readers. But overall, it’s a lovely, well-rounded selection!
I would say, lucky are those who have partners who are book lovers. Gifting romantic books to your partner is such a sweet romantic gesture. Your list is comprehensive and impressive. I have read only the classic romances you have shared.
My husband wouldn’t read a book to save his life! But but, I loved some of these recommendations and will treat myself with some cute romance reads, especially the modern ones.
Great recommendations. Feel deeply worried that my TBR is only getting richer but time getting sharper !
I spot some of my recent favorites here. They’re definitely good gifting options. Thanks for curating this list
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Love stories are always a great and I see some fantastic books in the list. In the month of love it is nice to read. Nice writeup.
Loved all the book recommendations. I have read Pride and prejudice. I would like to read the other books too.