Romance

"The course of true love never did run smooth," wrote William Shakespeare in A Midsummer Night's Dream—and he knew what he was talking about. A text from this study guide collection might be just the thing to remind you of the bliss and pain of love.

Gild

by Raven Kennedy

Publication year 2020

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Fear, Loneliness, Self Discovery, Social Class, Politics & Government, War, Justice, Power & Greed

Tags Fantasy, Romance, New Adult

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Gilded

by Marissa Meyer

Publication year 2021

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Emotions/Behavior: Courage, Loneliness, Love, Revenge, Appearance & Reality, Self Discovery, Community, Good & Evil, Justice, Power & Greed

Tags Fantasy, Romance, Fairy Tale & Folklore

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Giovanni's Room

by James Baldwin

Publication year 1956

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Sexual Identity, Masculinity, Gender Identity, Appearance & Reality, Fear

Tags LGBTQ+, Classic Fiction, American Literature, Romance

Giovanni’s Room, originally published in 1956 and now regarded as a classic, is a romantic tragedy written by author and activist James Baldwin. The book follows American protagonist David’s life and relationships in France during the 1950s. David tries to come to terms with his sexuality after falling in love with Giovanni, an Italian barman, but he also seeks the safety of his heterosexual relationship with another American expatriate, Hella. Due to the story’s depiction... Read Giovanni's Room Summary

Girl in Pieces

by Kathleen Glasgow

Publication year 2016

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Community, Family

Tags Realistic Fiction, Modern Classic Fiction, Romance, Mental Illness, Trauma & Abuse

Girl in Pieces is the New York Times bestselling young adult contemporary novel by Kathleen Glasgow originally published in 2016. It was a New York Public Library Best Book for Teens selection and Amelia Bloomer Project Award Selection. The novel explores a teen’s recovery journey from self-harm, exploring the roles of community, healthy patterns, and acceptance of dualities. Glasgow is also well-known for her other novels, including You'd Be Home Now (2021) and How to... Read Girl in Pieces Summary

Girl With a Pearl Earring

by Tracy Chevalier

Publication year 2000

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Art

Tags Historical Fiction, Arts & Culture, World History, Romance, Classic Fiction

In Tracy Chevalier’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, the subject of Johannes Vermeer’s most famous painting is brought to life. The “girl with the pearl earring” is Griet, the Vermeers’ housemaid, hired in particular to clean Vermeer’s studio without disturbing its order. For this task, Vermeer needs someone who is exceedingly careful and invested in his artistic endeavors, beyond the promise of (meager) payment. Griet is fascinated by Vermeer’s way of seeing the world, his... Read Girl With a Pearl Earring Summary

Glass Sword

by Victoria Aveyard

Publication year 2016

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Loyalty & Betrayal, Conflict, Fear, Hate & Anger, Revenge, Power & Greed

Tags Fantasy, Science Fiction, Romance, Action & Adventure

Glass Sword by Victoria Aveyard (Harper Teen, 2016) is the second installment of the New York Times bestselling Red Queen YA fantasy series and follows a group of fugitives and rebels as they work to build an army to take on the powerful ruling class. Glass Sword follows Red Queen and is the prequel to King’s Cage. Aveyard grew up in western Massachusetts before moving to Los Angeles, California where she received her degree in... Read Glass Sword Summary

Gleam

by Raven Kennedy

Publication year 2021

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Hate & Anger, Love, Gender Identity, Politics & Government, Power & Greed

Tags Romance, Fantasy

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Go as a River

by Shelley Read

Publication year 2023

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Place, Mothers, Family, Coming of Age, Indigenous Identity

Tags Coming of Age, Race & Racism, Trauma & Abuse, World History, Historical Fiction, Romance

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God of Malice

by Rina Kent

Publication year 2022

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Emotions/Behavior: Courage, Fear, Hope, Love, Revenge, Shame & Pride, Femininity, Masculinity, Sexual Identity, Death, Family, Friendship, Self Discovery, Social Class, Community, Art, Fate, Good & Evil, Loyalty & Betrayal, Power & Greed, Safety & Danger, Trust & Doubt, Truth & Lies

Tags Romance, Horror & Suspense, New Adult

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Gone

by Michael Grant

Publication year 2008

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Science & Technology, Fear, Community, Conflict, Power & Greed, Self Discovery

Tags Fantasy, Romance, Action & Adventure, Science Fiction, Religion & Spirituality

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Gone With The Wind

by Margaret Mitchell

Publication year 1936

Genre Novel, Fiction

Themes Love, Femininity, Perseverance, Coming of Age

Tags Historical Fiction, Classic Fiction, Romance, Military & War, American Civil War, Southern Literature, World History

Gone with the Wind (1936) is the only novel by author Margaret Mitchell published during her lifetime. It is an enduring but controversial classic of American literature, and according to one poll, its popularity among American readers is only exceeded by the Bible. Thirty million copies have been sold worldwide.The novel’s tale of the Civil War is told from the perspective of the wealthy planter class that ruled the antebellum South, a class from which... Read Gone With The Wind Summary