A great one for young adults is 'Code Name Verity' which has strong female characters and a story of friendship and heroism during World War II that also has some romantic undertones. Another is 'All the Light We Cannot See' which is about a blind French girl and a German boy during the war, and there are elements of heroism and a touch of romance. 'Between Shades of Gray' also tells a story of survival during war with some romantic elements.
Well, 'The Poppy War' series can be a good pick for young adults interested in war hero romance novels. It has a complex world - building, and the main character Rin goes through a lot of heroic deeds during the war. There are also some romantic interests that develop. 'Caraval' also has elements of mystery, adventure and a bit of war - like situations in its fictional world, and the relationship between the two main characters has some romantic elements and they both show heroic traits at times.
For young adults, 'I'll Give You the Sun' has some elements that could be considered war - hero - ish as it deals with family secrets and there are characters who have to be brave in difficult situations. There is also a budding romance. 'Salt to the Sea' is a good choice as well. It's set during World War II and follows the journey of several characters, and there are relationships that develop that could be considered romantic, and there are heroic acts. 'The War that Saved My Life' is about a girl who finds a new life during the war and there is a sweet, budding romance.
Sure. 'Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda' is great. It's about a gay teen, Simon, who is also a bit of a geek. His online relationship and how it unfolds in real life is really engaging.
Sure. 'The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society' is a great choice. It has a touch of romance set during and after World War II. Another one is 'Between Shades of Gray' which tells a story of love and survival during the Soviet occupation. It's a powerful read for young adults.
The 'Hunger Games' series can be considered in a sense. Katniss Everdeen has to 'cheat' the Capitol's rules to survive in the Games. She uses her wits and skills that are not always what the Capitol intended. It's a great series for young adults that shows a form of a 'cheating hero'.
The 'Love and Faith' series is also a good choice. It focuses on the experiences of young LDS adults in love. It deals with issues like dating, friendship, and staying true to one's beliefs while in a relationship in a relatable way for young readers.
I'd recommend 'The Mortal Instruments' series by Cassandra Clare. Clary Fray gets thrown into a world of shadowhunters and demons and she has to learn to fight and be a hero. It's full of action and has a bit of a romantic sub - plot too. Also, 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' by Ransom Riggs. Jacob discovers a world of peculiars and has to help them against the threats, which makes for an exciting action - filled read for young adults.
Honestly, finding pure Peter Pan romance novels for young adults is a bit challenging. But if you look at some illustrated versions of the original Peter Pan story, the relationship between Wendy and Peter Pan can be seen as having a sort of innocent, budding romance. It's a classic story that young adults can still enjoy and perhaps pick up on those romantic nuances.
A great YA romance is 'When Dimple Met Rishi' by Sandhya Menon. It tells the story of two Indian - American teens whose parents have arranged for them to meet. But their own personalities and dreams collide in a really interesting way, and love blossoms in the process.
Well, 'Teenage Romance in the Homeland' is also suitable. It tells the story of teenagers falling in love in a setting that emphasizes national pride and local traditions. The characters grow both in their relationships and in their understanding of their homeland.
'An Ember in the Ashes' by Sabaa Tahir is a great choice. It has a strong female protagonist, Laia, who becomes involved with Elias, a warrior in training. The story is set in a brutal, militaristic world and their relationship develops against the backdrop of a fight for freedom and survival.
Yes. 'The Maze Runner' is a non - romance novel for young adults. It tells the story of a group of boys trapped in a maze and their struggle to escape. The focus is on mystery, survival, and teamwork. 'Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children' is another good one. It has elements of mystery, fantasy, and adventure. Romance is not the central theme at all. And 'The Giver' is a thought - provoking book about a seemingly perfect society and a boy who discovers its dark secrets, with no real romance involved.