One of the best is 'Great Expectations' by Charles Dickens. Pip, the protagonist, starts as a poor orphan and through a series of events, including an unexpected inheritance, rises in social and economic status. The story shows his journey of self - discovery along with his transformation from poverty to relative wealth.
J.K. Rowling's 'Harry Potter' series can also be considered in a way. Harry starts as an orphan living in rather poor conditions with his aunt and uncle. But as he discovers his wizarding heritage, he gains access to a world of wealth, magic and power. His journey at Hogwarts is not just about learning magic but also about growing from a poor - treated boy to a hero with significant resources and influence.
'Vanity Fair' by William Makepeace Thackeray is also notable. Becky Sharp, a poor but clever and ambitious girl, tries to climb the social ladder. The novel shows her various attempts to gain wealth and status, although her methods are sometimes controversial. It gives a detailed picture of the society of the time and how one could strive to move from poverty to riches.
The 'The Fault in Our Stars' can also be considered in a way. Augustus is relatively well - off compared to Hazel. Their love story, despite Hazel's health issues and their different social standings, is very touching. It shows how love can transcend such differences.
One popular 'rich guy poor girl novel' is 'Twilight'. Although it's mainly a vampire romance, Edward comes from a wealthy family while Bella is from a more ordinary background. Another is 'The Notebook'. Noah is from a working - class family and Allie is from a wealthy one. Also, 'Pride and Prejudice' can be considered in a way. Mr. Darcy is a rich nobleman and Elizabeth Bennet is from a family with less fortune.
One popular 'rich girl poor boy romance novel' is 'The Notebook' by Nicholas Sparks. It tells the story of Allie, a rich girl, and Noah, a poor boy. Their love endures through many years and hardships. Another is 'A Walk to Remember' also by Sparks, where the rich girl Jamie falls for the bad - boy-turned - good Landon, who is from a less - wealthy background. And 'Pretty Woman' was also made into a movie but started as a story of a rich man and a poor woman, with elements of a romantic relationship that can be considered in this genre.
One popular one is 'The Notebook'. In this novel, Allie comes from a relatively well - off family while Noah is from a poorer background at first. Their love story is very touching. Another could be 'Pretty Woman' in novel form (adapted from the movie). Here, Vivian is a poor woman who gets involved with a rich man and they fall in love.
Well, 'A Walk to Remember' can be considered. Landon is from a more well - off family, while Jamie is a sweet and simple girl from a religious family that isn't wealthy. Their love story is very touching. Also, 'To All the Boys I've Loved Before' has some elements of this. Lara Jean's family is normal, while some of the boys she gets involved with come from wealthier backgrounds, and there are cute romantic encounters based on this difference.
One popular one is 'Fifty Shades of Grey'. It features a wealthy and powerful man, Christian Grey, and a young college graduate, Anastasia Steele. Their relationship starts off as an interview but quickly develops into a complex and passionate romance.
A classic example is 'Pride and Prejudice'. Elizabeth Bennet comes from a family of modest means while Mr. Darcy is a wealthy landowner. Their relationship starts off rocky due to pride and prejudice on both sides but eventually blossoms into a beautiful love story.
There is also 'I Shall Seal the Heavens'. The hero in it was originally a poor scholar. But through his adventures in the world of immortals, he gradually becomes stronger and amasses a great deal of wealth and power. His transformation from a nobody to a powerful and wealthy figure is filled with thrilling plots, including dealing with various enemies, seizing opportunities, and constantly evolving in his cultivation journey.
One common theme is hard work. In these novels, the protagonists usually start from very difficult situations but they are not afraid of hardships. They keep working hard, whether it is in business, cultivation or other fields. For example, in some business - related novels, the main characters work day and night to build their own business empires.