Well, 'The Bourne Identity' by Robert Ludlum is a classic action novel. The story of Jason Bourne trying to figure out his identity while being chased by various dangerous forces is really engaging. Then there's '24 Hours' by Greg Iles. It has non - stop action as a man tries to rescue his kidnapped family within a day. And 'Red Storm Rising' by Tom Clancy is also a good choice, with its detailed military action sequences.
One great action novel is 'The Hunger Games' by Suzanne Collins. It has intense battles and a thrilling plot as Katniss Everdeen fights for survival in a deadly arena. Another is 'The Da Vinci Code' by Dan Brown. It's full of action-packed chases and mystery-solving as the protagonist races against time to uncover secrets. Also, 'Jurassic Park' by Michael Crichton is an exciting read with the action of dinosaurs running amok.
I would recommend 'The Terminator Salvation: From the Ashes' by Timothy Zahn. It's set in the post - apocalyptic world of the Terminator movies and has lots of action. 'The Gunslinger' by Stephen King is another great action - filled read. It follows the journey of a gunslinger in a strange and dangerous world. 'Assassin's Creed: Renaissance' by Oliver Bowden is also a good action novel as it brings the action - packed world of the Assassin's Creed games to the pages, with assassinations, chases, and political intrigue.
You might want to try 'Attack on Titan'. It offers thrilling action, a complex world, and thought-provoking themes. The action sequences are especially well-drawn and intense.
One good action visual novel is 'Danganronpa'. It combines mystery and action elements. The story is set in a school where students are forced to participate in a deadly game. The art style is unique and the plot twists keep you on the edge of your seat. Another is 'Steins; Gate'. It has time - travel related action and a complex storyline that involves preventing a global catastrophe. The characters are well - developed and the visual novel aspect allows for in - depth exploration of the story.
The 'Divergent' series by Veronica Roth is also a good choice. Tris is a brave and determined character. In this world, she has to choose a faction and then faces many action - packed challenges. Along the way, she has a romantic relationship with Four. The story is full of intense action scenes as well as the development of their relationship.
One great action dystopian light novel is 'Sword Art Online'. It has elements of a dystopian world within the virtual reality setting where the characters are trapped and have to fight for their survival. Another is 'Accel World' which also features a unique and somewhat dystopian virtual world with plenty of action-packed battles.
One popular clean action romance novel is 'The Princess Bride' by William Goldman. It has a great blend of action, adventure, and a sweet love story. The characters go on exciting quests while also developing deep emotional connections. Another is 'The Hunger Games' series by Suzanne Collins. Although it's mainly an action - driven dystopian story, there are elements of romance between Katniss, Peeta, and Gale that add depth to the plot. A third option could be 'Ella Enchanted' by Gail Carson Levine. It has a strong female lead, action - filled adventures, and a charming love story all rolled into one.
One that stands out is 'Divergent' by Veronica Roth. In this post - apocalyptic world, Tris has to face various challenges and battles in a society divided by factions. It has a lot of action and is very engaging for young readers. Also, 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry, while it has a deeper message, also has some action - filled moments as Jonas discovers the truth about his world and tries to make a change.
Good action novels often have fast - paced plots. They keep the readers on the edge of their seats with constant movement and events. For example, in 'James Bond' novels, Bond is always in some kind of dangerous situation, whether it's a high - speed car chase or a fight on a train.
Well, 'Sword Art Online' can be considered in this category to some extent. While it's mainly known for its virtual reality action, there is also a harem - like situation around the main character Kirito. He has several female friends and allies who have deep relationships with him. 'The Rising of the Shield Hero' is also a great one. It has a lot of action as the shield hero battles his way through various challenges, and at the same time, he has a group of female companions that form a sort of harem around him.
A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas is another. Feyre, a human girl, is drawn into the faerie world. There are dangerous and exciting adventures, from fighting monstrous creatures to navigating the complex politics of the fae courts. The love story between Feyre and Rhysand is intense and captivating.
Another could be the 'Crossfire' series. It has elements of passion and also a lot of action in the context of the characters' high - powered business and personal lives. It delves deep into the complex relationship between the main characters while also having a lot of drama and action that keeps the story moving forward.