The 'Fifty Shades' trilogy could also be considered in a way. Christian Grey has some 'dark' aspects to his character like his troubled past which affects his relationships. It's a very well - known romance series with a hero who has a complex and somewhat dark personality.
The 'Black Dagger Brotherhood' series features vampire warriors as heroes. They live in a dark and violent world. The romances in the series are intense and the heroes, with their vampire nature and the battles they fight, have a lot of 'dark hero' characteristics.
One popular 'dark heroes novels' is 'The Dark Tower' series by Stephen King. It features Roland, a complex and somewhat dark hero on his quest.
Mr. Darcy from 'Pride and Prejudice' is a very popular hero. He is initially seen as proud and aloof but is actually a man of deep feeling. Another is Edward Cullen from the 'Twilight' series. He is a vampire hero who has to navigate his love for a human while dealing with his own vampire nature. Then there's Christian Grey from 'Fifty Shades of Grey', who is a complex and wealthy hero in a rather controversial romance.
One popular alpha hero is Jamie Fraser from 'Outlander'. He's strong, brave, and has a deep sense of honor. He's willing to fight for his love, Claire. Also, Rhett Butler in 'Gone with the Wind' is an alpha. He's a charming rogue who knows what he wants and is not afraid to pursue Scarlett, even when she's being difficult.
Well, Christian Grey from 'Fifty Shades of Grey' is often considered a sweet hero in some ways. Despite his complex and sometimes dark nature, he has a deep love for Anastasia and shows it through his actions like protecting her and trying to be a better person for her. Also, Edward Cullen from 'Twilight' is a sweet hero. He's a vampire but his love for Bella is pure and he often goes to great lengths to keep her safe and happy.
One popular one is 'The Duke with the Scar' where the hero has a scar from a battle. His scarred past adds depth to his character and his romance with the female lead is filled with passion and understanding.
There are many great dark romance novels. For example, 'Gone Girl' by Gillian Flynn. It shows a very twisted relationship between the two main characters, full of lies and manipulation. 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' by Oscar Wilde has some elements of dark romance too. Dorian's relationships are influenced by his own dark and hedonistic pursuits. And 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte has a certain darkness in the relationship between Jane and Mr. Rochester, especially with the secrets that are hidden at first.
One popular dark romance novel is 'Twilight' by Stephenie Meyer. It has elements of a dark romance with the vampire-human relationship. Another is 'Fifty Shades of Grey' by E.L. James, which delves into a complex and somewhat dark relationship. Also, 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte can be considered a dark romance as it features intense and often tortured love between the characters.
In the 'Outlander' series, Jamie Fraser is an alpha male hero. He is strong, brave, and protective. He has a deep sense of honor and loyalty, which makes him very appealing. Also, Roarke from J. D. Robb's 'In Death' series. He is a powerful and wealthy man who is completely devoted to his wife, Eve Dallas, and uses his resources to protect her.
In heroes interactibver novels, heroes like Iron Man are often loved. Tony Stark creates his high - tech suit which gives him various abilities. He is not only a hero in terms of fighting villains but also in terms of his technological innovations. And then there's Captain America, with his super - soldier strength and unwavering sense of justice.
Well, 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' by Sarah J. Maas can be considered in this genre to an extent. It has a dark faerie world and a complex romance. 'The Hating Game' by Sally Thorne also has some elements of a darker side in the relationship between the two main characters. They start off hating each other in a rather intense way which adds a bit of a dark edge to the romance. And 'The Unhoneymooners' by Christina Lauren has some darker moments within the story that add depth to the romance.