Some black urban romance novels that come to mind are 'Love in the Time of Cholera' which is set in an urban environment and has a beautiful love story with black characters at its core. 'The Bluest Eye' also has elements of young love and the harsh realities of urban black life. It's a complex and deeply moving novel. Additionally, 'The Wedding' by Dorothy West is a story of love and family in an urban black context, exploring the relationships and the social environment.
Walter Mosley's 'Devil in a Blue Dress' is also a great example. Set in the 1940s, it features a black detective in a racially charged urban setting. The novel is not only a mystery but also a study of race relations, class, and power dynamics in the city.
Zuri Day's 'Skyscraper' series also falls into this category. These novels usually feature strong black female characters in modern - day love and relationship situations, with elements of drama, passion, and self - discovery.
One popular black romance novel is 'The Hate U Give' by Angie Thomas. It not only has elements of romance but also delves deep into important social issues. Another is 'Sister Souljah's 'The Coldest Winter Ever', which tells a story filled with love, struggle and the reality of life in certain communities. Also, 'Zuri & Nick' by Nic Stone is well - liked, with a charming story of two characters from different backgrounds falling in love.
Another great one is '微微一笑很倾城' (A Slight Smile is Very Charming). The story combines the elements of online gaming and real - life romance. The male and female leads meet in a game world and then develop a sweet relationship in real life.
Some readers really like 'The Kiss Quotient' which is often available for free in some e - book platforms. It has an interesting take on modern love in an urban context. Also, 'Red, White & Royal Blue' which has a great blend of urban - based political and romantic elements and has gained a lot of popularity.
Some great urban fiction romance novels include 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' series by Sarah J. Maas. It has a strong female lead and a complex love story set in a fictional but urban - like world. 'City of Bones' from The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare also has elements of urban fantasy and romance. The characters navigate a world full of magic and danger while also dealing with their feelings for each other.
One popular urban fantasy romance novel is 'A Discovery of Witches' by Deborah Harkness. It combines elements of magic, vampires, and witches in a modern - day setting, with a strong romantic storyline between the main characters.
One popular one is 'The Wedding Date' by Jasmine Guillory. It features an interracial relationship with a strong black female lead. The story is full of charm and has a clean romance aspect to it.
There are several black love romance novels out there. 'Get a Life, Chloe Brown' is one. It focuses on a black woman named Chloe who has a list of things she wants to do to 'get a life' and along the way she falls in love. 'The Belles' by Dhonielle Clayton also has elements of black love within its unique fantasy world. In this story, the main characters' relationships are intertwined with themes of beauty, power, and of course, love.
I'm not entirely sure which are the most popular, but generally, these novels often explore themes of love and desire within the context of African - American characters. They might also touch on cultural aspects specific to the black community while presenting romantic and often sexual scenarios. But due to their nature, they are not always widely discussed in mainstream literary circles.