There is also 'The Bride of the Water God'. It is set in a beautifully - imagined Asian - inspired fantasy realm. The story of the water god and the female lead's relationship, which is filled with misunderstandings at first and then slowly develops into a deep love, is quite engaging.
Sure. 'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang is a great one. It's set in a world inspired by Chinese history and mythology, with a strong female lead. Another is 'Shadow and Bone' by Leigh Bardugo which has elements of Slavic folklore but also Asian - inspired settings in its world - building. And 'Monstress' by Marjorie Liu, which combines Asian - inspired art and a complex fantasy world filled with magic and political intrigue.
One great South Asian romance novel is 'A Suitable Boy' by Vikram Seth. It is a long and detailed story that weaves together the lives and loves of multiple characters in post - independence India.
'The Poppy War' by R.F. Kuang is also highly recommended. It draws on Asian history and folklore, particularly Chinese history. It's a dark and complex fantasy that deals with themes like war, power, and magic, with a unique magic system based on shamanism.
One Asian romance novel worth mentioning is 'Fated to Love You'. It has a very interesting plot. The female lead accidentally gets pregnant after a one - night stand with the male lead, who is a rich and powerful man. Their relationship starts off rocky but gradually develops into a deep and true love. And 'Crash Landing on You' is also a wonderful Asian romance novel. It's about a South Korean heiress who accidentally paraglides into North Korea and falls in love with a North Korean army officer. The story shows the cultural differences and the power of love across boundaries.
One Asian romance novel that's worth reading is 'The Vegetarian' by Han Kang. It's not a typical love story but explores complex relationships in a very interesting way. Also, 'Snow Flower and the Secret Fan' by Lisa See is a great pick. It delves into the deep friendship and love between two women in an Asian cultural context, with a lot of historical details that add to the charm of the story. Then there's 'Crazy Rich Asians' which shows the glitzy and complex world of the Asian rich and the romances that unfold within it.
One popular South Asian fantasy novel is 'The Palace of Illusions' by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni. It retells the Mahabharata from Draupadi's perspective.
Well, 'The Nine Cloud Dream' is a great Korean east asian fantasy novel. It tells a story of a young man's journey through different dreams which are filled with all sorts of fantastical elements like beautiful palaces in the sky, encounters with immortals, etc. Also, 'The Record of a Mortal's Cultivation to Immortality' from China is quite popular. It details the arduous journey of a mortal in the world of cultivation with various magic spells, spirit beasts and complex power hierarchies.
Well, 'Empress of All Seasons' is a 'spicy Asian fantasy novel' that you might like. It has a great blend of Asian culture, with a story centered around a young girl in a world where she has to fight in a deadly competition. The world - building is excellent, with elements of Japanese culture in particular. The characters are well - developed and their relationships add a lot of depth and 'spice' to the story.
Well, 'Crazy Rich Asians' by Kevin Kwan can also be considered in a way. While it focuses a lot on the wealthy Asian society, the love story of the Asian heroine is a significant part of the plot. It shows the complex relationships and the cultural backdrop that shapes the romance.
One popular Asian hero romance novel is 'A Bride's Story' by Kaoru Mori. It features a strong female lead and an Asian hero in a historical setting with beautiful illustrations and a heartwarming story of love and family.