Well, 'The Odyssey' isn't typically classified as a novel. It's an ancient Greek epic that tells the story of Odysseus' journey and adventures. Novels have a different structure and style.
My Gentle Tyrant was a time-travel novel about the female protagonist, Mo Yu, who had transmigrated to an unfamiliar world and became a palace maid in the palace. In the palace, she met a gentle tyrant who ruled by respecting women and giving them enough freedom and rights. Mo Yu gradually adapted to this unfamiliar world and fell in love with him. The ending of the story was warm and romantic, showing the important position of women in society and the gentle side of the gentle tyrant.
The Odyssey is not based on real events. It's a part of ancient Greek literature that showcases imaginative storytelling and symbolic meanings rather than factual happenings.
Yes, it can be considered a love story to some extent. Odysseus' longing to return to his wife Penelope and her unwavering faith in his return show a deep form of love.