Well, in the classic 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte, there are aspects of a relationship between a more knowledgeable man (Mr. Rochester) and a young woman (Jane) who is in a position of learning from him, which can be considered as a precursor to the modern idea of a professor - student romance. Also, many contemporary young adult novels are starting to touch on this complex relationship dynamic.
One well - known book in this vein could be 'The Price of Salt' by Patricia Highsmith. It doesn't exactly have the professor - student dynamic but explores lesbian relationships in a very engaging way. Another option might be some works in the lesbian literature genre that touch on power dynamics similar to a professor - student relationship in a more metaphorical sense.
One well - known one is 'Vampire Academy' by Richelle Mead. It has elements of a student - teacher - like relationship within its complex plot. Another could be 'Divergent' series where Tris has a relationship with Four who is in a sort of mentoring position.
Growth and self - discovery are themes as well. The student often grows as a person through their relationship with the professor. They might discover new aspects of themselves, their desires, or their future paths. The professor may also experience some form of personal growth in the relationship, perhaps learning more about empathy or breaking free from their own rigid academic personas.
In professor - student romance novels, one major ethical issue is the power imbalance. Professors have authority over students in terms of grades, academic opportunities, etc. So, a romantic relationship blurs these lines. For example, in a story, a student might feel pressured to be in a relationship with a professor for fear of getting a bad grade if they refuse.
The following are some novel recommendations between professors and students: The Daily Entanglement of a Barbaric Young Lady by Chen Xuze and Tang Nianxi. The novel was about a professor with a strong family background, Chen Xuze, and a rich student, Tang Nianxi, who fell in love with him at first sight. This novel might suit your taste for sweet stories between professors and students.
Yes, they sometimes do. In many romance novels, the idea of a relationship that defies the traditional power dynamic, like that between a student and a professor, can add an element of forbidden love and tension. This type of relationship can create complex storylines full of drama, as they often have to overcome social and ethical barriers in the fictional world.
Another approach could be to look at books that deal with female - female relationships in academic settings more generally. While not all of them will be about lesbians, they might have elements that can be related to the concept. For instance, books about female mentorship or competition in academia could be a starting point, and from there you might find some that also include lesbian relationships within that framework.
One common theme is the struggle against social norms. Since such relationships are often frowned upon in society, the characters have to deal with judgment from others. Another theme is self - discovery. The student might be finding their own identity outside of the academic setting through the relationship, while the professor could be re - evaluating their life choices.
One popular one is 'Fangirl' by Rainbow Rowell. It has elements of a student's new experiences in college including some romantic undertones related to her relationships with professors and peers.