The allure of the unknown. Vampires are mysterious creatures. In 'Dead Until Dark' - style books, they bring an element of danger and the supernatural. The romance aspect adds to the appeal as it's often a forbidden love. Humans and vampires are different species, so their relationships are filled with challenges.
Yes, it is quite a popular theme. Many fans are intrigued by the idea of a 'dark' Harry and his relationship with Hermione. It offers a different perspective on the characters, exploring their personalities in a more edgy and complex way. Writers can delve into the dark side of Harry, perhaps influenced by the challenges he faced, and show how Hermione might be drawn to or deal with this new aspect of him. It also allows for creative reinterpretations of the magical world they inhabit.
A great example is 'Red Rising' by Pierce Brown. While it's mainly a dark dystopian story about a class - divided society on Mars, there are elements of romance. Mustang and Darrow's relationship adds an interesting romantic layer to the overall dark and violent narrative. 'The 5th Wave' by Rick Yancey also fits. It has a post - apocalyptic, dystopian setting, and Cassie has a romantic connection with Evan in the midst of the chaos.
Well, it depends on the fanfiction community. In some parts of the larger fanfiction world, it might not be that well - known or popular. But among those who are deeply into the lore of the Dark Eldar and the concept of inter - species relationships, it can be quite popular. The idea of a human falling for a Dark Eldar or vice versa can lead to some really complex and engaging stories that can keep readers hooked, especially when it delves into how such a relationship would work given the differences in their races.
One popular 'Fires in the Dark Gypsy Romance Novel' could be 'The Gypsy's Secret Love'. It might tell a story of a forbidden love between a gypsy and someone from a different world. The 'fires in the dark' could symbolize the passion that burns secretly between the two lovers.
One example could be 'Twisted Love' by Ana Huang. It has elements of a dark and complex relationship. The male lead has some controlling and possessive traits which add to the 'dark' aspect of the romance.
One popular 'dark side romance novel' could be 'Twilight' which has elements of the dark side with the vampire theme. Another might be 'Fifty Shades of Grey' which has some darker aspects to the relationship. There's also 'Wuthering Heights' where the love between Heathcliff and Catherine is full of passion and a touch of the dark side, like Heathcliff's vengeful actions.