If you love your romances with an element of star-crossed lovers, these reads should be on your TBR list. From, the high seas to Troy, these books will pull at your heartstrings.
If the Tide Turns by Rachel Rueckert
Set during the Golden Age of Pirates and the shadowy aftermath of the Salem witch trials, this vivid literary debut is inspired by the captivating true story of real-life pirate Samuel Bellamy, combining high seas adventure, star-crossed longing, surprisingly timely questions about social justice and freedom, and the emotionally satisfying tale of one strong-willed young woman determined to choose her own path.
Calder Grit by Janet Dailey
A Romeo and Juliet romance with shades of Legends of the Fall powers the intense drama of this beautifully written and researched saga from a legendary New York Times bestselling author. Return to early twentieth century Montana with this compelling book that pits farmer against cattleman and brother against brother, in a story of America’s westward expansion.
The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller
This gripping novel follows Patroclus as he grows up alongside and falls in love with the famed Achilles.
The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern
Filled with magical realism, Erin Morgenstern’s novel pulls you into the fantastical world of a circus you won’t soon forget.