READING novels is not only entertainment, but also provides many benefits for us. By reading novels, we can enrich vocabulary, improve imagination, and hone critical thinking and empathy skills.
In addition, novels can also be a means to escape from the daily routine and enter a different world, broadening our horizons regarding various cultures, backgrounds, and life experiences.
For those of you who love reading, here are 12 recommendations for romantic novels that you must read this year.
From heartwarming love stories to profound emotional journeys, each of these novels offers an unforgettable reading experience.
1. I Think I Love You
The story centers on two handsome men, Jang Taehyun and Han Seokjin, who are class stars at Kyunghee University. The conflict between Jennie Park and Taehyun is the starting point of the story, where Seokjin tries to save Jennie from Taehyun’s bullying and ends up falling in love with her.
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The author of this novel, Cha Mirae, is the pen name of Cantika Miranda, a high school student who also admires BTS’s Jin and peaches. This novel is her first work.
2. Many of whom we used to take away
This story is a flashback of past memories that can only be described through a series of words. The author, Suci Berliana, is known by the Instagram account @_y2ui.
She prefers to write regarding heartbreak and express her feelings through writing rather than keeping them bottled up. Every sentence in this novel contains deep emotions and is able to invite readers to feel every moment experienced by the characters.
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3. State 5 Towers
This book tells the story of five friends who become students at an Islamic boarding school. Their story begins from their time studying at the boarding school to adulthood and achieving their respective dreams.
Alif, the main character, finally achieves his dream of living and succeeding abroad, despite having to go through many obstacles. This novel not only presents a story regarding friendship and struggle, but also describes how education and religious values can shape a person’s character.
4. Moon
This novel tells the story of the friendship of four children who conduct diplomacy with the sun clan to open a portal that has long been closed.
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Tere Liye, the author, has successfully created a fictional world full of adventure and wonder. The characters in this novel have unique powers that make the story even more interesting.
The adventures they go on teach them regarding teamwork, courage, and the meaning of true friendship.
5. Accordion Door
This novel tells the story of the friendship of three children who live in a shophouse and consider the place as their heaven. This story is full of values of friendship, struggle, and sacrifice. Although there are some shortcomings such as typos, the story is still interesting and worth reading.
The closeness and togetherness depicted in this novel provide a lesson regarding the importance of having friends who always support us in any situation.
6. Little Men: The Plumfield Children
This classic novel follows Jo’s life at Plumfield School, which she founded with her husband, Professor Bhaer.
This novel highlights the education of children with love and patience, and teaches good character values. The story presented is very touching and illustrates how important the role of an educator is in shaping the future of children.
7. What is the progress percentage?
This novel tells the romance in the office world between an employee and his boss. April, the main character, works in a construction consultant office and has to deal with a heavy workload and a complicated love story.
The humor in this novel makes the story more lively and entertaining. The love story that is woven amidst the busyness and pressure of work gives its own color to this novel.
8. Architecture of Love
The novel tells the story of Raia, a famous writer who goes to New York to forget her ex. There, she meets someone who teaches her to see the city in a different way.
This novel is one of Ika Natassa’s works that will be adapted into a feature film. Every place visited by the main character in this novel is described in detail so that the reader feels as if they are experiencing the atmosphere of New York City.
9. Odd Even
This novel tells the life of Rara and Gala who have to face various conflicts in their relationship.
Their story is full of twists and turns and deep emotions. Almira Bastari successfully portrays a realistic relationship and makes the reader get carried away in the story.
Every conflict that arises in their relationship depicts a situation that the reader may have also experienced, making the story feel very close and relatable.
10. Missing
This novel tells the story of a pilgrimage made in 1938. The main character, Daeng Andipati, is a ship captain who harbors a deep longing for his son. This story describes a spiritual journey full of meaning and wisdom.
Each part of the pilgrimage described in this novel provides lessons regarding patience, sacrifice, and sincerity.
11. Sunshine Becomes You
The novel tells the story of Mia Clark, a talented pianist, and Alex Hirano, a famous dancer who was injured in an accident. Their love story develops amidst hardships and struggles to rise once more from adversity.
This novel teaches regarding determination and the spirit to continue trying even when faced with various obstacles.
12. Critical Eleven – Ika Natassa
This novel tells the story of Ale and Anya’s love journey which is full of dynamics and challenges. From their first meeting on the plane to facing various problems in marriage, this story offers an in-depth look at relationships and the struggle to maintain them.
Critical Eleven depicts how a couple must work hard to keep their love alive despite facing various trials.
By reading these novels, you will not only get entertainment, but also new insights, inspiration, and valuable life lessons.
Each story offers a unique experience that can enrich our lives. So, pick one up from this list, sit back, and let yourself be swept away in the worlds created by these talented authors. (Z-10)
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