A romance novel must have a central love story and an emotionally satisfying, optimistic ending, according to the Romance Writers of America. Typically the story involves individuals falling in love and struggling to make their relationship work. In the end the lovers overcome the risks and struggles of their relationship and are rewarded with emotional justice and unconditional love.
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