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Dangerous Love
Dealing With Loss
Dealing With Loss And Grief
Finding Love Again
Finding Oneself
Forbidden Love
Forbidden Romance
Gay Romance
Interracial Relationships
Intrigue And Betrayal
Lesbian Romance
Love Affairs
Love And Romance
Love Conquers All
Love Stories
Mystery And Intrigue
Opposites Attract
Overcoming Differences
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Unexpected Love
Unexpected Love Story
Unexpected Twists
Women's Rights And Empowerment
Women's Roles In Society

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The common theme among these books is unexpected romance, where the main characters find love in unexpected ways or situations. Many of the stories involve a nurse falling in love with a Dutch doctor, and there are also several romantic suspense novels where the protagonists work together to solve a mystery while navigating their growing attraction. Other common elements include small town settings, weddings, family secrets, and danger or suspense.

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