Romance Sagas are all about the romantic chase, lusting after the 'one', and burning desires that last years upon years, fuelled only by the memories of a beautiful face. Some of these tales are rich in historical detail with dreamy characters that you'll wish were real, and others are modern, poignant explorations of the power of enduring love. A Christchurch City Libraries list.
A new unmissable historical romance saga from popular author Katie Flynn, set in Liverpool during the 1920s. The story follows Olivia Campbell on her journey as she reaches out for love to escape from her abusive father and finally be free. The war,…
A haunting, beautiful saga with themes of enduring love and the power of forgiveness. Kate and Peter are childhood friends and next-door neighbours, but their blossoming love is shattered by a violent tragedy which forces Peter's family to move…
This compelling saga follows the lives, troubles and passionate romances of the absurdly good looking Quinn brothers. The emotional connection between the brothers makes for interesting character development that will leave you wanting more– a great…
A gripping historical romance saga by a key author of the genre, Dilly Court will hit all the right notes with romance saga fans. Daisy's newlywed bliss is turned into a nightmare when her new husband Jay disappears during the reception party.…
If you haven't already read this, then what are you waiting for? This is one of the best romance reads out! Fair warning, have some tissues handy because Noah and Allie's decades-long love story will have you laughing, crying, and then happy-crying…
This new historical romance saga from Anna Jacobs is a story of love, careers, and the choices we sometimes have to make between the two. Set in 1935 we follow Frankie Redfern, the only female cabinet minister as she navigates the viper's nest of…
A forbidden romance between an Irish/Australian girl and a priest, an evocative setting that almost feels like a character itself, and bittersweet themes of love and family—this story has it all! Colleen McCullough is a master at drawing readers in…
If you enjoy good writing and captivating historical stories, Philippa Gregory’s novels are well worth the read. Set in the Georgian English countryside, this story follows the women of the Lacey family who are destined to lose their estate once…
If you like Regency dramas and scandalous love triangles, you might delight in this juicy series. In the first novel of the Bedwyn children series, we meet second son Aidan who wants nothing to do with marriage, until he accidentally falls in love,…
Crystal Hana Kim delivers a lyrical, moving romantic saga, exploring tensions between family duty and true love. In a refugee camp during the devastating Korean War, Haemi falls in love with her childhood friend, Kyunghwan, but in order to provide…
This historical romance will pull on your heart-strings and take you on a journey of love, betrayal and sadness. Dark times are ahead for the seemingly happy Gibsons, and oldest daughter Annie must now take care of the family. As Anna Jacobs'…
A touching, evocative portrait of lost opportunities and the enduring power of love. Jules Moreau's perfect childhood is destroyed when his parents pass away and he is sent to boarding school with his brother and sister. As the three siblings grow…
If you're keen on romance rural-style, try this! Set in the remote central highlands of Queensland, a farmer and his wife grow weary of one another, the isolation, and the tedium of cattle ranch life, until a young stockman shows up looking for…
A fast paced mythological adventure and fantasy romance tale all in one. ‘Three Fates’ centres on a trio of couples with intertwined stories revolving around three small statues passed down generation by generation. Nora Roberts has jam-packed every…
This heartbreaking love story begins during the Nazi occupation of an idyllic Greek island. With the arrival of the Italian army, beautiful, headstrong Pelagia falls for the charming Captain Antonio Corelli. The lovers are soon torn apart by the…
Witty and bittersweet, with realistic dialogue and well-drawn characters, 'One Day' follows the friendship of Emma and Dexter, who first meet at their university graduation in the late 1980s. We catch up with them every July 15 for the next two…
A new outback saga from the author that started it all. Idealistic and straight-talking Drift is a fiercely independent itinerant cattle drover in rural WA—although what would she do without her dad? When she is faced with a sudden life-change she…
