Historical Romance Formula

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1. In historical romance novels, the heroine is usually beautiful or at least alluring to the hero. How else is she generally depicted? All of these A virgin Spirited Small in stature

2. The hero in a historical romance is always sensual and magnetic. He is also usually characterized in all of the following ways EXCEPT: Sensitive Brawny Rich Gorgeous

3. Historical romances rely on faraway locales. Which setting is not common in these novels? Regency England American "Wild West" The Viking Age Feudal Japan

4. A connecting storyline, enlivened by vivacious dialogue and steamy romance, drives the action along. What is NOT a typical historical romance novel plot? Impoverished noblewoman must find a husband Pirate abducts lady; the two fall in love Beautiful girl is stalked by murderer Arranged marriage between enemies

5. Though we all know that the romantic leads will unite in the end, how do the hero and heroine usually feel about one another in the beginning? They are not physically attracted to each other at first They strongly dislike each other They develop a deep friendship They profess their love immediately

6. Some of our most beloved classics were actually branded romance novels in their time. Which of these classics was NOT considered to be a romance novel? Pamela Persuasion The Sheik Jude the Obscure

7. Which classic literature character is the prototype for modern romance novel heroes? All of them Heathcliff Mr. Darcy Mr. Rochester

8. What is the most important literary element of the historical romance novel? Plot Characters Setting Imagery

9. Jude Deveraux's "Remembrance" is a romance novel about a romance novelist. In it, the main character shares that all writers know that some male names are "virile", while others are not. Which name is probably not virile enough to be the name of a romantic hero? Alexander Oscar Nicholas Adam

10. Finally, what must every historical romance novel do? Teach the reader about a specific time period Include a bodice-ripper front cover Graphically describe erotic scenes Provide a satisfying, happily-ever-after ending