One popular one is 'The Lord of the Rings'. Frodo can be seen as a dominant hero. He has the important task of destroying the One Ring and his journey is central to the whole story.
E.L. James is quite well - known for her books that often feature dominant heroes in the romance. Her 'Fifty Shades' series has a very dominant male character.
Well, in dominant hero novels, the hero usually has extraordinary abilities. For example, they might be super strong, super intelligent, or have some special powers like flying or mind - reading. They often face great challenges and are the key to solving big problems in the story.
Sure. 'Pride and Prejudice' can be considered in a way. Mr. Darcy is a dominant male figure. He has his own opinions and is not afraid to show his disapproval initially. Also, 'The Duke and I' has a dominant male character. The Duke is used to getting his way and has a commanding presence in the story.
There's the character of the local librarian in some small - town romance novels. They are often the ones who provide a quiet place for the characters to meet and also give good advice. They don't get a lot of attention in the overall plot but are crucial for the community within the story. Also, in certain historical romance novels, the maids who help the heroines in times of trouble are unsung heroes. They know all the secrets and use that knowledge to protect and support the main characters.
In 'Wonder Woman', Diana is a dominant female. She leaves her home, an island of Amazons, to enter the world of men during World War I. She has superhuman powers and uses them to fight for justice, not being intimidated by the male - dominated society she enters.
Carol Gilligan is another dominant figure. She criticized Kohlberg's theory of moral development for being male - centered. Gilligan proposed an alternative view of moral development in women, emphasizing care - based ethics. Her work has had a great impact on feminist psychology and how we view gender differences in moral reasoning.
There is also 'Outlaw Biker' which focuses on the life of a biker who is trying to assert his dominance in the biker world while facing various challenges like rival gangs and law enforcement.
One characteristic is that the dominant hero is typically very assertive. He makes decisions quickly and isn't afraid to go after what he wants, especially when it comes to the heroine. Also, these novels often have a lot of passionate scenes. The hero's dominance can add an element of excitement and tension to the love story.
Sure. In 'The Devil Wears Prada', Miranda Priestly is a very dominant woman. She is a powerful fashion editor. She has high standards and expects everyone around her to meet them. Her dominance is shown through her demanding nature and her ability to control the fashion world around her.
Another example is 'The Billionaire's Obsession' by J.S. Scott. In this series, the billionaire hero is extremely dominant in his pursuit of the woman he loves. The story unfolds as he tries to win her over, with many steamy and romantic scenes.