Golden Stage

Description

Links are NOT allowed. Format your description nicely so people can easily read them. Please use proper spacing and paragraphs.

The notorious imperial court lackey and the meritorious military general were well-known for their mutual dislike, a pair of arch-enemies set in stone. Who could have foreseen the unexpected change in the winds of heaven: the general injured on the battlefield, both legs disabled, and even forced by the emperor to marry his nemesis.

With one marriage edict, two people with mutual hostility are forced to marry and live under the same roof. Yet after these long days together, they come to the realization that this fellow is not truly devoid of any saving grace/unattainable and high out of reach.

Associated Names
One entry per line
Golden Terrace
Hoàng Kim Đài/Đài Hoàng Kim
Huáng Jīn Tái
หวงจินไถ ปรปักษ์เร้นรัก
黄金台
Related Series
Fight the Landlord, Fall in Love (Spin-Off)
Devoted To The Stand-In (Spin-Off)
Recommendations
Sha Po Lang (15)
Qiang Jin Jiu (11)
Peerless (8)
The Fourteenth Year of Chenghua (5)
Thousand Autumns (5)
Those Years In Quest Of Honour Mine (4)
Recommendation Lists
  1. "Vamos partilhar a vida boa juntos"
  2. Want to Read
  3. Books I've read
  4. All BL Novels I've Read Part (1)
  5. Quero ler

Latest Release

2 group(s) hidden due to dead links. Click here to show all releases.
Write a Review
192 Reviews sorted by


ChronoH0
ChronoH0
November 9, 2021
Status: c1-6
Has some of the really disgusting part that I don't want to sleep and imagine it. You can read why I said that. To put it briefly ML encountered something on his journey and it's not pleasant.

MC and ML relationship is pretty much the highlight but also the political conflict thats revolves around the main couple. The conspiracy is pretty apparent but it made the story a lot more interesting. Just that a lot of the terms can be unfamiliar. A lot of kudos tho for the translator who explains... more>> them to their best of abilities.

I'd say the one thing I think is too bad was the lack of intention to the side characters. You see these guys come and go. They are important in the position their given to but are not really explored about their characters. Aside from a few but then they only exist when needed to.

So really a pretty good read. <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
hoatzin
hoatzin rated it
November 7, 2021
Status: Completed
This story presents me with a dilemma in rating, because I went in with pretty high expectations that fell short over the course of the book, yet within the span of two months it begins to warrant a re-read. The 4/5 reflects this fairly well.

The plot exists, and is decent. The short of it is that some people in charge think that you can just mistreat your army and expect them to protect you. The long of it involves the usual slough of court politics and dramatics that make their... more>> appearances in this subgenre. It does not lack for complexity, but is luckily not the most dense of politics, you can follow it without a character chart.

MC and ML are both incredibly well written for the most part. They both have decently-thought-out backstories on their own, but every single one of their interactions with one another also brings something to the table. Together and apart, they are both very interesting to follow about their business, whether or not pressing things are happening.

Yet, I have some pretty big issues with it.

  • On the mildest level, others have said it before me, but this book sure suffers from lack of deep secondary characters. It is not actually a huge concern, but sometimes a scene just felt like the MC or ML parked in front of a room of cardboard cutouts. Not unreadable, but not something that makes me care about the cast.
  • On the next level, one that you could title, "Uh???" we have the author's unfortunate and misguided depiction of addiction. It did not have to be perfect, or lifelike, but zero research went into this portion of the novel, and it shows.
  • And in the last level, my own personal hopes and dreams for a decent depiction of physical disability were shattered and mended several times over. The end result was probably net positive, but it was a wild ride.
    • On the positive side, our disabled protagonist is not miraculously "healed" by the end. The disability is typically treated respectfully, and is not bemoaned as being the end of the world by the protagonist. The ML pulls off one of the most romantic gestures my disgaybled little heart has ever seen. Occasionally accurate depictions of pain levels, medications, and side effects.
    • Negatives: The use of qualifiers around the word "disabled" and the zig-zag-ing of the actual condition with the use of a plot... Device.
Upsides!

  • The only respectful depiction of court eunuchs I have seen, possibly ever.
  • The sheer romance of renovations of all things. Good stars above.
  • Not a horrific amount of misunderstandings or secrets after the plot kicks off.
  • Use of "wife" is not meant to be degrading, and comes from both sides. It ends up being a genuinely cute and playful term for once, instead of some weird imposition of gender roles.
All in all? Worth a read. Maybe even worth a re-read. <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
lian lian
lian lian rated it
September 2, 2021
Status: Completed
okay so I started read it, but I gave up the first time, because damn!! So much explanations of this and that in the first chap. So I gave up (I'm not the most patient person), but I really want to read this, so I'm like, fk this! And went ahead and read it. And now here I am writing a review to say how much I liked it.
Spoiler

2 nemeses??!! Yeah right!! It's two adorable lovers who pretend to be rivals for everyone to see, but truthfully they just can't wait to get married to each other!!

[collapse]
can this be any more cuter??

P.S - Thankyou translator for translating!!
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
stoisWangji
stoisWangji
August 21, 2021
Status: Completed
So good! Really solid, well translated, good read. If you like army and political plot with mature leads you may like this.
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
This Venerable
This Venerable
July 29, 2021
Status: c79
I honestly don't write reviews but this really deserves it, the loveliest couple that I've ever read, they def deserve each other! They respect each other, and the amount of love they give each other is just *chef's kiss*. The extras are also top-notch!!! Great work for the author and thank you so much for the translator! This novel is now included in my top 10 : 3. If you're looking for a sign to read this, the this is the sign! Go read it!!
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Kana Ranka
Kana Ranka rated it
July 28, 2021
Status: c79
Wah... incidentally Golden Stage has a non-toxic danmei relationship.
It's rare to respect each other until it's very gentle.

The Golden stage has a powerful royal political story, numerous wars, envious romances between war commanders and royal guard captains.

What do we get?
- Good plot
- Interesting twist villain
- Romance 18++
- Sometimes the characters are soft and sometimes tough.
The most cunning loving people.
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
heartlessbambi
heartlessbambi rated it
July 6, 2021
Status: Completed
This novel is okay.

MC- He's the best! Loved his character because he's very clever, and confident. The novel has given him, a higher status, I like that too. He did so much for his motherland not just because he's a general, but because of his own morals, because of the way he grew up, family matters and so on. But he sacrificed a lot and that, broke my heart.

... more>>
Spoiler

Even though he's half paralyzed, that doesn't stop him from going forward, And I really wanted to kill that king several times!!!

[collapse]

ML- He's a very devoted lover, the way he took care of MC... that was so sweet!!! ML is also smart, sharp eyed, can fight.

Even though it says enemies become lovers, there wasn't a huge enimity, between them, we can even say that it's one sided. They had pretty good relationship from the very beginning of the novel, since they are a power couple, they could depend on each other.

The novel is heavily based on war and political conflicts. But it doesn't get boring because of the MC and ML. Their chemistry is really good!

I started reading this because many had recommended. I'm writing this after about two weeks I've finished. I agree, there were scenes I whole heartedly fell for, but they were just OKAY, not the best. This novel didn't impress me, and wasn't up to my expectations. But still it's okay to give it a try. <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Binosuke
Binosuke rated it
July 4, 2021
Status: Completed
Extremely satisfying story in plot and in romance. The main couple is so sweet they gave me a cavity. Very nicely written and well worth reading! I’ve already gone back and reread sections it’s so good
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
YouToon
YouToon rated it
June 15, 2021
Status: Completed
An upright general of prestigious military lineage who sacrificed his youth to guard the land suffers the unearned distrust of the Emperor.

Check

An unscrupulous court official whose clawed his way up from the most inexplicable of beginnings to power with deeply hidden motivation.

... more>> Check

A connection that transcends rivalry, politics, the emperor, misunderstandings and war.

Check. Check.

If you like historical political drams.... Prefer when said dramas focus on the main couple... Don’t mind when they sacrifice other characters development... Paint the rest of the world around the margins in just thick enough a layer to imply an expansive world you wish you could explore more.... And you like tender nothing moments between your leads... This is the book for you.

Good characterization. Sufficient world building. Sweet nothings.

Check. Check. Check.

Enjoy. <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Kaur00
Kaur00 rated it
June 13, 2021
Status: Completed
5 ⭐

Golden stage novel is a masterpiece. No doubt in this. Although not perfect but as we all know nothing is perfect in this world.

Author did a excellent job in writing and narration.

... more>> YanFu couple is most beautiful couple in the history of danmei. Yan Xiaohan is the best male lead in the danmei history. He is my favourite after reading this novel. Followed by Lan Zhan.

Fu shen, well he is like a spring breeze that will lift up ur mood and give you feeling of living ur life at your own cost and also never to give up ur chance on living after so many huddles in life.

This book has romance that makes heart warm and fluffy and suspense that makes the heart tense for YanFu. Well, I was on the pins and needles when reading the second half of novel. I was always praying for yanfu.

In the end, I would say just read the novel. You will not regret it. On the other hand you will say wow, this is called a story.

This novel is fresh breathe in danmei novels. ♥️🖤 I am gonna miss my YanFu couple. 💜 And also love you Yan Xiaohan.. 🤩♥️ <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Moon1111
Moon1111 rated it
May 30, 2021
Status: Completed
This is a well written and translated feel good novel. Give this a read if you're in the mood for some wholesome herioc lovin'. The relationship between Fu Shen and Yan Xiaohan is so loving, sweet and beautiful.
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
asami78
asami78 rated it
May 30, 2021
Status: Completed
It's a gem.

One of the rare stories one can't find fault with and will never forget.

Wonderful story, well written and beautifully translated.
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Vik Blot
Vik Blot rated it
May 26, 2021
Status: Completed
If, like me, you enjoy:

●Healthy relationships

●Balanced dynamics

... more>> ●Mutual trust and respect

●COMMUNICATION

This is THE novel for you. Your heart will melt. You will squeal. You will squeak. You will cry, giggle, and scream. Your soul will ascend into heaven.

It is fluffy. It is romantic. It is wholesome.

Easy-to-follow political intrigue. Splendid writing, great pacing, utterly lovable characters. You will fall in love with this novel without a doubt.

As for me, I finished it last night and I pretty much want to give up on life right now. No novel will ever fill the endless void Golden Stage gave me. Sigh... goodbye, lovely characters! <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
cherryb379
cherryb379 rated it
May 21, 2021
Status: Completed
I loved the novel... the plot and the love between the main leads are showcased beautifully... one doesn't overshadow the other... the subtlety is examplar.... I am very happy with author and the translations are really good... Thanking the author for this piece of gem and thanking the translator for bringing this story to life for us folks to enjoy... truly beautiful...

Spoiler

the extra parts were truly genius.. I loved the way that Fu Tingxin and Sun Luo got their happy ending... they deserved it..

[collapse]
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Weiying can get it
Weiying can get it rated it
May 3, 2021
Status: Completed
Amazing MC and the ML. The author did well writing this book with vivid and in-depth description of places and situations. What I loved the most about this novel has got to be the MC growth from wanting to protect the whole nation and bearing all the burden by himself going above and beyond and later on realized that he just has to do his best and take of his own family (husband&sister) and that's what mads him truly contented and blissful. The author did great the translator did even... more>> better with footnotes and explanations where it wasn't clear. It was a joy reading this novel. <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
XianYiXi
XianYiXi rated it
April 6, 2021
Status: Completed
Honestly I came for love-hate relationship drama.... I was eager to see how their enemity will turn into love but there was no enemity to begin with.... well, I end up staying for their sweet relationship.

[To those who read the synopsis and want to read this because of love-hate relationship drama..... sorry to disappoint you but it's not like that. It's just a rumours to fool people]

Well, the first chapter was confusing but the later it got better. I love that even though this is a historical story with political... more>> issues, scheming and conspiracy theme..... compare to other same kind of novel, this one is pretty easy to understand.

I really love the romance between MC and ML. The communication & maturity in both leads and respect for each other..... one of the best relationship in bl and though I am not a big fan of reversible couple (not my taste), I really enjoy the switch toh..... although I still prefer YanFu more.

Love the extra...... I was sad for other couple not ending together but they got their very own happy ending in next life
Spoiler

We even got to see MC and ML being together even in next life..... it's a double happiness (/// ´ิϖ´ิ///)

[collapse]

Lastly, Thanks to translator for wonderful translating. I really enjoyed the translator notes.

PS: I still kinda want to know what the hell happened to that prince child from blue pass incident. Is he still alive? How is he living? Did MC ever went to meet him again? Well, this things will forever remain a mystery for me. <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Lea168
Lea168 rated it
April 3, 2021
Status: Completed
5/5 rating! RECOMMEND

This love story is sooooo beautiful. Both leads are incredibly competent. A pair made in heaven. Their love is so respectful, romantic, trusting, sweet and doting.

Great plot and storyline. Misunderstandings were quickly solved.

Before this story I read two Quick Transmigration stories (QWFOD and Heroic Death System) which I both enjoyed. Those stories are super addictive, fast paced and entertaining, but very unrealistic (of course it's fiction and QT on top of that, but I hope you understand what I mean). Golden Stage and their characters are so real... more>> in comparison. Their love also feels more real. Highly recommend read.

I didn't read Extra 3-4 about the uncle. <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
dramamonster
dramamonster rated it
March 27, 2021
Status: Completed
This novel actually reminded me of the male leads from the drama Word of Honor, as the MC and ML are well matched, and evenly-matched, with each other. They are both excellent at fighting, have a strong relationship together, and they eventually team up to overcome Emperors, treachery, and enemies. The first chapter is written oddly, but it gets much better.

The MC is stoic General Fu Shen, a powerful military leader whom the Emperor fears. The wily ML is Yan Xiaohan, leader of the Imperial Guards and the Emperor's closest... more>> aide. The two men are famously incompatible, but have a history together. When the MC's legs are severely injured, the Emperor ties them together in an arranged marriage to sabotage the MC.
Spoiler

However, the ML has long been crushing on the MC and the two make a formidable team. Between the MC's battlefield strategies and his unstoppable army, and the ML's slick scheming and political wiles, it's a happy ending, as the two men outscheme/outlast four different Emperors... Even the deceased brave military uncle has a happy ending, transmigrating to the future to be with his love in the epilogue chapters.

[collapse]
<<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Huimang.2002
Huimang.2002 rated it
March 23, 2021
Status: extra 5
It is just simply amazing. I have never liked a novel in which there is not so much drama between the main Leads as much as I did with this one. It totally did worth the whole time I spent on it! I just loved it and it is forever one of my favorite! I would like to thanks the translator who worked so hard on this novel! I really appreciate your works!
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
Reyleisha
Reyleisha rated it
February 3, 2021
Status: Completed
Rating: 5/5- This novel reads like poetry, so well written, intriguing, intelligent and absolutely magnificent. It’s a must read for everyone!

I was really blown away by how beautifully this novel was written. From start to end it feels like you’re on a very well paced journey that thrills you, sweetens you up only to throw you into chaos. You always feel like you’re on the edge of your seat.

The characters created by the author are so well developed and portrayed, you can’t help but feel deeply attached to them and... more>> their various flaws and highlights. I think especially because the story felt well developed for me for such a short novel of its kind.

I must say it took me a lot longer to finish this novel than I usually would, and that’s probably because I was a bit slow to process all the politics and warfare. Yet even through all the details of monarchy and this prefecture and that emperor- I was still drawn and hooked by how this story was woven together and how everything came to its conclusion. I also came to find that I really enjoy reading historical dramas just as much as I enjoy watching them: which amounts to ALOT!

The romance is not too subtle and gets incredibly saccharine at times, but it’s not terrible. The communication, respect and maturity in both leads make this relationship the healthiest I’ve ever seen in my history of reading BL! If you look past the sickly sweet fluff between our wonderful leads, this is an intriguing and brilliantly played out action packed political drama. In my honest opinion this was one of those few novels that had me focused on the intrigue of the monarchy and its complex plotting more than the couple (which was a first for me). I still loved the couple and their interactions though, so it was a big win as a whole.

You will enjoy the side characters as well as the realistic portrayals of each person and their own situations, insecurities and struggles. I liked that the author didn’t dwindle on excessive commentary for characters or plot points. It made this novel really enjoyable for me without me getting bored.

The translation of this book was magnificent and I think that made reading this even better. Both the author and translator really helped with complex terms and references to a very complex history. I felt like I learned so much after finishing this book.

Overall, this is a must read for those who have particular tastes for solidly written novels and intelligent and wholesome characters!

This author is a gem in my eyes! <<less
1 Likes · Like Permalink | Report
1 4 5 6 7 8 10
Leave a Review (Guidelines)
You must be logged in to rate and post a review. Register an account to get started.