Novels with a strong female protagonist that I love so much. These females are either powerful, smart, calm, cunning, clever, cold, or ruthless. They will not stand in the back and let their ML(if they have one) fight for them. I also love those merciless female characters that are not afraid to take life in order to save themselves or the people they care about. ... more>>

Also, please know that these novels are personal favorites of mine. Meaning, they are amazing in MY OPINION. If you happen to disagree with my tastes, it's okay but you have no right to make fun of me for liking something you didn't.

Anyway, enjoy!

Honorable Mentions that are not in novelupdates: 

Forgotten Legend of the Bloodied Flower 

Charlotte has five disciples

Your Throne

[ - Forewarning tho, some may be mary sues but I promise it'll be entertaining! - ] <<less

BL novels that make me a crybaby every time I read them. I love reading those novels that I know I will sob nonstop later... more>> and for some reason, I can't stop myself from reading them XD. This list includes novels with some heavy topics and mostly angst and kinda tragic. BUT, I'm not a fan of BE novels so I did not include them here. I want a satisfying ending like the MC or ML didn't die or what. Anyway, prepare your tissues guys.  <<less

I'm a sucker for Protagonists with gorgeous faces. So here are some recommendations for face-cons like me :D... more>>

Edit: Who knew it would be hard finding pretty-faced MCs where their beauty is either heavily related to the plot or frequently mentioned? <<less

All kind of genre BL that i have read it till finished.. I didnt classification the list because i read to many and forgot some of them.Reborn, Rebirth, Romance, etc... more>>

Part 2 <<less

Prt 4: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/73590/?ft=yes... more>>

High Quality BL (slightly more serious) reads set in modern/futuristic setting--or perhaps jumps between time through transmigration.  I try to include both known and unknown novels to give more diversity to the reading list. 

Things to note if you all come at me:

1. I have not read all the novels on this list YET. All read novels are on part 1 with the according reviews. I made this list so I could have something visual to look at when looking for good quality novels to read. I judge "good quality novels" by seeming reviews and ratings or perhaps the book has an interesting premise you don’t usually find.

2.  I look for a capable MC and a subjectively respectful ML, but that doesn’t necessarily mean every book I put here fits that requirement. Once again, there are always exceptions (for example, a brat ML with character development). 

3. I don't like looking at the rating of the novel when there are barely any reviews. Thus, I look at the reviews (which have completed more than 1/2 of the novel). If the reviews (even scarce) like it, it has potential. Thus, FME indicates that a novel has been added regardless of NU rating.  

PS -->The higher the expectations for a novel, the higher the stars (purely subjective, don't take it too seriously). Hence, "***, **, *."

PSS --> Though not fluff, there will be some Feel Good (have more of a plot) novels here. <<less

I find them so you don’t have to. ... more>>

This is the second series of thriller/mystery/action BL novels that have high expectations from me. The higher the expectations, the higher the stars. Hence, "***, **, *."

FME means to ignore the rating NU has given the novel, because there aren’t enough ratings to even look at the rating as something reliable. Instead, I looked at the reviews and then decided to put the novel on this list. <<less

All kind of genre BL that i have read.
Reborn, Rebirth, Romance, transmigration, etc 
Part 1

Novels with fun plots, badass characters, heartwarming relationships and palace scheming!!

To be honest, I'm a pretty weak-hearted reader and can't stand extended prolonged tension but still loves a good action-packed, on-the-edge-of-your-seat moment so here we are.... more>>

These are the novels that I completed without having to take any breaks. The ones I couldn't bear to put down even in the slow or suspenseful moments.

Ordered from most to least favorite. <<less

these are just novels that i love so much that i know i will enjoy reading again. mostly because they have elements i really enjoy. ... more>>

tropes i like: 

♡ cunning protagonists that are calm and smart when they encounter a problem

♡ groveling men that actually gets hold acountable for their past actions and not just get brushed over 

♡ well written female relationships, i don't mind if they have a complicated relationship with each other but it must be written in a way that's organic and not just bc they like the same man 

♡ slow burn but the kind that knows when to stop dragging it out

♡ doting family, i love that stuff. it gives me life reading fluffy family moments

♡ male leads that complement perfectly with the female lead. they don't have to be perfect but they just have to be good for each other <<less

just as the list name says. Main characters that actually push the plot forward and don't stall because of annoying cliches like misunderstandings, stubborn sub-villains, romantic love interest sub plot, emotional constipation, etc.... more>>

basically, avoid the cliches! down with bad writing! away with misunderstandings and dumb sub-plots that last 20 chapters!

i'll be compiling and modifying this list as i read <<less

Completely transalated and I've read and ready to reread.... more>>

I like novels with good plot, balanced couple, and MC and MC whose IQ is online. I personally don't like naive, weak MC and abusive, too overbearing ML. But I do like shameless, straight forward and mature couples. Dog food and fluff is also preferred.

These are novels that I strongly recommend as they are my favourites so far. <<less

Female protags that know how to charm & manipulate. Some are transmigrators, some are world hoppers. But all know how to go fishing. ... more>>

Most of these are reverse harem, though there are stories with multi-universe/multi-world & monogamous relationships with one man/target/victim. <<less

Chinese Edition that I've read and am able to give some comments for. The list numbering is random. I'll classify it with EASY, MEDIUM and... more>> HARD to divide the focus needed to read these novels.  <<less

Novels where the MC/shou is a day one badass.  Using that big brain energy to mentally curb stomp these scum gongs.... more>>

In the cases where *both* the MC and ML are tr*sh, then if the ML is a tr*sh can the MC is a whole @ss dumpster, and I support that dumpster completely.

Will continue to update. <<less

Some are cliché. Some are original. Some are in-between. Anything goes as long as it is in my taste.

me n my weird taste... more>>

some reviews contains spoiler (⁠๑⁠•⁠﹏⁠•⁠)

not on the list:

- The beginning after the end

2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/82408/ <<less

Mostly about MC transmigration into a cannon fodder tropes. Rebirth, age regression and/or second chances to live their lives and getting revenge from the white... more>> lotus/green tea b*****s, and also ML's regretting their missed opportunities or trying to get the MC to love them again.   <<less

A list of BLs with smart MCs, interesting plots and are binge worthy. Please feel free to comment suggestions for the list ☺️

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All the bl storie s i found worth reading :)

I'm more focused at MC - ML personality and interactions. The good story plot is a bonus. Feel free to recommend more if you have... more>> the same taste as me. <<less

Our lovely protagonists giving some divine karma back to the green tea b*tches, white lotuses, and haters in their lives ╰(*´︶`*)╯♡... more>>

genres: isekai, second lifers, transmigration, reincarnation, or regression.

romance is generally a secondary/subplot point to the revenge/face slapping plot

generally shoujo, sometimes shounen

most are originally completed or completely TL'd <<less

All about BL transmigration, reincarnation, world hopping, system and rebirth. ... more>>

All about boys love / Malexmale

You can check my another list (bl i've read part 1 & 2), there's transmigration, rebirth and other setting too. I created it first thats why there's some transmigration on it.

*Sorry for bad grammar <<less

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