Not all of these are flawed per se… or at least not in a sense. What I mean by ‘flawed’ is the story itself has some messed up concepts or plotlines. Well, then why did I make this list if there stories are ‘flawed’? It’s not to tell people to avoid these stories, rather it’s share my personal views on them and encourage people to try and understand the story from a different aspect. I don’t need people to agree with my views and opinions, I just want to encourage open-mindedness and the concept of differing perspectives. ... more>>

I’m not gonna lie, I’m a sucker for tragedies. However I made this list because I often find that sometimes, the most ‘flawed’ or controversial stories are the most memorable because they tend to offer something different. 

The tags in this list make me wanna cry ;-; 

Like they’re so messed up it breaks away from my personality so much it feels disconcerting.

Not me making this list in the middle of the night with a tub of ice-cream despite being lactose intolerant :// <<less

Japan novel that pique my interest

List of novels with Arranged Marriage or contract Marriage theme, i have read so far~ ... more>>

Nowadays i am getting addicted to Marriage first and Love later type of stories. This kind of story has its different charm and bloom a very sweet romance.  <<less

smooth as Riftan's moves 

fake, arranged, flash, forced, contract marriage. Marriage of Convenience, cohabitation, anything forced, etc I'm interested in or like

fake, arranged, flash, forced, contract marriage. Marriage of Convenience, cohabitation novels  I'm interested in or liked... more>>

Separated BL and BG category since I've hit the 100 limit. 
Transferred (new) BL link --->>> https://www.novelupdates.com/userlist/8279/ <<less

All the stories in this list is my passion but still in the process~

Suddenly having husband, children, etc. 
Whether due to transmigration or by situation outside MC control.... more>>

Some I haven't read so unconfirmed

Order: CN, CN (bl), KR, JP <<less

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My favorite male yandere stories

Yaoi, fluff, smut, heart melting, sweet, sometimes with a few tears to shed but 99% HE!! (I avoid tragic ending as much as possible.) List not in order. Constantly updated as I read more and more BL (◕‿◕✿)
Highly recommended reads : 'Deep in the Act', 'The Rental Shop Owner',  'Assistant Architect', 'The Founder of Diabolism', 'Heaven Official's Blessing', 'Haka No Naka'.  ... more>>

For fluff（ ＾ν＾）: Assistant Architect, Love Stops Rumours, The Daily Life of being the Campus Idol's Fake Boyfriend, Transmigration into a Mob Character...

For Best all around : The Founder if Diabolism, Heaven Official's Blessing  (same author)

For action: Thrive in Catastrophe, Kill the Lights, Advance Bravely  <<less

Former Title: "The ** Gong & the Shou that was Forced to Marry Him / Stay Married to Him"... more>>

** Indifferent, Cold, Fierce, Tyrant, etc.. Not Scum!!

( ..At least not entirely or unredeemable)

[1] Forced Marriage (Ancient China)

The Cold Prince / Tyrant Emperor Gong   +
The MC Shou that was Offered / Sent to the Imperial Harem / Forced to Marry 

[2] Forced Marriage (Modern)
- Family Arranged Marriage / Engagement / Betrothal
- Coerced Marriage / Contract

[3] ** / Scum Gong & the Shou that wants to divorce

[4] Flash Marriage: Marriage First, Fall in Love Later
- Blind Date, One Night Stand 
- Marriage Agreement / Contract
- Love After Marriage
- Plot fits the current title but not the theme (former title)

 《 Spoiler Tag: All HE~ 》 NOT SORTED <<less

Our recommendations of BL|Yaoi novels that revolve around arranged or forced relationships and/or marriages. 

novels that irritate the sh*t out of me bc of the mc. ... more>>

and where the love interest needs to find someone else or die 

bg, bl, and gl <<less

Like the title said, well mostly it's romcom though, not sure I will add non school life here.... more>>

Series are ordered in rank number based on my enjoyment, you can ignore this since we might have different tastes.

Note:

- Updated = Last time modified

- Prev Rank = the Previous rank before I update my thought about the series.

Note 2: I am likely to exclude triangle love drama that been dragged/milk for so long <<less

the list where all the small pp mls are ... more>>

and the list where i hate every single one of these mls

if the male lead has "always loved them but has had to be mean to protect them"...that's called emotional abuse and they deserve death.

the fls should have gotten together with someone they actually had chemistry with--another woman in the novel 

...yes i am reading these bc i have bad taste mind your business   <<less

Instead of OP CEO or arrogant and domineering ML, these precious MLs need coaxing and feel inferior to the MC (or vice versa in some cases). EVEN THOUGH THEY'RE SO PRECIOUS AND DESERVE THE WORLD!! Most of them are insecure and afraid their partner will leave or no longer like them due to their flaws/illness/background/past/etc. There is a lot of pampering, coaxing, understanding, and healing in these beautiful stories. I've tried to put similar setting/vibe stories together so the list is easier to navigate. BG in the first half and BL in the second half :)... more>>

Recently I've seen more recommendation lists on this trope and I'm SOOO HAPPY that these beautiful stories are finally getting some appreciation!! I'll do my best to also find some less popular gems for you all to read >.< Please also comment any stories you would like me to add!

*also, I know I sorta write more for some novels, less for others. It honestly depends on my mood & memory of the novel. So don't feel discouraged about the ones I write less on, they're all well written books :) I also try to only include novels that are 4 stars and above, unless I REALLY think that the story deserves wayyyy more. <<less