The title says it all. BLs with a healthy power dynamic (mostly, since those are pretty rare), well-developed leads, great storylines, almost no unhealthy and unrealistic characterisations like yandere MLs or MCs with questionable IQs. Some exceptions are there, though; I've added the novels I liked despite them having somewhat yandere character(s).... more>>

I've added all the novels that checked off most of the boxes and noted everything I might have liked/disliked about those novels while reading. 

The rankings on each novel don't really matter (except for the ones at the beginning). Don't forget the ones at the bottom, although they're the ones I personally didn't like much! But you might!  <<less

2023 updated list bio:
variety of genres, including but not limited to: historical, sci-fi, unlimited flow(thriller/horror), xianxia/wuxia/xuanhuan, (e)sports, mystery, psychological, supernatural, slice of life, school life, comedy, transmigration. PLOT HEAVY>>>... more>>

enjoy relatively balanced power dynamics between the two leads - especially in the more enemies to lovers novel e.g. ML insanely obsessive paired with a MC who knows his worth and will beat the sh*t out of ML if he tries anything weird

⚠️ NO MPREG, NO “UWU” MC, NO SEME PROTAGONIST, NO SHITTY TRANSLATION, NO BELOW 4.2 STARS

recs are welcomed!

notw: most reviews r very old and cringe… sorry <<less

i'm gonna give the gays everything they want

[NOT RANKED]... more>>

I'm tired of the double standards, third parties, unnecessary drama, scumbags etc. This list features extremely devoted couple! 1v1 HE. Totally safe to read. 

Gong (Seme) and Shou(Uke) are each others first & only s*xual partner; first & only love.  (Either it's explicitly mentioned, mentioned by the author, mentioned between the lines, or assumed in some cases if no other partners/ prior experience is mentioned). No exes, cinnabar moles, substitutes etc. 

No other partners in case of a seperation or breakup. 

No getting r*ped/ assaulted/ kissed/ mol*sted by passerbys or supporting leads. No love triangles or leading others on. If there's a harem it should be dismissed by the end. If either Gong or Shou are actors, then they should be the type that doesn't do intimate scenes. 

No kids involving other women (surrogacy). No marriage of convenience with other woman. 

P.S I only have requirements for the main cp. 

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I'll try my best to eventually mark the details...

PART 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/80741/ <<less

1. ᕕ( ᐛ )ᕗ : definitely recommend
2. recommend
3. kinda recommend 
4. -- : undecided

Please consider donating some BL recommendations down in the comments, and I will add them to this to-read-list! I am seriously in need of food... more>> for my soul... thank you! Keep the yandere to a minimum <<less

OP female protagonist in interstellar era. Please recommend me more!... more>>

Keyword: 星际, 星际女主小说 <<less

women who are the more dominant ones in the relationship physically or emotionally and the men who adore them... more>>

where the ml would literally follow the fl into hell if they asked  <<less

This list are the result of my treasure hunt in novelupdates. I wish i could wipe out my memory so i can feel the same... more>> pleasure and excitement after reading the novel below. As you can see i love dependable ML and sometimes filtering them makes me like ML that are from powerful family, Doctor, or Military man. <<less

Bl novel with unique character designs, amazing romance and great plot.... more>>

My filters are,

1. Smart characters 

2. Unique or not boring relationship

3. Amazing plot

Even though one had downgrade but other two got hight points, I will still recommend them. But if the characters, specifically main characters are dump, 'high kick to the out of space.jpg'. <<less

So I've already found and read about 2 hundred BL novels? (Btw I recommend checking out my 2 previous lists! I have more of my favourite books stored there)... more>>

Time flies so fast lol! 

Well, welcome everyone! Let's see what else will I find! 

(I can read anything that seems interesting, but my no-nos are harems, tragedies and most of tagged as male yandere ones (they are super annoying sometimes ¯\_ಠ_ಠ_/¯ I have had enough) 

And a big yes for me are SEME Protagonists!! I love them, it's fresh and nice! I like to see things from their perspective~)  <<less

I want them as my husband. PERIODT

This list consists of a whole lot of amazing romance novels. There will be many genres and also have historical and modern stories mixed in here.  Descriptions will be added to novels when I have time ... more>>

It will organized with completed novels first then updating ones. For both categories it will always be HIGHEST to lowest RATING.

Any novels that are still updating will have a completed MTL version cited. 

***This list will be updating frequently***

Thankyou for stopping by! I hope this saves some stress in finding a good novel! :D

Part 2- https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/58955/

Korean Romance:

https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/43646/ <<less

The bl novels that have good stories *only from the novels I read before*

A list of novels with women/girls who know what they want, how to get it, and stand up for themselves. ... more>>

Note: the novels in this list are not in any particular order! My favorites are noted with two asterisks (**)! <<less

Thank you to everyone who made my first list such a hit IMO :') A continuation of all the well-written CN novels I've read and grew fond of!  No order in terms of quality~ ... more>>

LINK to part 1: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/28811/ <<less

A series of BL novels with varying plots and subgenres! Fluff, unlimited flow, xianxia, historical, quick transmigration, transmigration, supernatural, slow romance, comedy, mature (in terms of thinking and actions), etc. ... more>>

Minimal amount of angst and dogblood (if there's even any) (￣▽￣* )ゞ

Edit: I may have taken a bit of a liking towards angst nowadays... only a little. ( ˘︹˘ )

BL's I REALLY LIKE based on my own preference, and *coughs* I don't like s*upid MC's (*￣▽￣*)

Personally, I like MC's and ML's to have equal footing in terms of their overall personality, I don't like delicate shou tropes that much. 

And in my own, very subjective opinion, these novels have really good plots, or at least most of their logic is in the bounds of normal human logic. 

Note: Novels are not sorted according to rank, just depends on what I remembered first _(:3」∠)_ <<less

I mostly like BLs which have action, fantasy or adventure genre in them. I haven't read all of them, and just added whatever pleased my eyes. 
So, if you have that kinda taste, then enjoy! ... more>>

The list is not properly edited by the best and all, because I'm lazy.......yeah. <<less

Prt 3: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/54468/?ft=yes... more>>

Welcome stumbling passengers or veterans to the second installment of this list. 

Somethings I never had the chance to note because I (also) filled up the description boxes’ capacity limit in the first list. 

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 is always exceptions. 

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

 ****The higher the expectations for BL novels I have not read, the higher the stars. Hence, "***, **, *." <<less

let's discuss below about the novels !!! (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧ i just really want more people to at least know these stories BECAUSE i think they deserve more... more>> attention because some barely even reach 1000 reads  !?!?!,,, and also please suggest on the comments since i'll be adding on this list daily :D <<less

Ancient or Cultivation BL reads that will make you feel you didn't waste your time. This list is apart of a series classified by genre; other lists of this series include Thriller/Action, Fluff, and Modern/Transmigration novels. I tried to include both known and unknown novels to give more diversity to the reading list. Honest note--not a big fan of ancient settings. I've judged quality by reviews and seeming plot. ... more>>

So what is my subjective version of a quality BL of this list?

-No/little plot holes & well developed plot

Capable MC and ML  (not aggravatingly s*upid and knows when to respect each other but also put their foot down at the right moments). 

 -Lasting impression. I made this list by memory so if it's not on here...Chances are it's not worth remembering for the list.

-Makes me think--especially applies to this genre since I usually read this genre for the court schemes and palace intrigues. 

-Make me cry, laugh, yell or gasp. Perhaps all at the same  time. 

*****I have also included BL novels that have high expectations from me. The higher the expectations, the higher the stars. Hence, "***, **, *."

PS. Novels I've read are the only ones rated according to number. The rest (unread) are just listed randomly.

 PSS. There are always exceptions on this list that don't fit the requirements. But it's not bad to explore out of your comfort zone.  <<less

These are the novels which has good plotline and smex scenes. I have included short novels as well if their is a considerable plot. (Some novels even after having just 10 chapters can have good plotline)... more>>

Degree varies; whether the scenes are detailed or not is mentioned

I personally prefer such novels where 'willing' physical intimacy is also shown. So descriptions are based on my likeness to the relationship.

Consent.is.Important. 

I have only included the ones I have read.

If you have novel recommendation(s) please comment.

Note : Novels which are not available on novelupdates can be found in comment box. <<less

1st List^^ -- Stories that are interesting, with nice plot, writing and translation.. Some are fully translated, and some are still work in progress-- Have... more>> fun reading~ <<less

I read sooo many novels but only a bit I can rate more than 4.5
So, this list consist the novels that I truly enjoy, definitely the stories with top notch plot and I love the characters. Or maybe an average plot but has its own uniqueness. Totally worthy my time to read them. Definitely with reread and recommend to anyone. ... more>>

Mostly consist of either one of them: mature leads, fantasy / action, slice of life, good world building

Not in specific rank.

Any recommendation is very WELCOME! <<less

Wuxia, xianhuan, xianxia has some of the best danmei. While it may be hard to grasp at first if you’re not familiar with the setting, I highly recommend you try it out! (This was me when i read victorian steampunk for the first time)... more>>

I’ve tried to include everything: Healthy, power couple; character development; intriguing plots.

Would appreciate recs as well!

—will update— <<less