these are the high-quality BL translations that i've read from the Yaoi/Shounen Ai categories; the ones that I go back to re-read again and again~... more>>

Happy Endings, Fluff (or at least good feels), and Ass-kicking only! I don't really read many angst/modern drama novels. <<less

Some need to be in a jail-room, others need to be in a therapy room, and the MC needs to be in a courtroom to get a restraining order against them... Unless he's into it, in which case, who am I to complain? ... more>>

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Edit: Woa, I never expected that many users to like obsessive MLs, feels great to see those with the same 'guilty pleasures' as mine (I don't feel guilty though, not because my taste is good but because I lack shame). We're out here bonding over unhinged guys lmao. Also, what's your ideal obsessive ML? I'm quite curious, so feel free to comment it below. 

Personally, I prefer MLs who are usually ruthless and somewhat cruel to everyone but the MC, whom they treat with utmost love, care and respect, of course they're still 'toxic' in a way they wouldn't leave the MC alone or ever separate from him, but to make him stay, they'd rather pamper him to the hell and back than use torture or abuse. A big plus if they're paired with sly and morally grey MCs.

Edit 2: if you see random words censored, it ain't me. NU just recently started doing that out of nowhere :/ <<less

If you're looking for something for quick & short guilty pleasure - to ease of your little tense on your weekday or weekend, then you're at the right list! :))... more>>

*WARNING: Rated R18+ For Adults Only* The following Novel list contains mature & s*xual content that is unsuitable for children.

P/S: (On-Going) - Updating this list. More to cum... ;)   *With Teaser* <<less

CN, KRN, and JPN I only got to know, read and love when NU came to my life... As well as MLs I need in my life because of their infinite love and care for their FLs... sana ol... more>>

Note: The list will be updated every now and then because there are some novels I had read and loved in the past but forgot the titles due to reading many recent updated novels. Also, I may sort the novels' ranking. Thank you.

Part II! Continue at https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/14984/ <<less

hhh so difficult to find good ones QAQ... more>>

here we have the rare delicacy of high-quality harem bl novels. may have subtle harems and/or (usually) 1v1 endings. kind-of, sort-of ranked?? adding descriptions as i go!

comment your thoughts and/or suggestions~

update: I'm back and ready to update the list! harem bl seems to have gotten more common/popular in general, wow! <<less

My personal rating and descriptions. Some of them are R-18; read at your own risk.... more>>

Thank you Bruce008! 

Here are three more link to raw Chinese Romance provided by Bruce008:

Link 1:

https://baike.baidu.com/item//4716003 

Link 2:

https://zhuanlan.zhihu.com/p/494058394?utm_id=0

Link 3:

https://zhuanlan.zhihu.com/p/374954238?utm_id=0 <<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

[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

Lots and lots of snu snu..( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)... more>>

I'd already read all of the completed novels while currently reading the on-going. Hope u like it and follow this list too!(^w^)

NOTE: Some novels have explicit details, pay attention to tags and just skip it if u're uncomfortable.

English is not my first language, ciao! <<less

My list... (ﾉ∇≦*)... more>>

*H, Adult, Mature and Smut

* *Taboos. There are many stories with content that can cause disgust, such as scenes of r*pe or excessive abuse. (It is very bad! :/)

 *** There are novels that don't really have a plot. The focus is snu snu.  (// ▽ //) But there are also good love stories to read...

**** 1v1 or NP <<less

Obsessive male leads are so irrestible and I love every single one of em. They be a lil scary tho when they blacken. Huhu. Anyway, i'm blessing yall with sum yandere babi.=>... more>>

No yuri (gomen)

No yaoi (gomen ;~;)

There are a lot of novels I know which have obsessive male leads, but unfortunately there's no info about them here on NU, so i'll probably just list it here or on the comments:

Mommy villainess (PERSONAL FAVORITE)

The demon's bride

The crown's obsession

Young master Damien's pet

The reason why I don't want to marry the Prince <<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

you know what it is ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) 

\(-ㅂ-)/ ♥ ♥ ♥

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

All types of questions BL novels I’ve read. Most of them I loved/really really liked, some were fine and some were meh. Just look through and find something to your liking. ... more>>

 (all with Happy End; I rate them 1-6) <<less

BG modern romance : NO rebirth / NO transmigration ... more>>

Mostly FLUFF hehe

P.S. More novel recommendations in the comments. Its not listed here on NU yet and still unstranslated. But most of the MTL quality is still okay. I've read most of them on shubaow . net <<less

Harem+Chad MC+Polygamy+Enough chapters translated.... more>>

(R-15 R-18).    CN+JP+KR.    WN+LN

IMPORTANT!: I'm working on the second part!, take a look: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/54640/

Important: NTR BANNED. Everything was checked by me, so you can rest easy. With the exception of Netori, there is no NTR (Netorare and Netorase) of any kind in these novels.

Important: If the novel you want to read has few chapters in NU, you should find another active translator like Novelhall, Novelonlinefull among others

Sorry for my bad English.

The order of the novels in this list is random! (Review of each novel in process) <<less

Novels with erotic, adult, smut, mature stories... more>>

Harem isn't included (or any cheating and sharing partners)

WARNING: Please read the story tags carefully
This list contains the +18 rating, that is, it is not for minors or for those who feel uncomfortable with any explicit s*xual content

In no particular order

[PT/BR] Novels com histórias eróticas, adultas, obscenas e maduras

Harém não está incluído (ou qualquer tipo de adultério e compartilhamento de parceiros)

AVISO: Por favor, leia as tags das histórias com atenção

Essa lista contem a classificação +18, ou seja, não é para menores ou para quem se sinta desconfortável com conteúdo s*xual explícito

Sem uma ordem em particular

Part/Parte 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/23215/

Part/Parte 3: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/34283/

Part/Parte 4: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/47032/

Part/Parte 5: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/58500/

Part/Parte 6: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/71178/ <<less

I'm here for an amazing and pretty gay read~ ... more>>

*yuri novels exist

me: I AM SHAKING USUDHDHUWWDHUDIWHUDW <<less

A hundred Chinese BL novels involving xianxia, historical, wuxia, martial arts and, xuanhuan dedicated to you and me.... more>>

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The novels in this recommendation list are with various kinds of protagonists and male leads, the protagonist can either be a gong or a shou, rags to riches kind of protagonist/ml, or strong to stronger kind of protagonist/ml but, there will be NO WORLD-HOPPING novels in this list. It's not that I dislike it, just, simply not my cup of tea.... yet.

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THIS IS NOT ARRANGED BY RANK

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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

Mainly transmigration novels where MC has to try and avoid death or following the fate of the previous body, BxG and BxB w/ 1x1 romance. Most novels I have tried/read and enjoy reading (which is hard for me).... more>>

#32-47 haven't read yet <<less

Stories with (usually) older MLs who is raising or somehow involved in raising the (physically and/or mentally) younger shou... more>>

Note that "raising" here may also mean pampering our xiao shou to high heavens <<less

This is the continuation of "STRAIGHT ROMANCE NOVELS I"... more>>

These are romance novels with various kinds of varieties that I have read and have not read that I find interesting and happen to have the urge to share it to you guys just bc I find it a waste to haggle all of these treasures for myself. 

The novels you're gonna be seeing here is still the same, romance novels, that are straight and are either realistic, fluffy, no dog-blood drama and 109876 chapters to resolve misunderstandings, no 5 men chasing after the protagonist, no male lead with 1000 concubines, makes sense to at least at the bear minimum, light-hearted, or some philosophical really deep stuff(though rarely). But mostly, it's gonna be more about fluff, light-hearted and more focused on romance.

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I have reached the limit yet again folks... so I guess time for rec list no.3...? let's gooooo

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STRAIGHT ROMANCE NOVELS I - https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/45472/

STRAIGHT ROMANCE NOVELS II 

STRAIGHT ROMANCE NOVELS III - https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/45549/ <<less