These are all the Romances that come highly recommended and have been on my radar. Ended up being quite an eclectic mix though. Enjoy!... more>>

Note: Obviously this list will frequently change. The novels are later either moved to my "New Favorite Historical Romance of 2022" list or my "Put on ice" list.

Latest moves:

      - New Favorite HR: Who cares?; The Imperial guard’s revenge; Royal Road; Villainess won’t let the main lead break up

      - Novels Put on ice:  <<less

I absolutely love reading shitty egoist MLs suffer when the FL moves on from loving them, apologising and regretting.... more>>

This is not an exhaustive list, only ones I've read. Ratings /10

Comment if you have any recommendations to go in this list

Spoilers will be included in some descriptions (bc some stories needs explanation on why they turn angsty) but they will be in caps to warn you ahead. <<less

Close the blinds. Shut the door. Throw away the key.... more>>

THIS LIST IS NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART!!!!!

* Peruse at your own peril.*

(Looking to continually add and refine the list. If you have anything spicy feel free to share :D) <<less

Welcome to the dark side~ (Chinese version)

See my “Fluffy Straight Romance” lists in 3 parts for more in depth reviews and more recommendations. 

[For untranslated CN novel suggestions, please refer to the Comment Section of this list]... more>>

Romance novels that will make you reconsider the pre-established order of things, that shine by their realism, that demand that you acknowledge cannon fodders, that hinder you in condemning villains. <<less

Because we simp over ML's tragic backstories ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

The Continuation of List in Gems that will make you shed tears in happiness, joy, comedy and sadness! Gems that carve by the Authors amazing... more>> and creative minds! <<less

...but I still keep reading stories that end in tragedies! T-T ... more>>

Tragedies do not always have a sad ending or bad ending. But they are always very distressing.

I don't particularly like it when the protagonist struggled so hard to overcome so many obstacles and his (or her) end is unnecessary or undeserved tragic death. (Ooooh, if a main character dies, he (or she) must die with all the glory.)

I deal with terminal illnesses well, as they are always moving stories. T-T

Oooh, pitiful love stories and regrets... When they are a very moving story, they are just worth reading.

(Spoilers, spoilers are always welcome to calm anxiety. -_-) <<less

Cultivation and Fantasy novels on my reading lists with a female MC.... more>>

Descriptions may contain spoilers. <<less

Mostly completed novels because cliffhanger in angst wont ever let me live my life in peace... more>>

Tw: Many of these novels may contain mention of self harm, depression, bullying, abuse, r*pe and su*cide. So, please please read reviews and tags properly before picking up a novel.  <<less

Where the MC gets a second chance at life and becomes extremely op. Or they're a Mary-Sue/Gary-Stu pissing off a lot of people with their beauty and skills. most of the novels are just the MC scheming and going on powertrips lol. you wouldn't need much of your comprehensions skills so take a seat, relax and enjoy the read :)... more>>

includes a lot of face slapping (:D), finished + incomplete novels (mainly chinese) <<less

Historical Novel I have read

"The repentance of scum*!"" The repair of scum*!"" The redemption of scum*!"... more>>

It is a theme in many novels. In almost every novel, ML starts out as a Scum*! But there are different types of scum* ... some more acceptable (in context), others intolerable and unforgivable!

They are described as handsome, cold, dominating, powerful, intelligent, ambitious, arrogant, proud, heartless ... However, ironically, they can be easily deceived by misunderstandings, evil suspicions and "the pitiful white lotus"...  and end up mistreating, harming, hurting, abusing, poisoning or torturing FL unfairly. ლಠ益ಠ)ლ

Later, when the truth is revealed, they regret everything they have done, discover that they love FL and cannot live without her! They change to be the best male for FL! Humpf! But it is so late ... hahaha a joke! t(=n=)

We like to see them suffering, begging, crawling ... but it is never enough! Or, unfortunately, they don't even suffer from anything, they don't beg for anything but they keep the girl in the end! (ಠ ∩ಠ)
>>Ok! Not everything is so bad! There are some novels that are good readings when they have a good plot and a strong and capable FL!  <<less

"So many stories are glorious, so many heroes are victorious. But this story shows the other side that is rarely explored. This story is not happy, it is not light. There is no way to survive it without shedding tears, but in a way, the ending lifts the heavy feeling a little. Therefore, it was totally worth it!"- @Liri... more>>

[One of the review on Mulberry Song]

Liri's words pretty much sums up what I'm trying to accumulate in this list.  <<less

This is the list of novels that will make you cry worse then cutting onions. So if you just wanna see sweet fluff see my other list. ... more>>

This list only consists of misunderstandings, tragedy, and all those things that will make you cry. <<less

This is not in order...... more>>

Slow update... <<less

Strictly MC or ML rebirth and no transmigration

No description.

"I'm willing to become the stone bridge."... more>>

"Enduring 500 years of the ruthless wind."

"500 years of the burning sun."

"500 years of the freezing rain."

"Just.....to catch a glimpse of you passing by."

Here's a list of romance novels that I personally liked a lot and wanted to share with the people. I personally like a romance that is slow, takes a little bit time to develop and feels natural, not forced

This list mainly includes the following types of romance stories :-

1. Tragic Romance (my personal fav in romance)

2. Heartwarming Romance with family

3. Fluffy romance that makes you squeal

This list excludes the following :- 

1. Yaoi / BL

2. Villainness Tropes

3. Mary Sue / Over the top FL and Beta/Wimpy/Scum ML <<less

Here are some gems which are worth checking out. ... more>>

- Reincarnation / Transmigration

- Imperial / Ducal / Military Romance

- Female Supremacy, Power Couple, Pragmatic Protagonists, Doting Love Interests

- Tragic Past, Second Chance

- Slice of Life, Modern Day

- Wealthy and Famous Characters <<less

i really love historical chinese novels but only those set in nobility/imperial family, some modern world are nice too Strong female leads and loving male leads ONLY( Not all in my list have this trope though)... more>>

these are just the ones i've read, the top ones are my favorite and the bottom ones I haven't read yet <<less

Good reads. Good translation. Some of the things I have included here may not be the best out there but they are entertaining.  Btw, please... more>> disregard the ranking- I randomly add books here.  <<less

And not just romantic love but familial love as well. 

Hello ^^ If you’re searching for all that’s described in the title, you’re at the right place!... more>>

Here are some more details:

>They are more on the romance side than the revenge one.

>No novels focused on cultivation (used as a main plot)

>A lot is about romance and pampering, but I have some (my favourites) where the mc strives for a better life <<less