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

These novels are those that I deemed worthy of being called one of the High/Top Tier BL novels out here. ... more>>

There are also novels here that aren't BL but I still included them (in the list and in the comment box) to bring such masterpieces to your attention.

Also, those with a ⭐ are the ones that occupy a space in my heart! They are very special to me and I will read them over and over again!

10/08/2023. I will arrange my lists in the future! So excited!

01/29/2024. Making a second shelf! Link: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/85506/?ft=yes <<less

All of these are, IMO, must-reads. Hands-down some of the best novels here. I've also included my own personal ratings and opinions of each of these novels. Well-written stories, great plots, characters, etc. I have relatively high standards for these to be my favorites, so these are all really high quality. I can't recommend them enough! coincidentally, all of them also have very high ratings (4.3-4.8)... more>>

Actively being updated. I haven't finished writing reviews/ratings for all of them yet, but I will in time. Meant to be ordered by highest personal ratings -> lowest personal ratings, but haven't had time to fix it yet. These are also my own opinions and feelings regarding each novel, so they won't be particularly eloquent, and you can definitely disagree. It's just me rambling.

Also added some ones I haven't read but will read and I know i will love. Feel free to recommend any danmei too!

...somehow, this also turned into a list of danmei I also want to read, not just a review of the ones I've read. I really can't control myself from looking for good danmei. Though, I'm sure I'll get to reviewing all of these someday <<less

Just BL without the stereotypical overbearing, abusive, rapist ML. Naturally they also have to be good reads (though this is subjective) to make this list. ... more>>

If you feel like something should or shouldn't be included in this list, let me know and I'll review the story in question. The books are in no particular order. <<less

haven't read this all BUT this is basically my ongoing list so this is also for me as well HAHA ヾ(*'▽'*) these are very well-recommended... more>> to me so I wanna share these to you guys!!! (⌒ω⌒)ﾉ ps: i'm not really sure if this is ACTUALLY underrated but i just haven't seen that much people talk about this so here you go!!! | 4.5 stars and above and in NO particular order <<less

It's always nice to take a break from heavier novels and read something fluffy and light-hearted.  Better yet if it's high quality fluff. So here ya go. This list is also a part of a series classified by genre (because I have too many novel to fit otherwise) ; other lists of this series include Thriller/Action, QT/Modern, and Ancient Setting novels. I tried to include both known and unknown novels to give more diversity to the reading list. ... more>>

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

-No/little plot holes 

-Not aggravatingly weak or s*upid MC

-In most cases, a respectful, long legged, hot asf ML

-Makes me smile and blush

-Don't have that many requirements for fluff....because well...it's fluff. It's not supposed to be deep. 

 ****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 (most likely the unread ones). But it's not bad to explore out of your comfort zone. 

PSSS. FME= novel has been added regardless of NU rating because it looks like it has potential or/and the reviews love it. <<less

Exactly as the name entails, BL.... more>>

Consists of transmigration, reborn etc. If it's BL it's here.

Have to add that I have a preference for transmigration and usually avoid slowburn romance, so if you want a slow paced novel, it's not here sweetie

Ranking based on:

Plot- Whether plot makes sense, and foreshadowing is given closure. All around just entertaining, and doesn't feel like a chore to read.

Characters- If the characters are fu cking tr*sh, the novel is tr*sh, 'nough said.

Translation quality- Many idioms in chinese novels tend to fly over people's head. And if the translator doesn't have an apt website, I will also find it a hassle to read. <<less

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

My latest favorite BL manhua  ENNEAD https://manhuascan.com/manga-ennead-mature.html... more>>

MangaTwittering Birds Never Fly    囀る鳥は羽ばたかない

Acid town  アシッドタウン

[PSYCHE Delico] cherry strawberry vanilla  チョコストロベリー バニラ; 草莓的忧郁 

INU MO KUWANAI    犬も喰わない; 狗都懒得理

 TOUROU NO ORI    蟷螂の檻

UNFATHER    언파더 

KOKORO O KOROSU HOUHOU    心を殺す方法

Royal servant  ロイヤル・サーヴァント

AT THE END OF THE ROAD   그 끝에 있는 것

MORITAT   모리타트

HITORIJIME MY HERO   ひとりじめマイヒーロー

Hogu Hagyeongsu (An Easy Target)      호구 하경수

Ten Count     テンカウント

CASTE HEAVEN    カーストヘヴン

Gift (ICHINOSE YUMA) <<less

this list is for the novels that i've finished reading, that you might like and i want to recommend to you (i might include some that i couldn't finish because ...(╥⁠﹏⁠╥⁠))... more>>

note: you're safe here, not much angst cause my heart can't bare it

my ratings: no more ratings because your dear author is very lazy but everything here is perfect, amazing, good and decent. ╮⁠(⁠.⁠ ⁠❛⁠ ⁠ᴗ⁠ ⁠❛⁠.⁠)⁠╭ <<less

i need to clear my bookmarks... more>>

includes [almost any genre except for gl and apocalypse]:

- mlm

- flm

- tragedy (bcs i love to hurt myself) 

- slice of life

- smut

- brainrot dogfood

- historical xianxia and politics

- modern day 

untranslated novels not on this website will be in the comment section

Pt 2 of my list: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/70987/ <<less

Just masterpieces I’ve gathered up. Mostly non toxic relationship, decent characters, and good storyline. It won’t feel like you’re wasting your time reading it.

More actively reading raws lately though, I put them in the comment. Things that made me laugh, although just some parts. Going down the list... more>> will get more mixed in with books that might only be funny at a glance. <<less

(Mostly) BL novels that I can't put down at all while reading. I can't ever be bored reading them. In no particular order, they're all... more>> novels I love. (All are HE. No BE in this household.) <<less

THESE ARE THE MOST AMAZING BOOKS i have ever laid my eyes on! 

Compilation of my personal top rated

My list of danmei novels that I truly love, with amazing plot and world building, interesting characters, and good translations! ... more>>

I really like unique stories so I try my best to find stories with unusual and refreshing plots that are different, though sometimes clichéd and trope-ish stories will be included if executed well, also since it’s kind of my guilty pleasure ʅ（◞‿◟）ʃ 

I really enjoy tragedies with happy endings, psychological and angst so be prepared for dog blood in some of them! I include both popular and underrated stories, though I’m definitely trying to dig around the more underrated ones I’ve read and newly discovered ones to recommend.

I’m a very picky reader so I don’t add stories frequently, but still regularly so!!

I update this list when I find a book i enjoy extremely!! <<less

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 It's too wide of a range to specify a particular type, just that they are all BL's. Most are completely translated, some aren't.

this list includes modern danmei novels that will make you smile :))

Since I don't have any new space in my former BL list, here is the new one!! ... more>>

I'll add every new novel that I've recently found and judged as an amazing one~  (人*´∀｀)｡*ﾟ+

PS: I like almost every genre, so I guess everyone can find something for themselves here haha <<less

Just some novels that I highly recommend checking out/ I find interesting.... more>>

 :)

I will try to update with recent gems that I find so you guys can check them out too!

P.S Leave some recommendations, I need more novels to bingeeeee. <<less

I read to escape from the harsh reality of life (ง︡’-'︠)ง... more>>

If you also love to indulge in some delicious dog food 24/7, then you will enjoy this list of novels ᕙ(`▿´)ᕗ

I may not be the best at expressing myself, but I will do my best to write reviews that show you the depth and beauty of the novels I read (҂◡̀_◡́)ᕤ

PS If you've read novels like these pleaseeee recommend me some ≧◡≦

PS2 I ordered them based on the dog food score (based on my own opinion) but there's no specific order when it comes to novels with the same score <3

PS3 some have very healthy and fluffy romance and great plot but there's less 'dog food' in them so they happen to be near the end of the list but I genuinely believe in the healthiness and sweetness of every couple that I put on this list T.T <<less

You know these, characters doing absolutely ridiculous stuff that leaves the others speechless, comical situations, hilarious misunderstandings etc.... more>>

Also, I really can't handle second hand embarrassment well so most of these stories doesn't depend on second hand embarrassment for comedy.

 I'm open to any recommendations! <<less

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