✨Only the cream of the crop ✨ All the (mostly) historical novels which have proven to stand the test of time a.k.a survived  my endless nitpicking, fluctuating moods and multiple re-read. So yeah, pretty strong novels.... more>>

PS: The others novels I liked, but not enough to be featured here, are in my yearly "New Favorite Historical Romances" lists. <<less

These are my favorite novels with transmigration, reincarnation and second chances as main themes*. I like slice of life, slow romance stories with good world-building... more>> and MCs who are calm, intelligent, not cruel and not too OP (if at all).  
I enjoyed reading the novels in this list but they may not be what I would typically like as mentioned above. Suggestions welcome. <<less

i don't believe in the glorification of mu*der but i do believe in the empowerment of women

These are totally loved, must reads 

No description.

I've included brief feedbacks for each story. (Some of these are hits, others are flops, and some are just okay.) ... more>>

*Both BG & BL stories*

Easy to MTL & Completed (unless mentioned otherwise in notes) <<less

These are the smut novels I've read that I expected to be just smut... But I was pleasantly surprised. The plot is great and it's... more>> very exciting to read  <<less

I am always  looking for MC's who seem who I can relate with or find endearing. So this is the list of my favorite MC's.... more>>

There can be both men and women MC. Also I am going to add summary later. <<less

Drizzling chemistry, Hot steamy smexy scenes between leads sexually loyal to each other. 

A list about normal, non-OP reincarnated/transmigrated females trying to survive in realistic, ancient society. (Feel free to recommend on what should go on to the list) ... more>>

- can or cannot be in Ancient Times

- OP as loose term, mostly meaning no superpowers and always winning/outsmarting everyone

- preferably with a slice of life atmosphere <<less

A list for whenever I get tired of ever so gentle, proper and harmless FLs.

My reading list and rereading list for historical novel. Historical as in nobles, monarchs, and/or chinese dinasties. Majorities are reincarnation and transmigration. Not all of them regarding revenge.... more>>

If you have recommendation, please leave it in comment. I would be happy to read your recommendation.

I have part 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/6824/ <<less

 best ones here on novelupdates that i have read so far......P.S. i have been reading stories here since forever.....P.S.S. they are not in any particular... more>> order...... <<less

The stories that I had to drop because I was sure to die from anger and frustration

Im a very picky reader and these novels are one of my favs with great plot, character development, characterization with no s*upid ML or FL, accompanied with reasonable ability and way of thinking, and of course the plus points are its great cover, lol.... more>>

Mostly highly rated, >4.0 <<less

Try some of the stories i've read so far..some novels were not that popular, give it a try.i will  add more novels and keep it... more>> updated. Follow and check out my other list of (Popular Novels for Newbies) & (Desires of the Heart part 2 & 3 ) as well in my profile,thanks. <<less

I just love love love slice of life, and nobody does it better than these Chinese Novels. These are the historical C-novels that I feel are really worth re-reading. ... more>>

May quality ang reading experience.  <<less

A bit of transmigration, rebirth and learning from past mistakes! Oh, and revenge too lol

I read a lot of historical romance so I'm a bit fussy, well-written leads (who have chemistry) and a decent plot are a must!  Also, cliche tropes are fun once in a while but I prefer things that are a bit more unique.... more>>

This list will include some spicy ones... <<less

I hate the smut parts but well [Physical aspect], but playing with feelings is my cup of tea ^^... more>>

Manga

Twittering 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

ENNEAD

AT THE END OF THE ROAD   그 끝에 있는 것

MORITAT   모리타트

THAT SUMMER  (KIM HYUN)       그 해 여름

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)
Hare-kon

My girlfriend's ex-boyfriend

Waiting list

I'm sorry, I'm cold here [Quick wear]        不好意思，在下冷淡[快穿] <<less

If you're taking a long break for yourself & just wanted to lay down and do nothing but read. 
Well, then you can check them out here ;)... more>>

*WARNING*: They are for smutty reads only. The stories the below are Rated R18+ and For Adults Only.
There are mostly more than 50 chapters - (mixture of Complete & On-going stories).

And if you're looking for quick & fun and short reading (R18+); please check out my other listing.

P/S : On-Going .. Adding more listing soon ;) <<less

Novels of different genres that contain romance and that I enjoy/enjoyed ... more>>

P.s. I tried to keep completed ones at the top but they aren't listed by favorites  <<less

I like to think I'm rather picky with my novels.

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

PART 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/41941/ <<less

A list of novels where the female/male lead doesn't fall in love but still have many men surround her/him