MC/ML spends most of the novel married to the Emperor in an historical setting. ... more>>

I honestly feel like there should be more of these. Where's all my BL harem face-slapping at? <<less

A list of best xianxia, wuxia, xuanhuan and historical novels in my opinion. ... more>>

Power couples, angst, lots of pining and slow-burn. <<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

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can't stop going back and reading them again and again, that's how good they are

After reading war prisoner, I have a thirst for stories with the Male empress genre ( with happy endings *wink). So this is my list so far.... more>>

P.S - I traditionally avoid anything with a whiff of a sad ending, since I've always been the optimistic type who feeds off of happy endings to survive.

P.P.S - I added only the good ones. If the story is not good or boring I put notes underneath. and the ones that are not worth reading, well I didn't add them. <<less

Josei, Yaoi... more>>

Historical novels, some Eastern based, some Western based

Some focus on palace/harem intrigue and politics, some just have historical background  <<less

Includes og, classic, and goat novels of certain genres and novels with cliche, old school themes ... more>>

- includes Mary and Gary sues; cheesy aspects; web novels; simple plotlines <<less

Lots of scheming and imperial drama with exceptionally 'wise' emperors, more often than not. ... more>>

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Gay, gay, gay, gay. Just some bl novels i’d recommend. May contain:... more>>

Yandere/Possessive Ml or Mc

Rape

Smut

Age gap

Fluff

And other tags. The romance may not be the main focus, but its watching youಠ_ಠ.

Random themes and scenarios. In no particular order. <<less

Angst is mandatory... more>>

HE is required

Here’s to the sadomasochists~!  <<less

Since my first list is empty -which really is a shame- this is the second part of my list! ... more>>

Bl, Danmei and Yaoi lovers welcome! Although the list is about book that I am currently reading -and personally I prefer my first one- but still! It takes everything to make a world!  <<less

king/ emperor / duke/ marques / prince and his lover

From my limited experience and knowledge, some of the best or most unique plots, storylines and/or writing in BL.... more>>

Or, I just really really like them, and hope you will find them just as enjoyable as I did.

 In no particular order, but my favourites and biggest recs are definitely near the top. <<less

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Normal ancient setting, mostly with some royalty trope or wuxia elements. No immortality included. ... more>>

Everything is 1v1, HE <<less

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List of my Read and To-Read novels categorized roughly as Cultivation and Ancient.... more>>

Rating on a "relative" scale of my personal enjoyment (Not Objective)

4: Favorite. 3: Liked. 2: Ok. 1: Meh. 0: Didn't like/Didn't finish. N/a: To Read <<less

For a change... let's read a book with a not so goodlooking MC, shall we?

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History of the BL novels I read ( ◜‿◝ )♡

Looking for completed BL novels? ~ Mate you're in the right track. Enjoy~

Different types of BL <3... more>>

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