I don't like abusive, dog-blood drama, and weak characterization. I don't like Imbalanced Couple where the Seme/Gong is too Overbearing. I don't like weak, femininized, Uninteresting/Lackluster Uke, or bratty/silly Shou whose IQ drop drastically when encountering the Gong.  ... more>>

So these are a few novels with good plots, and mainly consist of interesting MC and good ML I strongly recommend. PLEASE NOTE THAT THE NOVELS IN THIS LIST IS RANDOMLY LISTED WITHOUT FIXED RANKING, and also these are only novels that I HAVE READ. 
This list will randomly be updated if I find another worth noting novel. <<less

Chinese BL novels/manhuas  + some Korean manhwas/novels getting adapted to live action (that I've read/heard of/know of) in 2022 (and some are later)... more>>

Let's read them all before the adaptations are here~~~ 

(01/22 edit: ahaha it might be hard now cuz of that situation with the translators, but at least here's a list for (potential) adaptations) <<less

My comments and ratings on the BEST BL out there that I've read over the past 5 years.  Completed as of January 2024 and will start part 2 list soon. ... more>>

I have a soft spot for strong MCs, unusual relationship dynamics, plotty action, and a well-developed side character cast. I tend to prefer feel-good stories over dark, overly complex ones. These stories don't have everything I like, but they're all great for at least one aspect. 4/5 = like it, 5/5 = love it! MXTX novels not included because they are classics. 

Let me know what you think or if you have MTL recommendations! <<less

The novels here are not finished. We would be happy if a translator sees this list and likes a novel here and starts translating it.... more>> Of course, I want translations of all the novels I have added here, or I will add them here, but the beginning of one is enough to make me happy to death. (I'll add some novels here but you know, I'm a human too, so I can't remember all the quality novels left, so I'd appreciate it if you could help me out in the comments. <<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

This list has all the danmei novels I've read that I gave 4.5 to 5 stars. They are listed in order from highest to lowest.... more>>

Rating system: 1-10 score for each of these categories:

Character — hopefully self-explanatory

Plot — is the plot good and is it well paced?

Language — quality of the writing; may not be super relevant to you, since I'm reading in Chinese

Premise — if you sum it up in 2-3 sentences, does it sound interesting?

Logic — are things believable and consistent within the context of the story?

Interest — basically how willing I am to give up my sleeping time to read the book lol

Then I average all the scores and if it's 9+ it's 5 stars; if it's 8-9, it's 4.5 stars. 

Note: Reading these in Chinese, so I don't know anything about the translation quality or completion status of the translation. <<less

omegaverse, isekai, smut, idk just... korean people

When the translators get your hopes up and then brutally tears them to pieces.... more>>

Welcome, so we can cry all about the tortuously slow updates together.

Things needed to join:

Determination to wait and wait some more

Perseverance even in the face of cliffies

And a comfortable place to read... <<less

I wish there were more works like this around here. ＼(;´□｀)/

You're at the right place if... more>>

↬You're tired of: Non-con | Major power imbalance | Romanticisation of toxic, manipulative, and controlling behaviour. 

↬And you want: Novels that put emphasis on consent | Mutual respect, trust, and understanding between the main cp | Forehead pecks | Character development | Couple growth | Misunderstandings that get resolved through proper communication. 

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Please make sure to first check the tags on these novels before starting them though, as some of them talk about sensitive matters (Mistakenly Saving the Villain for example) 

Also, aside from Saye — which holds a special place in my heart, rest of the list isn't arranged by my personal preferences but rather the covers, as I like to keep my lists colour-coordinated. However, if you were to ask me, my favourite healthy relationships out of these would be — Saye, Mistakenly Saving the Villain, Restricted Area, Heaven Official’s Blessing, and To Rule in a Turbulent World.

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Please let me know if there's more novels with healthy relationships or if I accidentally added a novel which doesn't have one ( ˊᵕˋ ; ) <<less

⚣ my own opinions
⚣ open for recommendations... more>>

★★★★★ - 'REALLY GOOD'

✯✯✯✯✯ - 'PERFECT'

⚣ https://forum.novelupdates.com/threads/bl-shonen-ai-yaoi-novels-recs.84327/ <<less

School life danmei with a good plot and mostly healthy relationships~ ... more>>

Highschoolers  growing up and becoming the best versions of themselves for eachother, healing and experiencing unforgettable memories. *sheds tear

Please recommend me a few as well!

-will update-  <<less

This list contains all the bl novels I have read and or still reading.
The stories are not rank in order so some GEMS could still be found at the lower list.
Most of the novels are COMPLETELY translated or either ALMOST COMPLETE and can be mtled.... more>>

All novels are rank 4.0 and up in novelupdates.

Enjoy reading! <3 <<less

Romance that started in school. Couples that met and grew through school.

Keep in mind that I also have finished many thai novels that aren't available on this site ! 

List of danmeis that threw me off orbit, rated and given commentaries by a picky reader. ... more>>

Rating components: 50% romance / chemistry / dynamic, 20% technical writing, 20% MC and ML characterizations, 10% plot. Reviews may contain spoilers (rest assured, I will put a warning).  

Edit: Added a song recommendation to some novels for funsies xD <<less

If you would tell me the heart of a man, tell me not what he reads, but what he rereads.

Just the ones that caught my eye or were recommended frequently. Will have to look into them later, so PLEASE NOTE that I have not vetted all of these or anything! Many are ongoing, but there are also quite a few that are completed.... more>>

This may be a good source for people who want some novels that are not typically suggested, which is exactly what I was looking for.  <<less

(Some of these novels are ongoing, and some I have not completed, so this list is subject to change at ANY time)... more>>

Notes contain mini introductions of the MC (with information from the first few chapters) and what I like about them. I also add novels that have potential to be great reads with promising MCs. But if they repeatedly annoy me, they are off the list. <<less

it refers to character's personality, the way they interact with each other, or the situation they got in. The end goal is, such shamelessness creating... more>> a good laugh. Even if the the story itself is full of angst or something, the shamelessness keeps you sane and laugh, so you look forward to what kind of things will happen next due to this. This is a list that contains such characteristic in a story. Mostly BL since that's what I read the most. If you have any suggestion, feel free to drop comments. Mutuals are appreciated. <<less

4-5 stars hun i dont lie ... more>>

ALL HE SO DONT WORRY!!!! <<less

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See title lol ;) ... more>>

Also don't judge me for not reading some of these!!! Sigh I like hoarding the good novels and reading the tr*sh. Cries. 

Also this list is compiled of completed works and also not fully translated novels.  <<less

my top faves!... more>>

please note that even though they're written as "complete" some of these have published books and hence may have hidden links or groups may have dropped translations! so please rmbr that ^____^ <<less

I have hardcore tastes. If any of the sisters and brothers out there have a similar liking...feel free to visit~