this list mostly contains novels that I enjoy and the common denominator in all these novels is tragedy and suffering like if that is something... more>> you don't like then don't proceed further <<less

Recently I have been back into my Chinese drama phase and I have noticed how many of my favorite novels have been adapted to drama so here we go listing all the source novels for these dramas. ... more>>

I will also mention some dramas that are upcoming or yet to be broadcasted those would be specified too.

Every drama mentioned here has been subbed in English.

To know the legal sites to watch these dramas I will be mentioning which all are available on YouTube(most dramas are available to watch for free only Iqiyi dramas need VIP to watch the rest of the episodes ) mostly it will be Iqiyi , Youku , Tencent (WeTv) , Mango channel , Hunan TV (all these channels are there on YouTube )otherwise some of them are available in Viki or Netflix to know alternative legal streaming sites please check My drama list .  com 

Also for Iqiyi you will have to pay memberships fees to watch dramas after the first 2 free episodes.

If you guys do like the list and want more of these in the future please do like , follow and comment below Thank you

Any other additions to this list are welcomed. <<less

All high-quality novels or short stories set in real Chinese history. No transmigration, no supernatural elements, no alternate history, with spotlight on characters based off... more>> real people. Truly a list for hardcore history fans or those who desire pain.  <<less

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- Rated 4.4+
- BG.
- Pretty regular updates.
- A decent amount of chapters already translated.
- Overall good first impression (cover photo/synopsis/reviews).... more>>

EDIT: 6 out of the list is completed! YAY <<less

Basically my list of all the new stars of the genre! Happy reading :D ... more>>

Rating:  ❤️❤️❤️ To-die-for      ❤️❤️ Greatly entertaining                       ❤️ Enjoyable 
The novels are not all historical though.

For more, my all times "Best historical novels" list is here: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/19039/ <<less

I have read an enjoyed every single one of these. Some are happy , a bit generic but well written, while others are heartbreaking but... more>> still an incredible pieces  of literature.  Either way do give them a try  <<less

Tragedies that leave an empty feeling after reading.... more>>

Some makes you cry your heart 
Some makes your feel sad
Some just leaves a void

Comment below, if you know such more novels  <<less

shedding tears, ugly crying, not being able to get out of bed for a whole week bc of the depression, u name it, you'll be able to find it here :') (and with spicy reviews too !!!!)... more>>

tragedy tag tragedy tag tragedy tag angst angst angst (;´༎ຶД༎ຶ`)

ones w/ desc added = read ✓ [bxg rec list]

!!!! warning: minor spoilers in descriptions ty :) <<less

cuz I am bored... more>>

Also note that you can skip intro in iqiyi! <<less

Romances I like that take place in the Emperor’s and Prince’s palaces

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Novels which are an AMAZING read. May involve a lot of face slapping , scheming and manipulative characters

[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

Novels set in ancient China (or resembling it), featuring female protagonists that I like for being strong in their own ways.

To read or not to read; that is the question. The continuation . . .