Note: All novels are rated above 4* and you can be rest assured to find some hidden gems here >o^... more>>

Okay, let's be realistic everyone~ ^v^ Human beings are not of the same mold, shape or size hence everyone's bound to have different preferences in some kind of form. Therefore, here I dutifully present to you my collection of novels that have had made the most impression on me and I can only hope that you may find THE ONE from this list.

PS. I personally love good quality reads that has a decent plot line and good character developments, as well as great translation work lest I have to destroy my brain cells haha Xd <<less

Prt 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/37919/?st=1... more>>

High Quality BL (slightly more serious) reads set in modern/futuristic setting--or perhaps jumps between time through transmigration. This list is 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, Fluff, and Ancient Setting novels. I tried to include both known and unknown novels to give more diversity to the reading list. 

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). If not capable, at least not s*upid. 

-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.

 ****I have also included BL novels that have high expectations from me. The higher the expectations, the higher the stars (purely subjective, take it with a grain of salt). 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. Though not fluff, there will be some Feel Good (have more of a plot) novels here. <<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

Novels translated by Chrysanthemum Garden translation team. For novels I've read, I put on higher list and give a bit comment.
Their translation is good and the pace also great. And many enjoyable story there.... more>>

Due to the limitation of the list, I delete some novels which has rating less than 4.1

Due to the limitation of the list, I put the short stories on another list: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/35706/

> Totally recommended: super duper good great story that you'll regret if not read it
> Recommended: a good story with good plot and has certain charm
> Average: not a bad story but has an average plot or some generic stuff but still good
> Not my cup of tea: I wont say it bad, but it's not my taste. Feel free to try to read it tho :) <<less

Only the ones which are completely translated.... more>>

Check out my other list for incompleted yet readable via Google translation or mtl novels : Pampering, doting partner BL 2.0

https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/42970/?ft=yes <<less

let's discuss below about the novels !!! (｡•̀ᴗ-)✧ i just really want more people to at least know these stories BECAUSE i think they deserve more... more>> attention because some barely even reach 1000 reads  !?!?!,,, and also please suggest on the comments since i'll be adding on this list daily :D <<less

I've been reading chinese BL novels for more than 2 years now and this is the first time i'm creating a recommendation list lmao. I finally realised that with the amount of BL novels i've read if i don't make a list now i'll really end up forgetting about some of the absolute gems i've read here.... more>>

Anyways, here you go. Some of the high quality BL i've read. Most are completely translated and the ones that haven't been translated completely can be MTL'ed.

I will admit not all of these own me of course. I'm just making this to keep track of things I've read, I might've missed some, I'll add them as I remember or read further. <<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.

All types of questions BL novels I’ve read. Most of them I loved/really really liked, some were fine and some were meh. Just look through and find something to your liking. ... more>>

 (all with Happy End; I rate them 1-6) <<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

fake, arranged, flash, forced, contract marriage. Marriage of Convenience, cohabitation, anything forced, etc I'm interested in or like

Here are some completed bl novels with happy endings! I don't like sad endings so here are my recommended novels with "HAPPILY EVER AFTER". Basically, you can find everything except a tragic end.  *.*... more>>

MIND YOU SOME ARE WEIRD WITH NO SENSE OF STORY OR PLOT AT ALL!     ;P

SOME TAGS:       #MMORPG #gamers #gaming #online_romance #chinesebl #ancientchina #ancient_times #marriage #forced_marriage #contract_marriage #system_administrator #multiple_worlds #mpreg #omegaverse #superpowers #supernatural #zombie #non-human_protagonist #sci-fi #interstellar_era #rebirth #reincarnation #transmigration #cultivation #love-interest-falls-in-love-first #comedy #entertainment_circle #drama #revenge <<less

These are the novels which couple get together in first half of the novel or maybe already in a relationship.... more>>

No slow burn <<less

No description.

These contain BL novels which are completed, If you have any suggestions please tell me.I mean you can just use series finder and find the... more>> same things but just in case. <<less

[*This list already completed its 100 novel limit. Thus I have created a 2nd once for the same. If interested you can check that out  Gentleman/Considerate Boyfriend (BL) 2.0 https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/46710/?ft=yes *]... more>>

The ML is gentleman and considerate; dots upon his partner; respects him & his decisions; supportive. They can be jealous, possessive or a bit rough in bed (consensual, obviously) but they contain all the above mentioned qualities as well.

I found many MLs who maybe doting but are kinda jerk to their partners or too much bully or tease. They are good in their own terms too but I still like the well behaved type. <<less

SOCIETY HAS PROGRESSED past the need for MCs who misunderstand everything
and for BG charas who only exist to talk about how perfect he is.... more>>

ALL 4 STARS and above.

i also try to avoid the internalised h*mophobia trope, bc imagine how tired we are

[REGULARLY UPDATED] <<less

All the completed novels on Chrysanthemum Garden's Website (as of 2024.02.26) pgs 1-part of 6... more>>

Please check Part 2 for the rest of the completed novels https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/76167/  <<less

This list includes novel in which couple is married early on or arrange marriage. Romance is mostly after the marriage. Cultivating feelings slowly. Some of them have engaged couples.
I have only included the ones I have read.... more>>

If you have novel recommendation(s) please comment.

¶¶All the 'incomplete translation' novels were read via Google translator¶¶ so all of them are readable unless marked as 'Not read' or 'dropped'. <<less

Short novels with under 150 chapters. Mostly bl and romance, with real few that is not. Quality guaranteed, negative points can still be acceptable (actually, no but yes but you can handle it). Sad endings not included.... more>>

I don't know what you guys don't like so I'm gonna put the negatives in it and you decide if it's acceptable or not.

This is Part 2 of the list: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/26079/

This is for the completed long novels: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/25844/ <<less

Collating and sharing titles I'm interested in for easy reference

A Collection of Chinese yaoi and shounen-ai in various genres. All of them are in Alphabet orders not ranked. ... more>>

Transmigration, Reincarnation, Reborn, Rebirth..etc.

Drama, Comedy, Sci-fi, Slice-of-life, Mature, Horror, Romance..etc.

Modern Day, Entertainment. Apocalypse, Sports, Xianxia..etc

Novels, Games, Systems, Another world, Multiple Realms,...etc

Cunning, Calm, Cold, Clever, Confident protagonist...etc

Possessive, Obsessive, Arrogant, Shameless, Yandere...etc

Demons, Gods, Monsters, Beasts, Zombies, Dragons...etc

Enemies to Lovers, Weak to strong, Poor to Rich...etc.

Some of the links are dead so just copy the website link that I commented on and search on google/chrome or somewhere that you prefer. I hope you guys find something that suits your taste in this list. Anyways Happy Reading guys!! <<less

I read hundreds BL novel on novelupdates and now dare to make this list. The greatest, most wonderful BL novel to read :))

From childish bickering, petty actions, to sweet pampering, this list contains enemies to lovers troope, or couples with identities where the partner is supposedly the other’s enemies. Hope you enjoy! ... more>>

- 1v1, HE

- Includes: enemies to lovers; mistaken identities; people in the novel assume they’re enemies; in the original storyline, the characters were supposed to be enemies, but works out differently; or stereotypically considered to be enemies in society due to their identity, but novel contradicts the stereotype <<less

my favorite bl novels, including QT, Transmigration, Modern BL, Historical, Interstellar, ABO, Apocalypse, tragedy, etc ....... more>>

almost all are completed and fully translated

*novels are not arranged in any order. some novels can be added or removed. <<less