Waiting for the fruit to ripen…

2023 updated list bio:
variety of genres, including but not limited to: historical, sci-fi, unlimited flow(thriller/horror), xianxia/wuxia/xuanhuan, (e)sports, mystery, psychological, supernatural, slice of life, school life, comedy, transmigration. PLOT HEAVY>>>... more>>

enjoy relatively balanced power dynamics between the two leads - especially in the more enemies to lovers novel e.g. ML insanely obsessive paired with a MC who knows his worth and will beat the sh*t out of ML if he tries anything weird

⚠️ NO MPREG, NO “UWU” MC, NO SEME PROTAGONIST, NO SHITTY TRANSLATION, NO BELOW 4.2 STARS

recs are welcomed!

notw: most reviews r very old and cringe… sorry <<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

✩ A list of horror bl novels at your service! ♡ ～('▽^人) ✩

Prt 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/54466/?ft=yes... more>>

These BL's have left lasting impressions on me in the past years. This list includes the thriller/action/horror/mystery/crime genre. This list is a part of a series classified by genre ; other lists of this series include Ancient Setting novels and  Modern/Futuristic/Transmigration 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/mystery

-Actually thrilling

-Capable MC and ML  (not aggravatingly s*upid and know 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. 

-Good development of all characters--including side characters--as long as the main focus is the main couple.

-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

A compilation of Chrysanthemum Garden BL novels I've read or am currently reading.

Shoes are nice and comfy! ☺️  ... more>>

4.3 or higher!

Some shoes are uncomfortable, so read the tags!!

18+!!                     

Some have Plot+Smut, some only have smut.

I personally like Plot+Smut, so there’s more Plot+Smut. <<less

[Some of these I have not completed (or are ongoing) so the 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.

(Despite the continued list, I am still updating this rec list (as some are still ongoing, and some I have yet to add notes for). <<less

my fav horrorr/tragedy <3 (beautifully written)

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Stuff that are reccomended by my server's collective consciousness, there is not much rhyme or reason or overlaps. Order based on the entry of suggestions, not ranking.... more>>

Continues to https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/51314/?ft=yes <<less

 Just here for the power trip of a smart or cautious mc w clear goal n strong will n determination whether good or bad (bl... more>> version)  <<less

A list of my favorite novels... more>>

Yeahh :)) <<less

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Not in any order, bl novels that I enjoyed reading ... more>>

I’ve read all the books in my list, but I haven’t finished some, I would be rating them according to the translation, frequency, story line and how much I enjoyed it.

Note that the rating is over 10 and almost all if not all will have high rating because this are all books I like and enjoyed reading.

And I’ll be adding book frequently. <<less

BL novels that involve/require MC to solve mysteries/logic puzzles.... more>>

Often include: escape the game type stories, criminal stories, infinite flow, etc <<less

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ONLY based on my own preferences~~~~~

Novels that I read and liked are dumped here. It consists of 100% BL (probably for forever)... more>>

You are welcome to browse through this list, though I would say that not everything may suit your tastes.

I would appreciate more recommendations, if you have any, in the comments.

Enjoy :)
Pt.2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/57693/ 

(I'm waiting for this list to fill up, then I can go add some novels to Pt. 2. For now, it is empty.)

Edit: It's not empty now~ For the dears who want more BL, you're welcome to visit my 2nd BL list (though I admittedly think that the 2nd BL list is not as good as this one :P)

Another Edit: I've noticed that 'Homewrecker System' isn't included in NovelUpdates, but I would still like to mention it as a decent QT BL novel. <<less

Good BLs that are a little less healthy/quality, or too short to judge yet. SF is squick factors, CW is content warnings. If I missed some lmk. Mxtx, Priest, and Meatbun not here bc most ppl know how they feel and I don’t feel like defending my opinion. ... more>>

CURRENTLY BEING REVISED AND NEW LISTS MADE SO I CAN FIT IN EVERYTHING I WANT TO. WILL GET MUCH SHORTER FOR A WHILE BUT I PROMISE IT WILL GET LONGER AGAIN. <<less

Endangered Translated Danmei (UNRANKED) Part 2... more>>

PSW-Protected: CG (Chrysanthemum Garden), DN (Dummy Novels), Foxaholic, RMT (Rainbow Mushroom), TM (Tailor MTL), CGG (Chicken Gege), PP (Peach Pits), PD (Perpetual Daydreams), BT (Betwixted Butterfly)

Copy-Protection Only:  TTL (Travis Translation), SB (Strictly Bromance), ST (Sleepy Translation), ChiChi

Chapters Locked / Website Down:  KK Translates, Rrrrhexia, TPR (The Potato Room), Lianyin

Declared No Action: BlackBoxTL, WST (White Sky), IAB (IAmABanana)

Translators not mentioned are ones that have no announcement regarding this issue, therefore no action unless otherwise noted. But there is still the possibility that the translations might be taken down. <<less

So slow that it will make your heart ache by just reading a line of accidental skinship.... more>>

If you are a fan of torturing yourself through endless hours of waiting and waiting for the romance to bloom, then I'd recommend you to check out these authors that have perfected their craft: 

- Meng Xi Shi

- Jiang Zi Bei

- Mo Xiang Tongxiu

- Mu Su Li

- and of course: Priest <<less

*Rank not in order*... more>>

A bunch of BL collected waiting to complete so I can read ( ╹▽╹ ) <<less

All the novels I've enjoyed reading. Both het and BL, or no romance at all, mostly including books with interesting plot and characters. Most likely,... more>> there will be no noncon, r*pe, or similar questionable stuff.    <<less

Caution: Lots of dark themes so please be careful!!! Extremely mild spoilers as well!!!!!!!
Ranking is decided by how much I cried, not by how good it was because it'll be very hard to decide XD... more>>

The human emotions are depicted so well. They talk a little about the human mind and feelings. Brought me to tears, but they’re so beautiful. Some are lighter, some a little more heavy. The journey to a beautiful romance isn’t easy. Life is complex, and it is bitter and sweet. By the way... the ranking doesn’t really matter. 

I wanted to rank this according to how much I cried, but sorry it doesn't seem to be working XD No worries, it isn't like some sort of dog blood drama. It's just...tragic but with a happy end. It has a lot of sweet, fluffy and funny moments too!!!! in fact, only certain part hurts. Some doesn't hurt as well! In fact,  it was so beautiful and sweet I cried  <<less