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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

[NOT RANKED]... more>>

I'm tired of the double standards, third parties, unnecessary drama, scumbags etc. This list features extremely devoted couple! 1v1 HE. Totally safe to read. 

Gong (Seme) and Shou(Uke) are each others first & only s*xual partner; first & only love.  (Either it's explicitly mentioned, mentioned by the author, mentioned between the lines, or assumed in some cases if no other partners/ prior experience is mentioned). No exes, cinnabar moles, substitutes etc. 

No other partners in case of a seperation or breakup. 

No getting r*ped/ assaulted/ kissed/ mol*sted by passerbys or supporting leads. No love triangles or leading others on. If there's a harem it should be dismissed by the end. If either Gong or Shou are actors, then they should be the type that doesn't do intimate scenes. 

No kids involving other women (surrogacy). No marriage of convenience with other woman. 

P.S I only have requirements for the main cp. 

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I'll try my best to eventually mark the details...

PART 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/80741/ <<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

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

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All of these are, IMO, must-reads. Hands-down some of the best novels here. I've also included my own personal ratings and opinions of each of these novels. Well-written stories, great plots, characters, etc. I have relatively high standards for these to be my favorites, so these are all really high quality. I can't recommend them enough! coincidentally, all of them also have very high ratings (4.3-4.8)... more>>

Actively being updated. I haven't finished writing reviews/ratings for all of them yet, but I will in time. Meant to be ordered by highest personal ratings -> lowest personal ratings, but haven't had time to fix it yet. These are also my own opinions and feelings regarding each novel, so they won't be particularly eloquent, and you can definitely disagree. It's just me rambling.

Also added some ones I haven't read but will read and I know i will love. Feel free to recommend any danmei too!

...somehow, this also turned into a list of danmei I also want to read, not just a review of the ones I've read. I really can't control myself from looking for good danmei. Though, I'm sure I'll get to reviewing all of these someday <<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

This list contains a lot of spicy, thrilling and action-packed stories. Most characters are tough, bold and aggressive.... more>>

Enjoy your daily dose of manly, rough and furious men! <<less

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This list is based on the most popular novels in JJWXC, the Top Web Novel site in China for BL.... more>>

Intriguing Plot, Memorable Characters, Heart-Warming Relationships and Fantastic World Building.

Top Authors: Priest, Mu Su Li, Wu Zhe, Huai Shang, Man Man He Qi Duo, Xi Zi Xu, MXTX, Candy Bunny, Jiang Zi Bei, Yi Shi Si Zhou, Mu Gua Huang, Fei Tian Ye Xiang, Yan Liang Yu, Lu Ye Qian He, Merry Bookworm, Long Qi, Yu Xiao Lan Shan, Yue Xia Die Ying, Meng Xi Shi, Tang Jiu Qing, Meat Bun <<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

Most promising novels that I'm excited to read this year! 《《o(≧◇≦)o》》

Apparently, I have a thing for characters who are shameless and good at getting what they want. Especially gong who are pe*verted and enjoy teasing shou LOL. Got to admit, they make things hella entertaining ლ(⌒▽⌒ლ).... more>>

Rating is for novels I finished reading. Recommendations are appreciated! <<less

Chinese | Japanese | KoreanThis list contains worth noting BL novels that are recently complete in translation here in novelupdates. All novels are rated 4.0 and up.... more>>

Link to Part 1: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/77091/

Other List: 

[BL] Novels I can't get off my mind / 3 am binge reads https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/76801/

[BL] Interesting Novels Waiting List / Unique Ongoing Gems https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/77144/ <<less

At least a 4.4 rating at the time of collation.  ... more>>

part 2 - https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/11571/?ft=yes <<less

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

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

Part 2: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/64452/... more>>

Most of the novels I read have complete proper translations so if the red completed tag isn't there, that means there is a quality translation somewhere on the internet, it just isn't linked here in NU for REASONS. 

So just search it up because I'm too lazy to edit every novel description QAQ (maybe I will still eventually do that in the future tho). 

I will also try my best to indicate those I MTLed, but they should all be with many chapters released already (maybe some are even completed now bcs a few of these I read a long time ago), I just google translated the last 15 chapters or so. 

Hope I help some of you find good novels to read. In alphabetical order for now, will sort later~ <<less

You can check my list 2 which I'm currently working on and will update as I keep reading on.

Here are the BL that I enjoy reading and re-reading for the nth times .

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

These are all CN novels that I would like to recommend. I finished reading some of them and still finding the right time to read the other novels. I find them quite interesting with the description and reviews so I decided to share it will all of you. No ranking order.... more>>

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Enjoy Reading!  <3 <<less

I will also give information about its sources and will add additional information, if any.... more>>

( you must know that Mangadex isn't in a situation to use. you can read manhuas on Mangago which i add Mangadex tags on "manhua tl sources". ) <<less

my favourite danmei novels, unranked. good stuff!