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

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

Mystery solving, mind numbing questions, ghosts and late night stories, thrilling adventures with a little bit of sweet romance. What more can I ask for? ... more>>

The list is in no particular order. 4.0+ ratings. 

P/S: Some of the recommendations don't have any comments on it because they have too few translated chapters but they have great potential. I'll edit it later once the translators upload more chapters.  <<less

I mostly like BLs which have action, fantasy or adventure genre in them. I haven't read all of them, and just added whatever pleased my eyes. 
So, if you have that kinda taste, then enjoy! ... more>>

The list is not properly edited by the best and all, because I'm lazy.......yeah. <<less

Collections of interesting BL/Yaoi/DanMei that is reread worthy in my personal opinion.... more>>

In general I avoid tragedy. I read for fun, not to torture myself LoL. I've read all the following series to the end, guaranteed HE. <<less

(Updated: 11/23/23) BL novels make up a bottomless chasm that you can’t hope to get out of…... more>>

*No particular order; I don't like ranking*

**Part 2 of list is out**

My preferred taste is FLUFFY, but I also sport for the occasional angst & tearjerker novel. Modern stories are personally easier to digest. Historical or xianxia/cultivation stories are loaded with Chinese references & I can easily get lost. However, they can be very poetic & beautiful, which is why I bear the pain of treading carefully. Unlimited flow is a fun pastime at the cost of my brain cells.  <<less

why do you even look for knife bro. treasure your life more. treasure your kokoro more. QAQ... more>>

Warning:
- I don't read BE (some might be BE-ish tho :haroldface:)
- I only add titles where I've experienced the knife, or know there would be knife for sure (ex: mudaoli's novel)
- degree of knife sharpness varies for each person. you might agree with this list, you might not. 
- I have low pain tolerance :haroldface: 

my scale of pain, ranged from 'not really hurts' to 'it haunts me every time I see kite': 
1-3: wooden rice spoon (getting hit by one hurts okay)
4-6: paper cut (hidden but suddenly you feel pain)
7-8: knife. be wary. 
9: you're almost ascending via 刀道
10: machete. you've already reached godhood of 刀道. congratulations.  <<less

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

BL stories that have hooked my attention. Strong characters, good plot, and writing. [Part 1/2]
Part 2 of list has been started: Alluring BL Stories
Waiting for updates: Glory C.150... more>>

5/5 | LOVE the storyline and the translation. Will Re-read
4.5/5 | ADORE the storyline and the translation. Might Re-read
4/5 | Great Read. 
3.5/5 | Good Read. Some themes or translations might not be completely my cup of tea.
(Anything below won't be on this list) <<less

I’ve noted the books I’ve finished. Most of these have full, non-MLT translations. Note: my ratings can be VERY! HARSH! as I rate them in relation to one another, so please take that into account! ... more>>

Additionally, I am not including short stories under 20 chapters unless I have read them (it’s too tedious).

Suggestions are appreciated as I’m bored and running out of content:/ <<less

Galaxy life, the future or world hopping 

Just the good stuff I’ve read over the years. Fair warning, it is mostly danmei. I’ll try my best to read other genres.... more>>

not in any order** <<less

i filtered out some novels to read later, hopefully they dont disappoint. my filtering only goes so far but i hope my list is devoid... more>> of shit. <<less

Edit: I will no longer update this list. For more recommendations, please refer to my other list “golden collection”... more>>

Books I found  good enough to be called fantastic. Warning: Some books may have triggering/disturbing content. Please read the tags before reading. 

In no specific order. Ratings: 1-6 <<less

* Random genres... more>>

* All HE

* Some novels I haven't read yet but think that they might be good because of the description, rating, and reviews.

*I believe all of the novels in this list are slow romance, and also love interest falls in love first.

*Most are shou protagonist, few(1-3) are gong protagonist (I think). <<less

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

■ TAGS: Apocalypse, Aristocracy, Game Elements, [Quick] Transmigration, Real Life, Time Travel... more>>

■ Good Plot, World-building, Characterization, Character Development—Check! Natural and Sweet/Bittersweet Development of the Main Couple's Relationship—*chef's kiss~* Sign me up!

■ Alphabetical order; Not Ranked; Not all have been Completely Translated

■ List Not Completed; Will be adding more as I find and read more masterpieces— Recommend me some! <<less

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These are high ranking novels in popularity

My favourite  horror/unlimited flow/transmigrations bl novels. ... more>>

MC usually a shou

 Many novels have slowburn/late romance.

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shou=bottom/uke

gong=top/seme

MC=main character

ML= male lead

CP=couple <<less

BL novels i've finished reading

Continuation of the first one. Will try to update until it reaches 100 again. Feel free to leave any suggestions in the comments and I'll... more>> add them. <<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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BL with more dark undertones to the plot.  (But don't worry there's a HE) ... more>>

Genres include horror, unlimited-flow, supernatural, and post-apocalyptic.  <<less