2023 reading list [chronological] ... more>>

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a list of crematorium/wife-chasing/gong regret/scum gong novels ft. some with misunderstandings! i wanted an angst tag but there isn't one ;; if you have any suggestions, i'd love to hear them in the comments! included are also some novels that aren't necessarily crematorium but may still make your heart hurt (in a good way) from the misunderstandings and relationships!... more>>

the wife-chasing novels follow a general pattern of: MC loves ML but ML treats MC badly and/or does not reciprocate > something happens to MC, such as death, amnesia, sickness, or he falls out of love with ML > ML belatedly realizes his feelings > ML tries to chase the MC and win him back

please do mind the tags of some of the novels, as some of them are BE! <<less

[1/6] a list of BL's I actually read at least 75% through + the on going ones that i really like! LOTS of BL!! this is from a series of recc lists (check out my BG recc list AND my other BL recc lists [GL coming soon !!!] !!!) that i'm making for my own reading log with hopes that other people might give them a try as well! ... more>>

currently organized in descending star rate order !!!

♡ tips for novel enjoyment (esp for newbies to the site ! ) ♡: 

♡ give each novel a fair chance even if the rating is low ! some people just rate 1 star for no reason (especially for BLs and GLs) without even reading it, which is highly unfair ! sometimes, you'll come across GOLD in the lower ratings ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

♡ check the OG novel publishing date ! older novels generally tend to have more questionable morals than ones from ~2019+, and they tend to be really cliche BECAUSE they were likely the pioneers of the genre (i.e. QT, apocalypse, etc...) you don't have to read them, but just keep that in mind !

♡ don't like? don't read ! ... But PLEASE read the synopsis and a few reviews to make sure you know what you're getting into both plot-wise and content warning-wise ! I see some people start ranting after going into a silly sweet QT novel expecting 9000+ level IQ protagonists and plots and,, i'm sorry but you're not gonna see that. manage your expectations and i assure you, you'll have a nice time! <<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

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All BL Novel with Happy Ending! 

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This list range from the best of the best to the most corny and cliche type of shit(my type of corny) to traumatic and to comedy etc etc. From the most wholesome to the smuts. You know the usual Sugar, spice and  everything nice. 10 on 10 would totally recommend. Give these bls a chance. ... more>>

I dont think ive forgotten anything. Might update later. Enjoyyyy <<less

these are all completely translated & have 50-100 chapters ... more>>

if some novels disappear, they should be in my “i love <3” list  <<less

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Welcome to part 2 of my collection. ... more>>

I read. O~w. I like.

Ancient to modern to interstellar to mpreg. Will add more, continuously.  <<less

All novels on my reading list in Chrysanthemum Garden. ... more>>

alphabetical order.  <<less

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✔️ bottom mc’s... more>>

✔️ regret

✔️ wife chasing

Sugar, Spice, and everything nice. This is what crematoriums are made of.  <<less

Making sure which series I have read. May provide short description. Includes my tumblr posts.

if you know you know

1v1, HE, mixed genres... more>>

Putting together another masterlist of completed novels that I've read and updating as I go~ <<less

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Danmei adapted to manhuas that have official English translations (completed/ongoing/discontinued) + where to read them (status included: ongoing unless stated otherwise). Most manhuas are R15 even when the novel's genre is yaoi.... more>>

Novels/manhuas that are printed or announced to be printed are put on the first page of the list. Works written by the same author are put together. Novels are sorted by their popularity.

Since the list reached 1oo positions, I created its second part, however they will be _both_ updated if and when new titles appear or get licensed, with new title's place based on the novel's popularity and/or whether the author's other works are on the list already. If you know danmeis with official English translations of their manhua adaptations that are here on novelupdates but not yet on my list, please let me know in the comments.

Part 2 of this list: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/74508/

Check out my other lists for Korean BL novels adapted to manhwas: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/74463/ and danmei being printed in English: https://www.novelupdates.com/viewlist/73620/ <<less

I live in the wife-chasing crematorium. I die in the wife-chasing crematorium. (Will occasionally update)... more>>

Won't contain a full collection of wife-chasing, just the ones I have finished and felt worth recommending. <<less

NOTE: Some of my notes about a novel might contain SPOILERS. Read slowly so you can stop in time after the warning. ... more>>

Novels I read that are not on NU (right now ig): 1. Did I Do Something Wrong By Confessing To The School Idol On The First Day I Transferred To A New School? (Good, but seemed rushed)

2. I Heard You Only Think Of Me As A Friend. (Pretty nice)

3. The Infatuated Cannon Fodder Quits. 《痴情炮灰不干了[穿书]》

I really like the ML in the story. He is a flirtatious, shameless, teasing, sensitive and sweet bastard. Overall enjoyed the story very much, definitely ended up wanting a dozen extras or more. 

4. After Crossing Into A Book I had s*x With The Future Boss. (I'm willing to bet mtl f*cked this title up but I'll let it be because it's funny) 

Raw title: 《穿书后和未来霸总HE了》

I feel like ML should've had some development in his character? He needs to loosen up a bit, atleast to MC, his lover for f*ck's sake. I'll give it a 3 out of five. Maybe 2.9

5. The Person You Like Is My Boyfriend. 《你喜欢的人是我男朋友》
su*cide warning, mental illness, very (sexually) experienced ML.

6. Forgot the English name, oops. It was an okay read, like 3/5?《给躁郁Alpha当抚慰剂》

7. Jade Wushang. 玉无双
A tragedy, I still think about it late at night sometimes. 

8. After I Came Back From The Future, I Tried My Best To Pretend To Be A.

我从未来穿回来后努力装A  (3.3/5) <<less

Favorite series that are still being translated & that I haven't finished by MTL.