Best of the Best BL Novels
Best of the Best BL Novels
I used to read western novels mostly but after the hype of Mo Dao Zu Shi, I got attracted to Chinese BL novels. And recently I have fallen into the BL hole. So, I continuously read Asian BL novels and what I have seen is that many of the BL stories have the following characteristics:
1. Stories are repetitive in nature with one main character completely obsessed with the other main character. Also, most of them focus mainly on the lead characters. Most of the time, side characters are just there to be the lead characters' lackeys or face-slap recipients.
2. Even the writing style and plot are copy-paste from some older novels of the same genre.
3. R*pe is highly romanticized especially on Asian BL novels.
4. Toxic relationship is depicted as romantic .
5. And lets not forget the segregation of 'top' and 'bottom'.
6. 'Tops' are aloof, cold, otherworldly handsome, possessive and sex-driven.
7. 'Bottoms' are feminine, meek and cute.
Have I forgotten anything else? Feel free to remind me.
There are really only a few stories with proper world building, character development, healthy relationship, intricate and original plot, realistic characters, original writing style, etc. These are what I personally think are the best Asian BL novels I have ever read:
1. Stories are repetitive in nature with one main character completely obsessed with the other main character. Also, most of them focus mainly on the lead characters. Most of the time, side characters are just there to be the lead characters' lackeys or face-slap recipients.
2. Even the writing style and plot are copy-paste from some older novels of the same genre.
3. R*pe is highly romanticized especially on Asian BL novels.
4. Toxic relationship is depicted as romantic .
5. And lets not forget the segregation of 'top' and 'bottom'.
6. 'Tops' are aloof, cold, otherworldly handsome, possessive and sex-driven.
7. 'Bottoms' are feminine, meek and cute.
Have I forgotten anything else? Feel free to remind me.
There are really only a few stories with proper world building, character development, healthy relationship, intricate and original plot, realistic characters, original writing style, etc. These are what I personally think are the best Asian BL novels I have ever read:
29 Followers
Created: Apr 9th, 2021, Updated: Apr 9th, 2023
Created Apr 9th, 2021
Updated Apr 9th, 2023
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#28Paper Lover
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It's weird as hell, I will warn ya all. But it's cute as f*ck as well.
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It's hella cute
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Completed Action Adventure Drama Fantasy Mature Mystery Psychological Romance School Life Slice of Life Supernatural Yaoi
I personally got some headache reading this, gotta be honest. But objectively speaking, it is the type of novel that many people would appreciate.
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I absolutely love stone age settings. Too bad, there aren't many good ones. Thankfully, this book is there to save the day!
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Plot-focused, healthy relationship, familial love, amazing characters, cute children, and great world-building.
#33Copper Coins
178 Chapters Every 62.8 Day(s) 7717 Readers 112 Reviews 07-19-2023
Not cliche pairing, high quality translation, excellent writing style, uncommon range of side characters, good pacing, out of the world chemistry, slow burn romance, funny... more>>
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I really, really loved this book. One of the best adventure related books, guys! Sigh, why can't there be more books like this?
#35Stray
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Thank you for all of the wonderful recommendations ❤️