Danmei novels to cry to at 3am

Danmei novels to cry to at 3am
Just a bunch of reccs :) please beware of the TW for some novels! The novels in this list are mainly on the angsty side and some fluff. Contains both historical and modern day novels. Some novels in this list are completed while some are close to being completed OR i MTL’d them and thought they were good. 

PS; i actively try to avoid things that portray characters as ‘small and innocent and childish’ (they usually describe the shou like this) so this list may not have novels like that!
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Created: May 31st, 2023, Updated: Mar 18th, 2024
Created May 31st, 2023
Updated Mar 18th, 2024
CN (4.7)
51 Chapters Every 45.9 Day(s) 2285 Readers 53 Reviews 06-18-2022
I quite liked this type of writing, although at times the flowery writing made it a bit tedious to read it’s a really good book.
CN (4.8)
224 Chapters Every 5.9 Day(s) 6961 Readers 72 Reviews 04-23-2024
One of my favs, i really liked the characters and the entire story. A one worth reading.
CN (4.6)
2 Chapters Every 197 Day(s) 5795 Readers 119 Reviews 12-15-2023
I was skeptical at first with this ngl, because of the father bringing his mistress and mistress’ son plot however this was one of the most heart wrenching /relatable stories I’ve read. ... more>>
CN (4.7)
156 Chapters Every 71.5 Day(s) 12340 Readers 274 Reviews 07-18-2021
Loved the characters for this one. 
CN (4.8)
0 Chapters Every 2000 Day(s) 9411 Readers 233 Reviews 11-16-2020
Also liked the characters
CN (4.7)
82 Chapters Every 91.4 Day(s) 9480 Readers 103 Reviews 09-16-2020
This is one of the most interesting mysteries I’ve read. From the characters to the actual plot itself, each book was better than the last.... more>>
CN (4.7)
97 Chapters Every 100.3 Day(s) 9007 Readers 104 Reviews 01-06-2022
Didn’t expect it to be so funny 
CN (4.6)
134 Chapters Every 32 Day(s) 3087 Readers 41 Reviews 04-08-2023
When I first read it, I wasn’t really fond of the writing style but eventually I fell in love with it and with the characters.... more>>
CN (4.6)
67 Chapters Every 118.9 Day(s) 11951 Readers 354 Reviews 07-02-2019
It was good
CN (4.5)
67 Chapters Every 62.7 Day(s) 3721 Readers 97 Reviews 07-04-2022
Short, but painful
CN (4.3)
69 Chapters Every 65 Day(s) 2480 Readers 33 Reviews 04-30-2022
It wasn’t bad
CN (4.7)
48 Chapters Every 97.9 Day(s) 6340 Readers 121 Reviews 04-30-2020
Quite funny. Liked the characters.
CN (4.6)
99 Chapters Every 68.2 Day(s) 7476 Readers 144 Reviews 12-04-2021
At first i didn’t really like TS, but his character development was lovely
CN (4.6)
85 Chapters Every 7 Day(s) 8462 Readers 120 Reviews 04-17-2024
Cute, barely any angst. If you’re looking for something light i recommend 
CN (4.7)
66 Chapters Every 58.9 Day(s) 5080 Readers 87 Reviews 12-01-2021
This was cute
CN (4.6)
0 Chapters Every 1945 Day(s) 12631 Readers 192 Reviews 12-26-2018
A bit tedious (for me at least) in the middle but otherwise good
CN (4.7)
144 Chapters Every 68.1 Day(s) 9525 Readers 182 Reviews 06-08-2022
CN (4.5)
#18FOG
0 Chapters Every 1 Day(s) 6121 Readers 102 Reviews 03-04-2021
Still reading
CN (4.6)
52 Chapters Every 26.9 Day(s) 6411 Readers 110 Reviews 03-24-2023
If you’re looking for a mature relationship with characters resolving misunderstandings/arguments quickly i recommend  
CN (4.6)
75 Chapters Every 33.9 Day(s) 2356 Readers 27 Reviews 12-31-2022
Same author as Tattoo, the relationship is also mature. Only annoying thing was the ex boyfriend
CN (4.4)
143 Chapters Every 34.6 Day(s) 3285 Readers 28 Reviews 06-19-2023
Not bad
CN (4.7)
40 Chapters Every 110.6 Day(s) 10095 Readers 203 Reviews 11-11-2019
Cute but a little boring
CN (4.6)
59 Chapters Every 77 Day(s) 6376 Readers 148 Reviews 09-01-2021
The first person narrative threw me off but I got used to it. If you hate first pov then I don’t suggest you read.
CN (4.7)
1 Chapters Every 217 Day(s) 11998 Readers 259 Reviews 09-21-2023
Amazing. Their love is so ehgshshsanah
CN (4.5)
34 Chapters Every 105.1 Day(s) 8609 Readers 87 Reviews 06-01-2020
Pain. All i know is pain. HE.
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  1. ranhasaniqof2000
    ranhasaniqof2000· Author · Jun 1, 2023 12:38 AM
    clear.pngif anyone likes these kind of novels pls be my friend
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  2. Laoninag00
    Laoninag00· Jun 5, 2023 04:39 PM

    We gave almost similar taste, have you read the little mad man guide on acting good and rivals in rebirth, they are good too.

    Im searching for more angst but not ml abusing mc do you have recommendations? 

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    • ranhasaniqof2000
      ranhasaniqof2000· Author · Jun 10, 2023 01:44 AM

      I haven’t read those yet, I’ll check them out. 

      Recently I read Married Thrice to Salted Fish, there’s some angsty parts in it and Antidote by Wuzhe is a good one too if you haven’t read these two yet you should check them out! 

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    • Laoninag00
      Laoninag00· Jun 10, 2023 12:39 PM

      @ranhasaniqof2000 I tried read them but didn’t like the pace of the plot so I dropped them halfway. I kind of like the angst caused from misunderstanding between the leads but most of the bl are either about raping and being r*ped angst or the kind of too fluffy!

      It is a wonder that I found someone in close range of preference!I tried read them but didn’t like the pace of the plot so I dropped them halfway. I kind of like the angst caused from misunderstanding between the leads but most of the bl are either about raping and being r*ped angst or the kind of too fluffy!

      It is a wonder that I found someone in close range of preference!

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    • ranhasaniqof2000
      ranhasaniqof2000· Author · Jun 12, 2023 07:39 PM

      clear.png@Laoninag00 I agree! I actively avoid stuff that are tagged with r*pe victim becomes lover. I like fluffy works but sometimes it’s too much. I also hate it when they make a character (the shou mostly) seem so..childish and innocent and small.

      It’s good that i found someone else who shares the same preferences as me! 

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    • Laoninag00
      Laoninag00· Jun 13, 2023 02:42 PM

      @ranhasaniqof2000 OMG, same problem!

      That’s why I always exclude cute protagonist’s tag when I search for novels and most of those kind of novels disappear.

      But there are some novels I read that’s the though the protagonist is kind of weak and small but not annoying like “the sidekick prince” if you haven’t read it, try it. It has moderate angst with good plot and the male lead is charming.

      Korean bl novels go into categories either smut/angst novels or the heavy plot/angst type and the later is the minority of the Existing novels.

      Wanna add me to discord? So we can chat and I wonder if you are a girl? Majority of the readers are girls here. 

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    • ranhasaniqof2000
      ranhasaniqof2000· Author · Jun 17, 2023 04:21 PM

      @Laoninag00 sure, what’s your discord? I’ll add you. I’m a girl. You? 

      Also i’ll check out the novel you recommended

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    • Laoninag00
      Laoninag00· Jun 17, 2023 11:41 PM

      @ranhasaniqof2000 I a girl too, you can add me through my username: bengong#2229.

      Recommend me novels if you find new one.

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    • ranhasaniqof2000
      ranhasaniqof2000· Author · Jun 19, 2023 02:53 PM

      @Laoninag00  alright~ i requested you! 

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