Novels actually worth reading and (gasp) re-reading for the heart & soul
Novels actually worth reading and (gasp) re-reading for the heart & soul
After reading on NovelUpdates since 2018, this is my ongoing list of novels that were actually worth my time. I will mark which novels are for casual reading or not worth re-reading.
- No specific genre or plot types.
- Mix of het, BL, and novels with no romance for the protagonist.
- Some healthy and some not-so-healthy relationships, but this is fiction!
- Some are more plot-heavy with lots of feelings, while others are for casual reading or a break from tragedy.
- Novels by MXTX and any novels with official English localization not included on the list.
- No specific genre or plot types.
- Mix of het, BL, and novels with no romance for the protagonist.
- Some healthy and some not-so-healthy relationships, but this is fiction!
- Some are more plot-heavy with lots of feelings, while others are for casual reading or a break from tragedy.
- Novels by MXTX and any novels with official English localization not included on the list.
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Created: Jan 16th, 2024, Updated: Jun 1st, 2025
Created Jan 16th, 2024
Updated Jun 1st, 2025
1134 Chapters Every 3.3 Day(s) 41407 Readers 612 Reviews 06-21-2025
Ongoing but 100% worth it. Isekai, well-written, found-family, hilarious, and includes a cute dragon. Lazy, strategic, clever, and awesome MC. 10/10 plot with the loviest, fleshed-out side characters. Has a webtoon.... more>>
21 Chapters Every 61.7 Day(s) 1483 Readers 18 Reviews 01-27-2023
*I promise you will thoroughly enjoy the novel if you read it all at once, carefully, and without the influence of others’ comments and reviews. Go in with no expectations. Read the novel without spoilers and without reading the comments, AND THEN go read the comments on the translator’s blogs which contains spoilers.*... more>>
92 Chapters Every 101.5 Day(s) 7641 Readers 124 Reviews 01-30-2025
Is actually completed, fully translated (figure it out), and has a sequel. Beautifully written and stays true to each character’s background and personality. 10/10 plot... more>>
69 Chapters Every 82.4 Day(s) 6324 Readers 139 Reviews 10-19-2024
I love a good wife-chasing crematorium and love that transcends lifetimes. Read if you want hurt, pain, sacrifice, and drama. Heartbreak, possessiveness, vengeful, and showcases... more>>
441 Chapters Every 143.7 Day(s) 22511 Readers 570 Reviews 05-26-2021
Will make you believe in love even in ancient times when women were considered disposable pawns and men rule. Respectful, mischievous, committed, and strong love.... more>>
108 Chapters Every 78.1 Day(s) 5234 Readers 56 Reviews 04-19-2022
Confident MC with strong boundaries, control over his story, and interesting dynamic between him and his lovers. A great wife-chasing crematorium. Oh how the tables... more>>
487 Chapters Every 26.7 Day(s) 5974 Readers 70 Reviews 05-20-2024
Extremely tragic. “Love is letting go” is the theme. The scenes of Wei Lan and Luo Wei through their youth and adulthood and old age... more>>
210 Chapters Every 200.1 Day(s) 10401 Readers 96 Reviews 04-03-2018
The entire Mistaken Marriage Match series is good but this is my favorite. A bit more plot than romance, but it’s well-written. Reincarnation, strong female... more>>
536 Chapters Every 1.7 Day(s) 5183 Readers 32 Reviews 06-10-2025
Started as a casual read, but became a serious obsession. I love all the MLs (all with interesting backgrounds and hilarious interactions) and the main... more>>
#10I Can Do It
145 Chapters Every 96.3 Day(s) 11630 Readers 210 Reviews 05-02-2024
Amazing humor and cute couple who support each other. I love their heartwarming team and funny dynamics. One of the best e-sports BL. Good for... more>>
123 Chapters Every 231.3 Day(s) 15602 Readers 369 Reviews 01-05-2016
Smart, strategic, lazy cat protagonist. Based in Ancient China, so expect period typical themes. Good translation, but hard to follow the specific terms if you’re not used to pinyin or reading these type of novels. Feminist without saying the word feminist, show and not tell.... more>>
108 Chapters Every 185.1 Day(s) 14657 Readers 262 Reviews 12-19-2017
Lazy female protagonist. Similar to To Be A Virtuous Wife, but not as good. Ok translation, but hard to follow the specific terms if you’re... more>>
214 Chapters Every 91.3 Day(s) 9170 Readers 103 Reviews 07-25-2024
Cute couple with lots of chemistry and comedy between the couple and team members. Money can fix everything LOL. One of the best e-sports BL.... more>>
84 Chapters Every 59.7 Day(s) 3893 Readers 30 Reviews 02-08-2023
Good for casual reading. Comedic, interesting plot. MC has funny inner monologue.
101 Chapters Every 74.9 Day(s) 5421 Readers 110 Reviews 05-31-2022
116 Chapters Every 38.1 Day(s) 4440 Readers 91 Reviews 12-30-2023
College love. Reincarnation, relying on each other, gratefulness for each other, importance of family of choice and not blood, and overcoming rough situations and tragic... more>>
50 Chapters Every 188.5 Day(s) 16298 Readers 269 Reviews 10-03-2017
Strong female protagonist who’s not afraid of what others say, loves food, and has creative ideas. As the summary says, she transmigrated and the ML... more>>
177 Chapters Every 29.4 Day(s) 2682 Readers 37 Reviews 06-14-2025
I read the MTL version just to finish this, but it’s better to wait for the slow translation. Evil, redemption, sacrifices, wife-chasing crematorium. Do not expect a sweet, healthy love story. A slow burn that requires careful reading. Only worth re-reading if you didn’t understand certain cultivation world mechanics on the first read.... more>>
156 Chapters Every 99.7 Day(s) 15626 Readers 316 Reviews 07-18-2021
A rare, good horror BL emerges! Not worth re-reading unless the horror BL well is really dry for you.
129 Chapters Every 58.5 Day(s) 5890 Readers 108 Reviews 02-04-2023
Good for casual reading. Not worth re-reading.
140 Chapters Every 14 Day(s) 3328 Readers 60 Reviews 03-30-2025
About learning to live for oneself, dog blood drama, wife chasing crematorium, redemption. You may or may like the ending. I read the untranslated chapters... more>>
80 Chapters Every 5.7 Day(s) 2800 Readers 27 Reviews 06-11-2025
Romance centered story. Wife chasing crematorium where the MC is reborn and learns how to love himself and prioritize living for himself. He grows and sets boundaries in a healthy way, learns about his wants and needs, and tries to live life without regrets. Although ongoing (as it is for everyone), he learns how to communicate. MC is smart, kind to those who deserve it, hard-working, honest with his feelings, good at business and soft-tempered.... more>>
97 Chapters Every 44.2 Day(s) 3260 Readers 30 Reviews 09-09-2023
Good for casual reading. Good humor. Not worth re-reading.
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