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 for 7+ years, 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: Jan 21st, 2024
Created Jan 16th, 2024
Updated Jan 21st, 2024
978 Chapters Every 3.3 Day(s) 37765 Readers 583 Reviews 04-27-2024
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 33.6 Day(s) 1110 Readers 16 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>>
89 Chapters Every 76.2 Day(s) 6144 Readers 116 Reviews 09-30-2021
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>>
68 Chapters Every 54.4 Day(s) 5085 Readers 120 Reviews 02-10-2022
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 115.6 Day(s) 20796 Readers 541 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 50.1 Day(s) 4244 Readers 48 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>>
210 Chapters Every 172 Day(s) 10009 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>>
144 Chapters Every 68.3 Day(s) 9543 Readers 182 Reviews 06-08-2022
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 203.3 Day(s) 14439 Readers 353 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 157.1 Day(s) 13467 Readers 242 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>>
213 Chapters Every 63.3 Day(s) 8105 Readers 92 Reviews 09-30-2021
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>>
92 Chapters Every 31.6 Day(s) 3223 Readers 26 Reviews 02-08-2023
Good for casual reading. Comedic, interesting plot. MC has funny inner monologue.
101 Chapters Every 46.9 Day(s) 4415 Readers 99 Reviews 05-31-2022
116 Chapters Every 10.1 Day(s) 3306 Readers 58 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>>
709 Chapters Every 123.9 Day(s) 15669 Readers 265 Reviews 03-31-2019
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>>
165 Chapters Every 16.4 Day(s) 2254 Readers 34 Reviews 04-24-2024
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 71.7 Day(s) 12380 Readers 274 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 30.5 Day(s) 5267 Readers 105 Reviews 02-04-2023
Good for casual reading. Not worth re-reading.
109 Chapters Every 8.2 Day(s) 2917 Readers 54 Reviews 04-10-2024
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>>
42 Chapters Every 19.7 Day(s) 2478 Readers 26 Reviews 02-27-2024
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 16.1 Day(s) 2301 Readers 21 Reviews 09-09-2023
Good for casual reading. Good humor. Not worth re-reading.
328 Chapters Every 141.1 Day(s) 11262 Readers 230 Reviews 07-21-2018
Expect period typical themes for ancient China, like r*pe, casual killing, misogyny, and patriarchy. Not worth re-reading.
102 Chapters Every 0.5 Day(s) 3663 Readers 104 Reviews 11-15-2022
Wife chasing crematorium (truly my weakness), rebirth, indifferent MC. Not everything is as it seems and that applies to the ML. Not worth re-reading.
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