Among the Old Stories
旧事里
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- Completed
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- 2.2M Words
- Genre
- Modern Romance
- Subgenre
- Workplace & Marriage
- Updated
- 5y ago
- English
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- A Thorny First Marriage初婚如刺Alternate title on Fanqie
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Any Books on the Same Level as Village Life?
Reading "Inside and Outside the Village" made me feel like I'd reached a higher plane. Are there any others on that level?
Novels That Feel Very Real and Reflect Real Society
I’m sick of stories that are too brainless and idealistic. I want something more realistic.
Looking for Novels That Are a Little More Realistic
Stories that are realistic, down-to-earth, and true to life
Looking for Down-to-Earth Stories Set in a Past Era, Nothing Too Over-the-Top
I'm in a reading slump.
Superb 9.9-Rated Novels...
A really excellent novel. You can start it with confidence!
Classic Historical-Era Fiction
Looking for books with good writing and sound values!
Realistic Romance Novels, No CEOs or the Like
Angsty youth novels are fine too, like Fu Shouer's "Youth Is a Hasty Book".
The Most Realistic, Well-Written Urban Fiction
Hey, please tell me which urban novel you think reflects reality the most!
Any Novels That Feel a Little More Realistic?
Set in a city, with decent writing and a realistic feel.
Stories Closely Based on Real Life or Personal Experiences
Are there any novels with really good prose that are almost exactly like real life?
Novels Close to Reality
I almost never read transmigration into a book, transmigration, or domineering CEO stories. I prefer novels that stay close to real life and let me put myself into them.
Looking for Urban Novels About Real Life
Any good urban novels that feel close to real life and are on the longer side?
Books Rated 9.8 and Above
In a Reading Slump, Looking for Good Books
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Novels Rated 9.9!!!!
Even higher-rated than The Long Journey Next Door and Little Sage Equal to Heaven!
Books with Lyrical Prose and a Rich Foundation in Poetry
Beautiful writing that captivates you at a glance is fine, as is something you can savor slowly and chew through piece by piece. I just haven’t found anything like that yet.
Fiction That Feels Close to Real Life
No transmigration, no being reborn, no System, a normal setting, no fantasy, no mind-reading, not a comedy, no transmigrating into a book, no angst, no tragic ending, and modern romance. Do stories like this even exist anymore?
A 9.9-Rated Novel Worth Reading Three Times!
Looking for stories similar to "The Abandoned Divine Doctor Returns Reborn".
Looking for Era Novels Rated 9.6 and Up: Essential Reads for Beginners
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Realistic Urban Fiction
In this world of desire, you are my last faith.
Looking for a Great Book So Gripping I Won't Skip a Single Chapter
Modern romance, with an unconventional plot and a sweet tone (a little angst is fine). No one being reborn, and preferably no mistresses or unattainable dream girls. Most importantly, it has to be complete 😂
High Intelligence, Cunning Plans, Masterful Schemes, Treating the World Like a Chessboard
Looking for a novel with a protagonist like Murong Li from The Legend of Qin: someone who treats the world as a chessboard and all living beings as pieces, plans everything out, and plays life like a game, but is willing to become a piece on the board himself when necessary.
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This is an author who tells stories seriously. There are no flowery words, no outrageous plots, just writing with heart. Looking forward to more exciting developments in the next installment.
The novel is well-written, with a gripping and suspenseful plot, nuanced character portrayals, and a realistic depiction of the historical context. It is a truly exceptional novel. We look forward to more works from the author.
This is a true novel, with vividly portrayed characters and a distinct historical context. Spanning 30 years, it realistically depicts the changes in life in a rural village during different periods, as well as the protagonist's growth, emotional entanglements, and hardships in his career.
This is a very good novel, definitely worth reading. It's very close to real life, the plot is captivating, and the characters are described in great detail, keeping the reader emotionally engaged. It's much better than those "rich, handsome, and successful" novels. Looking forward to sooner updates.
I'm a little reluctant to see it end. This is the most beautifully written novel I've ever read. I hope it's adapted into a TV series, but I don't want it to be changed. Every sentence is so poetic, and the details are very immersive. It's the longest novel I've ever read, but I'm also reluctant to see the ending. Every character feels alive. I can even dream about their love and hate entanglements. It's a rare gem of a book and should be recommended to the homepage.
This is a good book that closely reflects real life. It begins with Lin Zhongyue, an abandoned child, and recounts her growth. Her kindness, hard work, and tragic background drive her to constantly strive and move forward. However, in matters of the heart, her shared plight and her love for Fang Yuan are pure, beautiful, and unwavering. Yet, while love is beautiful, reality is cruel.
Excellent! It's very realistic and close to life, with very little fiction. It's fantastic and a true reflection of life in that era. The author is outstanding! 👍👍👍👍👍👍
This is a very high-quality book, relatable and relatable. It took me almost a month to finish reading it. I even got so engrossed in the characters at night that my sleep quality suffered. But it was still well worth it.
This is a truly captivating novel! It's so addictive that I can't put it down while eating, working, or even sleeping, which has resulted in severe sleep deprivation 🤦. It's all because the author wrote it too well! I just finished reading it, and my heart aches. Huang Xiaohu's "It's Not That Simple" keeps echoing in my ears...
This is the best book I've ever read on Tomato. The author's writing is outstanding, the descriptions are delicate and realistic, and the words are witty and charming. If it were to be adapted into a TV series, it would definitely need to be made into a good actor to do justice to this wonderful book.