Great Ming: I Told You to Hang Yourself, Not Become a Tyrant
大明：让你上吊，没让你当暴君
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- Completed
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- Historical
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- Historical & Ancient
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- 2y ago
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Zhu Youjian is quite interesting, and the content is good too. It's amazing how many things happened at the end of the Ming Dynasty; reading a novel can actually be educational…
It's quite good; the author doesn't underestimate the ancients, and it's not the kind of story where the author just starts by indiscriminately killing people. The writing style is interesting and it's worth reading!
I read all 100 chapters in one go. It's rare to find a historical novel without a systematic plot, especially one set in the late Ming Dynasty. This period is tough! Good luck, author!
This book is wonderfully written. There are no plot devices; everything is dealt with objectively and logically. The political maneuvering and political strategies are also well-written! The author updates frequently. However, I personally suggest that the Empress's role is too small; I recommend giving her more screen time!
There are so many books about the late Ming Dynasty, it's rare to see such a unique writing style. Five stars!
The author manages to write a humorous and lighthearted story about the heavy theme of the late Ming Dynasty, making it a satisfying read even without a system, which truly tests the author's writing skills. Thumbs up!
It's alright, worth reading, but the updates are a bit slow. Author, keep up the good work, keep updating faster!
Well written, very good, but this must not be leaked.
Well written! I hope the author continues to work hard and write carefully.
Having read many novels about the Chongzhen Emperor, this one stands out as a rare example of a ruler with grand strategy and a broad vision. It fills in many unresolved issues, quells factional strife, destroys the Jin dynasty, dominates the seas, and focuses solely on his career with only the Empress in the harem. Highly recommended! (The rating is too low.) 🥹