The Red-Gate Play
朱门戏
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- 1.3M Words
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- Historical
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- Historical & Ancient
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Historical Fiction That Doesn't Dumb Down the Characters
I want a protagonist with brains
High-Quality Villain Stories: No Showing Off, No Stupid Plot. Please, I Beg You.
Urban stories with villain protagonists.
Brilliant Historical Fiction, Rated 9 or Higher, Meticulously Researched, with a Down-to-Earth Protagonist
I've read a lot of stories like this, even some highly rated ones, but their protagonists all seem to have an arrogant, godlike perspective. Since they know how things unfold and how they end, they spoil everything for the locals and act smug about it. It's really uncomfortable, and they show no respect for history.
Looking for High-Quality Domestic-Intrigue Novels Like The Story of Minglan. Any Recommendations?
Desperately Short on Historical Fiction, Please Recommend Some to Save Me From This Reading Drought
Preferably a historical novel with a realistic feel.
I'm Tired of Poor Scholar Stories. Any About Scions of Great Clans Taking the Imperial Exams?
Historical Stories (Any Dynasty, No System, and with Intelligent Characters)
Looking for books like "The Glory of the Great Wei". Historical novels with some brains behind them. Read too many mindless wish-fulfillment stories and they’ll rot your mind.
Looking for High-Quality Historical Fiction. No Mindless Power Trips or Brain-Dead Plotting
I want high-quality historical fiction that’s engaging and doesn’t dumb things down or rely on brainless plots. It can be satisfying, but don’t treat readers like idiots. No stories like the one where the protagonist fools Cao Cao’s quartermaster about the provisions from the start, or those where a literati protagonist suddenly has the strength of a tyrant. They’re unoriginal and mindless...
The Five Surnames and Seven Great Clans: Marriages Between Aristocratic Families
I want stories about the love and hate among powerful aristocratic clans: the Five Surnames and Seven Great Clans, who only marry into other great clans and don't take the imperial family seriously. Don't recommend those useless stories where the Five Surnames and Seven Great Clans are wiped out in a single stroke. The clans the imperial family fears should be as impossible to stamp out as cockroaches.
Looking for Great Historical Novels Worthy of Classic Status
The Best Historical Novel on Fanqie Right Now. Prove Me Wrong
I want books similar to The Matter of the Southern Dynasty's Noble Son Actually Being Someone I Impersonated.
This Veteran Reader Has Become Too Picky. Begging for Good Books 😭
Looking for Novels Set During the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, the Jin Dynasty, or the Northern and Southern Dynasties
I’ve read so many stories set in the Tang, Song, and Ming dynasties that I’m tired of them. I’d like to try some less common historical periods. Preferably completed. Please recommend some~~~
I Love Male Leads Who Seem Gentle and Refined but Are Actually Sweet on the Outside and Dark Within
I love that kind of person who seems gentle and soft on the outside, but is fierce underneath. They'll even hurt themselves just to be loved. Come here, let me love you fiercely, just like in a novel.
Power Struggles ♛ Masterminds Behind the Board ♞ Schemes to Rule the World ♝
Looking for novels with a protagonist who’s almost supernaturally clever and skilled at political maneuvering. A System or not is fine, and a female lead or not is fine, but I don’t like protagonists who think with their pants. I’m begging you, great masters!!!
Historical Romance With Wellborn Leads Who Are Equally Matched in Status and Intelligence
Two powerful people join forces, making plans at every turn.
What’s the Hottest Historical Novel on Tomato Novel?
I’m in a reading slump.
Transmigrate to Ancient Times as a Scion of a Great Clan, With a Protagonist Who's Actually Smart
The kind that makes you feel like you're an idiot.
Wealthy Aristocratic Families, Centuries-Old Clans, Lavish Lifestyles, and Noble Bearing
Stories About a Second-Generation Official With the Smarts to Climb the Political Ladder
Looking for Historical Novels Set in Ancient Times, With a Male Protagonist. A Normal Number of Wives and Concubines Is Fine
Any Novels Set in the Mid-to-Late Tang Dynasty About Saving the Empire or Carving Out a Domain?
Historical Novels About a Male Lead Born into an Aristocratic Clan Who Eventually Unifies the Realm
A decisive, cool-headed protagonist with a high IQ.
Looking for Lord-and-Ruler Stories: Transmigrate to Ancient Times as a Noble Heir and Build Up the Family
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It's very well written, it's just a shame that the original author was such a talented person 😢
It's well-written, and the story gets really engaging after the protagonist merges with the original soul. While the modern soul's personality isn't particularly likable, and some parts of the early chapters even somewhat detract from the reading experience, the protagonist genuinely needs to grow and find a reason to gradually integrate into the era.
Excellent! The portrayal of the profound history of a noble family under feudal ethics is superb. 👍🏻 It's rare to find something I like.
Those maids were given way too much attention! 😢😢 Half the chapter was about them; I skipped almost all of them and finished the whole thing in one day. Author, please reduce the amount of writing later on and focus more on the main story, add more conflict and events. It's so bland, even though the writing is excellent. 💕💕
I stumbled upon this book during a break from exams, and it instantly transported me to this world, making me forget the tedium of studying. Unlike other formulaic and predictable time-travel novels, this book boasts a unique writing style, with a narrative that unfolds subtly and intricately, drawing the reader in and prompting deeper reflection.
The low rating might be because fast-paced, straightforward, and enjoyable writing style suits Tomato better. Keep it up, author! As long as you keep updating and there aren't any major plot holes later on, I'll continue reading.
This book is excellent in every aspect, from its meticulous research of historical materials and anecdotes to its understanding of Confucian culture and its comprehensive system of political maneuvering in the imperial court.
"Flaws and Strengths in Ancient Charm" *The Play of the Rich and Powerful* unfolds like a slowly unfurling ancient scroll, sketching the unique demeanor of the eldest son of the Xie family of Chenjun within the long river of history. The author's literary skill is truly admirable. The sentences are beautiful and elegant, like pearls falling onto a plate, each chapter brimming with poetic charm.
This book is still very interesting, and the author's writing skills are solid. If he continues at this pace, he'll surely achieve great things sooner or later. I hope the author can persevere; the future is bright! ❤️
So far it seems alright, no major flaws, but why do I feel the protagonist dislikes this arranged marriage...? Hmm, yes, it's subtly hinted at (is he going to favor concubines over his wife? Are these maids going to become his true loves?) Probably not 🤔. Although he's a modern person, he's already quite integrated into the life of a noble young master, right? Love might develop over time...