Historical Novels 历史小说

1. 51 三 Three Kingdoms: I Take Fan Shi as My Wife from the Start, Leaving Liu Bei Stunned 三国：开局纳樊氏，刘备懵了 Loves Fish2021爱吃鱼2021Historical324k WordsOngoing Tags: from the start, transmigration, wife, invincible, villain, Zhao Yun, Liu Bei, Zhuge Liang, war, history, ancient times, multiple heroines, emperor After transmigrating to the end of the Han dynasty, he became Zhao Zilong of Changshan. He thought he’d spend his whole life serving as Liu Bei’s bodyguard. Who knew that from the start, he’d be sent to take over Guiyang? When Governor Zhao Fan offered him his beautiful widowed sister-in-law, Zhao Yun accepted without hesitation. You want to use 241Reads—Score127Shelves

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   Cao Cao breaks through defenses, Liu Bei is dumbfounded, Zhou Yu is furious, Zhuge Liang is astonished, officials are shocked, intercepting a divine general, subduing fierce generals, defying fate, rewriting history, heroes vying for supremacy, transmigrating to the late Han Dynasty, reborn in the Three Kingdoms, carrying a system, no system, sign-in rewards, technology tree, technology-driven troop production, multiple female protagonists, surrounded by beauties, three wives and four concubines, beauties in one's arms, beating up famous generals, subverting the plot, political intrigue, alliances and counter-alliances, heroes in a chaotic world, farming and development, vying for supremacy, building a city, recruiting and expanding troops, rising from humble beginnings, lords vying for supremacy, historical reenactment, the Three Kingdoms struggle for supremacy, Zhao Yun rises, Guan Yu and Zhang Fei are dumbfounded, Liu Bei is speechless, Zhuge Liang goes crazy, transmigrating to the Three Kingdoms, Diao Chan, Xiao Qiao, Da Qiao, Sun Shangxiang, Fan Shi, Empress Dowager He, Lü Bu, political intrigue, general battles, potato not checking in 🌹🌹🌹🌹｡◕‿◕｡🌹

2. 52 家 My Father Is Emperor Yang of Sui! From the Start, I Slay Yuwen Huaji 家父隋炀帝！开局斩杀宇文化及 Loves Fish2021爱吃鱼2021Historical299k WordsCompleted Tags: Transmigration and comeback | Power struggle at the end of the Sui dynasty | Political intrigue and survival | Passionate growth | Building in troubled times | A young ruler and his ministers Synopsis: Yang Gao, a 996 office worker, dies suddenly from overwork and transmigrates into the body of Yang Gao, the twelve-year-old Prince of Zhao and youngest son of Emperor Yang of Sui. With Yuwen Huaji's murderous blade poised to take the emperor's life in a month, he refuses to be slaughtered wi 26Reads—Score—Shelves
3. 53 截 Snatching the Three Kingdoms: Guo Jia's Extraordinary Life 截胡三国，郭嘉的别样人生 Little Chen, the Student小陈童学Historical381k WordsCompleted Plan for the nine provinces, set your sights on the world. See how Guo Fengxiao wins China an empire where the sun never sets! Pacify the realm within and unite the land. Sweep away the barbarians beyond the borders and secure every direction. Sail across the stars and colonize new worlds. Enfeoff the princes to guard the realm forever. Thus, the sun never sets on the empire. From Guo Fengxiao to Emperor Taizu of Xia, from strategist to ruler of the world. This is not one man’s rise to power, bu 45Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 54 他 He Can Knock Lü Bu Out with One Punch, and You Call Him a Strategist? 他一拳能打死吕布，你管这叫谋士 Chancellor, Don't Go Wild丞相别浪Historical3.6M WordsOngoing Synopsis: Wang Xiao transmigrates to the end of the Han dynasty and obtains the Peerless Strategist System. But its reward is maxed-out combat ability, and he can only keep it permanently by becoming a strategist. With no other choice, Wang Xiao goes to Cao Cao to apply for a strategist position. On his very first day, he beats Dian Wei to a pulp right in front of Cao Cao. Dian Wei: "I knew I might lose, but I never thought I'd lose to a strategist!" Lu Bu: "Cao Cao's forces must really be short 24.2kReads8.9Score2.2kShelves
5. 55 筑 Forging the Golden Realm 筑金瓯 Old Dragonfly老蜻蜓Historical2.1M WordsCompleted [War, lighthearted, meticulously researched, history, no System] This is the Tang dynasty, a dynasty forged on the edge of a blade. The Tang emperor Xuanzong's dream ends in the Tianbao era, and the banner of the great Tang falls. There can be an Earlier Han and a Later Han. There can also be an Earlier Tang and a Later Tang. If the great Tang is gone, then we will build another great Tang. If the golden age is gone, then we will create another one. Let every child have a home, every elder have 3.4kReads8.2Score269Shelves

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   A rare gem of a historical novel. Set in the Tang Dynasty, it features no cheat codes or systems, well-developed characters, and a fast-paced plot. A truly exceptional read.

6. 56 燕 Prince Yan’s Northern Campaign: The Classic Edition 燕王扫北（经典版） Huang Binggang黄秉刚Historical275k WordsCompleted Continuing the story of the Ming dynasty after its founding, this book tells how, in his later years, Zhu Yuanzhang harmed his meritorious officials to secure imperial power. Empress Ma and the treacherous Han Jinhu manipulated the court, while the fourth prince, Zhu Di, was framed and made Prince of Yan. He was sent away from the capital to campaign in the north, repeatedly falling into danger. With loyal supporters protecting him, Zhu Di escaped and established himself in Yanjing. Later, he do 2.7kReads9.4Score124Shelves
7. 57 燕 Prince Yan's Northern Campaign 燕王扫北 Ji Zhenlun纪振伦Historical99k WordsCompleted In the final years of the Hongwu reign, the imperial grandson takes the throne and an order to curtail the fiefs is issued, leaving the princes in a state of alarm. Zhu Di, Prince of Yan, is a man of great ambition and talent. Unwilling to remain beneath another's thumb, he raises an army in the name of "cleansing the court" and launches a campaign to quell the rebellion. From his uprising in Beiping to the bloody battle at Baihe, from the great victory at Lingbi to crossing the river and captur 1.5kReads9.4Score109Shelves
8. 58 师 The Tale of a Master and Disciple’s Feud 师徒恩仇录 Dancing Dandelion飞舞的蒲公英花Urban1.2M WordsCompleted The Count of Monte Cristo for a New Era! Wang Jisheng is a high school graduate who was tricked into working at a sweatshop in Southeast Asia. There, he endured inhuman abuse, but also met several remarkable masters. After returning to China, he drew on the Yin-Yang Arts, Ghost Gate techniques, Thousand Doors methods, and disguise skills taught by his three masters. He took on identities ranging from a farmer or doctor to a business tycoon or the child of a high-ranking official. In the end, he 1Reads8.3Score—Shelves

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9. 59 姚 The Romance of Yao Guangxiao 姚广孝演义 Ma Guangfu马光复Historical198k WordsCompleted Yao Guangxiao, whose Buddhist name was Daoyan, was born into a family of physicians but was drawn to strategy. He was not driven by hardship to seek a living, yet became a monk at a young age. Though he had entered the Buddhist order, he took a keen interest in politics. He did not serve the Hongwu or Jianwen emperors, but chose instead to support the Prince of Yan. Though he had never endured “ten years of hard study,” he was capable of overseeing the compilation of the Yongle Encyclopedia. He 51Reads9.3Score—Shelves
10. 60 吴 The Legend of Wu Sangui 吴三桂外传 Dancing Dandelion飞舞的蒲公英花Historical396k WordsCompleted A legendary soldier fell on the battlefield. His ethereal, lingering soul transmigrated into the body of Wu Sangui, the traitor who surrendered to the Qing. Would he submit to fate, become a legendary warlord, and be reviled for generations? Or would he change history, forge a new path, and bring blessings to countless people? Since he didn't want to leave behind an everlasting infamy, he would follow his instincts and create a miracle! Heaven had treated him well, granting him peerless martial 22Reads—Score—Shelves
11. 61 赵 The Legend of Zhao Kuangyin 赵匡胤传奇 Recluse of the Eastern Horizon东隅逸士Historical338k WordsCompleted A long historical novel about notable figures from the Qing dynasty. A chance to read some classic Chinese fiction: in sixty chapters, it recounts Zhao Kuangyin’s rise to prominence during his youth, before he became emperor, presenting readers with a vivid, three-dimensional portrait of a chivalrous hero from the streets. 275Reads9.4Score—Shelves
12. 62 大 The Romance of the Tang Dynasty: Three Hundred Years of Turmoil 大唐演义（唐朝风云三百年） Lotus-Dwelling Scholar如莲居士Historical745k WordsCompleted In the waning years of the Sui dynasty, war engulfed the land and heroes rose amid the chaos. A sweeping upheaval shook the realm, raising the magnificent curtain on three centuries of Tang prosperity! Qin Qiong’s golden maces subdued the martial world, Luo Cheng’s silver spear outshone all rivals, and Li Yuanba’s twin hammers swept through armies. The heroes gathered at Wagang, while eighteen rebel kings contended for supremacy, each stirring the fate of the realm with fiery courage. From the L 2.9kReads9.5Score224Shelves
13. 63 不 The Unrecorded 不足录者 Hoover Is a Brute胡佛是一莽夫Historical236k WordsCompleted This novel is also titled The Pamir Crime Boss: I Worked as a Tour Guide in the Late Qing. I am Wa Han, known as Pei Zu Lu, “Eagle,” and once the head of the Eighth Mountain Lodge of the Gelaohui. To find the hidden Shangri-La, a secret realm that could turn this chaotic age around, I agreed to guide the British scholar Yintan Si and his archaeological team, doing what people today would call working as a tour guide. My sworn brother Tu Fu grabbed me and warned, “After all these years, you sti 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Alternative title: Pamir Gang Leader: I Worked as a Local Guide in the Late Qing Dynasty. Hardcore research, adapted from true history.

14. 64 说 The Complete Story of Yue Fei 说岳全传 Qian Cai钱彩Historical430k WordsCompleted The Complete Story of Yue Fei, also known as The Faithful and Loyal Romance: The Complete Story of King Yue, consists of twenty volumes and eighty chapters. The first sixty chapters vividly portray Yue Fei’s unwavering devotion to his country, the Yue family army’s string of victories, Qin Hui’s treachery and ruinous influence, and Wuzhu’s arrogant abuse of power. Fact and fiction intertwine, making the reader feel stirred, amused, and indignant. The final twenty chapters recount the rise of the 336Reads9.4Score—Shelves
15. 65 朱 Zhu Houzhao: The Worst Temple Name I'll Accept Is Shengzong 朱厚照：朕的庙号最次也得是圣宗 A Weary Bird Returns to Its Old Woods倦鸟落旧林Historical2.1M WordsCompleted [Ming Dynasty’s Zhu Houzhao + court intrigue + cracking down on corrupt officials + sweeping through Mongolia + crushing the barbarians + opening up a New World] Drowning from the start, with civil officials always trying to kill me! Crush the landlords and put the Ming economy under state ownership! Let the red flags fly and open up nine continents and five seas! Rule the entire world: from the founding to the fall of the Ming, none can rival us! 14.4kReads9.1Score1.3kShelves

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    The story of Zhu Houzhao in the Ming Dynasty is being updated steadily with a million words!

16. 66 两 The Romance of the Western and Eastern Jin 两晋演义 Cai Dongfan蔡东藩Historical574k WordsCompleted This book surveys the history from Emperor Wu of Jin, Sima Yan, who deposed Wei and proclaimed himself emperor, to Liu Yu, who brought the Jin dynasty to an end. It recounts major events including the Western Jin unification, Jia Nanfeng’s seizure of power, the War of the Eight Princes, the Yongjia Upheaval, the southward migration of the great clans, Zu Ti’s northern expedition, and Huan Wen’s northern campaign. The author presents the 156 years of the Jin dynasties as a history of internal str 112Reads9.3Score—Shelves
17. 67 开 The Romance of Creation 开辟演义 Ming-Zhou You明-周游Historical205k WordsCompleted This book combines three works: The Romance of Creation, The Story of King Wu’s Campaign Against Zhou, and The Life of Qin Shi Huang. The Romance of Creation, whose full title is The Popular Tale of the Evolution and Narration of Creation, begins with Pangu creating heaven and earth, then covers the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors, the Xia and Shang dynasties, and King Wu of Zhou’s campaign to punish the tyrant and save the people. Its narrative is rigorous, its portrayals of emperors vivid, 108Reads8.5Score—Shelves
18. 68 杨 The Yang Family Generals: The Original Tale 杨家将演义（原著） Xiong Damu熊大木Historical149k WordsCompleted The Yang Family Generals is a historical heroic romance by Ming dynasty writer Xiong Damu. Set in the early Northern Song dynasty, it tells of Yang Ye and his descendants, generations of loyal and valiant heroes who fought to defend their country. Through the Yang family's fierce battles and heroic defense of the frontier, the novel creates enduring figures such as Yang Ye, Yang Yanzhao, and Yang Zongbao, and celebrates the national spirit of loyalty to the emperor and country, courage, and unyi —Reads7.9Score—Shelves
19. 69 明 The Mountain Bandits Who Ruled the World at the End of the Ming Dynasty 明末之山匪霸天下 A Grain in the Vast Sea沧海粟Historical354k WordsOngoing An ordinary college student transmigrates back to the late Ming Dynasty and inherits his father’s position as the master of a remote mountain stronghold. From then on, his “happy” life begins! Feasting on meat and drinking bowl after bowl of wine? Dream on! He nearly starves to death and almost has to transmigrate again! Fine. To avoid going hungry and freezing, and, more importantly, to keep his head on his shoulders... Get to work, young man! The mountains are vast, and the opportunities a 14Reads6.4Score—Shelves

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    I'd like to recommend two books, not wish-fulfillment novels! They're very realistic, without any overpowered plot devices! Both books depict modern people who travel back to ancient times and struggle their way up from the very bottom to achieve success! They're written in a way that makes you feel like you're actually there, fighting your way through ancient times! The former is set in the late Ming Dynasty, with a slower pace, emphasizing both people's livelihoods and military affairs; the latter is an alternate history, focusing more on people's livelihoods with some military elements. Both are written in a way that makes you feel like you're actually there!

20. 70 陈 Chen Sanbao's Daily Struggles in Ancient Times 陈三宝古代奋斗日常 A Primordial Beast一只洪荒兽Historical1.5M WordsCompleted A modern-day hoodlum transmigrated into an unknown era and became Chen Sanbao, a member of the Chen family in Chenjia Village, at the foot of the Beilu Mountains! No golden finger, no pocket dimension, no protagonist’s halo. All he has is the everyday struggle of an ordinary person at the bottom of society! The protagonist is far from perfect. He’s impulsive and quick-tempered, has no advanced education or exceptional intelligence, longs for family affection, and feels compassion for the disadva 10.5kReads8.7Score747Shelves
21. 71 杨 The Romance of the Yang Family 杨家府演义 Anonymous无名氏Historical155k WordsCompleted The Romance of the Yang Family Generals is a historical novel by an anonymous Qing dynasty author. Centered on the legendary story of the loyal Yang Ye and his family fighting the Khitan Liao, it depicts several generations of the Yang family bravely resisting their enemies and serving their country. After Yang Ye dies in battle, his son Yang Yanzhao and grandson Yang Zongbao carry on his legacy and win many victories. The most celebrated episodes include Mu Guiying taking command and the twelve 79Reads9.4Score—Shelves
22. 72 说 The Complete Tale of Yue Fei: Two-Volume Set (Treasury of Chinese Classics: Illustrated Edition) 说岳全传：全2册（中国古典小说藏本：插图本） Qian Cai钱彩Historical425k WordsCompleted The Complete Story of Yue Fei, whose full title is The Expanded and Revised Account of Loyalty and Righteousness: The Complete Story of Yue Fei, consists of eighty chapters. The book mainly uses the events of Yue Fei's life recorded in official histories as its narrative framework, while drawing on folk tales, storytelling performances, and theatrical works about Yue Fei. It invents many plotlines and details, making the novel more vivid, colorful, and compelling than other works on similar subj 56Reads9.3Score—Shelves
23. 73 苏 The Biography of Su Dongpo (Complete in Three Volumes) 苏东坡传（全三册） Xu Baoyun许葆云Historical804k WordsCompleted The Biography of Su Dongpo is a historical novel trilogy by Xu Baoyun. It begins when the young Su Dongpo first makes his mark and becomes famous throughout the land, recounting his setbacks and hardships in officialdom, and ends with the ultimate romantic vision of his ascension to immortality. The books reveal the talent and sentiments of the literary giant Su Dongpo, while also reflecting the spiritual core and life experiences of traditional scholars who served at court. Set against a sweepi 311Reads9.5Score101Shelves

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    These books are easy to read and fun.

24. 74 在 I Am Liu Xuande 在下刘玄德 Ten Thousand Horses in White Robes万马白袍Historical773k WordsCompleted [Historical, not based on the Romance. Character appearances are inspired by the Romance.] “I am Liu Xuande, a descendant of Prince Jing of Zhongshan and a great-grandson of Emperor Xiaojing. I dream of restoring the Han, but my plans are shallow and my wits limited, and I have nowhere to call home!” No, that's wrong. Let's start again! The man standing before you is Emperor Zhaolie, who restored the Han three times! He rose to power in Zhuo County, led five hundred local volunteers to put down 664Reads7.5Score—Shelves

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    At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, Liu Bei's camp

25. 75 三 Liu Bei's Strategist of the Three Kingdoms 三国之刘备军师 Xuan Yi轩逸Historical1.6M WordsCompleted As the grand edifice crumbles, the world falls into chaos. The Han loses its mandate, and all under heaven vie for power. When kings rise up everywhere, who will become emperor? The Brilliant Martyr restores the dynasty and inherits the great mandate. Relive the passion of the Three Kingdoms, where top strategists face off. See how Chen Yi helps Liu Bei restore the Han. 1.5kReads8.5Score100Shelves
26. 76 慢 Wait, I'm Not Some Rat of Jiangdong 慢着，朕不是江东鼠辈 Windblown Love and Waves风吹爱浪Historical812k WordsCompleted What ancient elegance, what years like a song? What heroes and beauties, lovely as a painting? All there is is a brutal age of chaos in which tens of millions died. This blurb can't do the story justice, so I invite all you esteemed readers to head to the main text. 4.7kReads8.9Score275Shelves
27. 77 三 Three Kingdoms: The Road to Emperor Zhaolie 三国之昭烈之路 Feathers Falling Among the Clouds羽落云间Historical422k WordsCompleted He arrived in the era of the late Han Dynasty and became Liu Bei, then based in Pingyuan. Though he made use of a few things he knew in advance and struggled with all his might, a powerful force still pushed Liu Bei back onto his destined path. Of course, he must never give up, but press on through every hardship. 285Reads6.1Score—Shelves
28. 78 一 China's History: So Addictive You'll Read It in One Sitting, Volume 2 一读就上瘾的中国史2 Wen Boling温伯陵Historical166k WordsCompleted This is an era of great upheaval, when nations and individuals alike face unprecedented change. Some cling to life, while others face death without fear; Some see darkness, while others see light; Some defend their honor, while others cast aside their dignity. A History of China That Gets You Hooked, Volume 2, looks back at the great turning points in history: Zhang Qian's mission to the Western Regions, Li Shimin unifying the realm and becoming the Heavenly Khan, Zheng He's seven voyages to the 719Reads9.5Score317Shelves
29. 79 三 Three Kingdoms: Engineering Conquers the World 三国：工克天下 The Lame Taoist跛道子Historical1.0M WordsCompleted [Supporting Liu Bei + Political intrigue + No System + No cheat abilities] Technology lends a hand, political intrigue goes alongside it. The values are upright, and the written word carries the Way, setting the record straight. Zhuge Jun, a transmigrator, persuades Xu Shu and Zhuge Liang to assist Liu Bei. He lets everyone continually enjoy the benefits brought by technology and the people, then promotes technology, embraces the people, restores the Han dynasty, and rules the world. The early 12Reads7.9Score—Shelves
30. 80 和 Heshen: Master of Power 和珅：权力的玩家 Good Fortune and Happiness Beijing吉祥如意北京Historical631k WordsCompleted As a miniature reflection of the power structure during the Qianlong era, Heshen's life was forever entangled in the shadow of absolute imperial authority and the deep-rooted ills of the bureaucracy. From a penniless orphan living under another's roof in Lvrou Hutong to rising to the center of power through his gift for languages and financial acumen, his ascent was shaped by both the banner system and the emperor's political machinations. He was once a capable official who cleaned up the Minist 5.2kReads8.7Score414Shelves

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    Historical figure biography "Heshen: A Player of Power" [heart][heart][heart][heart][heart][heart][heart]

31. 81 三 Three Kingdoms: I Serve as Military Strategist for Ji Han 三国：我为季汉做军师 Wulu Chongzong五鹿充宗Historical253k WordsCompleted After a college student falls off a cliff during an outdoor adventure, he unexpectedly transmigrates to the late Han dynasty, during the Three Kingdoms period. Transmigration, rebirth, farming, political intrigue, no female lead. After his accidental fall, the protagonist transmigrates back to the late Han dynasty and contends with rival factions through wit and courage. In the end, he supports the Ji Han state and restores the Han dynasty. 9Reads—Score—Shelves
32. 82 汉 The Imperial Clan at the End of the Han Dynasty 汉末皇族 Deep Courtyard深院Historical946k WordsCompleted How could anyone dare lay a hand on the glorious Han Empire? The realm of the Liu family must ultimately be inherited by the Liu family. A soul forged over years as a modern-day petty official is placed into a person who never existed in the original history. What kind of brilliance can he bring to the tumultuous final years of the Eastern Han, when heroes rise on every side? I will preserve this Liu family realm for you, and in return, let me taste the unrivaled power this realm offers. In the 1.3kReads8.2Score102Shelves
33. 83 三 Three Kingdoms: The Big Shot of the Strategist World 三国：我，谋士界的扛把子 The Little Shrimp Grew Up小虾大了Historical992k WordsCompleted Chen Gu, a game designer, transmigrates to the late Han dynasty, during the Three Kingdoms era. He originally planned to keep his head down and stay out of trouble, but there’s nowhere to hide once chaos erupts! With no other choice, he sets out to help Liu Bei compete for the realm. The Five Tiger Generals of Shu, the Five Elite Generals of Wei, the Tiger Ministers of Jiangdong... They’re all coming home with me! Crouching Dragon, Young Phoenix, the Ghostly Strategist, the Poisonous Scholar... 1.3kReads8.5Score100Shelves
34. 84 三 Three Kingdoms: The Prodigal Son of Shu Han Sets Wolong Ridge Ablaze from the Start 三国：蜀汉败家子，开局火烧卧龙岗 Old Xing老刑Historical2.0M WordsCompleted Liu Mang was reborn as Liu Bei's eldest son, and the veteran transmigrator was overjoyed. After transmigrating ten times, he could return to the modern era and gain immortality. Just as Liu Bei was making his third visit to Zhuge Liang's thatched cottage, Liu Mang decided to stop the Crouching Dragon from joining him and finish his "death mission" as soon as possible. Liu Bei: "Only the virtuous and worthy can win the people's allegiance." Liu Mang: "Man is an animal that is selfish by nature, a 3.1kReads8.8Score307Shelves
35. 85 三 Three Kingdoms: Assisting Liu Bei from Liangzhou 三国：从凉州辅佐刘备 Birch of Coney Island科尼岛的柏桦Historical724k WordsCompleted In the final years of Emperor Ling of Han's reign, trouble stirred in Longyou. Fu Gan, son of Fu Xie, invited Liu Bei to develop Liang Province. The aristocratic families east of the passes looked down on Liu Xuande, but we people of Guanzhong welcomed him with open arms. When the realm descended into chaos, our Guanzhong troops would once again march out of the passes under Liu Bei's command and sweep across the land. 906Reads7.1Score102Shelves
36. 86 扶 The Worthy Adou 扶得起的阿斗 Strong Liquor洌酒Historical2.9M WordsCompleted “This boy is as clever as a demon. The Han Dynasty is destined to prosper!” Liu Bei cried excitedly, holding young A Dou aloft. “If Liu Adou isn’t eliminated, he’ll seize the realm one day!” Zhou Yu said through gritted teeth. “Ten Cao Zhis can’t match Liu Adou’s literary talent, and ten Cao Pis can’t match his skill at governing,” Cao Cao sighed. “Thank you, young lord, for saving my life.” Beneath Phoenix Drop Slope, Pang Tong bowed. “A Dou, ambush Lü Meng and Fancheng will fall today!” Guan Y 1.6kReads8.8Score185Shelves
37. 87 三 Three Kingdoms: A Backstabbing System, but I Help Liu, Not Cao 三国：坑爹系统，我偏助刘不助曹 Bright Moon by the North Window北窗明月Historical350k WordsCompleted [Light System] [Subverting conventions] [Reviving the Han dynasty] [Slow-burn start] [Not a power fantasy] [Abandoned by the author, read with caution. Recommended to skip straight to the extras.] Set in the world of Romance of the Three Kingdoms, this is not a historically rigorous novel. The story starts very slowly, but gets incredibly exciting later on. [P.S. If you find the slow start tedious, you can jump straight to Volume Four.] If you want to skip the plot, check the author’s note at th 511Reads—Score—Shelves
38. 88 三 Three Kingdoms: From the Start, I Kill the Fool of Wu 三国：开局斩杀吴下阿蒙 Li Xinqian李信谦Historical1.2M WordsCompleted [This story is entirely fictional. Any resemblance to actual people or events is purely coincidental.] In the winter of Jian'an 24, in the year 219, the celebrated general Guan Yu was defeated and killed by Eastern Wu, a tragedy that has weighed on countless hearts throughout history... A young man from modern times accidentally transmigrates into Zhou Cang during the Battle of Maicheng. At the brink of death, Zhou Cang uses his own abilities to turn the tide and save Guan Yu from disaster! He 591Reads7.4Score—Shelves
39. 89 回 Back to the Three Kingdoms: Starting in Xiapi to Help Liu Bei 回到三国从下邳开始帮助刘备 Birch of Coney Island科尼岛的柏桦Historical575k WordsCompleted [No System + Supporting Liu Bei] Li Yun of Danyang persuades Xu Dan in Xiapi to stop him from surrendering to Lu Bu, and instead asks him to help Liu Bei defend Xiapi. By changing the course of history and preventing Xiapi from falling, Li Yun goes on to help Liu Bei defeat Lu Bu, destroy Yuan Shu, take Jiangdong, join forces with Cao Cao against Yuan Shao, and restore the Han dynasty. 59Reads6.4Score—Shelves
40. 90 三 The Revival of Shu Han in the Three Kingdoms 三国之蜀汉中兴 Crow Shadows on a Cold Pond寒塘鸦影Historical5.0M WordsCompleted After the Three Kingdoms had split into three, Lu Meng crossed the river in white disguises and launched a surprise attack on Jingzhou. What would have happened if Guan Yu had been rescued? Liu Feng, who had transmigrated into this chaotic era, still wasn't used to crouching atop a galloping warhorse as he raced through the night toward Maicheng! 8.6kReads8.7Score732Shelves
41. 91 朕 I Am the Realm 朕即天下 Lonely Fox孤单的狐狸Historical371k WordsCompleted [Three Kingdoms] [Conquest] [No Heroine] [No System] [Restoring the Han] In the sixth year of Zhongping, beneath Beiman Slope north of Luoyang, the Han capital, Emperor Liu Bian stared down Dong Zhuo, his gaze sharp and unflinching. In a clear voice, he declared: “The realm does not belong to the realm’s people. The realm belongs to Me. All beneath Heaven is the emperor’s land. All who live within its borders are the emperor’s subjects!” “I am the realm!” “Governor of Bingzhou, would you rebel 59Reads6.9Score—Shelves
42. 92 开 Livestreaming the Terracotta Army to Qin Shi Huang from the Start 开局给秦始皇直播兵马俑 A Quietly Hardworking Little Slacker一只悄悄勤快的小拖沓Ancient Romance982k WordsCompleted [Fun History Livestream + No Romance + Just for Fun] "Good morning, everyone. Today we'll be visiting one of the Eight Wonders of the World, the Terracotta Army in the Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor." Ying Zheng, excited about the arrival of immortals: Is this my mausoleum? Liu Bang, drinking with Lady Qi in his arms: Hahaha, they even dug up the First Emperor's tomb and turned it into a tourist attraction! Liu Che, planning his campaign against the Xiongnu, glanced over: Once I've finished 543Reads8.8Score106Shelves

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    Historical novel!

43. 93 三 The Three Kingdoms: Four Oath Brothers in the Peach Garden 三国之桃园四结义 Exploding Bean Big PY爆豆大PYHistorical379k WordsCompleted Peng Yuyan is watching a Three Kingdoms TV drama when he transmigrates to a parallel version of the Three Kingdoms era and activates the System, which tasks him with forming a sworn brotherhood of four at the Peach Garden. He obtains Wing Chun, a Stand that can stop time, and a modern luxury mansion. Liu Bei: “Fourth Brother, is there anything you can't do?” (This book makes some changes to the historical events in the original. Readers who prefer the original historical timeline are not recomme 662Reads8.4Score102Shelves
44. 94 给 Showing Our Ancestors the Sky Screen to Right History’s Ancient Wrongs 给祖宗播放天幕，挽千古意难平 Frostlight of the Strange Moon异月霜华Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Historical livestream story with no romance] (Have you ever imagined the legendary age of seafaring in the Qin Dynasty, when the whole world competed to learn Qin? Have you ever imagined the Han Dynasty's age of conquest? It would have not only the legendary Huo Qubing and Wei Qing, but also the Han Imperial Women's Medical Academy and legendary female soldiers...) Qin Jiu was a history blogger just starting out. She had originally tried making history videos after losing her job, never expecti 24.1kReads9.1Score1.9kShelves
45. 95 三 Three Kingdoms: My Strategist Is a Fraud 三国：我家军师是神棍 Drinking Alone on a Rainy Night雨夜独酌Historical418k WordsCompleted [System] [Power Fantasy] [Strategy] [Comedy] [Farming] From the start, he follows Liu Bei and uses his talent for showing off to become Shu Han's top military strategist. He destroys the Eastern Japanese, pacifies the northern deserts, crosses to North America, conquers the Southern Seas, and helps Liu Bei unify the realm and become an emperor for the ages. Lü Bu: That's too brutal! Back in the day, Zhang Yuande knocked me out with a single staff blow at Hulao Pass. Zhang Fei: My fourth brother 8Reads6.6Score—Shelves
46. 96 历 History Livestream: Starting with the Amazing Taizongs 历史直播：从神奇的太宗们开始 Has There Been a Cat Today?今天有猫了吗Historical1.8M WordsCompleted From the start, the story takes stock of the Taizong emperors throughout history. Every Taizong is remarkable and unique, with buffs of his own. The Ming Taizong: destroyer of the Central Plains, conqueror of the northern deserts, connoisseur of Mongolian gazelle; The Song Taizong: a good younger brother to his elder sibling, leader of the Northern Song, and the charioteer of Gaoliang River; The Tang Taizong: instigator of a coup, Heavenly Khan of the Western Regions, and the people's eternal fa 9.9kReads8.5Score540Shelves
47. 97 东 Late Eastern Han: Starting as a Remnant of the Yellow Turbans 东汉末年：从黄巾余孽开始 Silly Little Demon呆小妖Historical1.1M WordsCompleted [No System]+ [No mindless wish fulfillment]+ [Civil officials and military generals]+ [Highly skilled protagonist]+ [Not a beginner's novel]+ [A realistic take on official history. Do not use Romance of the Three Kingdoms as a reference! Only Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei's appearances may be based on it!]+ [Readers who like mindless power fantasies should proceed with caution.] Wei Wu transmigrates by chance and finds himself a remnant of the Yellow Turban rebels. He has trained in martial ar 266Reads5.3Score—Shelves

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    The new book, set in the Three Kingdoms period, covers military strategy, tactics, people's livelihood, aristocratic families, imperial relatives, campaigns, sieges, field battles, a female protagonist, children, and foreign tribes. It includes all these elements. There is no harem. It features compassion, but not a saintly figure. It depicts the lives of ordinary people, the conquest of cities, the beheading of generals, and the assassination of spies. It also features prestigious families and marriage alliances. There is no system; the only advantage is the protagonist's high martial arts skills. It has a single female protagonist and no harem. Other historical female characters will appear, but they will not be part of the harem. For example, Cai Wenji.

48. 98 魂 Reincarnated as the Song Imperial Uncle, I Became the Top Boss of Water Margin 魂穿大宋皇叔，我成水浒总瓢把子 Paying the Utility Bills Late补交水电费Historical1.3M WordsOngoing [No System] [Not a brainless story] [Rebuilding Liangshan's strongest lineup] [Deep brotherhood] [Song Jiang, Li Kui, Sun Erniang, Wang Ying... none of them will be recruited] Zhao Yue's soul transmigrates to the Northern Song dynasty, where he becomes the uncle of Emperor Huizong, Zhao Ji, and a direct descendant of Emperor Taizu, Zhao Kuangyin. His nephew on the throne always looks at him with suspicion, while the treacherous ministers at court regard him as a thorn in their side. Fortunately, 104.9kReads8.5Score9.1kShelves

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    The Water Margin story about the struggle for supremacy is also good.

49. 99 水 Water Margin: I'll Help the Heroes Become High Officials! 水浒：我带好汉们当大官！ A Drop of Divine Rain一滴神灵雨Historical759k WordsOngoing [Climbing the Ranks] + [Big-Spender System] + [Imperial Exams] + [Underworld Bosses]! When others transmigrate into Water Margin, they form sworn brotherhoods and rebel. When I transmigrated into Water Margin, the System told me to lead the heroes into high office! The higher my brothers’ posts, the bigger my rewards! “Ding! Thanks to your efforts, Wu Yong has passed the metropolitan exam. Reward: the title ‘Mastermind’!” “Ding! Chao Gai has become the county commandant of Yuncheng. Reward: the 53.8kReads8.5Score5.7kShelves
50. 100 直 Livestreaming the Qing Dynasty's Nine Princes' Succession Struggle 直播清朝九子夺嫡 Lin Qing淋顷Ancient Romance240k WordsOngoing [Enlightening the people and building a socialist nation] The forty-eighth year of Kangxi’s reign An accident brings a sky screen before everyone’s eyes, changing their lives. [Teaching history through games. Hello, everyone, I’m Tang Yu. As always, let’s start with a game: The Life of Yinreng, China’s Last Crown Prince. If you were Yinreng, what would you choose? Faced with a heavy workload, you decide to: A. Give up and stop studying B. Slack off and pretend to study C. Father Emperor wants wh —Reads—Score—Shelves

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