Historical Fiction Recommendations 历史好书推荐

1. 401 烬 Chronicles of Burning Embers, Part One: Tang Embers: Smoke over Haidong 烬燃录第一部：唐烬：海东烟 Deng Zhifeng邓治锋Historical537k WordsOngoing During the Kaiyuan era of the Tang dynasty, Deng Zifeng, a transmigrator who knows how history will unfold, tries to prevent the golden age from collapsing, but becomes trapped in a perilous situation. He meets Kibi Sakurako, the daughter of a Japanese noble family torn by inner conflict, and the two become bound together by fate. They witness Japanese forces resorting to any means necessary to steal the Tang dynasty's “strength.” Hunted relentlessly by a mastermind working behind the scenes, th 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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   "The Record of Ashes" is a magnificent work that explores the rise and fall of civilizations and the rebirth of national spirit using an epic style spanning a thousand years.

2. 402 大 Tales from the Northern Frontier 大境北事 Everywhere on Old Journeys, There's More to Explore旧游无处不勘寻Historical282k WordsOngoing (If you feel the pacing is slow, you can start reading from Chapter 21.) The autumn night deepens as the last watch drips away, and dreams are hard to find. I lean alone against the railing in silence, facing the north wind. My old blue robe, my hollowed face: who can share this with me? Only the cold river and the moon, rushing away. (I love Li Yu's “Joyful Reunion” so much that after finishing the outline, I wrote my own take on it to set the tone. But don't worry, this story won't break your 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This is a story about power, family, and regret. The lights of the Daming Palace burned for thirty-seven years, illuminating the dragon throne, and also the countless bones of the dead. 🤗❤️😔😊❤️

3. 403 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. There is compassion, but no saintly figures. It depicts the lives of ordinary people, the conquest of cities, the beheading of generals, and the assassination of spies. It features prestigious families and marriage alliances. There is no system; the only cheat 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.

4. 404 楚 Chu Yunxing 楚云行 Peng Hu彭胡Historical1.8M WordsOngoing [No transmigration, no System, no formulaic tropes, no brainless decisions, no invincible protagonist, no wish-fulfillment. Read with caution if these bother you.] The history of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms + wuxia + political intrigue + a young hero’s legend + the mysterious Tang Mo Dao + homeland and humanity + love and hate + the traditional chapter-and-verse format = an epic historical wuxia saga of sweeping grandeur 55Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This rare historical martial arts novel set in the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period features intrigue, romance, power struggles, social life, military conflicts, vividly portrayed characters, meticulous historical research, and a traditional chapter-style writing style, making it a worthwhile read.

5. 405 北 King of the Northern Frontier: Starting with Faking My Death 北境之王：从假死开始 Woodenhead's Journal木头的日志Historical1.4M WordsCompleted Shen Yan, a top modern strategic analyst, awakens after an explosion to find himself in the body of Xiao Jingming, the poisoned, good-for-nothing fourth prince of the Great Yong dynasty. Facing certain death, he calculates every move with precision, feigns death with a silver needle, and sets an astonishing deception in motion. A “tragic accident” sets a fire. A charred corpse lets him slip away unnoticed. The emperor posthumously ennobles him, and his ceremonial tomb is sent to the northern fro 3.5kReads7.9Score379Shelves

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   He faked his death to escape, but got caught.

6. 406 魂 Reborn in Li Bai's Body? From the Start at Mawei Post Station, I Save Yang Yuhuan 魂穿李白？开局马嵬驿，我救玉环 Wanderer of Nanke南柯行者Historical1.2M WordsCompleted One of Tomato's rare gems. The An Lushan Rebellion, an exiled immortal and a noble consort, intrigue amid chaos, and fervent devotion to the nation. A man remains a boy until the day he dies. As he makes his way through life, apart from Yang Yuhuan, his unattainable first love, which of the colorful women of the Tang dynasty became his cinnabar-marked love? And who remained the one he could never let go? Most importantly, whether heroes or villains, everyone is sharp-witted. This story is entire 142Reads—Score—Shelves

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   A rare gem among Tomato's historical novels. The An Lushan Rebellion, the banished imperial concubine, power struggles in a chaotic world, and passionate patriotism. A man remains a boy until death; along his journey, besides Yang Guifei, his unwavering love, which of the many vibrant and extraordinary women of the Tang Dynasty became his cherished memory? Who else left him with unresolved regrets? Crucially, whether good or evil, all characters possess high intelligence. This alone surpasses 99.9% of Tomato's historical fiction. Highly recommended.

7. 407 开EN From the Start, Immortal for Eternity, Laying Low Until the End of Time 开局长生万古，苟到天荒地老 Purple Spirit Wind and Snow紫灵风雪Eastern Fantasy6.1M WordsCompleted [Published in print] [Not a wish-fulfillment story + tranquil daily life + lighthearted humor + no female lead + no tragedy + survival expert] Enter with caution. A longevity story told from the perspective of an immortal, spanning several great eras of cultivation. It begins in an ordinary mountain village, moves into a small domain, and then enters the vast world of cultivation, passing through the eras of flourishing development, golden prosperity, the collapse of the rules, the great dark up 563kReads9.7Score72.5kShelves
8. 408 这 The Real Story of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom 这才是太平天国 A Xiao's Rants阿晓来吐槽152k WordsOngoing With humor, extensive knowledge, and original insights, this book presents the most detailed, informative, compelling, perceptive, distinctive, and realistic account of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom. It follows official historical records strictly, prioritizing accuracy and rigor. Logical analysis and comparisons across multiple sources are used to distinguish fact from fiction, with no fabrication or made-up claims to mislead readers. 58Reads—Score—Shelves
9. 409 安 The Chronicles of Anton 安东志 Minor Official of the Border City边城小吏Historical697k WordsOngoing When Fang Muchuan was thirteen, he stood on the walls of Lin'an and asked Zhao Wenxiu, “Grandfather, what's beyond the mountains?” “Annan. And beyond that, the sea.” He had no idea that one day he would lead the elite soldiers of the garrison across those mountains. In the tenth year of Chongzhen's reign, the Ming dynasty was battered by storms. Garrison officers embezzled soldiers' pay and seized military farmland, driving soldiers and their families to flee in droves. To the north, the Jurchen 75Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Just read it, it's really well-written, and the plot is really good.

10. 410 商 A Comprehensive History of Commerce 商史通鉴 Mu Feng Wuchen, Branch Office沐枫无尘分号Historical1.5M WordsCompleted A sweeping historical novel that lays bare six centuries of power games in the Shang dynasty. No myths, no romanticized tales, only the truest human nature, the cruelest contests, and the deepest lessons of rise and fall. My writing on Shang history began with questions about the origins of Chinese civilization, and ended with a reunion with myself. The Shang dynasty was a pivotal era when the rites, royal authority, and divine power of Huaxia took shape together. Yet scarce historical records a 168Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The first comprehensive history of the Shang Dynasty in history, rich in content, profound and insightful, and rigorously and truthfully researched.

11. 411 千 The Thousand-Year War 千年之战 Square Root算术平方根Sci-Fi & Apocalypse187k WordsOngoing Our world is small, so small that some people go their entire lives without leaving their county, their city, or their country. Yet our world is vast. The stars we can see simply by looking up, shining brightly in the night sky, are celestial bodies like our Sun. There are 200 to 300 billion of them in the Milky Way alone, and more than two trillion galaxies comparable to the Milky Way in the universe. In this vast expanse, is Earth really the only planet with life? And on this seemingly unique 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Why isn't there anything about the Ming Dynasty?

12. 412 快 Quick, Let Duke Zhou Eat Some Meat 快让周公吃肉 Back to Yunnan归云南Historical1.3M WordsOngoing I transmigrated one day and became the famous Duke of Zhou, Ji Dan. Everyone praises me, saying, “The Duke of Zhou spits out his food to welcome worthy men, and all under Heaven turn to him.” But who knew I wasn’t practicing humility, I really just can’t stomach meat! The shadows of the blood sacrifices at Zhaoge haunt me. Just one bite of meat and I’m back in that slaughterhouse in my dreams. Within, scheming ministers watch like tigers; without, the rebellion of the Three Guards bears down. Th 68Reads—Score—Shelves
13. 413 风 When the Wind Rises, the Clouds Soar 风禾尽起云飞扬 Guest at the Deer’s Call鹿鸣客Ancient Romance381k WordsOngoing I was born to a military family in Yunzhou, on the frontier. My youth was marred by hardship, and I was sent far beyond the border. After surviving countless brushes with death, I finally returned. Then my father and brothers were framed, and I had no choice but to come to the capital to save them. Heaven be praised, they were unharmed. The emperor showed me kindness, and I bore him a son. In times of crisis, I rooted out treacherous officials, defended against foreign enemies, and safeguarded t —Reads8.3Score—Shelves

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    New book on the bestseller list, give it a thumbs up! A female border general rises to become an all-powerful Empress Dowager. In her eyes, there's not only the intrigue and treachery within the high walls of the palace, but also the well-being of countless people! Go for it, Wang Feiyun! Create your own golden age!

14. 414 大 The Might of the Great Tang: The Long Winds of the Celestial Strategies 大唐天威之天策长风 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Historical328k WordsCompleted In the chaotic final years of the Sui dynasty, the realm lies in ruins, smoke rises from battlefields, and the people are plunged into misery. A gifted child is born at the Wugong Guesthouse, marked by the auspicious signs of a dragon and phoenix. He is named Shimin, with the great ambition to bring peace to the people. Young Li Shimin is no idle boy. He studies military texts and masters riding and archery. At sixteen, he deploys a feint at Yanmen and drives back hundreds of thousands of Turk 9Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Biographies of Historical Figures

15. 415 仙 Hidden Among the Immortals: The Life of Tao Hongjing 仙隐：陶弘景传 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今18k WordsCompleted Immortal Seclusion: The Biography of Tao Hongjing 2Reads—Score—Shelves
16. 416 灯 Lantern Light Over Chang’an 灯影照长安 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今23k WordsCompleted Lamplight Over Chang'an 2Reads—Score—Shelves
17. 417 画 China in Pictures 3: The Spring and Autumn and Warring States Periods 画说中国3·春秋战国 Li Shuo李硕Historical98k WordsCompleted Chinese civilization has a long and rich history, full of twists and turns. Its many historical events and figures are intertwined in complex ways. The Eastern Zhou period was the first era of great upheaval in Chinese history. It saw many famous battles, the development of military theory, and the emergence of numerous idioms and anecdotes. One volume in a series, this book uses richly illustrated storytelling to recount the history of the Five Hegemons of the Spring and Autumn period and the S 8Reads8.5Score—Shelves

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    For Chinese history, there are even more books on the bookshelf, so please feel free to ask.

18. 418 玄 The Mystic Star Quells a Chaotic Age 玄星镇乱世 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Eastern Fantasy44k WordsCompleted During the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period, heaven and earth were in upheaval. Years of unending warfare threw the spiritual veins of the Nine Provinces into disarray and shifted the stars from their courses. A catastrophe was about to descend upon the mortal world. The Star Pivot Order governed celestial divination and the protection of spiritual veins. For generations, its members had taken it upon themselves to determine Heaven's will and safeguard the people, but the demonic Netherdar 4Reads—Score—Shelves
19. 419 神 Tycoon: Starting Out as a Second-Generation Loser 神豪：从负二代开始 Sword God of Wolong Slope卧龙坡剑神Urban108k WordsOngoing [Transmigration + System + tycoon] Ever had instant noodles? I eat them every day, and I try all kinds of flavors! Ever ridden the bus? I won't even take the cheap ones with air conditioning! Ever seen a phone? I swear, my dad has one too! The dating show's production team says: This is the most confident man in the world. The fan says: This guy can brag even better than I can. I should retire early. The tycoon System says: You're the one. It's time to end your fate as a twenty-generations-in-de —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    For those seeking a protagonist who becomes an extremely wealthy man, check out this one! Historical fiction, read "Cao Cao Travels Back in Time to Become Wu Dalang!"

20. 420 鬼 The Spirit Venerable of Guiguzi 鬼谷灵尊 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今20k WordsCompleted Ghost Valley Spirit Venerable 3Reads—Score—Shelves
21. 421 清 Tales of Love and Hate in the Qing Dynasty 清朝恩仇录 Wolu King沃鹿王Historical120k WordsOngoing As China’s last imperial dynasty, the Qing weathered 296 turbulent years, rising to glory before falling into decline. The rulers of the dynasty: At the height of its power, Emperor Kangxi had 35 sons and 20 daughters; by its final years, Tongzhi, Guangxu, and Xuantong had no children at all, leaving no heirs. The women of the imperial harem: Nurhaci’s principal wife, Abahai, was forced to die as a sacrificial offering at just 37; while Cixi, a consort of the Xianfeng Emperor, dominated the Qing —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [Laughs] Good student, model student! I just discovered this book, and I'm hooked! It connects the Qing Dynasty to modern history, showing how the Ming and Qing Dynasties started fighting each other. The historical facts aren't boring at all. I'm addicted! [Eating melon seeds]

22. 422 观 The Splendor of the Kingdom: Making a Visit to the King 观国之光：利用宾于王 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Historical30k WordsCompleted Behold the Splendor of the Land: A Guest at the King's Court —Reads—Score—Shelves
23. 423 过 The Expired Convenience Store 过期的便利店 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今16k WordsCompleted Expired Convenience Store 2Reads—Score—Shelves
24. 424 無 Wuwei 無為 Zi Lin Zhongchen梓林中臣Historical111k WordsOngoing This is a story of a world in chaos, set during China's most turbulent and brutal era: the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period. There is no Langya List-style master plan here, where everything is arranged in advance. Instead, it follows the protagonist's journey from a blank slate to the peak! There are setbacks, growth, lessons about life, realistic experiences of personal development, and the use of ancient military tactics. There are also political intrigue, checks and balances, strategy, —Reads6.9Score—Shelves

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    This is a story set in a chaotic era, against the backdrop of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period, one of the most turbulent and brutal periods in Chinese history. There is no time travel, nor is there any meticulously planned or arranged narrative like in the novel "The Legend of the Condor Heroes." Instead, there is only the protagonist's journey from a blank slate to the pinnacle of power! It features setbacks, growth, life lessons, realistic personal experiences, and the application of ancient warfare tactics. It also includes political intrigue, checks and balances, strategy, and the martial arts world! What is "wuwei" (non-action)? What is "youwei" (action)? But what is the ending? Please find the answers in the book itself.

25. 425 阴 The Hidden Talisman Records of Yan 阴符照燕录 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Historical19k WordsCompleted The Record of the Yan Kingdom, Illuminated by the Yin Talisman 1Reads—Score—Shelves
26. 426 人 Where the Man Called Jinu Once Lived 人道寄奴曾住 Zhongzhou Mu中州牧Historical278k WordsOngoing [History] + [Military] + [Liu Yu] + [Wei, Jin, and Southern and Northern Dynasties] + [Hilarious] + [China] + [The First Emperor of the Southern Dynasty] Among sloping sunlight, grassy trees, and ordinary lanes, there appeared a man who took down [six emperors], a true [six-emperor slayer]! This man, who seemed as mighty as if he’d eaten a dinosaur’s penis, was Liu Yu, Emperor Wu of Song, a ruler destined to quell chaos and establish a new dynasty. He is well worth your anticipation. A brief pau —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    History teachers all say it's good

27. 427 秦 Qin Shi Huang: The Spirit Cauldron Arc 秦始皇·灵鼎篇 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今17k WordsCompleted Qin Shi Huang: The Spirit Cauldron Arc 4Reads—Score—Shelves
28. 428 穿 I Transmigrated into an Invincible Ming Dynasty Emperor 穿越成无敌的明朝皇帝 Fresh Ideas Make Literature More Exciting标新愿文学更精彩Historical530k WordsOngoing A thrilling historical tale, with no frustrating setbacks, beautiful women, and a hero who plays the pig to eat the tiger... Zhu Shaolong, a college student with a day job and an invincible Celestial Venerable, carries the memories of his previous life as an Immortal Venerable into the body of Zhu Youxiao, the carpenter emperor of the late Ming! Six hidden treacherous ministers scheme in secret, laying traps at every turn. The Tianqi Explosion is imminent, factional infighting is tearing apart t 144Reads9.5Score—Shelves

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    The book provides a very rigorous and concise description of the history of the late Ming Dynasty, the reasons for its demise, and important historical figures! It also features the stunning beauty of Cleopatra!

29. 429 空 An Empty Fate, A Player at the Board 空命执棋 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今29k WordsCompleted Playing the Game with an Empty Fate —Reads—Score—Shelves
30. 430 大 Great Ming: My Dad Is Gone from the Start 大明：开局爹没了 Incoherent Gorky语无伦次高尔基Historical614k WordsOngoing A young internet troublemaker from the twenty-first century transmigrates into the Ming dynasty as Chang Mao, eldest son of the legendary general Chang Yuchun. Starting without a golden finger, how will he keep Zhu Biao alive, steer the Ming dynasty toward a golden age, and conquer the world? And as Zhu Yuanzhang’s favorite nephew, Zhu Biao’s close confidant, Zhu Xiongying’s beloved uncle and godfather, and Zhu Di’s nightmare, the one who makes him grind his teeth in frustration, Chang Mao looke —Reads8.0Score—Shelves

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    This is a super good historical article

31. 431 残 The Early Years of the Late Tang 残唐初土 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今Historical29k WordsCompleted The Early Years of the Late Tang 1Reads—Score—Shelves
32. 432 再 Pacifying the Troubled Times Again 再平乱世 Mu Yuehuai牧月怀Historical200k WordsOngoing No transmigration, no rebirth, no fantasy, no System. An alternate history. If you find the first few chapters hard to get into, try skipping ahead to Chapter 50. Because of an emperor’s deep suspicion, Pei Rong, the Pillar of State who had destroyed three of the seven kingdoms during a time of chaos, was framed and killed. His wife took her own life after him, and their eighteen-year-old son, Pei Mu, inherited the ducal title. Now the royal family wants to take his wife as well. Yet the Northe 5Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A good book about alternate history.

33. 433 东 Mystic Arts of Dongshan: The Qin Dynasty’s Downfall 东山玄相：肥水折秦 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今21k WordsCompleted Eastern Mountain's Mystic Physiognomy: The Qin Dynasty's Fertile Lands 5Reads—Score—Shelves
34. 434 五 May and Anran 五月与安然 Smiling with a Humble Heart下心含笑Historical537k WordsCompleted This is a work of autobiographical fiction mixed with transmigration. It tells the story of Liu He, the only person in Chinese history to have been emperor, king, marquis, and commoner, as he is reincarnated, and of a transmigrator who rewrites the falsified history of the Western Han to restore Liu He’s good name and clear him of blame. With history, love, and philosophy as its themes, the novel uses allegory, parables, and rambling reflections to portray one person’s growth and pursuit of purp 1.9kReads9.6Score134Shelves

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    Historical fiction, super good!

35. 435 山 The Classic of Mountains and Seas: Kunlun Ruins 山海经·昆仑墟 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今26k WordsCompleted Classic of Mountains and Seas: Kunlun Ruins 7Reads—Score—Shelves
36. 436 庙 The Road Ahead in Court 庙堂前路 Bubble Tea, No Milk Please买奶茶不要奶Historical47k WordsOngoing Also known as The First Chancellor of Tianqi. The age of chaos has passed, and the realm is united. When asked about the road ahead, the question concerns both a person’s career and fate and the future direction of the court. Winning an empire is hard, but holding on to it is harder. In the early days of Tianqi, the court seems peaceful on the surface, but undercurrents are already stirring. Born into an official family, he must expose every plot and scheme as he rises to the top. A tale of poli —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Not a mindless, brainless face-slapping novel!!! This is an ancient officialdom novel, and I just want to say it's pretty good; the story structure is quite complete. The main story is about the rise of the first prime minister of Tianqi, and his subsequent decline in officialdom due to some unavoidable hardships. It's a new book, not too long yet, so it's worth adding to your bookshelf. You can wait until it's more complete before reading! If you don't like it, reply: This book is really good! "ψ(`∇´)ψ

37. 437 藏 The Evening Breeze Hidden in My Heart 藏在心底的晚风 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今27k WordsCompleted The Evening Breeze Hidden in My Heart 2Reads—Score—Shelves
38. 438 穿 Transmigrate to Republican-Era China: I’m a Descendant of the Guanzhong Knifemen 穿越民国我是关中刀客的后人 West Wind, Green Ant Wine西风绿蚁Urban1.3M WordsCompleted After an accident, a rock-climbing instructor transmigrates back to the Guanzhong region during the Republican era. On his very first day, he discovers that bandits have slaughtered his family. It is the year the Japanese invade China, when the nation is broken and families are torn apart. The Xi’an Incident brings the Nationalists and Communists to an understanding: brothers may fight among themselves, but together they must resist foreign aggression. Against this backdrop, family vengeance and 69Reads9.2Score—Shelves

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    The most ruthless time-travel novel ever! A rock climbing instructor falls into the hellish era of the Republic of China. He and his lover, driven by their family feud, carve a blood oath on a stone tablet with rock spikes: "We will climb to our deaths until we drive the Japanese devils into the sea!"

39. 439 9 Historical Truths 99% of People Don't Know 99%的人不知道的历史真相 White Deer Calls白鹿鸣Historical116k WordsCompleted The famous general Li Guang never received a marquisate in his lifetime. Was it because of his temperament, or did fate simply deal him a cruel hand? Why did the “Monk Emperor,” who devoted himself to Buddhism, meet the absurd end of starving to death? Was the celebrated Di Renjie a great chancellor or the Tang dynasty's very own Detective Conan? Did Tang Bohu really meet the lovely Qiuxiang? Was there truly a tearjerking, once-in-a-lifetime romance between a poet and a maid? Tang dynasty prince 627Reads9.3Score106Shelves
40. 440 我 I Wove Brocade Using Ancient Techniques and Took the Internet by Storm 我靠古法织锦，爆红全网 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今16k WordsCompleted I Went Viral Online with Ancient Brocade-Weaving Techniques 3Reads—Score—Shelves
41. 441 海 All Under Heaven of Hailing 海陵天下 Wanyan Da Beile完颜大贝勒Historical1.1M WordsOngoing Though he was the most outstanding member of the third generation of the imperial family, he had been stripped of his right to inherit the throne from childhood. Caught up in the struggle for imperial power, he longed to live as a carefree prince, but could not. Since he could not have what he wished for, he made a mighty vow: to make all affairs of state his own, lead armies to conquer nations and bring their rulers to justice, and take the most beautiful women in the world as his wives. The ro —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    No time travel, no systematic approach, only for history buffs.

42. 442 灵 The Hidden Treasures of the Spirit Pivot 灵枢天藏 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今28k WordsCompleted The Celestial Treasury of the Spirit Pivot 8Reads—Score—Shelves
43. 443 玄 Li Mi, the Mystic Chancellor: Divining the Cosmos and Aiding Four Dynasties as an Immortal 玄相李泌：易数定乾坤，仙踪辅四朝 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今20k WordsCompleted Li Mi, the Mystic Chancellor: Divination Sets the World in Order, an Immortal Aids Four Reigns 3Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 444 玄 The Mystic Pivot: Zhang Heng’s Record of Heavenly Secrets 玄枢：张衡天机录 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今29k WordsCompleted The Mystic Pivot: Zhang Heng's Record of Celestial Secrets 6Reads—Score—Shelves
45. 445 遁 The Mysterious Pivot of Dunjia: Eight Gates That Guard the World 遁甲玄枢：八门镇世 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今30k WordsCompleted The Mysteries of Dunjia: Eight Gates Subdue the World —Reads—Score—Shelves
46. 446 命 The One Whose Fate Record Was Left Blank 命籍留白者 Leisurely Through Past and Present闲中古今23k WordsCompleted The One Whose Fate Record Is Blank 1Reads—Score—Shelves
47. 447 大 The Iron-Boned Ming, Zhu Qizhen the Fortress Emperor 大明硬骨头，堡宗朱祁镇 Book Silkworm书蚕虫Historical204k WordsOngoing [No System, no golden finger, no overpowered protagonist, no crushing everyone with brute force] On the eve of the Tumu Crisis, he transmigrates as Zhu Qizhen and is emperor for just one day. Why did Zhu Qizhen clear Wang Zhen's name? Was the Zhu Qizhen who returned to power in history really the same man? Did the Ming dynasty truly begin its decline with him? Of the sixteen Ming emperors, how many met a clear-cut end? He must survive first. Only then can he think about anything else. With three 1.1kReads—Score117Shelves

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    No system, no cheat codes, no overpowered protagonist. On the night of Tumu Fortress, he transmigrated, only to discover a paradox: how did Zhu Qizhen die at Tumu Fortress? Zhu Qizhen struggled to survive in the northern deserts, while Zhu Qiyu desperately held on to the Ming Dynasty. Two parallel storylines, one overt, one covert. This is the Ming Dynasty's toughest bone, its coldest blade. …

48. 448 扶 Fusu: This Time, I'm Claiming the Throne 扶苏：这一次皇位我坐定了 Dumb Cat Isn't That Dumb呆猫不呆呆Historical1.2M WordsOngoing [Great Qin] [Political Intrigue] [Conquest] [No System] I am Fusu, the eldest prince of Great Qin. The heavens have given me another chance at life, and this time I will reclaim everything that belongs to me. In this age of fierce contention, anyone with the blood to fight will rise up and struggle. How could I let Great Qin fall after only two generations? I will quell internal strife, bring the Hundred Schools of Thought under my banner, strike the Xiongnu in the north, pacify the Baiyue in th 30Reads6.7Score—Shelves

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    With sharp penmanship, the novel depicts the political intrigues of the court; vivid characters portray the power struggles and intrigues; profound historical depth showcases the charm of history; rigorous logic fills in the regrets of dynasties; and the novel allows readers to travel through time and explore the legends of emperors. With its exquisite writing, the novel creates masterpieces!

49. 449 姚 The Romance of Yao Guangxiao 姚广孝演义 Yu Xiang羽翔Historical198k WordsCompleted Yao Guangxiao, whose Buddhist name was Daoyan, came from a family of doctors but favored strategy. He was not driven by hardship to become a monk, yet he entered the clergy at a young age. Though he had taken religious vows, he was deeply involved in politics. He did not serve Hongwu or Jianwen, but instead threw his support behind the Prince of Yan. Though he had never endured the hardship of a decade of study, he went on to lead the compilation of the Yongle Encyclopedia. He helped plan milita 429Reads9.4Score—Shelves
50. 450 李 Li Chengqian: I Really Don't Want to Be Emperor 李承乾：我真不想当皇帝 I'm Almost Out of Battery我快没电了Historical1.0M WordsCompleted In 643 AD, the seventeenth year of the Zhenguan era, Crown Prince Li Chengqian was accused of plotting rebellion, stripped of his title, and exiled to Qianzhou. A year and a half later, he died at the age of twenty-six. When news reached Chang'an, Li Shimin was overcome with grief and wept uncontrollably. Li Chengqian had thought his life was over. But when he opened his eyes again, he found himself back on the eve of his rebellion. Given a second life, he would reclaim everything that had once 2.8kReads6.9Score167Shelves

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