A Classic Historical Romance Recommendation for a Well-Read Woman 给文化层次高的女生，推荐一本古言小说

1. 451 我EN I'm Not a God of Theater 我不是戏神 Three Nine Sound Domain三九音域Urban4.0M WordsCompleted The brand-new masterpiece by San Jiu Yin Yu, author of Slay the Gods | Winner of the Best Science-Fiction Web Novel Award at the Macau International Science Fiction Awards | A Chinese grotesque epic that turns the tide of an era After a scarlet meteor streaked across the sky, human civilization ground to a halt. From that day onward, humanity could no longer build a rocket, a nuclear bomb, an airplane, a car... The pyramid of civilization built upon modern science collapsed with a thunderous roa 1.7MReads9.9Score181.2kShelves
2. 452 十EN Ten Days to the End 十日终焉 Pest Control Team Member杀虫队队员Mystery3.2M WordsCompleted 2024 Tomato Novel Annual Peak Rankings TOP 1 | 2024 China Online Literature Influence List | 2024 China Good Novel Award | Over 2 million copies sold (No harem, no formulaic tropes, no invincibility, no System, no mindless antics, no wish fulfillment. Read with caution if these bother you.) Just when I thought it was an ordinary day, I discovered I had been captured and taken to the End. Just when I thought I could escape by continually taking part in death games, people began awakening supernat 1.7MReads9.9Score207.7kShelves
3. 453 大 The Great Yu Female Tutor 大禹女师 Guanglin Tricycle广林三蹦子Ancient Romance289k WordsCompleted (Also known as: After Becoming the Matriarch, I Became the Whole Dynasty's Mentor) Qian Yixiang, a female professor of Chinese literature, worked through the night on her dissertation and died suddenly. When she opened her eyes, she had become the matriarch of an ancient marquis's household. The good news: she was alive. The bad news: she was on her third burial shroud. No golden finger, no System, and a whole family of wolves circling her. After working herself to death through cutthroat compet 13Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Women should be the sky, the highlight of this book

4. 454 烟EN Misty Rain Tower 烟雨楼 A Night of Misty Rain一夕烟雨Eastern Fantasy9.5M WordsOngoing [The print edition is now available nationwide at all major retailers] "Traditional xuanhuan" "No harem" In the land of Jiuzhou stands a tower called the Misty Rain Tower. Its master, Li Qingzhi, is hailed as a peerless prodigy, holding life and death in his hands beneath the cover of night. Yet what the world doesn’t know is that someone else stands behind the Misty Rain Tower, its true founder. Using the guise of a spoiled young master as cover, he manipulates the winds and clouds and plots ac 868.2kReads9.6Score68.1kShelves
5. 455 春 A Lovely Spring Day 春日好时光 April Thirty-Three四月三三Ancient Romance445k WordsCompleted [Completed, no rebirth or transmigration.][A peaceful rural life, a rugged man meets a beauty, and ordinary people make a life together.] Song Shu trembled and cried, “Please spare me, grim reaper!” But the terrifying man took off his demon mask and gently said, “Don't be afraid, miss. I'm a good person.” She just wanted to get rid of this dangerous man as soon as possible and never see him again. But he said in a gruff voice, “I can never repay you for saving my life. The only thing I can do i 10.1kReads9.3Score1.4kShelves

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   A pure ancient Chinese romance, a relatively simple love story. There's no time travel or cheat codes, so it's not particularly demanding; a light and easy read for leisure time. The author's writing is excellent, and they've done a lot of research to avoid just padding the story. Every character is well-developed and relatable. The first time they met was when the protagonist was forced to leave home; the second time was when he was being pursued by government soldiers. The male lead appears careless but is actually very sensitive.

6. 456 一 A Blossom, A Cup of Wine, An Immortal Life 一花一酒一仙人，亦眠亦醉亦长生 Eat a Billion Less少吃亿点Eastern Fantasy1.0M WordsCompleted [This book is also known as The Nine Tales of Peach Blossom Spring] [The print edition of The Nine Tales of Peach Blossom Spring goes on sale at 7 p.m. on November 15!] [Immortality + taking disciples + no female lead + lighthearted comedy, no tearjerkers] When your master serves food, you spin the table; when your master chants a spell, you chatter away. When your master rests, you sing; when your master sleeps in, you bang on a pot. Your master is immortal, but your life is short; your master 198.1kReads9.5Score24.7kShelves
7. 457 摄 The Regent's Uncle's Little One Is Begging for Affection Again 摄政王皇叔家的崽崽又撒娇了 Ye Buhong叶不鸿Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Complete] In her previous life, Murujin devoted herself to the crown prince, only to have her position as empress taken away, her military seal confiscated, and a cup of poisoned wine sent to kill her in the Cold Palace. Three years later, Murujin is reborn. She swears to overthrow the emperor and plunge the kingdom into chaos! Word has it that the usually aloof Prince Regent Qi Junxian now has a willful little girl by his side, one who sweetly calls him "Uncle Emperor." "Your Highness! The you 17.7kReads9.4Score2.3kShelves

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   This book weaves together rebirth, revenge, and extreme favoritism within a single ancient romance novel. Mu Rujiu returns with the piercing hatred of the poisoned wine of her past life, determined to overthrow the old order, only to fall into the unique indulgence of Regent Qi Junxian. On one side is the sharp edge of seeking revenge against those who betrayed her, and on the other is the tenderness of unconditional support and protection. The clash of swords and intrigue intertwine with deep affection, as she breaks free from the shackles of her past life, growing freely under his protection. The exhilarating revenge and the poignant, two-way emotional entanglement are exceptionally moving.

8. 458 定 Still the Frost and Dust 定霜尘 Return Slowly with You与君缓缓归Two Male Leads153k WordsCompleted Shen Shuang, the legitimate daughter of a distinguished family, was granted a marriage by imperial decree, making her the envy of everyone in the capital. But with the wedding fast approaching, her fiancé secretly kept a concubine and sullied her good name. Rumors spread, her family was disgraced, and trouble brewed beneath the surface. Everyone advised her to swallow her anger, accept her fate, and bow her head. But Shen Shuang refused to yield to the storm. She tore the corrupt schemers to pie 16Reads—Score—Shelves

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   A delicately written ancient romance novel suitable for girls.

9. 459 折 Spring Breeze, Broken to Pieces 折尽春风 Shi Jin是今Ancient Romance280k WordsCompleted She is the eldest daughter of the provincial governor’s household. She sees through worldly affection, and only money can make her feel secure! He is the great general of the chancellor’s household. He has witnessed every kind of hardship, yet the one thing he can never forget is the smile on her face when she sees money. At their first meeting, he seemed to step out of a painting in shades of lush green, the mountain wind billowing his robe and dazzling everyone who saw him. At their second mee 9.8kReads9.5Score1.1kShelves

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   I'm recommending this new book. The female protagonist uses her knowledge of chemistry to solve problems, crack cases, outwit criminals, and run a business. She manages to balance career and love perfectly.

10. 460 神 The Spirit Doctor Princess's Case Files I: Mysteries of the Nine Hells 神医灵妃诡事录一之九幽疑云 Yang Shiliu杨十六Mystery275k WordsCompleted Thanks for asking. I’m in Nanling, and I just climbed out of a coffin. My name is Mu Jingyu. The moment I opened my eyes, I was lying in the flimsy coffin the Mu family had prepared for me. My biological mother and stepfather couldn’t stand the sight of me, my fiancé cheated with my stepsister, and the original owner died horribly? Wow, this is a hell-level start. Reborn in Nanling, where I’m opening new levels. Who am I? I’m Mu Jingyu, an heir to a spiritual vein in the 21st century. I can see 4.3kReads8.9Score674Shelves

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    Yang Shiliu's books are all pretty good.

11. 461 好 As Though I Have Powerful Backing 好似有靠山 Shu Guimei舒归妹Ancient Romance445k WordsCompleted [One-on-one romance + healing + age gap + coming-of-age + a touch of possessive romance] After both her parents died, Gu Xixi had no choice but to rely on her only remaining relative, her maternal uncle. Though he was ruthless and calculating, he did take reasonably good care of her. But could someone explain why this uncle of hers was getting stranger and stranger? Who was it that tore away the facade of family affection, wanting more? Who fell without realizing it? And who walked into the gate 218Reads—Score107Shelves

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    The male lead in this book is truly outstanding! (*^∀^))👍🏻 It's a story of raising a character, with a touch of forceful acquisition. The male lead is meticulous, calculating, sharp-tongued, and vengeful—a very well-developed character. Although the female lead is somewhat weak under his care, she's still quite adorable [smirk]. Highly recommend reading this!

12. 462 靠 With Chemistry, a Spoiled Young Lord Makes a Comeback as Empress 靠化学：纨绔世子逆袭成皇后 Feng Zeng'an凤曾谙Ancient Romance128k WordsOngoing [Woman disguised as a man + lighthearted + wits and strategy + romance + mystery-solving + two strong leads] Qin Fuyin was a chemical engineer. After transmigrating, she had to play two roles: take her twin brother’s place as heir to the Marquis of Shuobei, while also serving as the head of the Qintai Pavilion in the capital. The heir was a woman disguised as a man, yet the Third Prince had her dress as a woman and attend the Night Tansy Gathering. The heroine’s inner monologue: Are you messing 2Reads—Score—Shelves
13. 463 神 The Divine Doctor and Poison Princess 神医毒妃 Yang Shiliu杨十六Ancient Romance4.1M WordsCompleted A descendant of a family of poison doctors in the 21st century, she possesses extraordinary gifts and excels equally at medicine and poison. One day, she transmigrates and becomes Bai He ran, the legitimate daughter of the Duke of Wen’s household in the Eastern Qin Dynasty. Her birth mother is dead, her father refuses to acknowledge her, her stepmother holds power, and her sisters are false-hearted. Her fighting spirit blazes to life. In this life, she will live by her own rules. Those who bully 14.6kReads9.3Score3.9kShelves
14. 464 椒 Jiaofang Palace 椒房殿 Bluebird of Love and Moonlight风月青鸟Ancient Romance240k WordsCompleted [Palace intrigue + legendary tales + female ensemble cast + imperial court and nobility + political scheming + tragic romance + episodic stories] Jiaofang Palace, a magnificent residence that represents power and status. The women of the imperial harem all vie for the chance to live there, A battlefield without gunfire, a silent struggle to the death. Over two hundred years, who has lived in Jiaofang Palace, and what kind of lives did they lead? Eighteen deeply moving stories, Taking you through 817Reads9.1Score104Shelves

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    These books are either written from a female perspective, contain historical elements, or deal with personal growth as well as themes of justice and love.

15. 465 神 The Divine Doctor's Daughter 神医嫡女 Yang Shiliu杨十六Ancient Romance4.0M WordsCompleted Feng Yuheng, a renowned physician skilled in both Chinese and Western medicine in the 21st century and a senior military doctor in the ground forces, transmigrates with a bang into the body of the Feng family's legitimate daughter in the Great Shun Dynasty. Unfortunately, her father doesn't care for her, her grandmother doesn't love her, her mother is timid, her younger brother is still a child, and her sisters are each more vicious than the last. Reborn in a new life, she absolutely refuses to 27kReads9.3Score4.3kShelves
16. 466 成 After We Married, I Turned the Young Lord into a Hopeless Romantic 成亲后，我把世子变成恋爱脑 Cat Who Loves Being Second爱做老二的猫Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted A young woman from modern times accidentally transmigrates into the body of a pampered legitimate daughter in a wealthy merchant family in ancient Jiangnan. Gifted with a photographic memory from childhood, she studies hard and masters all kinds of talents, determined to make herself exceptional so she can change her fate. After a chance encounter catches his eye, she marries into the Duke of Zhenguo's household as a merchant's daughter and becomes the heir's wife. Later, she uses her intelligen 5.7kReads7.6Score498Shelves

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    The female lead is intelligent, beautiful, and quick-witted; she has a wonderful, considerate, and meticulous character. It's a very exciting and enjoyable watch; highly recommended.

17. 467 假 The Fake Playboy and the Untouchable Beauty 假纨绔与高岭花 Puffpaw噗爪Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Su Qi transmigrated into the body of a good-for-nothing playboy who dressed as a man, with a notorious reputation and a pile of romantic entanglements. Worst of all, she had flirted with the untouchable ice-cold beauty, Xue Jinghan, the imperial chancellor. Forced to take the blame, Su Qi came face to face with Xue Jinghan. Su Qi: “If I told you I'm not Su Qi, would you believe me?” Xue Jinghan: “Hmph.” Xue Jinghan looked down on Su Qi. She was a heartless flirt who left a trail of devastation i 501Reads8.8Score103Shelves

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    The plot unfolds with layer upon layer of climaxes, featuring one complex and well-developed male supporting character after another, each with their own compelling emotions and deeply fleshed-out personalities. The character of Su Qi, in particular, is not a flat, two-dimensional figure, but a multi-dimensional one. Furthermore, the book's logic is impeccable. Highly recommended; I also highly recommend another book by this author.

18. 468 簪 The Record of Hairpins (Complete in 4 Volumes) 簪中录（全4册） A Chilly Breeze on Either Side侧侧轻寒Mystery992k WordsCompleted The little red fish Agashnie, which feeds on human blood; the mysterious talisman that had followed Li Shubai for years; Empress Wang, the peerless beauty of the Daming Palace; three clusters of doodles written by the late emperor himself before his death; a marriage contract made with Wang Yun in their youth... Every mystery returns to its point of origin. Every choice remains beyond anyone’s control, as impossible to resist or escape as fate itself. Yang Chonggu has returned to the palace and 17.3kReads9.7Score2.8kShelves

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    🌈The female lead, Shen Li (Zhao Liying), falls to the mortal realm after being seriously injured while trying to escape an arranged marriage by the male lead, Xing Zhi (Lin Gengxin). She is rescued by Xing Yun and begins living together in the human world for more than half a year. Shen Li is warmed by Xing Yun's small acts of kindness and suddenly realizes her feelings, confessing her love directly. In the end, to save Xing Yun, she sacrifices 500 years of her cultivation and is captured and taken back to the spirit world.

19. 469 神 The Divine Doctor and the Demon Empress 神医魔后 Yang Shiliu杨十六Ancient Romance2.6M WordsCompleted A descendant of the Xuanmai lineage in the 21st century transmigrates one day into the body of Ye Wenyan, the fourth daughter of a first-rank general's household in the Northern Qi Kingdom. Her father died unjustly, her mother was cast aside, and the old madam turned ruthless and kicked her when she was down. Her second uncle and aunt used every trick in the book to murder her and silence her. Her third sister stole her fiancé and humiliated her by making her a concubine. The infamous witch of t 8.9kReads9.1Score1.1kShelves
20. 470 姐 Sis, I’ve Become An Lingrong’s Dad! 姐，穿成了安陵容她爹！ Big Yellow Peach in a Jar大黄桃罐罐Female-Channel Fanfiction887k WordsOngoing The rating has only just come out, so it'll go up. Don't miss it, everyone! I opened my eyes and found that after dying from overwork, I'd become An Bihuai, the most useless father in Empresses in the Palace. The good news: my daughter An Lingrong has just entered the palace, and her fate is still unwritten. The bad news: one of us is the lowliest county magistrate, and the other is the most impoverished palace candidate. I slapped the table and rose to my feet. In this age of competing through 9.6kReads8.9Score692Shelves
21. 471 小 That Little Brat's Always Causing Mischief, and Her Parents Can't Stop Grinning 小鼻嘎不过作作妖，爹娘被哄翘嘴 Piggy Who Loves Cilantro吃香菜的猪猪Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Comedy] [Beloved by the Whole Family] [Wins Over Everyone] [A Touch of Political Intrigue] [The Female Lead Returns] [Her Future Love Interest Is Murong Yan] [Original title: The Little Brat Only Causes Trouble, Yet Somehow Wins Her Parents Over] [Talkative, sharp-tongued heroine whose mouth moves faster than her brain ❤️ Hero reborn nine times, with eight hundred tricks up his sleeve] Luo Yan transmigrates into a book, where her entire family consists of villains. Her scumbag father is the vil 43.6kReads9.0Score7kShelves

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    Highly recommend "The Tea Scheme of Bashan Chushui: Little Nose's More Acts and Madness!" Unlike countless typical "true or false heiresses" novels, this one boasts a fresh and captivating premise. The female lead is clear-headed and insightful, not love-struck; the core plot revolves around saving the villain's family and surviving. The writing style is humorous and down-to-earth, seamlessly blending modern tropes with ancient Chinese elements. The sibling rivalry and father-daughter entanglements are incredibly engaging. There's no female rivalry or a malicious female lead clinging to the story; the entire family is there for each other, evolving from mutual hostility to unanimous support—a sweet and satisfying read worth staying up all night to finish.

22. 472 回 The Spring Renewal Pharmacy 回春药铺 The Coldest Days Are Coming小寒将至Ancient Romance432k WordsCompleted [Pure historical romance + no rebirth or transmigration + revenge + political intrigue] Every thrilling tale begins in a little apothecary. After a chance encounter, a master and apprentice who have both suffered the slaughter of their families and endured countless hardships find themselves facing powerful enemies. They have no choice but to assume secret identities and disappear into the bustling streets of the capital, plotting carefully and advancing step by step as they seek revenge, stirri 19kReads9.4Score2.5kShelves
23. 473 傻 The Foolish Girl Returns 傻女归来 The Coldest Days Are Coming小寒将至Ancient Romance800k WordsCompleted [Strong female lead]+ [No CP]+ [Revenge]+ [Political intrigue]+ [Decisive and ruthless]+ [Multiple secret identities]+ [Strong allies] Suffering can wear down a person’s resolve and break their backbone, but it can also awaken their potential and forge a new beginning. When Lian Hui was five, a sudden illness took both her parents. A high fever left her intellectually disabled, and her own relatives drove her out of the family home. Alone with a dog, she struggled to survive in the wilderness ne 12.7kReads9.2Score1.6kShelves
24. 474 元 The Yuan Family Pawnshop 元家当铺 Galloping Meatball飞奔的肉丸子Mystery497k WordsCompleted Supernatural folklore + food + episodic cases + palace intrigue + ancient secrets + emotional growth In an alley deep in the heart of the capital lies a pawnshop. It takes more than gold and silver: it accepts your memories, love and hate, luck, and years of life. The owner appears to be a gentle cook, but she is actually the pawnshop’s guardian, versed in the forces of yin and yang. With a pot and spatula, she can make spiritual dishes that soothe restless souls, or simmer the deepest desires o 124Reads—Score—Shelves
25. 475 凶 The Ferocious Young Taoist Nun Tears Through the Capital, While Disabled Princes Come Bearing Blades 凶狠小道姑手撕全京城残王来递刀 Sugar Warmth糖暖Ancient Romance1.8M WordsCompleted [Palace intrigue, household intrigue, medicine, feel-good revenge, and a strong female lead] Two lotus blossoms grow from one stem, one yin and one yang, never meeting. Tang Zhaozhao grew up in a Taoist temple on Mount Yunwu. When she was sixteen, she received a letter from home: her twin sister, whom she had never met, was dead. Without hesitation, Tang Zhaozhao came down from the mountain. She not only opened the coffin to examine the body, but also turned the whole capital upside down. “My fa 22.4kReads9.2Score3.3kShelves

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    The flowers bloom in pairs, like twin sisters, yet one is destined to be apart, one yin and one yang. Sixteen years later, the elder sister dies tragically, and the younger sister, Tang Chaochao, descends the mountain to investigate the cause of her sister's death, avenge her, and stir up a storm in the capital.

26. 476 智 Wise Men Avoid Love, and the Noble Consort Wants No Responsibility 智者不入爱河，贵妃不想负责 Uncle Luo洛叔叔Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Being a beggar would be better than being in the harem. Shen Qing is despairing over her current identity. The female lead won't appear for another two years, and Shen Qing is the lowest-ranking consort in the male lead's harem. Her father is useless, and she has neither money nor power. It seems her only option is to wait for the emperor's favor. To make matters worse, she has a face that attracts trouble. If she fights for influence, she has no leverage; if she doesn't, she'll just get bullied 45.4kReads9.5Score5.7kShelves

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    The first book, *Palace Wall Willow*, tells the story of a naive and food-loving heroine who survives the treacherous palace with its thousands of concubines. Will she become a ruthless and scheming woman, or a towering tree sheltering the pitiful concubines? The second book, *The Wise Woman*, explores how a seductive heroine wins the emperor's heart with her various seductive techniques, mastering the art of manipulating men's psychology. The heroine remains clear-headed, outwardly submissive but not truly devoted. In a power imbalance, the heroine's emotional investment makes it difficult to maintain rationality, potentially leading her to become a resentful palace woman like many others. The third book, *Transmigration*, features a heroine who transmigrates into a book with a cheat code, knowing the plot's direction and turning a seemingly hopeless situation around. The female lead's father is ethereal and otherworldly, her mother is fierce and tough, her brother is cunning and scheming, her sister loves to eat, and her husband is willing to marry into the family... The fourth book: Lazy Fish: The female lead is very domineering and intelligent... It incorporates many modern ideas into ancient times. Don't be misled by the title; it's a pretty good female lead novel! The ending is very novel; if you don't read the ending beforehand, you definitely won't be able to guess the ending [smirk].

27. 477 无 The Path of the King of the Infernal Realm 无间王途 Mi Li Ka Mang米理卡忙Ancient Romance214k WordsOngoing [Transmigrated into a Book + Everyone Is Clever + Devoted to Each Other + Political Intrigue + Feel-Good Power Fantasy] Song Li transmigrates into a book as a cannon-fodder spy. She only wants to survive, and thinks she accidentally changed the plot, but discovers that other transmigrators are behind the changes. The gears of fate push her forward, one step at a time. She wins people over, makes a fortune, and develops explosives... In the end, unable to win love, she has no choice but to sei —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Everyone here is intelligent. [Laughing emoji]

28. 478 亡 After My Kingdom Fell: The Tyrant Held Me by the Waist 亡国后：被暴君掐腰宠 A Wisp of Dandelion一缕蒲公英Ancient Romance390k WordsCompleted Main characters: Nangong Yi and Yuchi Jiong [Political intrigue + woman disguised as a man + fake crown prince, real princess + fallen kingdom + the general’s long road to winning her back] Nangong Yi disguises herself as a man and becomes the crown prince of Dongzhou, the late emperor’s only child, entrusted with great responsibilities. But she has no interest in the throne. To escape the imperial palace, she has no choice but to put on the act of a spoiled wastrel. In truth, the crown prince i 18Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Both are pure historical romance novels, and both are completed. The first one features a woman disguised as a man, becoming the crown prince and a great general. The second one is more angsty, with the female lead being an unfavored daughter of a prime minister, and the male lead being a great general. However, both have happy endings. The author's writing is delicate, the descriptions are immersive, and the overall style is classically elegant—definitely worth reading! [Evil laugh][Evil laugh]

29. 479 叹 Alas, the Present! 叹今朝！ A Wisp of Dandelion一缕蒲公英Ancient Romance414k WordsCompleted [Historical Fiction Only + No System or Golden Finger + Palace Intrigue and Political Scheming + Court Conflicts + Inspirational Strong Female Lead’s Growth] Key point: The heroine suffers terribly, and the story is very angsty. Read with caution! Mu Zhaozhao is the eldest daughter of the Chancellor’s household, but no one has cared about her since she was little. Her birth parents consider her a bringer of bad luck and leave her to fend for herself in the most remote courtyard of the residence. 443Reads—Score—Shelves
30. 480 全 The Craziest Man in the Entire Continent, and My Flute Is No Less Deadly 全洲第一疯，我的箫也未尝不利 Grass and Wood One草木甲Ancient Romance1.5M WordsOngoing [Print edition signed] [Divine-grade wood spiritual root + powerful heroine + dual cultivation in array formations and music + subverting expectations + a touch of ensemble cast] “An Avalokitesvara’s face, a voice like colored glass.” That’s how everyone in Qiming Continent describes Wen Xi. Wen Xi died, came back to life, and was about to die again when the System finally piped up in time [System Xiaoming reminds you: complete the world-saving mission and you can bring Mommy back to life, darli 98.5kReads9.5Score14.2kShelves

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    Wen Xiyin is proficient in formations, Guanyin's face, and Liuli's voice. This is a pseudo-time-travel novel with a pseudo-system (you'll understand after reading a certain chapter). Spoilers included. Suitable for all tastes. The male lead is love-struck; he created the "Meteorite Love Path," meaning he dies if he changes his mind and can save a life for his beloved. There's currently no progress in the romance. The male lead has unrequited love, while the female lead is a chosen one who created the "Selfless Path," combining the Path of Cause and Effect and the Path of All Living Beings. Her natal weapon is a flute. A must-read for female lead fans! No melodramatic plot twists. The entire story features intelligent and capable characters who repay kindness and vengeance. There are many outstanding female characters, and the male characters are roughly 7:3 (7 women, 3 men). Characters with clear distinctions between right and wrong are fleshed out and have their own thoughts. There are no mindless stepping stones or people who fawn over others; everyone is a top-notch person. Highly recommended!

31. 481 佛 Buddha Saves Jing'an, Master, You've Broken Your Vows Again 佛渡京安，师父你又越戒了 Red Poria红茯Fantastical Romance374k WordsCompleted She admired him and became his lay female disciple. He loved her and developed a disorder with two souls: aloof and reserved by day, but lustful at night. A conspiracy exposed their forbidden relationship. He fell from grace, and her family was destroyed. She came back from the brink of death. He was determined to save Jing'an and all its people, and even declared, "If a monk breaks his vow of chastity, he dies and his cultivation vanishes." To conceal the secret of his nights, and keep his unus 554Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's for educated people.

32. 482 山 Where Mountains and Rivers End 山河尽处 Du Ruodao杜若刀Ancient Romance337k WordsCompleted [One Heroine | Master of Medicine and Poison | Peerless Martial Arts | Jianghu and Court Intrigue | Devoted to Each Other] Lu Yunqing (Lu Shen) was nearly killed as an infant, but was rescued by her two masters and raised in seclusion deep in the mountains for seventeen years. She mastered extraordinary martial arts and medicine, but after years away from the world, she knew little of social customs and the rules of aristocratic families. After passing her masters' trial, she bid them farewell 3.6kReads9.4Score409Shelves

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    This novel has the appeal of a sweet romance, the depth of a coming-of-age story, and the vibrancy of an ensemble piece.

33. 483 远 Faraway Mountains Like a Dream 远山如梦 Ten Mountain Hermits十大山人Ancient Romance339k WordsCompleted The Marquis of Dingyuan is defeated in battle and dies. His entire household is confiscated, and the women are enslaved. Su Yutang, the legitimate daughter, sees her fiancé Xia Xunyi lead the raid, break off their engagement, and show no mercy. During the confiscation, Su Yutang receives an anonymous note revealing a secret: “The marquis was framed.” The marquis's wife learns of the note, but takes her own life without hesitation. Left all alone, Su Yutang humbles herself to beg her cold-hearted 10Reads—Score—Shelves

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    😂My academic background is pretty good, a master's degree in science and engineering from a 985 university. I wrote this book to tell myself that even clichéd romance novels are hard to write [facepalm]. Everyone has their own expertise.

34. 484 快 The Quick Transmigration Cannon Fodder Won't Play by the Rules 快穿炮灰她不走寻常路 Traveler in Misty Rain一蓑烟雨客Ancient Romance1.7M WordsOngoing No fixed pairing, Qing-dynasty setting + historical eras + other worlds, with a pocket dimension Note: The heroine is a hedonist and a self-serving perfectionist. Her motto is that she can eat anything but hardship and endure anything but suffering. She tries to live comfortably in every world. After more than twenty years of bad luck, college student Shen Anning finally catches a break, only to die the day before her fortune is due to arrive. Perhaps her resentment is too great: just before sh 65.4kReads9.4Score2.8kShelves

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    This game started out very realistically, without any overpowered, chaotic elements. The female lead becomes very strong later on.

35. 485 汉 A Slow Spring in the Han Palace 汉宫春慢 All Forms Are Formless一相无相Ancient Romance521k WordsCompleted [Reborn + Palace Intrigue + Mother-in-Law and Daughter-in-Law + Winning His Wife Back at Any Cost] In her previous life, Shen Rong left a remote mountain town and was betrothed to the crown prince at the emperor's behest, becoming the exalted crown princess. She thought her fortunes would rise from then on and that a sweet, happy marriage lay ahead. Instead, it was the beginning of a tragic life. Her husband loved someone else; her mother-in-law despised her for being ignorant; the palace servan 1.6kReads9.0Score230Shelves

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    In both past and present lives, without any cheat codes or powerful family background, I relied solely on my own understanding of everyone from my past lives! I just don't understand why my score is so low.

36. 486 海 Begonias Burn, the Moon Fades, and the Night Sings of Yu 海棠烬月，煜夜如歌 Moonlight in the Pine Ravine松涧月明Ancient Romance339k WordsCompleted [Alternate Wei-Jin-era setting | Past and present lives | Childhood sweethearts | Stealing someone else's love] The Zhaoyi Consort who took her own life in her previous life has become the unattainable obsession of a scumbag emperor in this one? Reborn at fifteen, she attends the elegant Lanting gathering, performs like flowing water from a high mountain, disguises herself as a man, and becomes famous throughout the land. But her face, so similar to the emperor's beloved, draws her into an eve 255Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A fictional story set in the Wei and Jin dynasties, the writing is stunning, with a melodious and poignant tale. The male lead is from the Langya Wang clan, his childhood sweetheart is a general, and he's also the charming and wicked emperor's ex-husband. [Eating melon emoji][Smirking emoji]

37. 487 太 Crown Princess, You’ve Been Faking Your Love for Two Lifetimes! 太子妃，她骗宠了两辈子！ Encounter遇见Ancient Romance360k WordsCompleted [A villainess takes the legal wife's place + faithful to each other + stopping at nothing to achieve her goals + ensemble cast of powerful women + both reborn] Merchants prize profit and are skilled at scheming. As for me, Qian Yueshu, I'm among the very best at it all. In my previous life, I was a concubine, yet I schemed to make the Crown Prince lose his virginity to me. I entered his household five years before the Crown Princess. After that, I fought and clawed my way forward, bearing his 4.6kReads7.2Score241Shelves
38. 488 趁 While Her Husband Is Still Green, the Young Wife Turns on the Charm 趁夫君青涩，娘子她花式开撩 Encounter遇见Ancient Romance662k WordsCompleted [Both leads are each other’s first and only love + married first, fall in love later + all kinds of flirting + knows how to keep her husband in line + says the sweetest things while striking with the sharpest knife] In her previous life, after marrying into the Duke of Zhenguo’s household, she was exhausted every day. She had to get up at three in the morning to serve her mother-in-law, constantly find ways to please her sister-in-law, and put up with her several sisters-in-law hitting her up fo 9.7kReads8.5Score834Shelves
39. 489 折 Folding Pearls on Horseback 折珠马上 Wu Kou乌蔻Ancient Romance185k WordsOngoing [The truth is out! I came back for revenge, not to become empress] [Court intrigue + ruthless heroine + revenge and power struggle] (Tang Yuning was abandoned by the marquis’s household for sixteen years. She returned home to seek revenge, only to discover amid the struggle at the heart of power that she was a fake daughter of the Tang family?) When she first arrived in the capital, a good life was the last thing waiting for her. People saw her as a wicked demon in the lovely face of an empress. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Try this one. If you don't like it, you can hit me, but I'll stretch my face forward an extra 10cm so you can't hit me.

40. 490 探 Solving Cases in Red: The Arrogant Young Lord's Quest for Love 探案惹红妆：傲娇世子追妻录 Spring Journey to the Dust春赴尘Mystery379k WordsOngoing [Woman disguised as a man + mystery and crime-solving + palace intrigue and political scheming + love that grows over time + coercive pursuit + court politics and the fate of the realm] “An innocent, proud heir to a marquis’s title VS a composed, quick-witted top graduate in white robes VS a gentle yet devious, dark-minded coroner” After transmigrating and being reborn, Jiang Yihua loses the only family she has, her mother, to a serious illness. “Your mother spent her whole life resenting the wr 15Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Seriously, please go read it? I feel like this kind of book has very few readers on Tomato, and people don't really read books with mystery plots. What are we small authors supposed to do? Are we being forced to go back to Green River?

41. 491 文 The Tale of Wen Tan 文檀传 Huo Sheng霍笙Ancient Romance216k WordsCompleted A perceptive, worldly beauty × a jade-faced marquis Wen Tan thought this was all life had to offer: scheming against the other girls in the training house, waiting for some rich man to buy her, and rotting away in the mud. Then Marquis Jiarui offered her a chance to work together. “I need a fiancée, and you need somewhere to belong. Why not make a deal?” And so she transformed from a Yangzhou beauty bred for sale into an official's daughter in the capital, nervously navigating a world of power a 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A must-see! The female lead comes from a humble background, but is incredibly talented. The male lead falls for her and gives her a false identity to build her reputation in the capital, navigate social situations, and eventually marry her openly.

42. 492 哥 After Her Brother Was Reborn and Turned Dark, the Adored Little Princess Melted His Heart! 哥哥重生黑化后，被团宠小公主萌翻了！ Baili Sha百里砂Ancient Romance1.3M WordsCompleted [Everyone's favorite + adorable baby + daily life and family bonds at the heart of it + healing + supporting characters reborn + a real three-and-a-half-year-old] Zhu Zhu is widely considered the luckiest child in all the capital when it comes to being born into a good family. Her father wields immense political power, her mother is richer than the whole realm, her uncle is a brave and skilled warrior, and her many older cousins treasure her like a jewel. Even the emperor treats her like his own 40.6kReads9.5Score8kShelves

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    I think this one is good too [kissing emoji]

43. 493 被 After My Eldest Sister Swapped Our Marriages 被长姐换亲之后 Ink Brush Mints Gold墨笔生金Ancient Romance1.1M WordsOngoing [Farming + marriage first, love later + switched betrothals + contrast couple + business + transmigration] [Available as a full-cast audiobook and comic drama] Song He dies in an accident while saving someone and transmigrates to ancient times as an ordinary farm girl. Life is hard, and even having enough to eat and warm clothes is a struggle. As the second daughter in her family, the original owner is ignored by her father and scolded by her mother. Her eldest sister is fiercely competitive, an 53kReads8.7Score6.7kShelves

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    This is a female protagonist transmigrating into a farming novel [bump]. The plot is logically sound and well-paced, without any filler elements. There are no special abilities like spatial abilities, and the female protagonist is very intelligent.

44. 494 长 There Was Once a Young Man in Chang'an ("A Thousand Miles of High Towers, Untouched by Wind or Snow") 长安曾有少年郎（“高台千里，勿沾风雪”） A Sen阿森Ancient Romance161k WordsCompleted [Revenge and court intrigue + childhood sweethearts + tragic palace romance + maximum angst] [Loyal young general VS coldhearted heiress bent on revenge VS gentle, devoted emperor. A tangled love between three people, with heartbreak that cuts to the bone] Qing Ru'an's life was buried beneath the fire that raged through the snowstorm that year. Her entire family was slaughtered, both her parents were gone, and the Qing family, the richest in Zizhou, was reduced to ruins overnight. The once-proud 3.3kReads9.4Score773Shelves

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    Absolutely gorgeous, need I say more! Truly exquisite.

45. 495 长EN After the Grand Princess Is Reborn, the Chief Grand Secretary Can No Longer Sit Still 长公主重生后，首辅大人坐不住了 Dong Chichi董迟迟Ancient Romance476k WordsCompleted [Rebirth + Political Intrigue + Powerful Hero and Heroine + Plenty of Foreshadowing + Serious Ensemble Cast] [Charming, Alluring, Sweet-Natured Yet Cunning Eldest Princess + Autocratic, Possessive Chief Grand Secretary] [Important: This is NOT a wish-fulfillment novel!!!] As a princess, Zhao Huiluan lived in luxury and honor, yet died in the prime of her life. Reborn, she finally realized that all the countless honors and favors she had once been proud of were nothing but illusions. Power is saf 5.4kReads9.2Score744Shelves

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    I just finished reading a rebirth-themed ancient romance novel. It's not just a pure wish-fulfillment story; it's logical, thought-provoking, and each character is vividly portrayed. There are happy endings and regrets, making it a truly excellent ensemble piece. The author's writing is superb, and the author uses many classical allusions.

46. 496 博 The Doctor Princess: An Algorithmic Guide to Taming My Husband 博士王妃：算法驯夫录 The World's Number One Two天下第一二Ancient Romance197k WordsOngoing [Historical romance + transmigration + sweet romance + strong heroine + imaginative premise] Lu Zhiyao is a highly intelligent woman with a PhD. After her self-developed future-prediction System goes haywire, she opens her eyes to find herself transmigrated as A useless, uneducated daughter of a concubine in the Chancellor's household of the Great Zhao dynasty, who is infatuated with a servant and has been promised in marriage! On their wedding night, her cold-faced Prince Li Hengye is about to 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A PhD's mindset solves ancient problems, while the war god prince can only play a supporting role. The prince is quite pleased with himself: "My soldiers, my concubines, are all under my command; I am still the most powerful!"

47. 497 惊 Shocking! The Legitimate Princess Defies Fate Every Day! 惊！嫡公主她每天都在逆天改命！ Ran Qiqi冉七柒Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Female-led power fantasy + ruthless, unhinged heroine + an extreme “I’d rather betray others than let them betray me” mentality] Xuan Mingyao was reborn at the age of seven, back before anything had happened. Though she was the empress’s legitimate daughter, a princess treated like royalty, her younger brother, the crown prince, was about to die of illness. Her mother would soon be consumed by worry, grow estranged from the emperor, and eventually be deposed in the witchcraft scandal. Overnight 28kReads9.4Score3.8kShelves

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    It's absolutely amazing, incredibly good, and one of my favorite historical romance novels. Other historical romance novels always feel too modern to me, but this one's storyline is much closer to ancient times; it's probably set in a fictional Tang Dynasty.

48. 498 太 Lord Tutor, Stop Pretending. Everyone Knows You’re Head Over Heels 太傅大人别装了，都知道你爱惨了 Wuyou Li乌有理Ancient Romance434k WordsCompleted [Reborn] [One-on-one romance, devoted couple, happy ending] Original title: The Zither and Flute Went Astray [Devoted, restrained aloof beauty of a powerful minister ✖️ resilient, brave heiress known as the Phoenix] The Zhu family has lost all its sons, but still has more money than it could ever spend. Their prominence makes them a target, and with no allies to turn to, the entire family was executed by the crown prince in her previous life. Reborn, Zhu Zheng agrees to her grandmother's 6.7kReads9.1Score700Shelves

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    I highly recommend this book.

49. 499 大 Everyday Cases in Great Yong 大雍破案日常 Gu Qianqian Loves Money爱钱钱的顾钱钱Mystery1.4M WordsCompleted After transmigrating, Zhu Ning, a forensic doctor, returned to her old line of work. So what if coroners have low status? So what if people look down on female coroners? Want to solve a case? Then you’ll have to listen to me! 6.3kReads9.0Score973Shelves

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    The author of the first book seems to be highly educated and very knowledgeable about history and culture.

50. 500 重 Reborn and Taking Back My Ex? Have You Lost Your Mind? 重生还吃回头草，疯了吧？ Green Gardenia, Dream Glass青栀梦璃Ancient Romance243k WordsCompleted [Reborn + face-slapping + regret + chasing his wife to the crematorium + household intrigue + second male lead wins] Lin Baozhu spent her whole life serving her parents-in-law and caring for her husband. Even when her sister-in-law, sent back to her family after being divorced, glared at her with hostility, she still greeted her with a beaming smile! Yet even after she’d warmed the stone lions at the Yan family gates, she and her husband remained nothing more than courteous companions. She thoug 48Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [Rebirth + Face-Slapping + Regretful Journey + Wife-Chasing Hell + Domestic Strife + Second Male Lead's Rise to Power] Lin Baozhu spent her life serving her in-laws and husband. Even when her divorced sister-in-law treated her coldly, she always smiled! She had even warmed the stone lions at the Yan family's gate, and her relationship with her husband remained one of mutual respect. She had always thought he was a calm and upright person, until she heard him embracing his half-sister, his voice trembling as he uttered sweet nothings. Only then did she realize that her entire life had been a joke. Reborn, she would stay far away from that cage! Since you despise my money-grubbing ways, then take your white moonlight and get lost! In this life, she would embrace her love of money and become the number one businesswoman in this great new era! Marquis Yong'an, Yan Jinning, was forced by his mother's pressure to marry the daughter of a wealthy merchant in his youth due to poverty. Later, he rose through the ranks, only to marry his beloved wife to make up for his youthful regrets. He then discovered that his virtuous wife was actually extremely jealous. But why did he feel such deep regret after her death? Given a second chance, he would cherish their fate! General Huo, who dotes on his wife: Get lost! [Kiss][Kiss][Admiration][Admiration][Smirk][Smirk]

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