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401 民 Republican Era: From the Start, My Fiancée Called Off Our Engagement and Beat Me Up 民国：开局退婚被未婚妻按着揍 Old Ji, Still Going Strong老季伏枥Historical496k WordsCompleted Lin Shaochuan goes from being dismissed as a pampered young master who studied abroad to being entrusted with military command in a time of crisis. He puts down internal rebellions, repels foreign enemies, establishes himself in the army, and becomes a true young marshal. 116Reads5.7Score—Shelves

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402 七 Military Marriage in the 1970s: After Joining the Army, She Became the Talk of the Family Compound 七零军婚：随军后她风靡家属院 Yan Hui胭回Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Stunning artist x tough, prison-style military officer] [Pocket dimension, limited appearances + sweet romance + satisfying wish fulfillment + no awful characters] Shi Tingyu is a young painter with a modest reputation. One day, she transmigrates to the 1970s and becomes the daughter of a weapons researcher. Before she can enjoy her new life, her parents face the prospect of being reported and sent down to the countryside. Unwilling to let her suffer, her parents quickly arrange a blind date fo 86kReads9.5Score9.9kShelves

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This is an absolutely fantastic Republican-era novel! The characters are vividly portrayed, and the writing is exquisite. Highly recommended!

403 督 Governor, Open Up! The Little Girl Brought Gold to Bring Fortune to the Family 督军开门！小奶团背着黄金来旺家 Yi Yanyun易烟云Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Republican era + doted on by all + adorable baby + lucky charm + childhood sweethearts] Newborn Zhouzhou is switched with the daughter of her biological father and his concubine, then abandoned on the street. The young master of the Military Governor’s family finds her and brings her home. From then on, the declining Military Governor’s residence undergoes a complete transformation. The Military Governor, who died in battle, returns alive and well. Thousands upon thousands of gold pieces are un 2kReads8.5Score302Shelves

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①During the Republic of China era, Jianwa's luck improved along the way, and many untold stories unfolded. Let's explore them together!

404 神 The Sweet and Sassy Fortune-Teller Is Too Tempting for the Abstinent Young General 神算美人甜又飒，禁欲战少不经撩 Cheng Jingzhi程璟知Modern Romance416k WordsCompleted [Modern Fantasy] A stunningly beautiful, hot-tempered little fortune-teller from the Nan family in Jiangcheng has become a sensation. Her values may be a little crooked, but her features are flawless. She can read the stars and tell fortunes, and she can also gather corpses and drive out ghosts. The only problem is that her birth chart is entirely yin, and her fate is plagued by every kind of clash and misfortune. She has a rock-hard destiny that brings disaster to men, and is fated never to hav 3.1kReads9.4Score461Shelves

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🐾Here she comes! In the Republican era, Zhan Hengyi finally succumbed to her charms. That night, he held her and said, "Chengcheng, no matter how harsh this world is, I will always love you." He proclaimed to the world that Nan Chengcheng was his wife, yet the news that she was destined to be childless spread throughout the city. Three months later, at a banquet, everyone saw that Zhan's beautiful wife beside him was clearly pregnant…

405 重 Reborn in the Republic of China: I'll Never Confess to This Crime! 重生民国：这罪我决不认！ A Sketch of the Human World人间白描Mystery213k WordsCompleted Modern-day forensic pathologist Xu Zhixia transmigrates into the past and becomes the prime suspect in a Republic-era wife-murder case! The scene is a locked room. Beside her lies a naked stranger, and in her hand is a bloody murder weapon! Her husband is a violent brute, her in-laws are vicious and cruel, and a corrupt detective has already laid a perfect trap to torture her into confessing and send her to the executioner's block! Everyone wants her to plead guilty. Everyone wants to see her de 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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A forensic doctor with a great figure travels back in time to a murder case in the Republican era—it's so good!

406 穿 Transmigrated Into a 1940s Book: From the Start, It's Just Me, My Little Sister, and a Baby Fleeing for Our Lives 穿书四零：开局就剩妹妹带娃逃命 Cute Little Mahua麻花小萌Modern Romance3.6M WordsOngoing High school student Jiang Jiyun was innocently caught in the crossfire while watching an incident out of curiosity, then transmigrated to an era torn apart by war. It was the setting of a historical novel she had read, where she became a nameless passerby who was killed off without ever appearing in the story. From the start, Japanese soldiers swept through the countryside, massacring the entire village. After burying the original owner’s mother, Jiang Jiyun set out with the child entrusted to h 14.7kReads9.1Score1kShelves

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High school student Jiang Jiyun was caught in the crossfire of a noisy incident and was transported to a war-torn era. In a period novel she was reading, she was just a minor character who was killed off before even appearing in the story. At the beginning of the story, she encountered the Japanese army sweeping through a village and massacring the entire village. After burying the original owner's mother, Jiang Jiyun embarked on a journey to find her brother with the child entrusted to her by her aunt on her deathbed.

407 乱 Heroes in a Troubled Age: Dawn of the Revolution 乱世群英之革命破晓 Only When Things Are Examined Does Knowledge Follow物格而后知至Historical198k WordsOngoing Assassinate the Qing emperor? Storm the imperial palace? Beat up traitors and confiscate the estates of corrupt officials and landlords. Sneak into Japan to wage a spy war? Bomb the emperor's palace? Adapted from real history, with explosive new plotlines and vividly drawn characters. Dedicated to the eightieth anniversary of victory in the War of Resistance Against Japan. It celebrates patriotism, honors heroes, and promotes a people-centered view of history. 24Reads—Score—Shelves

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The most authentic and best-written historical account of the Republic of China era, challenging the entire internet. Come and see for yourself!

408 大 The Great Night's Star 大夜之昴 Nile尼罗Modern Romance421k WordsCompleted Ms. Lin Sheng is planning something big and urgently needs a man to play her husband. But while rushing around in search of a suitable match, she gets tangled up with a rascal. She's short on time and under pressure, still hasn't found a husband, and has to squeeze in time to fight the rascal. Her neighbors even mistake them for a married couple bickering, leaving her with a massive headache. 518Reads8.3Score105Shelves

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A story set in the Republican era. The male lead, injured, encounters the female lead and kidnaps her. Unexpectedly, the female lead takes him home, but the neighbors all see this and mistake him for her husband. Since they haven't found a suitable actor to play her "husband" yet, they have to let him temporarily act as him. 😋😋😋 The two are wary of each other, neither knowing the other's background nor trusting the other. [Smirk][Smirk][Smirk][Smirk] Super good!!!

409 亮 Bright Sword: Brigade Commander, Congratulations on Your Fortune 亮剑：旅长，我恭喜你发财啊 My Dog Snores我家有只狗呼噜Urban1.5M WordsCompleted [No System + hardcore technology] This time, I, our military industry big shot Yu Ye, will make sure to turn the tide. This time, Ping'an Gele will be the true turning point. This time, my Independent Regiment will be terrifyingly strong! 64.1kReads9.3Score4kShelves

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A Republican-era novel, not a romance, but a fast-paced, exciting read.

410 深 Deep Cover, 1926: A Republican-Era Game Changer 深潜1926民国当破局者 Shi Gui Lu Ren是归路人Urban235k WordsCompleted When Lin Shen transmigrates to a parallel version of the Republican era with the DeepSeek large language model, rules such as the “Protocol for Responding to Temporal Anomalies” forbid him from making major changes to events... 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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It seems safe and harmless so far. It's a relatively new book, with a lot of words per chapter, which is quite good. The protagonist possesses an AI system.

411 初 Arriving in Bright Sword, the System Urges Me to Repay a Debt of Gratitude 初到亮剑，系统催我去报恩 Flowers Bloom and Flowers Fade花开又花谢Urban2.6M WordsCompleted [Arms Dealer System + War of Resistance + Arsenal + Spycraft + Logistics + Behind-the-Scenes] What's the biggest thing in Bright Sword that left fans feeling it could have been better? Sun Desheng: “Regimental Commander, using Tiger tanks to take out those Japanese tin-can tanks is so satisfying. Shame we've got so few.” Li Yunlong: “No rush. Use these for now. Another 200 are already on the way.” Zhang Dabiao: “Regimental Commander, my First Battalion is nearly 5,000 men now. We can't fit any m 28.1kReads9.0Score1.6kShelves

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I recommend two books, five stars ★★★★★: One is a completed novel of over 2.6 Million words, 9.1 Rating, over 1200 chapters, a very enjoyable read. The other is a currently updating novel of 1.2 Million words. The protagonist sells weapons to the Eighth Route Army and incidentally helps the base area develop its industry. Sun Desheng: Regimental Commander, using Tiger tanks to fight those Japanese mini-tanks is really exhilarating, but there are a few too few. Li Yunlong: No rush, use them for now, there are 200 more already on the way. Zhang Dabiao: Regimental Commander, my battalion is almost 5000 men, any more and we won't be able to fit them. Li Yunlong: Dabiao, a corps is still a regiment, the higher-ups don't give us official ranks, there's nothing I can do. Wang Xikui: I just killed a Japanese major general, what's the reward? Li Yunlong: Only a major general, a bit low rank, the reward is half a jin of sweet potato liquor. Chu Yunfei: Brother Yunlong, what do you think about us brothers joining forces to attack Taiyuan? Li Yunlong: Brother Yunfei, after we take this territory, we need to clarify beforehand who gets it. I, Old Li, am not going to interfere.

412 人 The World Passes Through Dawn and Dusk, While I Live Forever 人间朝暮我长生 He Seems to Want to Lose Weight他好像要减肥Modern Romance975k WordsCompleted I've lived for so long that I've forgotten the people and events of the past. All that's left is an ageless body, yearning day and night for a peaceful, eternal sleep. Is this a gift from Heaven, or the cruelest curse of all? I want to know the answer, even if the price is... eternal loneliness. 1kReads7.2Score102Shelves

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413 清 The Qingquan Mingyue Chronicles: Turbulent Times 清泉铭越传之激荡 Tao Su of Western Liaoning辽西的桃苏Urban687k WordsOngoing This novel tells the story of Lin Xiaozhuang and Qingquan Mingyue, whose lives intertwine and diverge like shifting light and shadow. They were once two people who should never have crossed paths, but the times brought them together. As adults, different choices drove them apart, until fate eventually brought them back together after many twists and turns. 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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This book covers the Republican era and the Cold War, starting from the Republican era and going through the War of Resistance against Japan, the victory, and the Cold War.

414 诡 Mystery Hunter of the Haunted City 诡城谜探 Yue Mo月莫Mystery1.0M WordsCompleted In the Republican era, Bai Jiayue graduates from university and arrives in the turbulent city of Haicheng to stay with her older brother. But on a dark street, a strange man follows her. Shen Huai is the newly appointed chief inspector at the police station, young, promising, and skilled in combat. He never imagined the first time he’d be disarmed and forced to surrender would be at the hands of a refined, soft-spoken young woman. Girls vanish one after another, a goddess shines with light, and 2kReads8.8Score307Shelves

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A love story amidst gunfire in the turbulent Republican era: a sharpshooting heiress versus a decisive detective. [Already hooked!] In the chaotic Republican-era city of Haicheng, Bai Jiayue, a recent college graduate, becomes embroiled in a series of bizarre disappearances after seeking refuge with her brother. She is not only intelligent and resourceful but also possesses exceptional skills and courage. During a chance encounter while following someone, she unexpectedly meets the newly appointed detective, Shen Huai. From misunderstanding to cooperation, the two unravel a series of complex cases. Bai Jiayue's bravery and Shen Huai's sense of justice intertwine to create thrilling detective stories amidst the chaos of the times.

417 我 I Don't Want to Jump into a Well: Raising a Family in Republican-Era China 我不想跳井，民国养家 Me, Who Loves Pork Belly with Tofu Skin爱吃千张扣肉的我Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Fictional Setting, Wholesome, Not a Feel-Good Power Fantasy, System Is Not the Main Focus, Serving the Country and Its People] P.S. This story takes place in a fictional setting. Please don’t compare it to real history. Content warning: Slow-paced, with many awful characters and plenty of melodrama early on. … After Lin Xuetang died, she didn’t go to hell. Instead, she arrived in the Republic of China era and awakened a Well-Jumping System. The trouble was, this Well-Jumping System only made h 41Reads8.4Score—Shelves

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418 重 Reborn in the Republic of China as a Spendthrift 重生民国当败家子 The Tree in Autumn秋天的树Historical461k WordsCompleted 1Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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The Republic of China was a unique era; if we had seized the opportunities, China would have soared to new heights.

420 烽 Crossing the Rivers and Lakes Amid the Flames of War 烽火渡江湖 Inkman of Zhongzhou中州墨客Urban1.1M WordsCompleted Blazing Trails Across the Rivers and Lakes is a legendary novel that blends transmigration, wuxia, history, and the War of Resistance Against Japan. The story follows three young people: Qiao Feng, Xia Yuwei, and Shi Lei. Each joins one of three major forces in the martial world: the Xuanwu Gate, the Zhuque Gate, and the Beggars’ Sect. At a time when the nation faces peril, guided by Gu Yuanping and aided by Zhang Qingyan, they fuse the chivalrous spirit of the martial world with their devotion 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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A unique Republican-era novel, featuring wartime espionage, martial arts, and a diverse cast of characters.

421 烬 The Last Dream of Incense 烬香残梦 Watching the Stars and Singing看繁星吟游Modern Romance107k WordsCompleted [Republican-era setting + bad ending + opera singer + warlord + opera singer + quiet everyday life] Who is this Lin person? Never heard of her. That day, he caught one fleeting glimpse of her, and from then on, he could never forget her. No one knows where love begins, only that it grows ever deeper. That day, she took his hand, and held it for the rest of their lives. “Lin Ting, all I want is Lin Ting.” Sincerity and the love in his eyes were impossible to hide. Sincerity, attention to detail, 7Reads—Score—Shelves

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It's a really good novel, the kind that reads slowly and steadily.

422 一 Like Autumn at First Sight: The Young Marshal's Cool, Delicate Wife 一顾如秋：少帅的清冷娇妻 Shan Ji Ji 5山己几5Modern Romance432k WordsCompleted [Long-Game Pursuit + Seven-Year Age Gap + Both Chaste + The Hero Has Loved Her for Years] [Republican Era] He was the Gu family’s only son, the young marshal of Jiangbei with an army at his command. She was the daughter of an ordinary Jiangbei family. Their social standings could not have been farther apart. He had loved her since they were children, but she seemed to have forgotten all their childhood memories. When he learned that she already loved someone else, he nearly went mad. He used eve 2.2kReads8.2Score149Shelves

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This is incredibly good! The male lead is devoted, deeply in love, and his love is premeditated. The female lead is in a marriage of convenience that blossoms into love; she's delicate, sweet, and intelligent. The male lead is articulate, resolving misunderstandings on his own, and unconditionally trusts the female lead. It has a strong sense of destiny! Highly recommended!

423 综 Anime Crossover: Stealing Hearts During My Time in a Tokyo Prison 综漫：我在东京坐牢的日子里偷心 Nanshan Coffee南山咖菲Anime Fanfiction232k WordsOngoing (Persona 5 + Kaguya-sama: Love Is War + Bocchi the Rock! + BanG Dream! It's MyGO!!!!! + Rascal Does Not Dream of Bunny Girl Senpai + Oshi no Ko + ?) Revenge is the most primal form of justice. No one can condemn resistance in the face of injustice. A country boy named Kurusu Akira is framed after trying to help someone in trouble, then saddled with several charges, including assault. Released on bail, he heads to Tokyo under probation, where the next three years drag by, each day feeling like an 41Reads—Score—Shelves

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The first book: The male protagonist transmigrates to the Republican era and becomes the son of a wealthy merchant. He abandons business for literature and decides to revitalize the country through education. The second book is a crossover anime with multiple female protagonists.

424 抗 War of Resistance: My Strategist's Eye Awakens, Revealing a Mini Map! 抗战：我谋士入局，觉醒小地图！ Huang Bei 97煌北97Urban2.0M WordsOngoing As he transmigrated through the darkest period of history, Lin Tian Chen awakened a visualized map in his mind. “I’ll enter the game as a strategist and raise the banner to win half a move against Heaven.” From then on, the army gained a commander who could direct the battlefield like a god. With limited resources, he would execute tactical flanking maneuvers to perfection; with abundant resources, he would unleash firepower on an unparalleled scale. He led his forces north to campaign in Guando 5kReads9.6Score617Shelves

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Among numerous novels on the theme of the War of Resistance Against Japan, *The War of Resistance: My Strategist Enters the Game, Awakening the Minimap* shines like a bright new star, captivating readers with its unique charm and immersing them in that magnificent historical period. It's truly remarkable and deserving of a five-star rating. The story immediately grabs the reader's attention with the protagonist's unexpected awakening of a mysterious minimap, adding a touch of fantasy to the entire war narrative without feeling out of place. Against the backdrop of war, the protagonist, with this extraordinary ability, seems to possess a godlike perspective, cleverly strategizing and outwitting the enemy. Whether it's controlling the ever-changing situation on the battlefield or the thrilling intelligence gathering behind enemy lines, every plan is filled with suspense and surprises, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat. The characters in the book are vividly portrayed. The protagonist is resolute, brave, and exceptionally intelligent, never backing down in the face of numerous difficulties, and his growth is deeply moving. The comrades-in-arms are also distinct, some honest and simple, others quick-witted and resourceful. Their camaraderie forged in the crucible of war grows stronger amidst the gunfire, allowing readers to deeply feel the passion and camaraderie of the revolutionary predecessors during the War of Resistance Against Japan. In terms of plot development, the author skillfully blends tense and exciting battle scenes with delicate emotional descriptions and ingenious strategic planning. Each battle is gripping, making the reader feel as if they are there, experiencing the cruelty and ruthlessness of war. The emotional bonds between the protagonist and his comrades, and the process of outwitting and outmaneuvering the enemy, add rich layers and humanistic concern to the story, making readers feel both thrilled and deeply concerned about the fate of the characters. This novel is not merely a simple, action-packed war story, but a profound reflection and tribute to that period of history. It allows us to enjoy the pleasure of reading while also remembering the immense sacrifices and heroic struggles made by our predecessors for the country and the nation, inspiring our deepest patriotism and national pride. In short, "The War of Resistance: My Strategist Enters the Game, Awakening the Small Map," with its brilliant story, vivid characters, and thrilling plot, rightfully deserves to be a masterpiece among novels on the theme of the War of Resistance, worthy of every reader's careful reading. Five-star recommendation!

425 民 Snow Falls in the Republican Era, but No One Returns 民国落雪，不见归人 Doudou from Starry Sky Pavilion星空阁的兜兜Marriage & Romance16k WordsCompleted Snow Falls in the Republic of China Era, but No One Returns 14Reads—Score—Shelves

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The Republican-era tragic romance novel, "Snow Falls in the Republican Era, But No One Returns," tells the story of a young woman who, year after year, witnesses the endless snowfall and the flickering lights of an old alleyway. A young man, clad in military uniform, heads off to a chaotic world, promising to return on a snowy night. But the country is shattered, and they are separated by life and death. With each passing snowfall, she is left alone, waiting for her beloved to return, never to return. The novel poignantly portrays the conflict between national duty and personal love, creating a powerful and emotionally resonant read that lingers long after the story ends.

426 穆 Marshal Mu’s Mysterious Wife 穆少帅的神秘夫人 Skimming Over the Waves轻舟踏浪Modern Romance227k WordsCompleted Set in the Republican era, this is an alternate history with its own unique world. The plot revolves around three nations and their three warlord rulers in Jiangnan, Jiangzhong, and Jiangbei. The three great warlord families have guarded their respective territories for generations. The Mu family of Jiangzhong is the most powerful, and has long sought to annex Jiangnan and Jiangbei and unify the land. Between Mu Chengyu and Chen Jingshu, the gulf is more than a difference in status. It is also t 5.1kReads7.4Score270Shelves

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Jing Shu. His arms were strong yet gentle; she could only lean helplessly against the body before her. Chen Jing Shu could even feel his heartbeat and the warmth emanating from his clothes. For a moment, she felt a sense of disorientation; even a devil's body could be warm. (Forced taking)

427 神 Reborn as a Master Fortune-Teller: The Young Madam Just Wants to Take It Easy 神算重生：少夫人只想当咸鱼 Cheng Jingzhi程璟知Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Modern romance, imaginative fantasy, goofy comedy, sweet pampering] The powerful, ascetic young marshal of Shunyuan City has actually married a little beggar who claims to be a fortune-teller. Everyone says his wife is ugly. The young marshal looks at the ragged, bruised little beggar before him and says, "Enough chatter. You're ugly, you don't fight over things, you don't pick fights, and you can take a beating. You don't look very smart, either. Fine, that's good enough. I'll take you!" But o 970Reads9.2Score171Shelves

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I haven't read much about the Republican era, but I might give this a try.

428 穿 Transmigrated to Republican-Era China, I Live Off Women and Give Nothing Back 穿到民国硬饭软吃 Nian Qing Jiu Qing念卿九卿Historical1.3M WordsOngoing Qin Que, who arrives in the late Qing and early Republican era, has no grand ambitions. He just wants to survive the chaos with his beautiful wife and beloved companions. But Yuan Shikai appoints him military governor of Shanghai. What can he do? This hot potato is impossible to refuse, and it isn't easy to lie flat in a place every military power is fighting to control. Thankfully, Qin Que doesn't give up. After taking office, he keeps trying to find a way toward the laid-back life he wants. Bu 6.3kReads5.9Score278Shelves

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This sounds good, let's see if it meets our needs.

431 大 The Bizarre Murder at the Roadside Inn 大车店诡异命案 The Typing Laborer Jun Dong码字民工君东Mystery186k WordsCompleted Bizarre murders, men and women in turbulent times, tangled love and hate, and the legend of the resistance. During the Japanese puppet state of Manchukuo, on the northern Manchurian frontier, stood a mountain called Big Butt Mountain. Two semicircular peaks joined together, and the locals were plainspoken: they named things exactly as they looked. For forty li in every direction, it was the only horse-cart inn around: the Big Butt Mountain Inn. Men and women shared the big northeastern kang beds 402Reads—Score100Shelves

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During the Manchukuo period, in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River in northern Manchuria, there was a guesthouse called "Big Butt Mountain Inn" nestled among the mountains. The unique atmosphere of life in this Northeastern inn was jarring, and a series of bizarre murders added to the mystery, resembling an atypical espionage story. Behind it all lay the patriotism of ordinary people and the arduous struggles of the Anti-Japanese Allied Forces.

433 开 The Golden Age of Kaiyuan! What’s That Got to Do With a Poor Soldier Like Me? 开元盛世！关我穷鬼府兵啥事？ Let Go of the Promise放下了诺言Rural Life348k WordsOngoing Lin Feng accidentally transmigrated to the nineteenth year of the Kaiyuan era of the Tang Dynasty. The golden age was dawning, yet he felt no joy at all. Thirty li northeast of Yunzhou City, beneath Mount Baideng, beside the Sanggan River, in Zhuyuan Village, Yongding Township. As a conscript about to be cast aside, Lin Feng was consumed by worry. As the family's main breadwinner, he had no choice but to work hard in the fields. His family of five had only a little over ten mu of meager farmland 3.1kReads—Score190Shelves

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Great book. Highly recommended, you won't regret reading it! [Heart][heart][heart][heart]

437 民 A Republic-Era Romance: A Treasure Too Precious to Claim 民国爱情之难摘珍宝 May My Luck Be Overflowing让我欧气满满Modern Romance112k WordsCompleted [Republican-era romance + proud young lady + old-fashioned young master + helping each other succeed] Qin Zhenzhen, a progressive young woman who studied abroad, nearly had an arranged marriage forced on her by her parents. Supposedly, her fiancé was dissatisfied with her, too. This marriage had to be called off! Luo Xiangyi: The main thing is that the eldest Miss of the Qin family really doesn’t fit my idea of a wife. This marriage has to be called off! Later, Young Master Luo decides their eng 76Reads—Score—Shelves

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A proud, Western-educated young lady from the Republican era and a traditionally conservative Chinese young master, their relationship is a blend of East and West. At first, he said, "This woman is so open-minded." Later, he said, "My wife... I was wrong." [Kissing emojis]

438 民 Republican Era: Who Will Rule the Nation Amid Twenty Years of War? 民国：烽火20年谁主沉浮 Fat Tiger Loves Dried Fish胖虎爱吃小鱼干Urban214k WordsOngoing Republican-era setting, with no System and no golden finger. The Central Plains War begins at the start. The first dozen or so chapters feature an ensemble cast. The night of May 31. Principal Chiang held a military meeting at Guide Railway Station. The weather was scorching, so most of the guards went to swim and bathe in a nearby village stream. Fewer than 200 guards remained by Generalissimo Chiang’s side. By coincidence, the Northwest Army cavalry had also planned to launch a night raid on G 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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It's a very good book, perfect for savoring slowly, and has a historical flavor.

440 烽 War-Torn Romance: The Young Marshal's Contracted Mistress 烽烟为聘：少帅的契约外室 Dreaming and Soaring漫梦飞翔Modern Romance310k WordsCompleted Jiang Xinyue, the Commander's daughter, was forced to become a surrogate for her older sister. Made to sign a humiliating contract, she became Rong Qiubai, the Governor of Jiangzhong's secret mistress in the military, imprisoned in a gilded cage and cut off from the light of day. She treated him coldly; he had been plotting for a long time. He took her by force, and she was consumed by hatred and love. The warlord's young master, Zheng Hemin, her childhood sweetheart, went mad for her. He used w 867Reads—Score—Shelves

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Second male lead, can you please stop being so obsessed? You've completely gone mad for her. You're even resorting to such despicable tactics?

442 大 The Rise of a Great Nation: Invincible Since the Republic of China Era 大国崛起：从民国开始无敌 Partridge Greens鹧鸪菜Historical1.4M WordsCompleted Lu Chen is reborn in the late Qing and early Republican era, a time of chaos, and obtains the Ultimate Family Sign-In System. He discovers that the more he raises his family’s overall strength, the better the rewards he receives from signing in. From the scholar, farmer, artisan, and merchant trades to medicine, culture, industry, military manufacturing, physical training, and cultivation, he can obtain it all. As his family grows stronger, his own lifespan increases without limit as well. “Ding 4.2kReads7.1Score266Shelves

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Recommended books from the Republican era

443 抗 War of Resistance: Run! Or You'll End Up in Gongdelin 抗战：快跑！再不跑就进功德林了 Xidu Chizi Fa西渡池子发Urban1.5M WordsCompleted The President of Eagle Sauce once said that he was the general who killed the most enemies in World War II. The leader of Prussia once said that if he served Prussia, Europe would belong to them! The Big Forest of the Bear Country once said that without him, they would have gained far more after the war than they did. The Dog Emperor of Japan once said that without him, Great Japan would surely have dominated East Asia. But Chen Shuo said, "I'm just Gangzi, aren't I? You all praise me to the sk 501Reads5.9Score105Shelves

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This book is excellent. It's not mindless or overly systematic. The protagonist is a graduate of the Whampoa Military Academy, and the story begins with infrastructure development before a national war breaks out. Highly recommended!

445 穿 Transmigrating to Republican-Era China to Stir Up Trouble 穿越民国去作妖 Tiger Country Kiddo虎国仔仔Urban174k WordsCompleted A new work is here! Welcome to read my story on Tomato Novel. I hope you enjoy it. Your support is what keeps me writing, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 32Reads6.5Score—Shelves

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Espionage, the War of Resistance, and other historical dramas – don't miss them!

446 暗 The Hidden Sentry 暗哨 Invisible Gunfire看不见的硝烟Urban122k WordsCompleted On the eve of the Liaoshen Campaign, a sleeper agent who had been silent for years awakens inside the Kuomintang's Northeastern secret service. Surrounded by treacherous Military Statistics Bureau agents, gang leaders straddling the line between respectable and criminal, and prominent Shengjing women whose loyalties are hard to read, he must maneuver alone through threats from every side, hidden in the shadows as he shines a bloodstained beam of light on the city's liberation... 4.6kReads8.9Score320Shelves

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This is a meticulously crafted historical spy thriller. Set against the backdrop of the power struggle between the Kuomintang and the Communist Party in Northeast China from 1946 to 1948, the story, beneath its detached narrative, profoundly questions faith, loyalty, and humanity. The protagonist, Wu Di, is not simply an invincible hero; every choice he makes is fraught with heavy consequences and human hesitation. Caught between the internal strife within the Military Intelligence Bureau and his secret loyalty to the Communist Party, his loneliness and resilience are deeply moving. The novel boasts a tight plot and a well-paced narrative, particularly excelling in portraying the treacherous psychology of undercover agents and the complex relationships between characters. Recommended for readers who appreciate in-depth narratives and seek historical depth and nuanced human nature.

448 此 There Is No Me Here 此间无我 Ge Zi格字Two Female Leads403k WordsCompleted The TV series The Message has been a source of pain for me all these years. What were Li Ningyu, Gu Xiaomeng, and even the villains pursuing with their lives? In those turbulent times, all they wanted was peace and quiet, the sight of lights shining in homes across the city at night. Life is full of divergent paths, north and south, especially in an era of devastation. They had it so hard, and we are truly fortunate today. Those twenty days of heart-pounding time together were far too short. Giv 576Reads8.9Score103Shelves

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High-quality fan fiction set in the Republican era has filled the void in my heart.

449 那 The Fallen Camellia 那跌落的山茶花 Ting Xuan听宣Modern Romance1.8M WordsCompleted In her previous life, she was a wage slave. In this life, she is one again. A working soul has lived two lifetimes as an overworked beast of burden, but along the way, the little sprouts growing between the bricks and the snapped, withered branches have all blossomed without her noticing. Sigh, she can spend a little less on herself. How could she help it when the flowers were so beautiful when they bloomed? (I have no idea how this got tagged as romance, but the author doesn’t consider it roman 282Reads8.1Score—Shelves

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Well, it's a bit unconventional. It doesn't involve any special moves or anything like that. It's just about an ordinary working-class girl who transmigrates to the Republic of China era to continue working, earning money, and donating to charity!

450 枭 Rise of a Tyrant: I Build an Empire in Republican China 枭雄崛起：我在民国建帝国 The Furious Rabbit暴怒的兔子Urban1.8M WordsCompleted A new work is out! You can read my novel on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support inspires me to keep writing, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 551Reads6.5Score102Shelves

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You really don't know who I am? [Staring] My name is Lu Xiaojia. ① I transmigrated into Lu Xiaojia, one of the Four Young Masters of the Republic of China, and started by kidnapping Huang Jinrong! I extorted ten million silver dollars for ransom, and then gambled with Sheng Enyi and won a whole street in Shanghai. ② My life has been like walking on thin ice 🧊 When will I be able to reach the other side? Pang Qingyun has already killed Lord Di: "Pang Qingyun! The Taiping Army has been eliminated, but the Shanzi Battalion does not obey the orders of the court and still commands a million armored soldiers! Your Shanzi Battalion is surnamed Zhao?!"