Realistic Romance Novels, No CEOs or the Like 有没有写实现实一点的言情小说，不要什么总裁之类

1. 401 冬 Winter Fishing 冬渔 Ninefold Mystery九寻迷Modern Romance1.2M WordsCompleted [The currents of youth × one devoted love|He loves the moon’s sacred brilliance, but he loves her imperfections even more] Jiang Yu and Pei Yanhui have known each other since childhood, though they spent years apart in different countries. In those years, she struggled through the darkness, sinking deep into a swamp of malice; he grew up beneath clear skies, openhearted and bright. She locked her past away in ice, believing distance could hide her wounds forever. Until he returned home and disc 452Reads8.3Score—Shelves

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   This book has a kind of pang of pain.

2. 402 路 Love Along the Road 路半经过爱情 Roaming the Mortal World奔走红尘Modern Romance200k WordsCompleted (A realistic romance about marriage, an adult love story with a touch of romance and some adorable moments with the kids~) Our love has only taken us halfway down the road. How deeply can we love? Outsiders think she might as well have married twice. Her mother-in-law has other thoughts, and her relatives think she can never measure up to the child's real mother... Only he knows that the more he loves her, the more he feels he isn't good enough for her! When everyone thinks she deceived him, onl 479Reads9.1Score—Shelves
3. 403 风 The Sorrow of the Wind Leaves No Trace 风之殇无痕 Clear Wind Paints the Flowing Clouds清风画流云Modern Romance54k WordsCompleted Loneliness whispers without a sound, Wind and snow blanket the mortal world; A quiet window shuts away my sorrow, Who will hear the story of my life? The meaning of life is not merely breathing the air of the present; Nor is forgetting simply laying down what is supposedly a heavy burden. 2Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 404 和 It's More Than Just Liking You 和你不仅是喜欢 Sasa飒飒Modern Romance154k WordsCompleted Chen Ran is a newspaper reporter and online writer. During a conference assignment, she sneaks in some writing from the audience instead of paying attention, only to be called on by Gu Yi, a sharp-eyed math professor who notices everything. A question she blurts out without thinking and an answer that leaves her stunned mark the beginning of the story. What follows unfolds through strange twists of fate, yet feels almost inevitable: an interview, a pretend blind date, a new column... Two people 103Reads9.3Score—Shelves

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   Very realistic. The male lead is a university professor and academic high-achiever, not a millionaire. The female lead is a newspaper reporter. There are no special advantages or advantages. It's a two-way street. The language is witty and humorous, and the story revolves around the workplace of journalists. Very enjoyable.

5. 405 蟹 The Crab and Algae House 蟹藻屋 Clear Wind Paints the Flowing Clouds清风画流云Modern Romance104k WordsCompleted To everyone who came across this book, I sincerely recommend checking out my other work, The Scar of the Wind, Without a Trace. It was written with all my heart! This is a new collection, putting together memories from the past and a few scattered fragments. Is the title a little strange? Those three words once surfaced in a dream, and they seem rather fitting. I love them! Life is a jumble of all sorts of things, crowded and bustling together, yet we always end up returning to our own little n —Reads—Score—Shelves
6. 406 穿 Reborn as the Abusive Novel’s Male Lead’s Mother 穿成虐文男主他妈 The Little Cat Fell Asleep小猫睡了Modern Romance159k WordsCompleted [Short story contest] [Foodie fiction] [A sweet little treat] Overnight, she transmigrates into a book with a baby in her belly whose father is unknown. On closer inspection, the baby turns out to be the male lead from the tragic novel she read before. He's a poor little thing whose father doesn't care for him and whose mother doesn't love him. Penniless, Ding Sha relies on her excellent cooking skills to become the food goddess of a construction site. Spicy diced chicken, cured pork with garlic 30.8kReads9.6Score3.7kShelves

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   These two books are absolutely amazing! Don't be fooled by the title of the first one; the main plot revolves around the simple, sweet life of the female lead and her lover. The epilogue focuses on their child, the male lead mentioned in the title. Plus, the table of contents is hilarious—it's all menus! The second book doesn't have any Mary Sue elements and is incredibly sweet! You can read them without worry!

7. 407 小 A Small-Town Lawyer's Journey to Level Up 小城女律师打怪升级记 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物Modern Romance63k WordsCompleted After graduating from college, Lin Jia chose neither to stay in the big city nor to return to her hometown. Instead, she packed her bags and headed for the small southern city she had always dreamed of. A lively young lawyer sets off on a journey of challenges and growth. 13Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Realistic romance novel

8. 408 好 A Favorable Wind at My Back 好风凭借力 Perhaps Not Just a Pond Dweller莫非池中物Modern Romance37k WordsCompleted With a little help from the wind, I’ll soar to the clouds. In life, some things are worth trying as you go. Perhaps a pleasant surprise is waiting just around the corner. Come follow the journey of a “leftover woman” as she makes the most of every opportunity. 63Reads—Score—Shelves
9. 409 乔 Dr. Qiao, I Want to Help You Collect Rent 乔医生，我想帮你收租 Fu Long伏珑Modern Romance756k WordsCompleted Jing Yan spent five years in love with Chu Yi, only to hear that his first love had moved into his home, instead of getting a wedding announcement. Her love for him faded away in an instant. After the breakup, she meets her landlord for the first time. Mr. Qiao is a doctor. The next time she sees him, she learns he’s also a property owner. In her everyday life, Dr. Qiao is the very picture of a mature, dependable adult man. One night, Jing Yan sends Dr. Qiao a tentative message: “Maybe I don’t w 2.7kReads9.2Score385Shelves

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   This book is so realistic! The misunderstandings between the male and female leads are always resolved on the same day. It's the kind of book that you can't put down once you start reading. Highly recommended!!!

10. 410 暗 Secretly in Love with Heyuan 暗恋河源 One Bite of Red Bean Qingtuan一口红豆青团Modern Romance135k WordsCompleted A young woman returns to her hometown to heal × a young man returns to start a business [The heroine has an ex-boyfriend, both leads are virgins, funny Northeastern slice-of-life, a slow-burn romance, secret love becomes mutual, happy ending] The summer she was eight, she gave him an eraser marked “LL.” After that, he stopped crying~ The summer she was eighteen, he asked her, “Will you come back?” She told him, “I will~” The summer she was twenty-eight, she found the old eraser he'd kept all 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Childhood sweethearts, a long-awaited reunion, unrequited love blossoming into reality – a sweet slice-of-life story, already completed, so feel free to read on!

11. 411 渴 A Guide to Cuddling for People with Skin Hunger 渴肤症患者的贴贴指南 Qu Buzhi曲不知Modern Romance366k WordsCompleted [Short dramas: An Unexpected Embrace and A Guide to Growing Into Love are now available] Xu Ning suffers from severe skin hunger, which makes her keep her distance from people for fear that she might accidentally let her secret slip. But the moment she meets He Lin, only two words cross Xu Ning's mind: I'm doomed! As C University's campus heartthrob, He Lin has never seen anyone pursue him so boldly. On their very first meeting, she corners him outside the restroom and asks, “Can I touch you?” H 17.5kReads9.5Score2.4kShelves
12. 412 我 My 23-Year-Old Northeastern Chinese CEO 我的23岁东北女总裁 Old Jiu's Records of History老九史记Urban809k WordsCompleted Multiple heroines, wish fulfillment. A true top-tier hunter always appears to be the prey. Who’s the real prey? After his girlfriend cheats on him, he plans to get revenge on the rival who stole both his patent and his girlfriend. His target is Su Qing, a university professor. But the professor turns the tables and “gets revenge” on him instead. His phone rings. It’s the woman who treated him like a pawn and sacrificed him at the negotiating table just that afternoon, Lin Zhixia. “Come work with 11.1kReads8.5Score908Shelves

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    Recommended by the City

13. 413 穿 After Transmigrating as the Hero’s Stepsister 穿成男主继妹后 Year After Year, No Fish年年不吃鱼Modern Romance217k WordsCompleted Yu Qian transmigrated into a novel her best friend had written for her. But she wasn't the heroine. She was the unwanted tagalong who moved into the male lead's home when her mother married his father. Yu Qian didn't care about any of that! What mattered was that in the book, her mom was still alive. She finally had a mother again! All she wanted in this life was to be a good little mama's girl, occasionally watching the male and female leads fall in love. What could be better? But then Hey, are 49.6kReads9.4Score4.2kShelves
14. 414 宁 Tales of Ningdu 宁都往事 Zhou Qingluan周清鸾Modern Romance257k WordsCompleted The heroine, Ning Baiyi, comes from a small town called Ningdu. A university student in the 1990s, she is full of ideals, unafraid of public opinion, and brave enough to pursue her dreams. At university, she heads the literature club and briefly falls in love with her classmate Du Songzi. A misunderstanding drives them apart. After graduation, disappointed with life, Ning Baiyi immerses herself in Buddhism and gives up on love. She meets Tang Yunsheng, a businessman, and they start a family. But 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Self-promotion and down-to-earth

15. 415 青 Where the Green Mountains Fade Into the Distance 青山归杳处 Book in the Mirror镜中书Modern Romance307k WordsCompleted [Steady, divorced senior leader X gentle, ambitious junior employee; age gap; sweet romance] At first, faced with a powerful, influential figure, Gu Yao feels both intimidated and awed. Then one day, she gets drunk and accidentally ends up in his car, and everything begins to change... P.S. The male lead’s first marriage was in name only. 90.3kReads9.4Score11.7kShelves

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    Girls, go watch this! I guarantee you'll be desperately looking for meal replacements after watching.

16. 416 全 Everyone Knows President He Likes Secretary Lin 全世界都知道贺总喜欢林秘书 Qu Buzhi曲不知Modern Romance299k WordsCompleted [Devoted couple, sweet romance, love at first sight, CEO and secretary] After dismissing three secretaries in six months, He Yuan was thoroughly pleased with Lin Yue, his fourth. But this secretary kept going on blind dates, giving He Yuan the impression that she was desperate to get married. However... Lin Yue seemed to be cursed with bad luck. She kept running into either mama's boys or weirdos. And then... Secretary Lin cried. Seven blind dates in six months, and seven times in tears. He Yuan 12.9kReads9.4Score1.5kShelves
17. 417 与 After a Blind Date with My Boss, the Good Times Were Over 与老板相亲之后，好日子到头了 Benevolent Breeze仁爱微风Modern Romance343k WordsCompleted After Su Luo did something unforgivable, her family sent her from the southern backwater of Nanman to a mediocre two-year college in Ningguta, thousands of kilometers away in the north. After graduation, they arranged a blind date for her with her boss. The moment Su Luo saw that her date was the very boss who had been tearing into her just moments earlier, she turned and ran without a second thought. From then on, she made an enemy of her vindictive boss, and he was furious. The consequences we 1.5kReads7.1Score102Shelves
18. 418 等 Waiting for You in the Endless Night 等你在夜未央 Water Leaves No Trace水不留痕Modern Romance165k WordsCompleted An Ning and Min Hang were abducted as children. After they were rescued, they were separated, then reunited as adults. This is a story about a romance between an underworld queen and a younger man. An Ning walks in the daylight, but her heart remains in the night. Min Hang saw her once and loved her, missed her while they were apart, and has only ever had eyes for her. He waits for you in the endless night, just to bring you out into the sunshine. 8.6kReads9.2Score825Shelves
19. 419 小 Xia's Dong Is Both Goofy and Wild 小夏的大冬又憨又野 Xiang Dududu香嘟嘟嘟Modern Romance165k WordsCompleted [Both leads are inexperienced] [She pursues him at first, then he pursues her] It starts out sweet and innocent, then gets a little steamy. I shamelessly think it's pretty good. He's a sushi shop owner who barely talks and blushes at the drop of a hat, so he never dares to fall for a girl. Then Ning Xiaoxia appears, and the little deer in his heart starts pounding wildly. “Why are you different from before?” “You opened the mechanism...” A down-to-earth novel, not a domineering CEO story. I chos 34Reads8.4Score—Shelves

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    A story about a couple with a significant height difference, a sushi restaurant owner as the male lead and a makeup artist as the female lead, and a realistic romance between ordinary people.

20. 420 先 Love After Pregnancy: His Sweetheart Is Hard to Soothe, but He Spoils Her as He Pleases 先孕后爱：娇娇难哄，他肆意偏宠 Meng Jingzhou孟惊舟Modern Romance346k WordsCompleted [Spoiled little troublemaker VS gentle older daddy] [Pregnant first, love later + two wealthy families + both leads are each other’s only partners, sweet romance + seven-year age gap + slice of life] - At her senior year graduation dinner, Wen Song let herself drink a few too many. Drinking too much can indeed lead to trouble. For instance, she slept with the most handsome, but also most old-fashioned, professor in her department. The next morning, she woke up and fled in a panic. But a month la 16.3kReads9.1Score1.4kShelves

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    It's a really good and sweet show, highly recommended and definitely worth watching.

21. 421 添 Ten Years of Longing 添了十年牵挂 Lone Boat, Single Oar孤舟独桨Modern Romance331k WordsCompleted [He pursues her first] + [Devoted love] + [Mutual devotion] + [A tearful separation] + [A joyful reunion] The male lead is moved by a poem and writes from memory, bringing the person he longs for to mind. 503 and 647 are numerical codes that sound like the names of the male and female leads. The story is told primarily in the first person and grounded in everyday life, following two lovers as they meet, grow close, fall for each other, separate, and reunite. Throughout their journey, both put th 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This article is based on real life and tells the story of a couple from meeting, getting to know each other, falling in love, separating, and reuniting. Along the way, the two of them have always considered each other more. Although their relationship has its ups and downs, it is incredibly profound!

22. 422 季 Mr. Ji, I Look Forward to Learning from You 季先生，请多多指教 Chubby Yuanbao元宝胖嘟嘟Modern Romance190k WordsCompleted (One-on-one romance) (Both are chaste) (A guiding lover) (Carefully laid plans) (Sweet romance) (Mutual redemption) Lin Wan is a pawn on his chessboard, a sharp blade in his business empire. He is the only person Lin Wan can rely on as she takes revenge on her ex-boyfriend for cheating. He is her weapon. She completes her revenge and fulfills his mission. The deal is over. They owe each other nothing. Later, he tells Lin Wan, “You still haven’t paid me back. I can’t get away from you, so I’ll ke 223Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A carefully orchestrated display of affection! Lin Wan is the male protagonist's sharpest weapon on his chessboard, and also the source of his undisguised heartbeat. She completes all her tasks and wants to leave, but he pulls her into his arms, embarking on a long and sweet journey of doting love.

23. 423 东 Dongguan Memories: The Girls Who Loved Me Back Then 东莞往事：那些年爱过我的女孩 Cold Moon Over Qishan祁山月冷Urban703k WordsOngoing [Urban Slice of Life + Multiple Heroines + Underdog’s Rise + Workplace] In 2006, Lin Yu arrives in Dongguan just after graduating from college. The city is said to be full of opportunities and romantic adventures. There, he meets the women who warm and support him as he grows, while he slowly rises from a rookie who can’t even tighten a screw to a workplace elite. He struggles and fights for his dreams in the face of reality, but growth always comes at a price. No System giving him cheat powers, 988Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book tells the love story of ordinary people and their struggles and triumphs in the workplace.

24. 424 爹 The Overwhelmingly Charming Daddy-Type Tycoon Leaves His Little Princess Flustered 爹系大佬太撩人小公主招架不住啦 Qingqing Is Rude卿卿无礼Modern Romance323k WordsCompleted [A sweet, resilient little princess × a roguish, flirtatious daddy-type powerhouse] [Ancient soul in the modern world + both virgins + age gap + plot-driven + devoted husband] When her country fell, Jiang Qie threw herself from the city wall in despair, sacrificing her life for her homeland. But can someone tell Jiang Qie why, when she clearly died, she has woken up in this strange place? And why has she run into a lecherous rogue who is both wicked and irresistibly charming?! The man wrapped an 3.4kReads9.2Score494Shelves
25. 425 娟 As Though Polished 娟然如拭 Bei Jincheng北锦澄Modern Romance155k WordsCompleted Guiding Romance + Workplace Marriage + Healing + CEO + Long-Running Scheme + Personal Growth Wang Juan had known her first love for ten years and been married to him for five, but then she suddenly discovered that her husband was attracted to men. As an HR professional, she thought she was good at reading people, yet she couldn't see through her husband. And somehow, she ended up hiring a marketing director who claimed he'd been in love with her for years. Faced with a marketing director who was 51Reads—Score—Shelves
26. 426 红 Within and Beyond the Red Walls, Spring Breeze Enters the Game 红墙内外，春风入局 Momo's Little Words墨墨小语Modern Romance521k WordsCompleted [Older, Powerful Man] [Age Gap] [Junior Clerk] [Career Growth] [Guiding Lover] [Sweet Romance] One chance encounter, one moment of curiosity, and one... At some point, everything began to change. 56.2kReads8.5Score4.1kShelves

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    This is absolutely the best choice for you. It's worth taking the time to brew a cup of tea and savor every detail. Trust me, when you close the last page, it will feel like you've experienced a warm and healing journey for your soul, and you'll gain a whole new understanding of life.

27. 427 醉 A Drunken Nighttime Kiss! One Flirt from Her, and the Arrogant Big Shot’s Heart Races 醉吻夜！她一撩，桀骜大佬心狂跳 A Crescent Moon一剪月Modern Romance539k WordsCompleted [The print edition of Climbing the Capital’s Family Tree is now available on all platforms.] [Top Capital City Tycoon · Rebellious, Devoted Suit-Wearing Bad Boy vs. Ballet Princess · Radiant, Proud Little Swan] Li Zhi and Fu Yanze grew up together, but Li Zhi turned out to be the fake heiress. For the sake of his own interests, Fu Yanze chose to get engaged to the real heiress, a leading actress in the entertainment industry. He hoped Li Zhi would understand and said he would come back to marr 59.7kReads9.5Score7.3kShelves
28. 428 风 The Wind Has Its Reasons for Coming 风有风的来意 Jia Jia佳家Modern Romance657k WordsCompleted The hero has loved her for years / The second male lead grovels to win her back A realistic road-trip story + no domineering CEO, no pampered wife, no coercion, no yandere + mature adults + light comedy (not a devoted, exclusive couple / not a happy ending) A cold-faced female CEO & a rugged man with many secret identities (painter / volunteer teacher in Tibet / part-time driver) * Leng Qing: The world is my oyster, and I’ll open it with my sword. A Xin: Before I can no longer see, I’ll remember 2.8kReads9.2Score404Shelves

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    Tibet, a place you must visit in your lifetime; if you haven't had the chance to go, at least read about it to satisfy your craving. Wuhan, the city that nurtured a heroine who is cool, decisive, insightful, and wise.

29. 429 榴 Pomegranate Blossoms Meet a White Shirt 榴花撞见白衬衫 Liu Yiyi柳祎一Modern Romance248k WordsCompleted Intelligent, gentle tutoring-center teacher × kindhearted dentist CEO who defies the usual playbook [Love at first sight | The ultimate in doting and flirtation | Intellectual soulmates | Healing, swoon-worthy everyday romance] The prologue of fate began with an unexpected encounter outside a flower shop. As pomegranate blossoms scattered through the air, Lin Yifan, a 31-year-old dentist and CEO, heard his heart skip a beat. With just one glance, she threw his once-calm world into disarray. Bef 1.3kReads8.3Score109Shelves

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    Although the male lead is a CEO, he is gentle and considerate in front of the female lead, instantly turning into a loyal "little puppy" who is very obedient and spoils her so much that it's enviable!

30. 430 卷 The Grind System Forces Me to Give It Everything 卷王系统逼我干到天花板 E Jia鳄佳Marriage & Romance294k WordsCompleted After binding to a System, workplace rookie Lin Xiao can quantify emotions, and her aesthetic sense becomes combat power. Once an invisible office nobody whose proposals were stolen by coworkers, she makes a stunning comeback and joins the group’s flagship project, competing alongside a design genius, a channel queen, and a marketing rival. But the real challenge isn’t proposals or design. It’s the games of human nature and the undercurrents of power lurking behind every decision. Rising from ex —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    From a nobody in the workplace whose plans were stolen to a key figure in the group's core projects, Lin Xiao's growth is a dual advancement in both ability and original aspiration.

31. 431 清 A Gentle Breeze Meets the White Dew 清风遇白露 Honey Baby哈尼宝宝Modern Romance453k WordsCompleted In their previous lives, three people laid the groundwork for an entanglement that would continue into the next... One defied the will of Heaven and feared no karmic retribution, forcibly changing her fate for her; One was destined to be bound to her, their names written side by side on the Three Lives Stone; And one, after her death, set up a memorial tablet for her and built a shrine in her honor, keeping her soul from dispersing and giving it a place to return to. In this life, all three are 259Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    This novel features two male protagonists and one female protagonist. It tells the story of a contest between predestined fate and the power of human intervention to change one's destiny. Both male protagonists are outstanding, and the entire novel is very sweet and worth reading.

32. 432 学 After Returning Home with My Degree, I Got My Marriage License with My Secret Crush 学成归来后，我和暗恋男神领证了 Mo Bei Yao漠北瑶Modern Romance104k WordsCompleted [Campus romance + secret crush + sweet pampering] Xia Fei had been secretly in love with Sun Can for seven years, paying the price for her feelings every single day. Seven years later, they met again on campus while taking the teacher recruitment exam. The torrent of her secret crush and the regrets of youth surged within her, and Sun Can boldly added Xia Fei on WeChat. The spring breeze of love swept over them, and they were back where they started. Xia Fei wasn't the only one who carried a se 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I recommend you check out these two books. They're very realistic and relatable.

33. 433 榆 A Peach Blossom Blooms for the Elm Tree 榆木开桃花 Jin Ran瑾然Modern Romance26k WordsCompleted [Sweet Romance] The quirky student Tao Muxi falls in love at first sight with Yu You, a teacher she works with, but he rejects her advances. Once she discovers he's a teacher, she becomes even more hesitant to make a move. As they spend time together, Yu You is drawn to Tao Muxi, but their positions make it difficult for him to confess. Lin Yin, a supporting female character who has a crush on Yu You, repeatedly gives Tao Muxi a hard time, but Yu You always steps in to help. Convinced that Yu Yo 35Reads9.1Score—Shelves

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    The writing is very delicate and leaves a lasting impression.

34. 434 返 The Man Who Grew Young Again 返老还童的男人 Yin Qianchen银千臣Urban1.1M WordsOngoing A baby adopted by a widow was born looking seventy years old. Then he began to age backward, slowly growing younger. At eighteen, he looked like he was in his fifties. In the end, he became a baby and died in the arms of the person he loved most. 1.7kReads7.9Score107Shelves

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    A surreal, exhilarating novel with multiple female protagonists.

35. 435 闪 My Flash-Marriage Husband's Love Has Me Spoiled and Proud 闪婚老公的爱让我恃宠而骄 Mo Bei Yao漠北瑶Modern Romance182k WordsCompleted She, Xu Mengyao, a cool, beautiful woman who was once the goddess of first love in everyone's eyes, planned to marry her boyfriend of four years, Chen Hao, after becoming pregnant. But his mother broke them up. He, Li Yuanjun, a warm-hearted man, met Xu Mengyao, a bridesmaid, at a friend's wedding, and fell for her at first sight. Handsome and sunny, Li Yuanjun eventually won Xu Mengyao over with his sincerity. A month later, they had a whirlwind wedding and registered their marriage. After the 22Reads—Score—Shelves
36. 436 大 Big City, Little Spring 大城小春 Wheat小麦Modern Romance781k WordsCompleted [Marriage and Romance + Food + A Love Meant to Be] A new novel by the author of A Spring Deep in Bianjing: a Shanghai love story about mature men and women, and the married lives of people who love good food. A beloved novel that brings together a portrait of urban relationships, a story of women's growth, and a map of Shanghai's culinary scene! The clear-headed, independent foodie Tang Fang x the genius architect Chen Yisheng. From clashing at every turn to unwavering devotion, we are soulmates 1.8kReads9.5Score254Shelves

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    This is a modern urban romance novel with excellent writing and a captivating story. The male lead is a sunny and cheerful designer, while the female lead is a deep-seated food critic. The two leads are a perfect match in terms of personality and family background. The story not only explores romance but also friendship and family bonds, especially the female lead and her best friends, which are truly enviable.

37. 437 鼎 Standing Tall: An Entrepreneur’s Memoir 鼎立：一个创业者的自述 Old Dragonfly老蜻蜓Urban291k WordsOngoing Female readers can dive in without worry. You won't be disappointed. Guys can dive in without worry too. You definitely won't be disappointed. If you're tired of far-fetched fantasies, then this story was made for you. This tale of entrepreneurship is the coming-of-age story of a thirty-year-old man. This practical business guide is a living textbook on human nature. This is the story of a struggling wage slave. This is a story about men and women. 2013 was a golden age for adventurers. One step —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This is very realistic, down-to-earth, and not pretentious.

38. 438 重 Lao Wang from Chongqing 重庆老王 The Later Generation Clan后人一族Urban1.6M WordsOngoing My new work is out! You can read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you enjoy it. Your support is what motivates me to write, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 1.5kReads8.3Score116Shelves
39. 439 闺 The Best Friend Trap 闺蜜陷阱 Gu Xiner顾新儿Urban404k WordsOngoing This novel is the absolute pinnacle of revenge stories. It's so gripping you won't be able to put it down! It weaves together family, friendship, and romance, making it a must-read! The love story between Shen Feng and Rui Xiaoqiao is deeply moving! 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book is full of genuine emotions; the author is a master at writing romance novels, and it's not to be missed!

40. 440 万 All Paths Lead to the Netherworld 万法归宗幽冥路 The Later Generation Clan后人一族Urban441k WordsCompleted The male lead regains his youth and cultivates immortality while working as a gatekeeper at an art school. He has eight immortal senior sisters from the Maoshan School’s Zhengyi Sect, an adorable little fox from Qingqiu Mountain, and Jiegeng, a thousand-year-old demoness. The capital’s number-one Grand Princess comes looking for a hug from him every night. 182Reads—Score106Shelves
41. 441 顾 Hello, Mr. Gu 顾先生，你好 Er Chen贰尘Modern Romance126k WordsCompleted Seven years ago, he wrote her a letter ending their friendship with his own hands, then vanished without a trace. Just when she thought they would never meet again in this life, he returned. A deliberately arranged meeting gave them both a chance at a love they couldn't settle for less than. Whenever Cheng Cheng looks back, she still finds it hard to believe. She never imagined that, from the moment she met Gu Qing, no one else would ever be able to enter her world. Back then, they were deskmate 96Reads6.4Score—Shelves

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    This book tells the story of what happened to the author; reality is reflected in the novel!

42. 442 许 She Let Him Play with Fire 许她玩火 Durian Huohuo榴莲火火Modern Romance242k WordsCompleted [Independent, clear-headed photographer heroine] & [Scheming, devoted CEO hero] She makes the first move and tempts him, then they keep each other on tenterhooks. One pursues, the other gives in, and they're both all in [both virgins] [Sweet romance, extra sweet] Not brainless, sound values, both smart After getting drunk, Huai An gazed at Xu Zhisheng with a pair of slender, soulful phoenix eyes, looking utterly seductive. “Kiss me.” 352Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A novel that is realistic, not unrealistic, morally sound, and not mindless, suitable for adult men and women to read at night.

43. 443 降 Descending Into His Heart 降临他心上 Scallion Egg Pancake葱香鸡蛋饼Modern Romance404k WordsCompleted [Physical edition available for preorder on April 4] + [Short drama now streaming] [Sweet youth romance] + [Both leads are pure] Zhou Ran, owner of Xiacheng’s most famous tattoo shop, is synonymous with coldness and wildness. The first time Xia Mian sees him, she barges into his tattoo shop and asks for a butterfly tattoo. “What color do you want?” “Green.” “What shade of green?” Xia Mian hesitates, then points to his light green hair. “That exact shade.” Zhou Ran: “?” - People in Xiacheng say t 31kReads9.5Score4.6kShelves

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    It's really good! Zhou Ran and Mianmian are so heartwarming, sweet and funny. Highly recommended!

44. 444 沪 Shanghai Auntie’s AI Male Model 沪上阿姨AI男模 The Later Generation Clan后人一族Urban857k WordsCompleted The protagonist, Wang Chen, struggles to survive in an apocalyptic world during the Great Depression, then unexpectedly transmigrates to an alternate-world Shanghai in the 1990s. And so Wang Chen’s happy life begins! 4.1kReads7.1Score270Shelves
45. 445 极 The Irresistible Playboy 极品桃花男 The Later Generation Clan后人一族Urban611k WordsCompleted [Urban feel-good story] [Slice of life] [Set in the 2020s] [Realistic everyday life] [Multiple female leads] [Dongguan Prince Hotel] [Transmigration to the apocalypse] [Genetically enhanced super soldiers] 419Reads8.5Score105Shelves
46. 446 不 An Ill-Matched Marriage 不般配的婚姻 Xue Lanyou雪蓝悠Modern Romance210k WordsCompleted After Cheng Ruojia, a small-town girl, married her boss, Tang Yixuan, she spent the next ten years as a housewife, looking after Tang Yixuan and their daughter, Tang Qi. But as Tang Yixuan's business grew and his handsome looks drew attention, a marital crisis crept closer and closer... 695Reads5.8Score—Shelves

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    A family story, featuring a married couple with children and both sets of parents; a heartwarming story.

47. 447 小 The Wind in the Little Town Carries Light 小城的风带着光 He Jin Yi禾今一Modern Romance138k WordsCompleted Cheng Fan, a writer from a small county town, meets Liu Di, a young local police officer. This is a gently paced story that’s easy to relate to. In the familiar little city, Cheng Fan rides uncrowded buses, seeks out the lively street-corner scenes, and takes in the town’s scenery and breezes. The wind in this small county town carries light, warming Cheng Fan’s quiet little life and stirring up a story of her own. This is the kind of unhurried life that suits her, and gradually, he too is swept 21Reads8.1Score—Shelves

    Reader note

    The wind in this small town carries light, healing reality.

48. 448 十 Ten Days, Eighteen-Year-Old Great-Grandma, I'm Not a Scumbag 十日十八岁太奶我不是渣男 The Later Generation Clan后人一族Urban767k WordsCompleted [Urban Imagination] [Surreal] [Multiple Female Leads] [Beijing-Circle Heiresses] [Beautiful Women Around the World] [Entertainment Industry Stars] [Web-Novel Heroines] [Most Beautiful Heroines on Screen] 251Reads6.9Score145Shelves
49. 449 不 We Who Don't Know How to Love 不会爱的我们 Sea of Flowers Behind the House屋后花海Modern Romance188k WordsCompleted [A brave heroine who grows on her own] [A realistic story, not a wish-fulfillment fantasy] [First-person perspective] [A broken family of origin] [The heroine has sound values (she is 16 when the story begins, and still immature enough to have the occasional bad thought)] [Clear-eyed about life] If your very birth was a mistake, how would you make the most of the life ahead of you? Shui Qingqing: Live for yourself and on your own terms. Wield a gentle blade and carve out a kingdom of happiness 2.4kReads9.3Score290Shelves

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    📖 *We Who Can't Love* tells the story of Shui Qingqing, a strong and gentle girl. She's optimistic, confident, and rationally knows what she truly wants. Despite her broken family background, she maintains a clear head and strives to find happiness amidst life's challenges. Ultimately, she chooses Xue Zeyu and enters into marriage. 🤗🥰

50. 450 我 My Sixteen-Year-Old White Moonlight 我的16岁白月光 The Later Generation Clan后人一族Urban198k WordsCompleted Modern city romance, pure love, slice of life, feel-good male-oriented fiction, campus romance, campus belle, first love, mother-in-law, fiancée, heiresses from Beijing's elite families. Contemporary romance, the husband-chasing crematorium trope. 1.1kReads—Score—Shelves

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