Historical Fiction That's More Realistic and Longer, Please 历史类的，真实点的，字数多点，谢谢

1. 251 北 Scheming for Power in Northern Wei: This Xuande Is Too Powerful 北魏谋国：这个玄德太强了 Dudu Who Lives on the Moon住在月亮上的嘟嘟Historical3.2M WordsCompleted (An alternate-history story, not based on official history) Liu Jing transmigrates to the city of Sishi in Northern Wei during its final years. There he unexpectedly meets the teenage Yang Zhong, still a farmer, and the rich young heir Gao Aocao. Thanks to the Liu family’s ancestral secret art, he successfully fools the two brothers into swearing brotherhood over chicken in a field of chrysanthemums. History would call them the “Three Chrysanthemum Brothers.” Later, Liu Jing becomes Er Zhu Rong’ 3.5kReads7.3Score233Shelves

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   This book has so many words!

2. 252 舍 Chinese History You Won't Want to Put Down: Qin Unifies the Realm 舍不得看完的中国史：秦并天下 Little Clerk of the Bohai Sea渤海小吏Historical166k WordsCompleted In our memories, everything we remember about history ultimately comes down to war. All the rises and falls, accidents, motives, strategies, economic forces, and natural disasters come together to set the stage for wars that change the course of history. Those wars, in turn, condense all our views, impressions, jokes, and imaginings about the past. Through these accounts, the author traces the course of ancient Chinese history. Too Good to Finish: Qin Unifies the Realm takes the rise and fall of 1.8kReads9.6Score545Shelves

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   🍓🥬 Highly recommended! The characters are well-developed and have distinct personalities. The plot is interesting and engaging. After watching it, you'll feel like everything else is lacking!

3. 253 半 A Half-Hour Cartoon History of China (Complete in Five Volumes) 半小时漫画中国史（全五册） Er Hunzi二混子Historical149k WordsCompleted Read comics for half an hour and master three thousand years of history, with a crystal-clear timeline you can recite backward as soon as you finish. Using nothing but hand-drawn illustrations and jokes, Er Hunzi lays out the grand sweep of history with impressive clarity: the Spring and Autumn and Warring States periods were like a classroom; the Qin dynasty burned brightly and died young; the Three Kingdoms era came down to three great battles; the chaotic Wei and Jin period was full of oddbal 2.3kReads9.7Score549Shelves
4. 254 哈 The Glory of the Habsburgs 哈布斯堡的荣耀 Jiang Jinxia, Who Loves Noodle Sauce with Green Beans爱吃豆角炸酱的蒋金霞Historical317k WordsOngoing Lin Ming, a modern man, transmigrates into the body of the Austrian emperor in 1836. The empire is still flourishing, and the Habsburgs' glory still shines across Central Europe. Can the century-old empire's ambitions endure? 406Reads8.4Score—Shelves

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   This book is good; it's about Austria and aligns with historical facts. The novel isn't finished yet, so you might want to check it out.

5. 255 三 Three Kingdoms: I, Tao Ying, the Wandering God of War 三国：我，陶应，浪子战神 Mountain Wind, Wooden Fish山风木鱼Historical1.4M WordsCompleted No System + political intrigue + war for supremacy + civil officials + military generals. The protagonist transmigrates into the body of Tao Ying, a wastrel from Xuzhou. Just as his father Tao Qian passes away, Tao Ying finds himself at the mercy of the aggressively ambitious Liu Bei, Guan Yu, and Zhang Fei, as well as Mi Zhu, Cao Bao, and Chen Deng, who have thrown in their lot with Liu Bei. His life or death rests in the hands of others. With others holding the knife and him laid out like meat —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This is a time-travel novel set in the Three Kingdoms period. It is based on history, featuring ingenious strategies, heroic spirit, and battles.

6. 256 布 A Commoner Conquers the Nine Provinces 布衣镇九州 Cai Bibi菜比比Historical2.3M WordsCompleted Zhao Ce transmigrates to the Ming Dynasty, becoming an impoverished scholar with a terrible reputation. He also discovers that he borrowed money to get married, then squandered it all, and ended up buying a pitiful little cripple on the way back to make up the numbers. The little cripple has mismatched eyes and is treated like a monster. Zhao Ce: What kind of miserable life is this? A disastrous start? But when he takes another look at the little cripple, so tiny and thin, blinking those big eye 26.5kReads9.2Score2.7kShelves

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   🍄🍐 Highly recommended! The characters are well-developed and have distinct personalities. The plot is interesting and engaging. After watching it, you'll feel like everything else is lacking!

7. 257 我 I’m Just a Foolish Emperor. What Bad Intentions Could I Have? 我就一昏君，能有什么坏心思？ Hai Jingliangong海静凉宫Historical3.9M WordsOngoing [Tyrant + Political Scheming + Feel-Good Power Fantasy + Misinterpretations + Farming] Luo Lin opens his eyes and finds himself the new ruler of the Qian Kingdom, bound to a Tyrant System. If he ruins the kingdom’s fortunes, he can live forever? Being a wise ruler might be difficult, but being a tyrant should be easy. Just do whatever you want with your eyes closed! Then he looks around: a bewitchingly beautiful empress, a fiercely loyal minister, and a powerful eunuch. So Luo Lin starts causing 10.8kReads9.1Score799Shelves
8. 258 从 Starting with Ying Zheng: Emperors of Every Dynasty Arrive One After Another 从嬴政开始：历代君王陆续降临 A Bowl of Hot Dry Noodles来碗热干面Historical1.0M WordsCompleted [Lighthearted + humorous + adventure] History buffs, enter at your own risk After Qin Shi Huang died, he was transported to a walled city. One day inside equaled one year in the outside world. Each time the city gates opened, the setting was different, bringing all kinds of fantastical adventures. On the third day, Hu Hai arrived. “Father, you have to get justice for me!” Twelve days later, Liu Bang arrived. “Brother Zheng, don't tell me you still don't know your Qin has fallen!” Wang Mang arriv 128.5kReads9.6Score20kShelves

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   🍆🍊 Highly recommended! The characters are well-developed and have distinct personalities. The plot is interesting and engaging. After watching it, you'll feel like everything else is lacking!

9. 259 大 Great Ming's First Female Marshal 大明第一女军侯 Interesting Plantain有趣的車前子Historical319k WordsCompleted She was the peerless woman warrior of the Great Ming, riding a thousand miles along the road of loyal souls. Standing six feet one inch tall, she defeated the Qing armies and crushed the bandit rebels, earning great renown for her loyalty and courage to the Wei family and the state. She was the only woman in history to be honored with a separate biography as a celebrated general of a dynasty in the official histories. She humbled Dorgon and fought bloody battles against Hong Taiji. Her beauty wa 399Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Its defining characteristic is its authenticity.

10. 260 近 A Century of Turmoil in Modern Society: Great Historical Figures (22-Volume Set) 近代社会的百年风云：历史大人物篇（共二十二册） Yue Nan岳南Historical5.5M WordsCompleted This was an unprecedented upheaval in a millennium, a time of cultural ferment and brilliant stars. It captures the spirit and ideals of the remarkable people who lived through this great era, painting a vivid portrait of the major figures of Republican-era China. The main figures include Liang Sicheng, Lin Huiyin, Mei Yiqi, Hu Shi, Chen Yinke, Fu Sinian, Chen Bulei, and others... 385Reads9.4Score107Shelves

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    The novel, which focuses on culture, history, and historical figures, is a complete work with a large word count. It's a very good read and I recommend it to everyone.

11. 261 大 Great Ming: The Strongest Crown Prince in History 大明：史上最强太子 Deer Dust鹿尘埃Historical1.3M WordsCompleted [Great Ming] + [System] + [Invincible] + [Feel-Good Story] He transmigrated as Zhu Yuanzhang's eldest son, Zhu Biao, the crown prince with the most secure position in history! He awakened the Fortune Golden Egg System! Once a year, he could smash open a golden egg. The stronger his fortune, the more amazing the prize! A flawless body, peerless swordsmanship, a divine command... With the System's support, he became the greatest crown prince in history! Under Zhu Biao's leadership, the Great Ming 41kReads9.0Score3.8kShelves

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    Awan is here to recommend books. Story Summary: Subject matter: History

12. 262 大 The Great Tang's Ode: Saving the World and Bringing Peace to the People 大唐赋之济世安民 Lazy Hut Scholar懒庐书生Historical153k WordsCompleted This novel tells the sweeping, legendary story of Li Shimin, Emperor Taizong of Tang! Most of it is based on real history, though I've added some artistic touches and a few personal insights. I wrote this book because I like an actor. I hope that one day I can see him wearing a ceremonial robe embroidered with the twelve imperial symbols. He would look absolutely wonderful! 27Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book is a true historical novel!

13. 263 大 The Secret History of a Ming Eunuch 大明太监秘史 Interesting Plantain有趣的車前子Historical1.0M WordsCompleted While Zheng He's treasure fleet was still cutting through the waves of the Indian Ocean, he could never have imagined that a century later, in the Forbidden City, the eunuchs who followed in his wake would change the empire's fate in an entirely different way. From seven voyages to the Western Seas that won renown across the world, to Wang Zhen's disastrous defeat at Tumu Fortress, where he sent 500,000 soldiers to their deaths; from Liu Jin's brazen claim to be the “living emperor,” to Wei Zhon 89Reads—Score—Shelves
14. 264 大 Turbulent Times in the Great Tang: Guo Ziyi 大唐风云之郭子仪 Interesting Plantain有趣的車前子Historical843k WordsCompleted Guo Ziyi’s Four-Dynasty Survival Guide In a command tent on a snowy night, 58-year-old Guo Ziyi takes on An Lushan’s 150,000 rebels with just 30,000 battered troops. He single-handedly props up the tottering Tang Dynasty, yet survives power struggles across four reigns to become a legend: a man whose achievements could overshadow his sovereign, yet never arouse his sovereign’s suspicion! Born into the Guo clan of Taiyuan and a top graduate of the military examinations, Guo Ziyi spends more than 889Reads6.5Score102Shelves
15. 265 皇 The Emperor's Gold Medal County Magistrate 皇家金牌县令 Noodle King Zai板面王仔Historical2.7M WordsCompleted [Farming + lighthearted fun + transmigration] Fang Zhengyi transmigrates to the Great Jing dynasty and becomes a county magistrate. After seven years of work, he has created his own earthly paradise. He’d planned to live out his days as a carefree little emperor. In the thirteenth year of the Jinghe era, the emperor of Great Jing travels incognito and accidentally wanders into Taoyuan County... The moment the emperor enters the county, he is astonished! The many strange and wondrous things leave 230.3kReads9.5Score28.7kShelves
16. 266 龙 Wei Qing, the Flying General of Dragon City 龙城飞将卫青 Interesting Plantain有趣的車前子Historical490k WordsCompleted From an illegitimate stable boy to Grand Marshal of Weiyang Palace! From a lowly horse groom in the Marquis of Pingyang’s household to the Han dynasty’s great warrior who swept the Xiongnu from the field, Wei Qing’s life is an iron-blooded legend of a man rising from humble beginnings. He launched a surprise attack on Longcheng, ending a century of setbacks for Han forces against the Xiongnu; reclaimed the Hetao region, extending the frontier by a thousand li and securing the Han dynasty’s north 3.6kReads6.9Score151Shelves
17. 267 穿 Transmigrating to the Northern Song: Restoring the Imperial Court 穿越北宋之重振朝纲 The Immortal Realm Is Full of Workhorses仙界多牛马Historical807k WordsOngoing Transmigrate to the Northern Song Dynasty, where the people are as beautiful as jade and the young nobles are unmatched in the world. [No System + power fantasy + powerful minister + field missions + masterful schemes] Put down Liangshan, subdue Tian Hu, Wang Qing, and Fang La, conquer the Jin and destroy the Liao. The “Humiliation of Jingkang” never happened. No matter how foolish the emperor of the Great Song may be, even if he can only serve as a figurehead, he must not be insulted! In the bl 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Super good historical setting + multiple female leads

18. 268 手 With Eight Hundred Iron Cavalry at My Command, Victory Is Mine 手握八百铁骑，优势在我 Old Ancestor Ji of Ma Yu Island妈屿岛的季老祖Historical2.8M WordsOngoing The sixteen-year-old Eighth Prince was dismissed as a good-for-nothing. Then, one day, sealed memories awakened within him. Faced with the turbulent currents swirling beneath the surface of the capital, he chose to leave and take up his post in his fief. With royal infighting, powerful clans pulling the strings, and the people living in misery... see how he carves out new territory in a world where dynastic rule and martial arts coexist. 4kReads7.2Score274Shelves

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    Combining alternate history with elements from historical events

19. 269 我 My Grandfather Is Emperor Wu of Han 我祖父是汉武帝 Sallow Little Face小脸蜡黄Historical1.4M WordsCompleted My Grandfather Is Emperor Wu of Han Synopsis: I am of imperial blood, the rightful heir of the Great Han. My grandfather is Emperor Wu of Han. The god of war Wei Qing is my granduncle, Huo Qubing is my uncle, and Emperor Xuan of Han, Liu Bingyi, is my unborn son. I transmigrate and am reborn as the eldest grandson of the Han Dynasty. I will change my fate of being murdered, and change the fate of the Han Dynasty entering into another marriage alliance with the Xiongnu. See how Liu Jin restores t 1.4kReads9.0Score139Shelves
20. 270 典 The Classics of China: Livestreaming Across Past and Present 典籍华夏：直播古今 Su Zhiting苏知婷Urban1.0M WordsCompleted Ning An transmigrates and becomes an entertainment livestreamer. But he isn't content with that. He's determined to create an epic masterpiece that bridges past and present through conversation. The System arrives, giving Ning An the ability to travel to any dynasty, meet historical figures, and discuss the past and present with them. When he meets Confucius, Ning An says with the utmost reverence, "Without Confucius, the world would have been shrouded in darkness for all eternity." Confucius ea 2.1kReads9.4Score224Shelves
21. 271 秦 Qin Qi: Raising Horses and Founding a Nation 秦启：牧马立国 Xiaoyao Shisanlang逍遥十三郎Historical340k WordsCompleted An Early Qin Epic: Book One [Great Qin + Qin Feizi + Founder of Qin + First Lord of Qin] During the turbulent final years of the Western Zhou, Qin Feizi, raised on the grasslands of Longxi, saves King Xiao of Zhou from danger with his extraordinary skill at horse training and is granted fifty li of land in Qin. From then on, the young herdsman embarks on a thorny path of founding a state. He builds cities and settlements, unites the Zhou and Rong peoples, and lays the foundations of a kingdom am 56Reads—Score—Shelves
22. 272 这 This Three Kingdoms Has No Transmigration 这个三国不穿越 Marquis of Xiangping, Defender of the East镇东襄平侯Historical700k WordsCompleted There are fewer and fewer novels about the Three Kingdoms that stick to the official history. This one presents a complete picture of the era, with the schemes and calculations of great figures, the helplessness and laments of ordinary people, incisive analysis, historical figures weighing their decisions, and examinations of the historical context. It features vivid depictions of military strategy and warfare, as well as the complexities of human relationships at every turn. All these elements 221Reads8.8Score—Shelves

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    The official history of the Three Kingdoms, vivid historical literature, allows you to understand historical events and figures, and to see the strategies, games, interests, and human relationships behind them. It explores the internal and external struggles surrounding the geography, military affairs, powerful families, personnel, and intrigues of the Three Kingdoms period.

23. 273 典 Treasures of China: From the Start, I Talk with the Ten Greatest Emperors 典藏华夏：开局对话十大皇帝 The Flames of War Rekindle烽火重燃Urban3.1M WordsCompleted Jiang Yi transmigrates and becomes the most promising host at the national television network. From the start, he's hosting "Treasures of China" and plans to find actors to portray the great figures of history. Luckily, the System arrives, granting Jiang Yi the power to cross between past and present and speak with historical figures! Li Shimin asks, “If I sign the Treaty of the Wei River with the Turks, will it keep my empire and people safe?” Jiang Yi replies, “Your empire will survive, but yo 30.3kReads9.5Score4.6kShelves
24. 274 元 The Battle for Origin Star 元星之战 A Xing from Western Shu西蜀阿兴Sci-Fi & Apocalypse1.3M WordsCompleted A young forensic doctor unexpectedly finds himself responsible for saving Earth from a crisis. A group of young people led by Qin Feng wage an unyielding struggle against interstellar hegemony to save the planet. Earth, Tianjia, Yuanxing, the Eightfold Wolf Realm, the Anti-Technology Alliance, terrifying forces, and many others clash in a battle to the death. Who will emerge victorious? Many might say justice. No, not justice. Then what? Find out in The Battle of Yuanxing, a long novel that perf 322Reads9.4Score101Shelves

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    So realistic! A book that could overturn history! Just to reiterate, this is purely fictional; please do not take it personally. Thank you.

25. 275 大 The Great Qi Marquis of One Step 大齐一步侯 A Single Thought of Nothingness一念无Historical846k WordsCompleted [Alternate history, airtight logic, a treat to listen to, multiple heroines, lighthearted daily life, the jianghu and court politics, love and hate, national and family vendettas...] A modern-day criminal investigator transmigrates into the body of a minor official in the State of Qi. At first, his only dream is to stay alive. But when foreign barbarians invade the Central Plains, slaughtering and pillaging until the kingdom falls and families are torn apart, he has no choice but to enter the fr 15.7kReads8.2Score942Shelves

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    Alternate history, no system, multiple female leads, clear logic, well-developed characters, rich plot, concise writing, national and personal vendettas, court intrigue and martial arts world, laughter and tears intertwined—please enjoy! 😄 [Please follow] 💕

26. 276 三 Three Kingdoms: A Father and Son Torn Apart to Stop Cao Cao's Massacre 三国：为阻止曹操屠城父子决裂 Trade Secrets Are Secrets Too商业机密也是机密Historical1.2M WordsCompleted Cao Shuo, son of Cao Cao, is known by everyone as a good-for-nothing. After an accident leaves him thrown from his horse, he becomes a completely different person. When his attempt to stop Cao Cao from massacring a city fails, father and son fall out. Cao Shuo embarks on a different path in life, vying with the warlords for control of the realm. He hopes the common people will be able to live with dignity... 2.3kReads7.5Score144Shelves

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    Cao Cao's son, Cao Shuo, was considered a good-for-nothing by many. However, an accidental fall into the water transformed him completely. After failing to dissuade Cao Cao from massacring a city, he and his father had a final falling out. He then joined the other warlords in their struggle for power, hoping to enable the people to live like human beings.

27. 277 皇 Ming Dynasty Natives Versus Transmigrators 皇明土著大战穿越众 Would You Dare Say Yes?叫你敢答应吗Historical3.7M WordsOngoing Current plot: A newcomer to officialdom enters the inner circle as a pawn, but refuses to settle for mediocrity and wants to break free of his constraints. By chance, he gets caught up in turmoil on the frontier, where three hundred battered soldiers rout thirty thousand northern invaders. Zheng Zhi, a household retainer of the Zhen Ding Guard under the Ming rear army's Governor's Office, dreams of himself sixty years in the future. From then on, the Ming Dynasty gains a peerless talent in both 128Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    The Ming Dynasty, the imperial examination system, a growth-oriented storyline, the Embroidered Uniform Guard, farming, and intrigue.

28. 278 老 The Veteran Never Falls 老兵不陨 San Shi, Scattered Immortal三石散仙Urban561k WordsCompleted A military historical novel based on real history, with no transmigration and no wish fulfillment. This is the story of a Chinese soldier's personal growth! It also vividly portrays the rise and expansion of the People's Army and the great Chinese nation reclaiming its former glory. Centered on the brothers Zhao Sheng and Zhao Yu, the novel follows several young people from northern Jiangsu whose lives take very different paths. The story begins in the turbulent years of the War of Resistance 767Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The most realistic, detailed, and exciting military history novel, a rare find among Tomato's works, is a veteran's coming-of-age story!

29. 279 草 A Commoner Holds the Imperial Seal, So Let Me Be Rude 草民执玺，庶我无礼 Bread Fu Lu Wa面包福禄娃Historical1.1M WordsOngoing [Alternate history + political intrigue + factional strife + succession struggle + war] No System, no invincibility, no treasures, no special bloodline, no golden finger… nothing at all! From the start, all He Yan can say is “Ah!” He’s the unlucky soul who transmigrates into a book as a lowly slave on the frontier. Mired in the dirt, he’s caught in a time of chaos, with a life as cheap as an ant’s. When even a bowl of porridge and a meal of rice are no longer guaranteed, should he accept his fat 115Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A historical intrigue masterpiece comparable to "The Legend of the Condor Heroes," this book showcases the author's extensive historical knowledge, with almost everything written according to historical facts. Beyond the plot, readers can learn a great deal about history, from entering the game through war to strategizing for the world—it's practically a textbook on ancient political intrigue!

30. 280 关 About Being Deposed After 27 Days: I Give Up Fighting Back! 关于27天被废，我放弃了挣扎！ Wine and Meat Pass Through the Gut酒肉穿肠Historical409k WordsCompleted [Transmigration] + [Emperor] + [Absurdity] + [Turning the Tables Against All Odds] A modern-day nobody transmigrates into Liu He, who is about to ascend the throne but will reign for just 27 days. Throughout history, there have been plenty of “pathetic fools” we always laugh at. If we were in their shoes, could we really do any better? History may sometimes seem absurd, but on closer inspection, it has its own logic. Knowing that he is destined to be deposed, can he find a different ending? Watc 24Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A story, neither long nor short.

31. 281 异 A Dream in Another World 异时空之一枕黄粱 Gong You Tianli共由天力Historical608k WordsCompleted There are too many power fantasies online! Transmigrators can easily slaughter their way to victory. Doesn't that show too little respect for the great sages of the past? This book won't be a power fantasy. I only want to extrapolate events as realistically and plausibly as possible, for my own amusement. That's all. This story follows a modern electronics expert who transmigrates into the son of a merchant in the late Qing dynasty. He gradually builds up his strength and consolidates resources 91Reads7.6Score—Shelves

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    If you want a realistic story, this book is the best choice. It's about time travel to the late Qing Dynasty, without a system, cheat codes, or superpowers. Everything is done step by step with a solid foundation, making it a unique and enjoyable read.

32. 282 锦 The Splendor of the Tang Dynasty: My Father Is Li Shimin 锦绣盛唐：我的父亲是李世民 The King Sent Me to Eat Vegetarian大王叫我来吃斋Historical4.1M WordsCompleted My surname is Li, my given name is Tai, my courtesy name is Huibao, and my childhood name is Qingque. I am the legitimate second son of Emperor Taizong of the Great Tang. My mother is Empress Wende, and my uncle is Zhangsun Wuji. I was favored above all the princes from a young age, and as I grew up, I proved to be exceptionally talented and brilliant. My useless elder brother, the crown prince, ruined himself and lost his position. Naturally, I am the most suitable, reasonable, and legitimate h 2.1kReads9.2Score269Shelves

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    ✨Over a thousand chapters already, plenty to satisfy your reading appetite!✨ This story boasts a leisurely pace, nuanced character development, and captivating depictions of court intrigue. A modern person transmigrates into the body of Li Tai, biding his time and successfully "charming" Li Chengqian, Li Shimin, and Li Zhi, ultimately seizing the position of Crown Prince and ascending the throne. In a second timeline, Li Chengqian is reborn with memories of the previous timeline and wholeheartedly supports the protagonist, wanting to become his sworn brother.

33. 283 穿 Transmigrating to the Late Ming: From Tightening Screws to Farming 穿越明末：从打螺丝到种田 Chu Huan He楚环河Historical7.5M WordsOngoing Transmigration to the late Ming dynasty + Peasant Rebellion + Resistance against the Ming and Qing! (Respecting history + No cheats + No System + Slow-paced + Not a power fantasy!!) Wang Tie is an ordinary man with no particular skills. By a twist of fate, he transmigrates to the late Ming and early Qing, a chaotic era that is practically a living hell. How will he find a way to survive in this turbulent age?! And once he reaches the pinnacle of power, where will he lead this people and nat 17.3kReads8.5Score1.4kShelves
34. 284 弃 Abandoning the Song in 1142: One Man’s Northern Expedition 弃宋1142：一个人的北伐 Zhongshan Strategy中山策Historical245k WordsCompleted [No System, No Golden Finger + Transmigration to the Song Dynasty + Jin Dynasty + Travel] What secrets lie behind Yue Fei's execution? Was the Shaoxing peace treaty actually forced on the Jin by sheer necessity? In the twelfth year of Shaoxing, Yue Fei was murdered, peace was made between Song and Jin, and the north and south settled into tranquility. A lone scout stranded in enemy territory accidentally uncovers the truth behind the sixteen-year war between Song and Jin, shattering a peace that 121Reads8.2Score—Shelves

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    Worthy of collection! One is in awe of the author's vast historical knowledge. Those institutions, clothing, artifacts, customs, and traditions lost to time are vividly recalled in his writing. The meticulous research and rich details construct a convincing historical narrative. Even more admirable is the author's exquisite writing style, which retains both the weight of history and the flavor of the times, while also possessing the vividness and fluency of a novel. Elegant and concise, the skill is evident in every line. The woven plot is captivating, perfectly blending grand historical events with delicate human relationships. Fictional elements are cleverly embedded in the fabric of real history, creating dramatic twists and turns that are gripping and always closely follow the logic and pulse of history. The characters, whether powerful historical figures or ingeniously crafted fictional characters, are all fully fleshed out and distinct. Their choices, struggles, and growth reflect the profound imprint of their specific era, allowing the reader to empathize deeply. The cornerstone of all these achievements is undoubtedly the author's meticulous study and integration of a vast amount of historical material. Classical texts, historical records, archival documents, and archaeological discoveries all became fertile ground for creation, making the work not only a captivating novel but also a solid bridge to the depths of history, allowing readers to enjoy the beauty of art while also being deeply enlightened and nourished by history. This novel is a perfect crystallization of knowledge, talent, and craftsmanship. The Buddhist canon, containing over 56 million characters including sutras, vinaya, and shastras, was finally successfully printed after decades of fundraising and woodblock printing by Master Shi and his disciples. This was indeed no easy feat in those days; it could not have been accomplished without extremely unwavering determination. Similarly, this determination is not to be profaned. "Monk, I was impetuous just now, only because I had a doubt in my heart," Liang Chuan said, abandoning his previous demeanor and softening his tone. Zhao Yun knew at a glance that this guy was about to tell another story. "What doubts do you have, sir? Please speak freely." Master Shi, with his magnanimous heart, quickly forgave the boorish man and even offered to kindly answer his questions. In this long and arduous world, who doesn't have doubts? It's just that your method of expressing your doubts was too vulgar and crude; there will be consequences. Having doubts is easy; the Lawyer Bodhisattva is most adept at resolving doubts and dispelling confusion. It's a piece of cake, a cure-all. Come quickly! "Monk, I once dreamt that nine hundred and ninety-nine years later, a complete Buddhist canon was prominently displayed in the hall, known to everyone in the world." "Oh?" Master Shi's eyes gleamed slightly. "This golden canon is exquisitely printed, every character is clear, and each volume begins with a painting depicting stories of the Buddha preaching..." Liang Chuan tried hard to recall how he looked when he first saw the Zhao Cheng Golden Canon materials; his earnestness seemed so devout and genuine to Master Shi. "Amitabha!" Monk Shi Gong chanted the Buddha's name, his heart trembling. His long-held vow, unspoken for years, had been described by this scoundrel he'd never met. Could it be that Buddha and Bodhisattva truly possessed divine power? "But, nine hundred and ninety-nine years later, no one will believe in the true Buddha anymore." Liang Chuan sighed regretfully, his tone shifting. "Since the true scriptures are widely circulated, why is no one believing in the true Buddha?" Shi Gong couldn't help but ask. This didn't make sense; he'd gone to so much trouble printing the scriptures—what about his merit? "It's all because of your blood-stained Tripitaka!" Liang Chuan retorted angrily without hesitation. "Even if everyone can read the Tripitaka a thousand years from now, everyone will despise the Buddha because of the blood stained on it, and no one will pay attention to a single word in the scriptures! What people see is not the boundless Dharma, but the bloody mist of a thirteen-year-old girl cutting off her left arm! What people see is not compassion, but the tragic life of a lonely woman! That is not the true scripture, but ignorance, suffering, and the heretical path of demons! I ask you, is it the right path or the wrong path to print Buddhist scriptures at the expense of humanity? Your Buddha is right here, looking at him, answer me! Does the Buddha want your scriptures that eat human flesh and are stained with human blood?" Monk Shi Gong was grabbed by the collar and turned to face the Buddha statue. Looking up, the Buddha statue lowered its eyes, exuding an imposing aura without anger. Liang Chuan's curses still echoed in the hall. "Buddhist path, human path... Right path, wrong path…" Shi Gong murmured to himself, seemingly repenting, but actually thinking of how to defend himself. Liang Chuan wasn't about to let it go. Instead, he pressed his advantage, relentlessly pursuing the matter: "Monk, stop trying to dodge my questions with your old 'Buddhism is humanity, humanity is Buddhism, form is emptiness, emptiness is form' nonsense. I'll ask you three more questions. Answer me when you've figured them out. Listen carefully!" "First, if all phenomena are empty of inherent existence, who can prove emptiness?" "Second, if sentient beings are without self, who is the one undergoing reincarnation?" "Third, if sentient beings inherently possess Buddha-nature, why is there a need for arduous cultivation?"

35. 285 从 Starting with Growing Sweet Potatoes 从种红薯开始 Su Zifang of Tangyin Mountain唐阴山的苏子芳Historical857k WordsOngoing Can you transmigrate just by riding a high-speed train through a tunnel? From then on, he grows sweet potatoes, produces grain, and stores provisions; gathers refugees and trains elite troops; breaks the Three Strategists, recruits the Five Dragons, and subdues the Ten Tigers. Thus begins the struggle to unite the Three Kingdoms… 77Reads8.9Score—Shelves

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    I recommend this book on the Three Kingdoms.

36. 286 明 Tales from the End of the Ming 明末那些事 Akina Mountain Bug秋名山虫子Historical1.3M WordsOngoing History is too ugly to examine closely. Look at it under a magnifying glass, like a beautiful woman, and everywhere your gaze falls, you’ll find ugliness and schemes… Did the Tianqi Emperor really drown? Was his name Hong Taiji or Huang Taiji? No, you’re all wrong. His name was Heihai… Was Cao Huachun loyal or treacherous? Is Xu Guangqi the man you think he is? … The Little Ice Age. The Great Ming stands at the end of its days, battered by wind and rain. Crises erupt, one after another, while ot 1.1kReads7.4Score—Shelves

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    Is there anything better than this? It gets even more exciting as you go on…

37. 287 李 Li Si Reborn: Flaying Zhao Gao Alive and Securing 800 Years for the Qin Dynasty 李斯重生，活剐赵高，秦祚八百年 Frost-Mirror Wanderer霜鉴客Historical489k WordsCompleted Li Si and Ying Zheng, two great heroes, are reborn with the bloodline of the Human Emperor. They command the destiny of humanity, and the human race finally stands tall. From this day forward, humanity shall reign supreme beneath the heavens! Li Si is reborn in Qin and carefully helps Ying Zheng unify the six states and restore order to the realm, while tearing Zhao Gao apart with his own hands to avenge his past-life grudge! The two accidentally uncover a world-shaking secret: Ji Fa and Jiang Z 32Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Based on true history, this story follows Li Si, who, relying on his memories from his previous life, meticulously plans and lays the foundation for the Qin Dynasty. There are no romantic pairings, no cheat codes, and no special abilities. It's definitely worth watching.

38. 288 水 Water Margin: One Strike Shatters the Amnesty, Another Brings Peace 水浒一锏碎招安，一锏开太平 Wu Chang, Who Loves Liangzhou Donkeys喜欢凉州驴的吴长Historical974k WordsCompleted He transmigrates into Water Margin and is rescued by Lin Chong from the start. Lin Chong is being framed? Then I’ve got to help him out. Li Kui of Liangshan Marsh is always causing trouble. Take a look, who’s that drawing water for the old lady? I’m changing more than just Liangshan. I’m changing the entire Great Song Empire. The Jingkang Humiliation? It won’t happen. 3.5kReads—Score230Shelves
39. 289 金 Justice in Jinling 金陵昭雪 Che Shang车熵Historical531k WordsOngoing [No Golden Finger] [Historical Mystery] [Political Intrigue] [War] In the thirty-first year of Hongwu, on the eve of Zhu Yuanzhang's death, the Crown Prince's eldest son, Zhu Yunwen (Wang Wen), opens his eyes to find a stranger's gaze staring back from inside the Hall of Martial Valor. The deadly Jingnan Campaign is drawing near. Before Zhu Yuanzhang's cold body, he vows to defy the so-called “inevitable mandate of Heaven”: Crush the Jingnan Campaign and challenge fate! Through one setback an —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Those who enjoy studying the Jingnan Rebellion in the early Ming Dynasty, and the history of Asia and Europe during the Jianwen era, might find this book worth checking out.

40. 290 秦 Qin and Han: My Father Is Ying Zheng, My Lord Is Liu Bang 秦汉：我爹嬴政，吾主刘邦 Fujian Everyman八闽小民Historical252k WordsCompleted A message to readers: 1. The religious content in this book, including religion-like elements, immortals, and supernatural powers, reflects only the author’s immature opinions and limited understanding. Please respect all lawful religions, and do not let the author lead you astray. 2. Much of this book reimagines history, and some of it even contradicts historical events. Please do not mistake the contents of this book for historical fact. 22Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Based on real historical background and including poetry, the author intends to write a Qin-Han version of "Romance of the Three Kingdoms".

41. 291 隋 The Warlord at the End of the Sui Dynasty 隋末枭雄 Successful Candidate及第Historical246k WordsOngoing [Warfare and conquest] + [Court intrigue] + [No System] + [No harem] + [Transmigration] The Sui has lost its prize, and the heroes of the land are vying for it. In the ninth year of Daye under the Sui, Yang Xuangan’s rebellion at Liyang is defeated, and he dies. His friend Li Mi flees alone, a fugitive with nowhere to turn. Shen Yan, a modern archaeology student, unexpectedly transmigrates his soul into the body of Li Mi, fleeing through the final years of the Sui Dynasty, fourteen hundred years 84Reads—Score—Shelves

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    No system + no harem + not mindless + not fictional + rigorous + time travel

42. 292 东 The Eastern Han Dynasty, Not the Three Kingdoms 东汉不三国 Riding the Wind for Ninety Thousand Miles随风扶摇九万里Historical4.5M WordsCompleted At the end of the Eastern Han dynasty, would the realm really split into three kingdoms? No. The moment Ma Chao is reborn, everything starts over. Let posterity judge right and wrong, merits and faults. A traitor to the realm? A great general who revives the Han? Can only someone surnamed Liu be made a king? Watch Ma Mengqi of Liangzhou stand head and shoulders above all, laughing as he dominates the late Han! 20Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Dear readers, do you prefer mindless, purely enjoyable stories or those with logical thinking, without belittling the intelligence of other warlords, and considering the mindset of each character? It shouldn't start with everyone claiming a certain character is a dead man or a worthless figure. It shouldn't be about acquiring famous generals at will. This book has normal logic, no system, doesn't vilify historical figures, doesn't randomly acquire generals, and is a slow-burner. If you're interested, take your time and read on. It's about the Eastern Han Dynasty, not the Three Kingdoms period, but from Ma Chao's perspective, offering a different angle to examine the contradictions of the late Eastern Han Dynasty, the difference between loyalty and treachery, and how everyone who leaves their mark on history has their own convictions and desires. Witness Ma Chao's transformation from a loyal minister to a powerful warlord.

43. 293 我 I Hold Power in Eastern Wu 我在东吴当权臣 I'm the Laziest in Wu'an武安我最懒Historical220k WordsCompleted My soul transmigrated to the end of the Han dynasty, where I became a lowly soldier in the Jiangdong camp, likely to end up in a mass grave at any moment. In my previous life, I read history and laughed at “Sun of Ten Thousand,” mocked as he was chased by eight hundred of Zhang Liao’s men. I thought him incompetent. In this life, with a cold blade pressed against my neck, I finally understood: in these chaotic times, human lives are as worthless as grass. Since I’ve come here, I can’t let his 51Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 294 浴 Bloodbath at Jingkang 浴血靖康 Mo Xiaoyao莫逍遥Historical219k WordsCompleted In the Xuanhe era, the balance of power shifted. Song and Liao had drawn a border, put an end to hostilities, and maintained friendly relations for over a hundred years. In the lands of the White Mountains and Black Waters lived the Jurchen Wanyan clan, a people of hunters and fishers who had long suffered under the Liao and harbored deep resentment. Wanyan Aguda campaigned east and west, united the tribes, and rose swiftly to challenge the Liao. The balance of power was about to be turned upsid 26Reads—Score—Shelves
45. 295 从 From Hostage to Emperor for the Ages 从质子到千古一帝 The Silent Writer沉默的作家Historical317k WordsOngoing Wei Huan, the ninth prince of Great Wei, was overlooked by his father. He volunteered to become a hostage in the state of Jin. After surviving countless life-and-death trials and experiencing one romance after another, he ultimately returned to Wei with the support of his many confidantes, brilliant strategists, and valiant generals. He ascended the throne, unified the realm, and became an emperor for the ages. This is not only a deeply moving, earth-shaking tale of love and passion, but also an —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Continuously updating, over 1000 chapters, more than 2 million words.

46. 296 棠 The Annals of the Tangdi Brothers 棠棣志 Curl Up and Explode卷起爆炸Historical301k WordsOngoing An abandoned illegitimate son from the start + a top-ranking legitimate elder brother who champions him = brothers joining forces to conquer the imperial exams! Jiang Mo’s mother was a registered entertainer, and he is an invisible illegitimate son in the Jiang family. Even his path to the imperial exams is publicly cursed by petty men as “the offspring of a lowborn woman”! His legitimate elder brother, Jiang Yan, defies all opposition: “This uncut gem should ascend to glory with me!” He persona 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It was thought to be a civil service exam story, but it's actually a farming story with elements of court politics.

47. 297 墨 Ink on the Pass Beneath the Moon 墨染关山月 Interesting Plantain有趣的車前子Historical1.1M WordsCompleted People know the Song dynasty produced poets, but who knows that its poets could fight, too? The Southern Song literary giants Lu You and Xin Qiji were both iron-willed heroes who could write with the pen to bring peace to the realm and wield a spear to secure it. Lu You wrote poetry throughout his life, composing nearly ten thousand poems, more than any other poet from ancient times. He was also a legendary warrior hailed as the “Song Dynasty’s Wu Song.” The turmoil of the Jingkang Crisis forged 4Reads—Score—Shelves
48. 298 梦 Dreams Shattered in the Dying Tang Dynasty 梦碎残唐 Ye Xue'an叶雪庵Historical467k WordsCompleted Set against the turbulent reigns of Emperor Xizong and Emperor Zhaozong of Tang, this novel explores the tangled power struggles of the late Tang court: factional strife, rampant eunuch power, and the warlords’ campaigns to suppress rebellions. Through upheavals that shook the realm, including the Huang Chao Rebellion, chaos in Guanzhong, the siege of Fengxiang, and the warlords’ struggle for supremacy, it paints a portrait of a world in turmoil on the eve of the Tang dynasty’s final decline. Th 19Reads—Score115Shelves

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    A vivid and realistic portrayal of the chaotic and desolate Tang Dynasty, without any drastic alterations, based on the framework of official history, making it captivating:

49. 299 辽 The Iron Cavalry of Liaodong 辽东铁骑 Interesting Plantain有趣的車前子Historical286k WordsCompleted In the winter of 1580, when Nurhaci scattered his grandfather’s ashes into the Hun River with his own hands, Li Chengliang was at a training ground a hundred miles away, shooting a rebel general through the throat with a single arrow. The frigid land of Liaodong had always believed in one law: the strong prey on the weak. Li Chengliang, a descendant of a military family who had yet to make his mark even as he approached forty, finally saw his fortunes turn while his wife and children went hungry 435Reads7.0Score—Shelves
50. 300 三 Three Kingdoms: Maxed-Out Stats, the Qilin Prodigy of the Yuan Clan 三国：满级五维，袁家麒麟子 Waves Upon Waves浪迭千重Historical244k WordsOngoing The author swears on the household registration book of their entire family that this is absolutely not AI-written (not even voice input, just typed by hand). From the Start: Sending Yuan Shao Off. My Cheap Old Dad, Yuan Ji, the legitimate son of Grand Minister Yuan Feng. Yuan Shao Became Yuan Ji’s Substitute. What is the Three Kingdoms’ greatest regret? The Yuan family had the winning hand, yet played it terribly. If Yuan Shao had been more strategic, why would he have feared Cao Cao? If Yua 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    As a new author with a new book, I'm looking forward to a stable start and hope everyone will support me.

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