Stories Closely Based on Real Life or Personal Experiences 十分贴近现实生活或者自己的经历改编的

1. 651 结 After I Refused the Last-Minute Dowry Increase on My Wedding Day 结婚当天我拒绝了临时加彩礼之后 What Is There to Eat吃的是什么Urban4.6M WordsCompleted Rebirth + Top Student + Multiple Heroines + Daily Life + School Life + Smart Characters + No System + Entertainment Industry + Lighthearted Comedy. Starts out as a school-life story, then moves into the entertainment industry and the internet. 4.6 million characters, so there’s plenty to dig into. Well worth a read. A short drama adaptation is now available. Search for the novel’s title to watch. Thanks for your support. ^_^~ 40.2kReads8.1Score3kShelves

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   Rebirth in a school harem novel, combining school and entertainment industry, featuring the protagonist forming a girl group and establishing a company, 3.65 Million words.

2. 652 郑 Zhengzhou, Don’t Leave Me 郑州，别离开我 Qi Zhou90祁舟90Urban214k WordsCompleted [Not a wish-fulfillment story + true to life + one heroine + surreal + heartwarming] After the college entrance exams, he was determined to study outside the province. But after graduation, he was forced to return to his hometown in Henan. Zhengzhou: leave with his dreams, or stay and make a stand? Is that right or not? Sipping stewed noodles and spicy pepper soup, taking in Erqi Memorial Tower and the Corn Building, Gu Dui lets out a hearty shout by Dongfeng Canal: “This is the life, you silly 14Reads—Score—Shelves

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   A city novel based on real life in Zhengzhou! Authentic and engaging!

3. 653 天 The Sinkhole Buyer 天坑买手 Soulful Stir-Fried Pancakes有灵魂的炒饼Urban1.5M WordsCompleted Miao Tian, a purchasing specialist at a real estate group, is sent to Mountain City on an urgent assignment. Thus begins a tumultuous, high-stakes battle in the real estate business. How will he face the deception, the ambushes, and the relentless pursuit? How will he emerge from the fog and be reborn through the flames? This book gradually unfolds a sweeping portrait of the real estate underworld. Remember: If you can't live the way you want, in the end you'll have to convince yourself to want 134Reads8.7Score—Shelves

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   I recommend this book to you. It's a bit niche and slow-burn, but it's a truly realistic story. The story contains perspectives, strategies, culture, passion, and a deep sense of nostalgia for our times. It doesn't have a high rating, but the reviews are overwhelmingly positive. It's already over 1 million words. Through a near-realistic perspective, the author pays tribute to those who hold fast to their initial dreams in this era. Readers over 30 will likely find it more relatable. It's suitable for both men and women and offers something for everyone. There are no cheat codes or superpowers. After chapter 20, you'll understand why I recommend it. Enjoy reading!

4. 654 棍 Final Chapter: Protecting the One I Love 棍式终章：守护心爱之人 Mr. Dutch TreatAA制先生Urban55k WordsOngoing [First-person POV + multiple heroines + modern urban setting + realism + healing + pure love + not a power fantasy + no System + not reborn] The rain in Hangzhou is always bone-chillingly cold. Shen Yi abandoned me at the East Railway Station. I watched her drive away in a Porsche. My senior brother died in a car accident, and the martial arts school was on the verge of collapse. I spent my days drinking and smoking in a rundown shack. I thought my life would be like an unvisited grave in this c 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Life is tough, so the author makes a living by selling his art. This is a first-person urban romance novel with a realistic style and delicate emotions.

5. 655 平 An Ordinary Person's Unordinary Journey Through Life 平凡人不甘平凡的人生路 Peace After the Glitter Fades洗尽铅华后的宁静Urban370k WordsCompleted An ordinary person’s life has its occasional ups and downs, but where does a life without guidance lead? After three years working in a factory, a twist of fate sends him into real estate brokerage! He grows immensely proud after enjoying some of the real estate boom. But after the tide goes out, how will he face the decline and deal with family, love, and friendship? This is your story, and it’s mine too. So I’ve heard... 14Reads—Score—Shelves

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   How about this one? I think it's alright, the later parts are particularly good.

6. 656 回 Back in 1977, I Married the Queen of the Daughters' Kingdom 回到1977年，娶了女儿国国王 Ji Yuning季宇宁Urban2.2M WordsCompleted Ji Yuning transmigrated back to 1977. He went from being a 21-year-old educated youth returning to the city to a literary young man, a great poet, and a famous novelist. It was all thanks to his memories of his previous life and the books he copied. But his greatest reward was marrying a wife as beautiful as a fairy. 11.7kReads8.0Score755Shelves
7. 657 乡 The Foolish Doctor of the Countryside, Protecting Sweetgrass Alone 乡野痴医，独护香草 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风Historical442k WordsCompleted Framed by the village bully and shoved into a deep pool, the simple-minded Er Zhu unexpectedly unlocks his family's ancestral medical arts! With a single hand, he wields miraculous needles to save children and punish troublemakers. He may seem dim-witted in public, but behind the scenes, he is ruthless. In this life, he is determined to protect Xiang Cao. Not one villain will get away! 2.1kReads8.3Score176Shelves

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   Real-life stories! A complete book list! It includes rural romances set in the past, revenge stories within marriages, stories of migrant workers seeking justice, and short stories about sibling relationships. The pacing is tight and full of twists and turns, making it an addictive read that you'll want to binge-read all night.

8. 658 邻 Between Neighbors 邻里之间 Recluse Qingxu清虚散人Urban163k WordsCompleted Distant relatives are not as dependable as close neighbors, and close neighbors are no match for the folks across the street. But life is full of contradictions: without conflict, there is no struggle, and without struggle, there is no progress. Neighbors don’t always get along, either. As the saying goes, a neighbor is like a set of scales: they hope the other neighbor stays poor. 327Reads6.5Score—Shelves

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   Realistic novels are here

9. 659 林 Lin Yu’s Journey of Growth 林雨的成长之路 The Sighs and Joys of Cause and Effect at Tianmen Mountain因果天门山的叹悲欢Modern Romance176k WordsCompleted Lin Yu was plain-looking and had no connections. After graduating, she joined Fengbei Group and, through hard work, intelligence, sincerity, and kindness, rose to become an administrative director in just four years. Then she found herself ostracized at work. At the same time, to avoid becoming the “other woman” in Jiang Yan's relationship, she chose to date someone suitable. But just as their feelings were growing strong, she was betrayed. Disheartened, Lin Yu left everything behind and moved f —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Growth experience after graduating from university

10. 660 她 She Paid Me Back 20,000, with an Extra 500 她还我两万块，多给了五百 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风Marriage & Romance6k WordsCompleted She paid me back 20,000 yuan, then gave me 500 extra. 142Reads—Score—Shelves
11. 661 重 Reborn: The Unusual Life of Ding Ergou 重生之丁二狗的别样生活 Eldest Brother of the Lao Liu Family老刘家大哥Urban1.7M WordsCompleted I messed up my character build in my last life, so this time I'll make the most of this rare opportunity, live the way I want, and enjoy the life I want. I can't bring shame to the reborn. Even though the space is small, it's enough to change everything… 2.6kReads8.0Score193Shelves

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    Look, it's so real.

12. 662 水 Water and Fire in Harmony 水火共融 The Sighs and Joys of Cause and Effect at Tianmen Mountain因果天门山的叹悲欢Modern Romance961k WordsCompleted Five years ago, after a failed romance and being ostracized at work, Lin Yu lost all hope, gave everything up, and left for a faraway place. Five years later, Lin Yu returns stronger than ever. This time, she refuses to put up with anything or suffer in silence. She throws herself back into the cutthroat world of work, only to discover that the failed romance she had brooded over for years had hidden complications, and that Jiang Yan, the man she once secretly loved, has another identity... Just 1Reads—Score—Shelves
13. 663 智 Mastering the Business World 智驭商海 Su Kan苏瞰Urban156k WordsCompleted A former software engineer specializing in foreign-trade OA systems was laid off as technology moved on, and had no choice but to make a living as an unlicensed driver. The day his tank ran dry and he had only twenty yuan left, he gave a ride to a CEO caught in a million-yuan contract deadlock. With logic as precise as a line of code, he tore apart her opponent’s trap and turned the million-yuan payment around on the spot! She hired him for 500 yuan a day, bringing him into a cutthroat business —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A realistic urban living environment, 100% replicating business competition and financing negotiations. No "I love you" is ever said, yet the passion is palpable throughout. Full of everyday life, 100% authentic.

14. 664 我 I Gave My Wife 800,000 to Open a Shop, and She Labeled Her Summer Hire a Perpetual Motion Machine 我出80万给老婆开店，她给暑假工备注永动机 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风Marriage & Romance6k WordsCompleted I gave my wife 800,000 yuan to open a shop, and she labeled the summer hire “perpetual motion machine” 397Reads—Score—Shelves
15. 665 实 Internship and Love 实习与爱情 Miss Durian榴莲女士Modern Romance133k WordsCompleted Time flies, and the years have been kind. Let’s make a little keepsake of our youth and the times we’ve lived through. This book draws on a few true stories, lightly embellished, and offers my best wishes to the medical workers who are still on the job. You work so hard. May every girl experiencing the stirrings of youth have a clear heart and learn to cherish herself. A crush is innocent, a flutter of the heart, a tremor of excitement. Love, however, comes with responsibility. You may find the —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A nurse's diary is so realistic, I'm just afraid people won't be interested.

16. 666 霓 Neon Taipei: My Seven-Year Descent 霓虹台北：我的七年堕落实录 Only Knows How to Dream只会作梦Urban1.2M WordsCompleted 6.7kReads7.4Score488Shelves

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    In 2000, a 20-year-old boy from mainland China ventured alone to Taipei, transforming from a naive teenager into someone who held the well-maintained hand of a successful businesswoman!

17. 667 权 Vortex of Power and Desire 权欲之涡 Misty Isle Beneath the Starry River烟屿落星河Urban2.4M WordsOngoing A career in government is like a bottomless abyss: one wrong step, and you’re shattered to pieces. Wu Liangyou has barely entered the political arena and hasn’t even tasted power when he’s already caught in the mire. Should he bow his head and bide his time, or risk his life in a desperate fight? The abyss cannot crush a ruthless man daring enough to change his fate. Watch Wu Liangyou break out of a hopeless situation, escape death, and rise to the top over a trail of blood. 99Reads6.1Score106Shelves

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    So realistic, so intense! The department head yells at the author over the phone, and everyone at every level orders someone to punish the author—it should be relatable, right? [Smiling][Smiling]

18. 668 财 The Leisurely Life After Financial Freedom 财富自由后的悠闲生活 Four Seasons Reincarnation泗季轮回Urban1.0M WordsCompleted [No System + Urban Entrepreneurship + Traditional] In the spring of 2010, Lu Dalang, a senior at an agricultural university, was about to graduate. His girlfriend, Qian Mei, wanted to return to her hometown, where her parents had already arranged a job for her and she had familiar connections. Lu Dalang, determined to pursue his own future, angrily headed to the provincial capital. His girlfriend left him with one condition: “Buy a house, and come get me so we can live in the provincial capital. 3.8kReads8.2Score151Shelves

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    Close to real life, no system, no reincarnation. Urban entrepreneurial life novel.

19. 669 前 My Ex's Stupidity Tax: His Wife Valued at 200,000 前夫哥的智商税：老婆估值二十万 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风35k WordsCompleted The Ex-Husband's Stupidity Tax: His Wife Is Worth 200,000 439Reads—Score—Shelves
20. 670 银 The Bank President’s Daughter-in-Law from the Countryside 银行行长家的农村儿媳妇 Long Xinyue龙馨月Modern Romance1.4M WordsCompleted Brother-and-sister dynamic + Urban romance + Marriage first, love later + Childhood sweethearts + Female growth The wealthy male lead and the rural female lead were born in neighboring hospital beds, just one day apart. The female lead is stunning and attracts admirers wherever she goes, yet she’s gentle and well-behaved. The male lead is a roguishly handsome man of the world, considerate and capable, a born CEO and the king of jealousy. Though their values and upbringings are worlds apart, fate 2.9kReads8.7Score296Shelves

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    This book is supposedly based on real people! It's quite realistic, and the male and female leads are such a great couple!

21. 671 顾 President Gu, Please Cooperate with Your Treatment 顾总，请配合治疗 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风Marriage & Romance10k WordsCompleted Mr. Gu, Please Cooperate with Your Treatment 642Reads—Score—Shelves
22. 672 北 Smoke and Fire in the Northern Lands 北国烟火事 Wen Bocheng文波成Urban124k WordsCompleted The winter of 2000 in Northeast China. He was Wang Jianjun, a laborer at the bottom of society, covered in dust but full of sincerity. She was Liu Jiajia, radiant and determined, from a well-off family. One chance meeting, and a love neither dared to hope for. Their families were worlds apart. Their relatives pressured them to marry, and reality weighed heavily on them. Forced apart, they loved each other with all their hearts but could only let go in pain. He swallowed his grievances and fought 5Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Based on real experiences

23. 673 末 A General Introduction to the Apocalypse 末日概论 No Heroes无英雄Sci-Fi & Apocalypse298k WordsCompleted Please read the preface before starting this book! This is not an ordinary novel. It is deeply depressing and places extreme emphasis on detail. It is practical and hardcore. Please decide whether to continue based on your own interests and priorities, so you can save your precious time. This book is divided into two parts, “An Introduction to the Apocalypse” and “Advanced Studies of the Apocalypse.” The first focuses on material matters, objective facts, and details, while the second explores h 1.1kReads—Score267Shelves

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    It perfectly meets your requirements. However, precisely because of this, it's very niche.

24. 674 撞 Caught Them in the Act, Then Scalded Someone with Boiling Water 撞破好事，滚水烫人 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风Marriage & Romance12k WordsCompleted Caught Them in the Act, Got Scalded with Boiling Water 716Reads—Score—Shelves
25. 675 床 I Found 100,000 Yuan Under the Mattress and Finally Understood My Late Wife's Intentions 床垫下翻出十万块，我才懂亡妻的苦心 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风Marriage & Romance12k WordsCompleted I found a hundred thousand yuan hidden under the mattress, and only then did I understand my late wife's painstaking intentions. 585Reads—Score103Shelves
26. 676 土 Earth Dragon Ridge 土龙岭 Fu Xiuxin付秀新Urban1.2M WordsCompleted The novel Earth Dragon Ridge was written by Fu Jun and Fu Xiuxin. Through snapshots of the lives and outlooks of several generations, the novel brings to life characters such as Zheng Wantong, Zheng Youwen, Yin Xiang, Yin Chenggang, and Yin Chengjun. Following their struggles over the course of a century, from 1911 to 2010, the story symbolizes China's journey from the Xinhai Revolution to prosperity. It reflects the transformations of the Chinese era and celebrates a century of Chinese people 92Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The 1.2 Million-word novel *Tu Long Ling*, spanning over 100 years, was co-authored by a father and son. It depicts the struggles and triumphs of more than 400 individuals, vividly capturing the spirit of their time. It reflects the shadows of Japanese invasion, the Cultural Revolution, the Great Leap Forward's steel production campaign, the Down to the Countryside Movement, and the Reform and Opening Up. It's a realistic novel, well worth reading. *Xiu Xin on Management* offers a realistic perspective on management, covering corporate, family, and personal management, as well as education, family values, risk management, and neighborhood relations. Written in plain language, it engages with a wider audience, encouraging managers to apply theory to practice.

27. 677 那 That Boy Was My First Love 那个男孩，是我初恋 Miss Lego乐高小姐Modern Romance161k WordsCompleted ❗️❗️❗️Dating in your teens may be wrong, but first love is never a mistake. Pen pals, QQ, school arts festivals, basketball, little handheld phones, red date rice balls... This is a story about first love. Deng Yang and Zhang Yan: three years of first love, and never a reunion. The streets they walked side by side, the hands they held, and their first kiss tasting of cake became the gentlest echoes in their memories of days gone by. People say first love is a regret born of youthful chaos. But w 10Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The author's own first love story

28. 678 秀 Xiu Xin Talks Management 秀新说管理 Fu Xiuxin付秀新125k WordsCompleted Author: Fu Xiuxin, Han Chinese, graduated from Beijing Oriental University with a college degree. A contracted author with Tomato Novel, a seasoned professional manager, a dedicated practitioner in education and culture, a member of the county writers' association, and an author with a completed million-word novel. Management According to Xiuxin presents insights accumulated over more than 20 years of management experience, reflecting the author's modest understanding of management. Generating r —Reads—Score—Shelves
29. 679 迟 Love That Came Too Late! 迟来深情！ Summer Roses Are Stunning夏季的玫瑰美艳动人Modern Romance330k WordsCompleted Six years ago, on their wedding day, Mo Wen pushed his bride away with his own hands. When Shen Qi asked why, he simply said, "The wedding is off," then vanished from her world for good. Back then, Shen Qi had no idea that Mo Wen's grandfather had been poisoned to death at the wedding banquet, and that the culprits were his own maternal uncle and aunt. To avenge his grandfather and keep her from being dragged into the deadly plot, he chose the cruelest way: making her hate him. - Six year 187Reads—Score—Shelves

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    [What][Feeling wronged][Feeling wronged][Feeling wronged]

30. 680 抑 A Depressed Person's Soliloquy 抑郁者的独白 Wanderer of the Wilds山野浪人Modern Romance80k WordsCompleted An inner monologue from someone living with depression. Just as her life was about to wither away, the will to live drove her to break free with all her strength from the invisible chains holding her back. Suddenly, she understood that there are many ways to live. This book can also be seen as the author's own journey of redemption and healing through a life on the road. It also introduces the scenery and local culture of the places she visited. 52Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This is a true story, and it's also about myself. It's about a person suffering from depression who seeks self-redemption through budget travel, hitchhiking, cycling, the scenery along the way, the insights and emotions, and the stories that unfold along the way.

31. 681 误 After Wandering into the Changing Room, I Had a Cool Coach Chasing Me Down to Teach Me to Swim 误闯更衣室后，高冷教练追着教我游泳 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风Marriage & Romance12k WordsCompleted After Wandering into the Locker Room, the Ice-Cold Coach Keeps Chasing Me to Teach Me How to Swim 569Reads—Score—Shelves
32. 682 小 The Little Cop Who Makes a Big Difference 小警大用 A Tiger Snatched Along the Way顺手牵虎Mystery2.4M WordsCompleted Du Dayong once hoped to grow up to be a great chef. He never expected to become a low-ranking criminal investigator. This is the story of a young police officer growing up. There is no reborn protagonist showing off and face-slapping people, no System or golden finger making him invincible, and no ridiculous transmigration to another world. Here, you'll find the humor and warmth between comrades, a touch of youthful romance, loving family bonds, mischievous leaders, and absurd coworkers. Young o 88.4kReads9.6Score10.7kShelves

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    A policeman who wants to be a chef, a policeman with no connections or background.

33. 683 都 Everyday Life in the City: A Rich Heir in Beijing 都市日常：富二代在京城 Xu Qifeng徐奇峰Urban1.6M WordsCompleted "Love in the Mortal World: My Wild Wife in the Capital" My name is Tang Feng. I used to be a combat sports athlete and achieved some impressive results. After retiring, I started a new life. I came to the capital to experience life, embarking on a winding, realistic, and thrilling journey. From the start, I shared a rental apartment. The landlady would later become my wife. She was beautiful and wild. 2kReads8.7Score152Shelves

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    Urban daily life, close to everyday life.

34. 684 在 I Met You in Winter 在冬时遇见你 Dandruff头皮屑Modern Romance146k WordsCompleted [Sweet romance, no angst] [They choose each other] [A slow-burning love] [Gourmet] After Lin Xiaoxi moved to Qingcheng, a small coastal city, she discovered on the night she got her tooth filled that her next-door neighbor was Xie Jingzhi, the dentist who had treated her. Gentle and reassuring when he smiled, Dr. Xie shattered her preconceptions about dentists. It turned out that some of them didn't look intimidating after all. As they spent one day after another together, she learned that some 41Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's a sweet romance novel that's very realistic, without any pretentious or face-slapping plots or exaggerated identities.

35. 685 徐 The Fun Side of Teacher Xu's Lessons 徐老师的教学趣事 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风6k WordsCompleted Teacher Xu's Funny Classroom Stories 58Reads—Score—Shelves
36. 686 三 At Thirty-Two, I Found a Love That Took Its Time 三十二岁，遇见慢半拍的爱 Huan Universe嬛宇宙Modern Romance122k WordsCompleted [Modern romance]+ [Heartwarming]+ [Everyday life] Synopsis of "At Thirty-Two, I Found a Love That Took Its Time" Betrayed on a rainy night in London, Su Ruowan gives up her dream of becoming an architect and returns to China, wounded and worn. She takes refuge in Wutong Lane, running “Late-Night Reading,” the used bookstore her father left her, and soothing her heart with old books and her cat, Pu'er. When the bookstore faces the threat of redevelopment, she meets Lu Zeyan, an architect who sp 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Love stories of ordinary people, highly recommended.

37. 687 廖 Liao Ji’s Half a Lifetime 廖几半生 Young Literary Master文豪小子Urban591k WordsOngoing [Nonfiction + Life at the Bottom + Military Service in Xinjiang + Academic Comeback + Serious Illness + Heartbreaking Romance + Self-Cultivation + Reborn] A young man born in 1998 into a rural working-class family. Left behind as a child, he ranked last in his middle school class and dropped out. At fifteen, he entered the workforce as a child laborer. After two years of military service in Xinjiang, he went from vocational school to junior college, then transferred to a bachelor's program in Sh 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The true story of a medical master's student in 1998: life's hardships, rebirth from illness, betrayal of love, and a comeback to pursue education. Worth reading!

38. 688 那 Those Years in the Village 那些年我在村里的事 Wandering Stardust流浪星尘6k WordsCompleted Things That Happened to Me in the Village Back Then —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Personal reflection! Life is really not easy!

39. 689 最 The Best Lyricist 最佳词作 Kong Liu空留Modern Romance1.2M WordsCompleted [Film and TV rights sold] One is a heroine, the other a pampered youngest son who’s always smiling. They work together seamlessly to resolve an unexpected crisis the first time they meet. The second time, she warns her younger cousin not to fall for someone like him. Then comes the Nth meeting, and with it, a lifetime together. 24.6kReads9.6Score3.3kShelves

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    A wonderful book whose title doesn't do it justice. It's so good, it could be made into a TV series.

40. 690 校 A Date with the Campus Belle 校花有约 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风9k WordsCompleted A Date with the Campus Belle 243Reads—Score—Shelves
41. 691 婆 After My Mother-in-Law Had a Stroke, I Found 800,000 Under Her Bed 婆婆中风后，我在她床底翻出了八十万 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风7k WordsCompleted After My Mother-in-Law Had a Stroke, I Found 800,000 Yuan Under Her Bed 205Reads—Score—Shelves
42. 692 杀 I Killed Myself for You 杀了自己还给你 Qin Ziyi秦子意Modern Romance211k WordsCompleted [Obsessive, domineering CEO, intensely possessive, business is a battlefield, marriage alliance] [Innocent bunny, devoted and faithful, conservative, redemption] Qin Ye had always kept Wen Hao, the sunny boy she'd met in high school, tucked away in her heart after losing her mother. Years after graduation, she turned down every chance at love, waiting for the day she might meet Wen Hao again. But when she finally did, and they got together and married just as she'd hoped, Qin Ye discovered that 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Qin Ye harbored a deep longing for Wen Hao, the sunny boy she met in high school. Years after graduation, she rejected all romantic opportunities, waiting to meet him again. But when she finally met him and married him, she realized the boy she remembered was no longer the same. He was now obsessive, violent, emotionally unstable, and extremely possessive. Feeling unloved, Qin Ye tried to escape, which enraged the man. He unleashed a furious rage, smashing glass, holding a knife to her neck, and forcing her into the river from the passenger seat. He wouldn't allow Qin Ye to leave; even at the cost of his life, she was his. This work is based on real events from her memories.

43. 693 冰 The Candied Hawthorn Skewer Pierces Through 冰糖葫芦竹签儿穿 Devoted and True-Hearted痴志丹心Modern Romance249k WordsCompleted My new book is out! Everyone is welcome to read it on Tomato Novel. The story is based on real experiences. I'm writing it carefully, and the process has been smooth, without writer's block or made-up details. These experiences are like candied hawthorn skewers: the bamboo sticks pierced my body, yet became the backbone of my life. I hope this honest, heartfelt story brings you joy. Reading brings insight, and I hope you find your own independent perspective along the way. 4Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 694 奋 Striving: A Startup Story 奋斗：创业录 Commoner Gentleman市井郎君Urban161k WordsCompleted Interior designer Lin Feng had no family connections, no connections to speak of, and little education. He hit one wall after another at work, and in the midst of his confusion, chose to start his own business. Faced with hardship and setbacks, he refused to lose heart or give up on his dreams, and finally achieved success... 15Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book is a novel about a designer's entrepreneurial journey. It covers a designer's job search, workplace experiences, and entrepreneurial experiences. It also covers all aspects of interior design, including design, construction, building materials, furniture, and home appliances. Furthermore, it covers communication skills with clients. In short, this book is very helpful for design students, those wanting to work in the interior design industry, and homeowners planning renovations; you can learn a lot! ●Story Summary: The protagonist has no family background or connections, but through his own efforts and seizing opportunities, he ultimately creates his own success. ●Character Traits: Facing difficulties and setbacks, he is not discouraged and never gives up on his ideals. ●Genre: Urban, Workplace. Recommendation Rating: ★★★★★ This book was written to give hope to those without family background or connections. It aims to inspire readers with the protagonist's entrepreneurial journey. It also aims to help more people understand the interior design industry. Reading this novel will help you avoid pitfalls during your renovation. Finally, it aims to help readers in the interior design industry become more familiar with it.

45. 695 重 Reborn in 1992: From the Start, I Became a Leader in My Hometown 重生1992：开局当家乡领导 The Down-and-Out Toad落魄的蛤蟆Urban235k WordsCompleted The tycoon Chen Ping returns to 1992, a pivotal year in history. Carrying regrets from his past life, he must see how he can rise steadily amid this sweeping tide of change and give back to his hometown. 449Reads7.3Score—Shelves

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    This is absolutely the best novel about officialdom. To put it simply, if you don't have any social experience, you won't understand it at all. Those who can understand it applaud it immensely; the way officials speak and act, the art of language between them—saying three parts and leaving seven parts unsaid—is simply brilliant. Most importantly, the political struggles are portrayed with incredible intelligence.

46. 696 别 Don't Mess with a 42-Year-Old Woman: She's Got All the Evidence 别惹42岁姐姐，她手里全是证据 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风9k WordsCompleted Don't Mess with This 42-Year-Old Woman, She Has Evidence on Everyone 392Reads—Score—Shelves
47. 697 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, self-growth

48. 698 诡 Haunted by a Bewitching Dream: I Killed That Ghost King Nine Times 诡梦缠情：我杀了那尊鬼王九次 Moonlit Night with the Wind月夜随风7k WordsCompleted Haunted by a Bewitching Dream: I Killed the Ghost King Nine Times 98Reads—Score—Shelves
49. 699 十 Ten Socializing Techniques 十神社交术 Philosopher Cat哲学猫Urban130k WordsCompleted This is an unconventional guide to the art of social interaction, inspired by the author’s insights into “Daoist Eight Characters fortune-telling” and “Western pickup artistry.” It is completely different from the books on relationships you see in everyday life: not only is it easy to understand, it is also highly practical. Let’s look at the true nature of human beings in social interactions from a different perspective… 41Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Very practical knowledge for everyday life... Philosophy, psychology, social skills...

50. 700 黄 A Family of the Loess Plateau: The Story of Three Generations 黄土人家，三代人的故事 Lin Mofan from Victoria Island维多利亚岛的林莫凡Urban277k WordsOngoing Two brothers devoted their entire lives to making their younger brother’s life better. One man spent his whole life carrying his family on his shoulders. His stinginess was a facade; holding the family together was the truth. Poverty was his fate, resilience his backbone. The eldest daughter died a tragic death, the youngest daughter was separated from the family, and the only son was sickly. Three generations, a hundred years, a family’s tragic saga etched into the countryside. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    They were all changed based on their own experiences.

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