Any Recommendations for Political Novels? 官场小说有推荐的吗

1. 501 大 The Dragon's Successor 大龙接班人 Eastern Red Casanova东方红情圣Urban1.3M WordsOngoing Campus romance + political intrigue + military affairs + powerful connections The protagonist, Zhou Ziqing, was taken away by an old Taoist priest when he was just a month old and taught various skills. At eighteen, he came down from the mountain and became “invincible,” possessing martial arts, medical expertise, and exceptional intelligence. He also navigates the political arena, takes part in extensive military operations, and lays out comprehensive business strategies, all on an epic scale. 311Reads8.4Score137Shelves

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   A fresh and engaging story combining campus romance, political intrigue, military strategy, and a powerful background. The plot is full of twists and turns, offering a rich and varied narrative. The male protagonist, barely a month old, is taken to a mountain by an old Taoist priest to learn martial arts. At eighteen, he descends the mountain to begin his invincible journey… The male protagonist, Zhou Ziqing, is a man of both literary and martial talents. After graduating from university, he rises step by step to the pinnacle of officialdom. Under his leadership, the Great Hua Dynasty embarks on a path of great revival, ultimately becoming the world's most powerful nation. The female protagonist, Lü Wenya, is gentle, kind, and considerate, always silently supporting Ziqing from behind the scenes.

2. 502 官 The Official's Ladder: Starting by Raking in Billions from Imperialism 官梯：从薅帝国主义羊毛百亿开始 Round Round Pig圆圆猪Urban938k WordsCompleted A great political novel, with a super-fast pace, a logical power fantasy, humor, and plenty of passion. Qin Jiageng is reborn into the world of politics. A master of managing upward, his greatest talent is bringing good fortune to his bosses, all the way to the pinnacle of power. 9.9kReads9.2Score819Shelves

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   The most brilliant aspect of this novel is the author's depiction of the power struggles within officialdom. The various schemes and calculations are dazzling, even more thrilling than watching a suspense drama! The author also portrays the complex ecosystem of officialdom with remarkable depth, the subtle relationships between superiors and subordinates, the struggles between different factions—every detail is chillingly realistic, feeling like watching a documentary about official life. Moreover, the protagonist's character is incredibly likable—neither a saint nor a naive fool, but idealistic and ambitious, wholeheartedly dedicated to serving the people, leveling up and overcoming obstacles along the way—it's truly exhilarating to watch. The pacing of the plot is also perfectly controlled, with no dragging parts; each chapter offers new surprises and twists. I couldn't put it down and finished it in one go!

3. 503 名 In the Name of the People: Restarting 1992 名义：重启1992 Pale Clouds, White Snow苍云白雪Male-Channel Fanfiction2.3M WordsOngoing Qi Tongwei is reborn in 1992 and rises steadily to success. Oh, I hope everyone enjoys it. Your support is what motivates me to write, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 22.7kReads7.3Score1.8kShelves

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   The long ones and the short ones are all here, take your time to look at them!

4. 504 权 The Road to Power 权力官途 Glorious Dragon辉龙Urban634k WordsCompleted 284Reads7.3Score—Shelves

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   The protagonist comes from a rural area. After retiring from the army, he chooses to take the college entrance examination and continue his studies at university. He takes over a machinery factory that is facing many difficulties. Instead of being in a hurry to achieve quick success, he relies on pragmatic planning to bring the industry to a new level.

5. 505 都 We’re All Reborn, So Who Isn’t a Rich Second-Generation Heir? 都重生了，谁还不是个富二代？ Howling Husky哀嚎的哈士奇Urban2.1M WordsCompleted I’m Jiang Lai. I woke up one day and found myself reborn in the days when my dad was still the richest man! Ahem. Sure, he’s only the richest man in the county, and he’s about to land in prison, but don’t worry, Dad. I’ll take care of it! I’m Jiang Lai, and I’m a vulgar guy. If I’ve had to get rained on, I want everyone else to get soaked too. I’m vulgar, with no grand ambitions. I just want to be an arrogant, domineering rich second-generation playboy. I’m vulgar. Bullying girls doesn’t make me 48.2kReads8.8Score4.3kShelves
6. 506 开 After Being Placed Under Investigation from the Start, I Rise Straight to the Top! 开局被双规后，我青云直上！ A Pass Between Mountains and Seas山海一关Urban250k WordsCompleted Lin Yuan thought he was in a normal relationship, never realizing that he was actually being cuckolded! The opportunities to change your fate in life are few: the college entrance exam, your career, and marriage. How many people, through youthful recklessness, have missed one chance after another to defy fate, only to end up as overworked nobodies at the bottom of society? If Lin Yuan got another chance and returned to the moment before he was caught, what would he choose? Black and white, love 14.8kReads7.1Score798Shelves

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   This book has vivid characters, an exciting plot, and is very enjoyable! 👍

7. 507 沉 The Silent High-Speed Train Passenger 沉默的高铁乘客 Pale Clouds, White Snow苍云白雪37k WordsCompleted The Silent High-Speed Train Passenger 147Reads—Score—Shelves
8. 508 虎 Tiger's Roar Over the Sea of Clouds: Starting with Military Discharge 虎啸云海从转业开始 The Zhu Clan's Spring and Autumn朱氏春秋Urban2.2M WordsCompleted Lin Haoyu leaves the military as a senior colonel and enters local government, rising from county magistrate to a powerful official in charge of an entire region. His wife, Su Mengyao, heads a Fortune 500 company. His younger sister, Lin Xiaowan, quietly supports her brother's political career, while his older brother, Lin Yu, is fiercely protective of her. Their background is enough to leave people speechless. I hope you’ll enjoy my new book. 16kReads8.1Score1.7kShelves

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   I recommend these two novels about officialdom and political intrigue.

9. 509 榕 Four Essays Beneath the Banyan Tree 榕树下随笔四篇 Pale Clouds, White Snow苍云白雪8k WordsCompleted Four Essays Beneath the Banyan Tree 89Reads—Score—Shelves
10. 510 重 Reborn as Jia Huan 重生贾环 vRunning Snailvv奔跑的蜗牛vHistorical1.1M WordsCompleted A modern college student transmigrates into Jia Huan's body, going from an ordinary young boy to someone blessed with a protagonist's aura. How will he make his way in this world of Dream of the Red Chamber? Will the fates of those around him change because of him? And what can he do for himself, his family, and his country? Read on to see what kind of waves he can stir up in this world. 87Reads8.6Score—Shelves

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    I recommend five novels about officialdom. The first two are "The Art of Promotion" and "After the Breakup, I Turned Around and Passed the Provincial Party Committee Organization Department Exam." I'm currently reading the last one, "The Pinnacle of Power," which is still ongoing. I've already finished reading the others. They include both exciting and realistic elements. "The Art of Promotion," "The Leader's Driver," and "The Provincial Party Committee Compound" are particularly realistic. The latter two have already been published. I hope everyone has the chance to read them and enjoy!

11. 511 长 A Long Prosperous Reign 长盛高歌 Qing Jing Dali清靖达理Urban236k WordsCompleted 2kReads7.4Score205Shelves
12. 512 官 Soaring Through Officialdom: From Township to the Summit of Power 官途腾龙从乡镇到权利巅峰 The Zhu Clan's Spring and Autumn朱氏春秋Urban984k WordsCompleted After Chen Linhai passes the civil service exam, his girlfriend betrays him and a powerful family uses its influence to take his position. He keeps his illustrious family background hidden and starts out at the grassroots level in a township. Staying true to his original ideals and relying on exceptional ability, he overcomes one crisis after another and rises through the ranks to the pinnacle of power. Along the way, he uncovers the mystery of his birth and fulfills his ambitions and purpose in 6.5kReads7.2Score666Shelves
13. 513 名 Celebrities Talk: America's Kill Line 名人谈：美国斩杀线 Pale Clouds, White Snow苍云白雪6k WordsCompleted Celebrities Talk: America's Kill Line 162Reads—Score—Shelves
14. 514 纵 Rising Through the Ranks 纵横权途 Prince's Rice太子饭Urban1.9M WordsCompleted What do you do when your marriage, career, and family all betray you at once? Lie flat? Zhao Shanhe isn't that kind of person. If fate won't favor someone from humble beginnings, then he'll take a gamble. Watch the story of an insignificant figure from a powerful family who fights his way to the top... 13Reads7.7Score—Shelves

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    Don't look at the ratings, it's a pretty good movie.

15. 515 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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    All high scores 👍👍👍

16. 516 官 Officialdom: Five Years in Office, Leading the County Out of Poverty 官场：上任五年，带全县脱贫致富 Shang Jiu上九Urban112k WordsCompleted In 2018, just after Wu Shixie takes office, he is faced with a severe crisis: the local government is strapped for cash and can't even pay its employees. Watch how he puts resources to work, manages the budget, promotes capable people, and uses a range of governing methods to transform the county! Once you take office as a local official, you must devote yourself to the people and plan for generations to come. Watch how Wu Shixie leads the whole county out of poverty and toward prosperity, givin 612Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Taking office as county magistrate right from the start is quite impressive.

17. 517 不 The Undying One's Will 不死者的遗嘱 Pale Clouds, White Snow苍云白雪21k WordsCompleted The Immortal’s Last Will 15Reads—Score—Shelves
18. 518 官 A New Path in Politics for a Poor Boy 官场之寒门新途 One Degree Below Zero 519零下一度519Urban181k WordsCompleted Wang Xingyu was born on a state-owned farm in Northeast China. Though his family was ordinary, he excelled in school from a young age. At eighteen, he earned a place at a prestigious 985 university through his own hard work, where he studied public administration. Over the next four years, Wang Xingyu applied himself not only to his studies but also to student clubs, including the student union’s external relations department. Arranging sponsorships and taking on other practical tasks helped him —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A masterpiece, you won't regret watching it!

19. 519 青 The Road to Officialdom: From Low-Ranking Clerk to Provincial Power Broker 青云官路：从小职员到封疆大吏 No Dust on the Page笔下不生灰Urban3.8M WordsOngoing Rebirth + Traditional Political Intrigue + Power Games + High Intelligence + No Harem Reborn on the way to the detention center, Zhou Yan must find a way to turn the tables against all odds. He goes from the business world to politics, from developing real estate to governing a region, following one ordinary man’s rise to success. He’s an ordinary man who’s a little calculating, a small-time player with a sharp mind and sound values. He has the full range of emotions and desires that any ordinar 2.7kReads9.3Score198Shelves
20. 520 异 Age of Superpowers: Beastly Frenzy 异能纪元：魔兽狂潮 Blue-Feathered Little Xi蓝羽小西Urban323k WordsCompleted A hundred years ago, an accidental expedition allowed humanity to touch the other side of history. Human greed eventually opened a forbidden door, ushering society into a new era. An ordinary college student was enjoying everyday campus life when an encounter changed everything. Did the arrival of the Age of the Other Races really bring a new world to Earth? And what truth lies behind it all? —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A forbidden gate was opened a century ago during an expedition, plunging humanity into an era of alien races. The peaceful lives of university students are shattered, and a journey to uncover the unknown truth begins!

21. 521 田 Tian Guofu and Gao Yuliang in the Name of the People 田国富和高育良的名义 Year of the Turtle, Month of the Turtle龟年龟月Male-Channel Fanfiction210k WordsCompleted A fanfiction of In the Name of the People, starring Tian Guofu and Gao Yuliang. Tian Guofu: “Get results and climb the ladder faster.” Gao Yuliang: “Protect unity and stability above all.” Sha Ruijin: “Economic development and environmental protection are both important.” Li Dakang: “What a coincidence. I’m good at both.” Hou Liangping: “Xiao Ai, I don’t need Dad getting involved in my affairs!” Qi Tongwei: “I’ll defy fate and win by half a move. To hell with you, Heaven!” Zhong Zhengguo: “Guofu 69Reads—Score—Shelves
22. 522 家 My Father Is Sha Ruijin, My Wife Is Zhong Xia Ai. Got It? 家父沙瑞金，老婆钟小艾，懂？ The Newbie's Advance小萌新的进击Male-Channel Fanfiction1.8M WordsCompleted (One heroine, power and influence, a lightly feel-good story, with an incredible background!) Sha Yisheng is reborn in In the Name of the People as the son of Sha Ruijin. From the start, he helps Chen Yang transfer back to Handong. Li Dakang: I told you to go work in the township, so how come your township's GDP is higher than Jingzhou's? Zhao Lichun: Are you kidding me? One township raised the GDP of Handong Province? Qi Tongwei: I only got where I am today thanks to my big brother. Anyone got 8.8kReads8.5Score364Shelves

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    #Political fiction #Rebirth, taking you into the world of power

23. 523 仕 The Official's Rise and Fall: Breaking the Deadlock Through Influence 仕途沉浮之借势破局 Uncle Jue from the Vernot Islands弗诺群岛的绝叔Urban4.1M WordsOngoing [Primarily aimed at male readers, but female readers may enjoy it too] + [No System, no wild fantasy] + [Realistic political intrigue] + [Power plays] + [Urban slice of life] A story about Huang Zheng, a chemistry prodigy from a poor family, who gives up a recommendation to pursue graduate studies at Tsinghua so he can look after his parents, then returns to his hometown for a job after earning his bachelor’s degree and embarks on a career in public service… Above the clouds, every step is fraug 15.9kReads8.7Score1.3kShelves

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    Do you have any favorite realistic novels about officialdom written by retired cadres?

24. 524 权 The Pinnacle of Power: Breaking the Deadlock in Yuanshan Town 权力巅峰：从远山镇破局开始 If You’re No Eagle, Don’t Be a Snail不是雄鹰做蜗牛Rural Life266k WordsCompleted What backing could a nobody possibly have? When he's driven into a corner, that's the strongest backing of all! His bright future is stolen from him, his former lover turns her back on him, and just as his political career begins in Yuanshan Town, he falls into one trap after another laid by petty schemers. Everyone thinks he'll sink without a trace, never realizing that desperation is his greatest trump card. Caught in the turmoil of local politics, Wang Hao keeps his strength hidden and plays 350Reads6.1Score147Shelves

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    The emergence of a dark horse is fantastic!

25. 525 官 A Grand Vision for Officialdom 官场宏图 A Frog Who's 185 Centimeters Tall一米八五的蛙蛙Urban4.4M WordsOngoing A lesser physician treats people; a great physician treats the nation. Xia Feng, a talented traditional Chinese medicine student, resolutely enters politics to avenge his father's death. But when it rains, it pours. On the very day of his wedding, his father-in-law dies unexpectedly. From then on, Xia Feng is met with cold indifference at home. His mother-in-law resents him, and his wife lives apart from him for long stretches. With his father-in-law gone, Xia Feng loses his shelter. Then, after 12.2kReads8.9Score1kShelves

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    ①It is said that the officialdom is like a gladiatorial arena of power, rife with undercurrents and more dangerous than the martial arts world. In his past life, Liu Fusheng was cautious and prudent, yet he was still framed and died with resentment. Reborn, he sees through the light and dark side of officialdom, paving his own path to success. Those who stand in his way will be utterly destroyed!

26. 526 官 Storms on the Official Path: Breaking Through 官道风云之突出重围 Fish in the Abyss of the North北有渊鱼Urban1.7M WordsCompleted (All characters, place names, events, settings, and plot elements in this novel are purely fictional.) A young county magistrate with no connections is forced out of office by people pushing him aside, then assigned to a forgotten unit to wait out his days. But his resolve doesn’t falter... Opportunity often favors those who are prepared. Young official Mu Jianlin travels to a remote, impoverished county to serve as county Party secretary. He remains true to his original aspirations and steadfas 16.2kReads8.7Score1.8kShelves
27. 527 权 The Road to Power: Starting as the Municipal Government Secretary 权路问鼎从市府大秘开始 Jiang Ye Doesn't Love the Wild江野不爱野Urban214k WordsOngoing A new work is out! You can read my stories on Tomato Novel. I hope you enjoy them. Your support is what motivates me to write, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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    (Single female lead + rebirth + officialdom + no cuckolding) The protagonist starts working in the municipal government office, beginning as a clerk in the General Affairs Section, then rising through the ranks from deputy section chief of the Municipal Government Secretariat Section to a high-ranking official, from deputy section chief to deputy minister. Definitely a great read!

28. 528 权 The Pinnacle of Power: Rising from a Secretary's Desk! 权利巅峰：从秘书开始崛起！ Big Brother Hui from Sichuan and Chongqing川渝小辉哥Urban612k WordsCompleted His boss makes things difficult for him at work, while his future mother-in-law demands an astronomical bride price and says he's not good enough. In an instant, Lin Qiang feels his life is hopeless. Disheartened, he plans to quit after finishing his final overseas assignment. Who knew fate had a twist in store! By chance, Lin Qiang rescues a top big shot holding a flag in a car accident, and from then on his career takes off! His beautiful boss reaches out to make peace? His ex regrets every 355Reads7.1Score—Shelves

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    Main character relationship: Secretary, wielding life and death power; a satisfying read.

29. 529 天 A Book Belonging to the Chosen One 天选之主的一本书 Chosen One天选之主Urban5.0M WordsCompleted An Jiang earned the top score in the civil service selection exam and entered government with a desire to serve the people, only to be sidelined by an unseen hand and sent to the countryside, where he endured contempt. When his two-year term was up, an official transfer from the Organization Department turned his fortunes around, transforming An Jiang into the county's youngest official... See how he charges headlong through the ranks and blazes his own path to success! 2.1kReads9.1Score272Shelves
30. 530 重 Reborn: The Tiger-Cubed Police Officer from a Military Family, Changing Fate with Three Shots from the Start 重生：将门虎警，开局三枪改命 Flowers Bloom on Jimu吉木生花Urban1.7M WordsCompleted Yang Xiao returns to 2003, to the day that changed his fate. This time, he decisively pulls the trigger, killing the armed criminal in front of him and embarking on a turbulent career in government. Starting out as a junior officer at a local police station, Yang Xiao uses his memories of his previous life to crack major cases one after another and earn countless honors. In the treacherous world of politics, Yang Xiao holds fast to the justice in his heart and climbs step by step to the heights 48.2kReads9.2Score5.5kShelves

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    A frustrated bureaucrat within the system transmigrates into the body of Qi Tongwei. Faced with a disastrous start, he reverses the tide, utilizing his future knowledge and omniscient perspective to find an alternative path beyond Zhao Lichun and Liang Qunfeng. From then on, he rises to prominence. What are Li Dakang, Sha Ruijin, and Zhong Zhengguo? They're all just defeated opponents… Liangping overturns the earth, Dakang cries at the grave, the teacher is in a hurry, Ruijin seizes the gun, and so on—various reversals of fate, incredibly satisfying, enough to satisfy everyone's lingering resentment…

31. 531 重 Reborn: A New Rise to the Top 重生：青云再起 Milu Sauce麋鹿酱Urban575k WordsCompleted If you could live your life over again with memories of the next twenty years, what would you do? Chen Mo’s choice: return to the beginning and enter the world of officialdom once more. In his previous life, he lost to conspiracy and betrayal, but never lost the “Way” in his heart. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This novel about officialdom is quite well written.

32. 532 官 Political Rivalries: A Grassroots Rise to Power 官场争锋之草根逆袭 Liu Peizhu刘培柱Urban836k WordsCompleted New to officialdom, Lu Zhaoyuan carries lofty ideals, only to be battered at every turn. After enduring hardship, he glimpses the logic behind power: “Only those who truly serve the people can go far!” Standing on the precipice between conscience and desire, what choice will he make? 6.9kReads7.9Score563Shelves

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    Very beautiful, highly recommended!

33. 533 为 A Career in Public Service 为民官路 At Ease and Unrestrained安心无忌Urban1.8M WordsOngoing [A gritty, realistic tale of ambition and struggle in the government ranks] In 1990, top student Zhen Weimin offends the wrong people and gets kicked down to a poor rural township. Everyone thinks his life is over. But he is determined to make flowers bloom among the thorns. He breaks through obstacles with his knowledge and grounds himself in his conscience, with every step in sync with the pulse of the times. Starting in the township, he moves forward one step at a time. This is a true chronic 26.9kReads9.2Score2.8kShelves

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    Avid readers who have enjoyed "Hou Weidong's Officialdom Notes" might enjoy this realistic period novel about officialdom.

34. 534 官 A Career Blessed by Fortune: A County Magistrate's Rise to Power 官运滔天：知县逆袭，权倾朝野 A Friend of Li Shu李树的朋友Historical139k WordsOngoing [Not a power fantasy! A complex tale of court intrigue and political struggle, grounded in historical research!] Li Shu, a modern-day civil service exam candidate who failed to pass, unexpectedly transmigrates to the first year of the Qianlong reign and becomes a newly appointed jinshi. Starting out as a poor county magistrate in Hengyang, he investigates the shortfall in the ever-normal granaries, exposes the dark secrets of the grain transport trade, and takes on salt smugglers in league with 28Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The pacing is tight and the plot is tightly interwoven, giving it a feel similar to the TV series "Ming Dynasty 1566".

35. 535 重 Reborn in 1998: I Take My Dad into Politics 重生98：我带老爸闯仕途 Salted Fish Who Doesn't Want to Work不想上班咸鱼鱼Urban1.6M WordsOngoing A new work is here! You can read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you'll enjoy it. Your support motivates me to write, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 65.4kReads9.2Score4.5kShelves

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    A fairly realistic novel about officialdom, not bad.

36. 536 大 Wang Pu, a Young Man Past His Prime 大龄青年王普 Spring Breeze Leaves No Trace 007春风了无痕007Urban476k WordsCompleted [Multiple heroines, romance, countryside, entrepreneurship, lesbian romance, and an older bachelor] Wang Pu returns to his village, where the neighborhood gossips surround him and laugh mockingly. Wang Pu develops the pond south of the village into an eco-farm. As the village committee brings in young officials and the local economy grows, Wang Pu makes a comeback and is elected, leading his fellow villagers down the road to prosperity. His love life, career, and political prospects all flourish 4Reads8.1Score—Shelves
37. 537 我 My Years as a Con Artist 我做老千的那些年 Ma Xiaohu马小虎Urban3.3M WordsOngoing The short drama adaptation of the Old Cheater series is now streaming on Red Fruit and Tomato. Come check it out! I'm a professional gambler. At the table, I can turn the odds on their head. But I want to use my own experience to tell you a simple truth: stay away from gambling. Because nine out of ten games are rigged, and you lose every time! 442.4kReads9.5Score48kShelves

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    A good book is affecting my sleep [awkward laugh]

38. 538 从 From Employee to Political Powerbroker 从职员到官场枭雄 Weaving Grass into a Forest结草成林Urban998k WordsCompleted The career path is a bottomless abyss. Only by being cautious every step of the way can you reach the summit and serve the people. Shao Hongwei started out as a junior clerk. It was his deep sense of awe and responsibility that made him a regional official. 437Reads7.4Score105Shelves

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    They arrived just in time; they submitted a letter.

39. 539 权 The Pinnacle of Power: A County Secretary's Extraordinary Career 权利巅峰：县委秘书的妖孽仕途 Wandering Barbecue流浪的烤肉Urban121k WordsOngoing To be an official, you need two things: a heart devoted to speaking up for the people, and an unwavering sense of justice. Follow a county Party committee secretary as he climbs step by step toward the pinnacle of power in a cutthroat political game of schemes and betrayals. 4Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A great plot, a cuckolded tale of officialdom! You'll be hooked from the start!

40. 540 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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    I highly recommend these two books; they offer different perspectives on the various aspects of modern officialdom.

41. 541 山 A Big Shot Emerges from the Mountain Village 山村出了个大官 Words Carved in Wood言木刻Urban2.1M WordsOngoing A new story is here! You’re welcome to read my work on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support inspires me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 9.1kReads8.5Score704Shelves
42. 542 权 The Pinnacle of Power: Mingyu’s Name 权力巅峰之明宇的名义 The Man Who Rides a Wolf骑狼的汉子Urban817k WordsCompleted I was born to be a mountain, not a stream, and I long to look down on life from the peaks! I was born to shine like the blazing sun, and I insist on soaring against the wind, radiant beyond measure! Mingyu's Principles: 1. Join me, and you'll have a bright future! 2. If I make you angry, I'm sorry. Please change! 3. I never speak with barbs. If I embarrass you, I did it on purpose! 4. Don't make me angry. The consequences are serious. I might accidentally take everyone out, and if things get wor 18.3kReads9.0Score1.4kShelves

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    Secretary Hongtao's son 💥 I was born a mountain, not a stream; I aspire to survey life from the summit. I was born a hero, not a blade of grass; peace and prosperity for the world are my life's mission! I was born the blazing sun; those who submit to me prosper, those who defy me perish! Mingyu's Law:

43. 543 官 Officialdom: I Became a Powerful Figure’s Most Trusted Aide 官场：我成了大佬的铁杆心腹 Ten-Degree Brandy十度白兰地Urban1.1M WordsCompleted Su Jin was reborn at the moment he started his career in government in 2013. From the start, he was at the civil service provincial exam interview. Sorry, interviewers, but to take first place, I’m going to quietly set a little trap and get you all to back me… 910Reads6.7Score—Shelves

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    This book depicts the officialdom since 2013. I suspect the author is an official himself; the descriptions of various unspoken rules are quite insightful. Overall, it's a very readable book.

44. 544 绝 Absolute Power: I Am the Backer 绝对权力：我就是靠山 Happy Little Beans快乐小豆豆Urban3.5M WordsOngoing Ye Minghao, a secretary to a senior official, is sent back to the countryside. His girlfriend breaks up with him, and his parents' job transfers are put on hold. Starting at the grassroots level, he climbs step by step to the top. 69.1kReads9.2Score4.3kShelves

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    A novel about officialdom and its legendary figures; the author's writing is excellent, the plot is clear and engaging, and it's not mindless. Highly recommended.

45. 545 过 Adopted Son, Part Two 过继二 Dreams of Spring and Autumn梦话春秋Urban2.1M WordsCompleted [Wealth + power plays] [Reality + perseverance] [Life + passion] [Love + living] A man must be as tough as iron, but also as resilient as steel. Only then can he face the harshness of reality and the twists of fate, and rise to meet new challenges. I'm Zhao Erhai, and here's my story... 4kReads9.3Score490Shelves

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    A novel you can't put down

46. 546 官 The Road to Officialdom: The Pinnacle of Power 官路之权力巅峰 Northeastern Little Koi东北小锦鲤Urban3.0M WordsCompleted Reborn into a new life, he no longer holds back when petty schemers try to frame him. He strikes back hard. With his foreknowledge and the favor of his superiors, his career in government soars, carrying him all the way to the pinnacle of power. 20.3kReads8.8Score1.6kShelves

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    There aren't many readable novels about officialdom; too many are fantastical and unrealistic, driven by a desire for thrills. However, novels without some exaggeration and exciting moments won't be popular, so these novels strike a good balance. At least I can keep reading them.

47. 547 名 In the Name of the People: Judging Handong and Saving Qi Tongwei 名义：审判汉东拯救祁同伟 No Love in This World, Crossing the Mortal Realm人间无爱渡红尘Male-Channel Fanfiction680k WordsCompleted Liu Xiaofan, the son of a farmer, transmigrates into the world of In the Name of the People and awakens the [Justice Tribunal] System. Using the System, he exposes the wanton abuse of power and corruption in Handong's officialdom, the temptations of money and beautiful women, and the darkness hidden from public view! He'll use the System to help Qi Tongwei rise to the provincial level, creating a win-win situation where they both advance together. Liang Qunfeng, Chen Yanshi, Gao Yuliang, Li Daka 4.1kReads6.8Score100Shelves
48. 548 官 Officialdom: The Road to the Pinnacle of Power 官场：走上权力巅峰 Coastal Dead End沿海穷途Urban1.0M WordsCompleted In his previous life, Jiang Zijie was a frustrated talent who never amounted to much. By the time he retired, he was only a section chief. Reborn in his youth, Jiang Zijie resolves to climb to the pinnacle of power. He expects to rise through the ranks on the strength of his own abilities, but after being reborn, one opportunity after another comes his way. Before he knows it, Jiang Zijie is soaring up the career ladder and standing at the summit of power. 35Reads8.2Score—Shelves
49. 549 官 The Path to Officialdom: A Swift Rise to the Top 官途之青云直上 I'm Just Here to Slack Off我就是个摸鱼的Urban905k WordsCompleted My new work is out! You can read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support motivates me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 2.5kReads7.0Score101Shelves

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    I discovered a new officialdom novel called "The Rise to Power in the Officialdom," which is currently close to 200,000 words. The writing is good, the plot is reasonable, and there are no messy parts. The author maintains a high update efficiency of 6,000-7,000 words per day, making it worth reading!

50. 550 重 Reborn: Battling for the Road to Power 重生之官路争锋 Old Pig老猪Urban431k WordsCompleted A career in public service is a long and arduous road! Reborn in the year 2000, Qi Fei enters government service to fulfill his father’s dying wish, only to be assigned by the personnel bureau chief, who is currying favor with the county Party secretary, to the poorest township. Drawing on the advantages of being reborn, he leads the people toward prosperity, outwits his political rivals, and fights his way up from the grassroots through a world of deceit and intrigue. He braves every obstacle a 47Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This is a good book! I'm currently reading it.

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