I Dare Say This Is the Best Government and Politics Novel Out There 官场文我敢说这本是最好看的

1. 1 重 Reborn in Officialdom: I Really Don't Want Another Promotion 重生官场：我真的不想再升职了 Ink as a Blade以墨为锋Urban2.4M WordsCompleted In 2003, Liang Weishi never wanted to enter government service. Yet through a series of fortunate coincidences, from the day he passed the civil service exam, he rose rapidly through the ranks... 125.5kReads9.1Score13.9k14d adds

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   I recommend this one; it's enough. The author is knowledgeable, at least having passed the postgraduate entrance exam (because he speaks eloquently). The protagonist is both brave and resourceful, and his promotions are very smooth—it's truly exhilarating! A must-read for anyone interested in officialdom!

2. 2 宦 Tides of the Political Sea 宦海浮沉 Liang Zhoumu梁州牧Urban4.7M WordsCompleted No cheating spouse At the end of the day, every rule follows one fundamental principle: the strongest force gets to decide. This is the “meta-rule,” the rule that determines all other rules. The martial world isn’t all about fighting and killing; it’s about human relationships and social conventions. The same goes even more so for politics. Chen Bo is drawn into an unwinnable game of chess because of a debt he has no choice but to repay. He thinks he’ll spend the rest of his life in prison, but 247.2kReads9.5Score26.9k14d adds

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   All I can say is that this is the best novel about officialdom I've ever read; it's very realistic and closely reflects reality.

3. 3 官 An Unbounded Official Career 官途无疆 Lone Reflection孤照Urban2.4M WordsCompleted Jiang Han, a billionaire who resigned from public office to go into business, is framed and reborn as a third-year college student. He makes a fortune in the stock market, becoming a hidden billionaire. To repay his hometown for supporting him for more than a decade, he returns as a village official while still a college student and leads the villagers to prosperity, embarking on a career in government. In the treacherous world of politics, his exceptional wisdom and insight, along with his sinc 16.9kReads9.1Score1.6k14d adds

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   A truly exceptional book! The author is outspoken and bold, brimming with positive energy. He possesses broad knowledge, is familiar with officialdom, has profound writing skills, and writes in a witty and humorous style. Suitable for readers with a certain level of education! (Excerpt from a reader's review by "Di Qing of Longchi")

4. 4 官EN The Halls of Power: A Nobody's Ambition 官场：一个小人物的野望 Ink as a Blade以墨为锋Urban1.3M WordsCompleted Starting as a grassroots police officer in 2005, he repeatedly cracks major cases. Amid the treacherous twists and turns of officialdom, he carves out a distinctive path to promotion. 132.2kReads9.5Score15.3k14d adds

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   These three are novels about officialdom that I've read; I thought they were quite good. [Learned something new]

5. 5 你 You're Just a Secretary, So How Are You Advancing Faster Than Your Boss? 你一个秘书，比领导进步还快？ Win Against Heaven胜天一局Urban2.1M WordsCompleted [A power-packed political drama, featured on the bookstore’s overall reading rankings three times] Lin Yi, a senior aide to a powerful leader, is targeted by his enemies and betrayed by his girlfriend. He strikes back hard, exposes a shocking conspiracy, and uses his foresight to make a spectacular comeback! 36.9kReads9.0Score3.9k14d adds

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   A thrilling political novel with a moderate pace, no dragging parts. The protagonist is decisive in killing, full of surprises, and incredibly exciting. It's a completed story and highly recommended.

6. 6 简 This Is Insane: The Nation's Top Anti-Corruption Fighter 简直疯了：反贪第一人 Heavenly Gourd天葫Urban2.3M WordsCompleted No matter how many tricks you have up your sleeve, Lin Dongfan hits back hard and quickly rises to become the top anti-corruption investigator! 16kReads8.4Score1.6k14d adds
7. 7 顶 Top Broker 顶尖掮客 Chenchen's Sun辰辰的太阳Urban2.0M WordsCompleted This book starts with the protagonist, Feng Tianchen, a simple private-car driver, and follows his brutal struggle through the world of politics. It is a battlefield without gunfire, a terrifying vortex that ordinary people cannot escape once they enter. But to a seasoned political operator, it is the perfect stage for a masterful performance. See how Feng Tianchen rises from a humble driver to the pinnacle of life through his own efforts. 4.7kReads8.9Score45214d adds

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   A seriously underrated novel, it's really good.

8. 8 陈 Secretary Chen's Notebook 陈秘书笔记 Twenty, Thirty, Forty廿卅卌Urban224k WordsOngoing The extraordinary life of a secretary. Chen, a highly capable secretary, watches his bright future vanish in an instant. Cautious and deferential around the powerful, he keeps a low profile among his colleagues, and through his own distinctive way of handling people, gradually achieves his goals in life. His notebook is a lament for a life. 1.1kReads—Score12214d adds

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   The corruption within officialdom is exposed! A young secretary, after the mayor's suicide, faces constant ostracism and suppression. But when he finally reads the mayor's diary and discovers the sordid truth, beautiful women, officials, and wealthy businessmen flock to him. His brilliant future is about to begin.

9. 9 官 The Official Road, Starting at Level Three 官道，从三段开始 Mr. Fishjoy鱼乐先生Urban512k WordsOngoing My name is Bu Qingyun. (I hold a senior government post and have a fortune worth over a hundred million.) Let me tell you a secret. Ever since I was in elementary school, entering politics has been the light of my ideals and the flame of my ambition. It was buried in my heart like a seed, ready to take root and sprout as soon as the soil was right... 18.6kReads7.6Score2.9k14d adds

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   These two books are absolutely authentic and enjoyable.

10. 10 过 Adoption into the Family 过继 Dreams of Spring and Autumn梦话春秋Urban1.9M WordsCompleted This is a novel about a man growing up through blood and tears. Along with the cruelty of reality comes the trickery of fate. But if you’re a man, wipe away your tears and face every hardship. Make yourself tough as steel, unbreakable... 30kReads9.3Score3.2k14d adds
11. 11 离 After My Divorce, an Owl Helped Me Rule the World 离婚后，猫头鹰带我权倾天下 Nowhere to Settle無處安放Urban1.0M WordsCompleted He lost his job in middle age, and his seven-year marriage also came to an end. Lin Zhijie got a firsthand taste of what it meant to be “a middle-aged man who’s worth less than a dog.” His property and savings were all seized by his domineering, ruthless socialite wife. Just as Lin Zhijie was left homeless and sleeping beneath a bridge, he unexpectedly saved a talking owl. After that, Lin Zhijie entered politics, rising smoothly from an archival clerk at a neighborhood office to the very top. Be 4.9kReads7.6Score48514d adds

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    A newcomer reporting for duty, a political career with multiple female protagonists—a satisfying novel!

12. 12 别 Don't Mess with Me! I'm My Own Backing! 别惹我！我自己就是背景！ Flying Ant会飞蚂蚁Urban1.7M WordsOngoing My new story is out! You can read my work on Tomato Novel. I hope you enjoy it. Your support inspires me to write, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 26.7kReads8.3Score2.3k14d adds

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    I understand your appeal; it's all about the strong bureaucratic feel, the satisfying moments, and the well-executed power struggles. Take a look at this.

13. 13 宦 Ripples in the Sea of Officialdom: Reborn on the Road to Power 宦海微澜：重生仕途路 A Tale of Years Gone By风叙经年Urban257k WordsOngoing Lin Yanzhou died. He died on the front line of flood control, swept away by the breach in the Huai River embankment, on the levee he had guarded for twenty years. His forty-eight years of life had been painfully meek. No connections, no backers, no resources. He was afraid to accept invitations, in case he couldn't afford to return the favor. He was afraid to accept gifts, in case he got in trouble and dragged his wife and children down with him. After twenty years, he was still only a deputy 61Reads—Score—14d adds

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    The plot is not mindless, and the clichés of officialdom are defused, so even beginners can read it with confidence!

14. 14 重 Reborn: This Time, the Commoner Will Become an Official 重生，草根这次要当官 Fish Hill Listening to Rain鱼丘听雨Urban1.1M WordsCompleted [Reborn] + [Officialdom] + [A hidden identity] He was an ordinary nobody who unexpectedly returned to life eighteen years in the past! His fate took a new turn, and he rose through the ranks of officialdom! When his rivals moved against him, he discovered that his background held a surprising secret. One of the country's top wealthy families came looking for him of their own accord. Both his uncles were powerful figures, and his older brother was a special forces commander. The Zhong family is i 26.6kReads8.4Score2k14d adds

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    Highly recommended! The protagonist was orphaned at a young age and gradually rises through the ranks of officialdom, doing many practical things for the people. When he encounters suppression from his rivals, a top family in the country comes to claim kinship with him!

15. 15 官 A Meteoric Rise in Officialdom: I Use Medicine to Reach the Pinnacle of Power 官途狂飙：我靠医术问鼎权利巅峰 Old Zhu老朱Urban2.4M WordsCompleted [No transmigration, no rebirth, no System, political scheming, ruthless, single-mindedly focused on treating the sick and saving lives, and even more determined to help ordinary people live better lives] Three years ago, Li Qiushui, born into poverty, graduated with a degree in traditional Chinese medicine from Capital Medical University! To care for and treat his seriously ill father, Li Qiushui resolutely gave up the opportunity to work at a major hospital. He returned to Taohuawu Village to b 9.7kReads8.8Score1.3k14d adds
16. 16 青 The Road to Qingyun: Finding Life in Desperate Straits 青云路之绝处逢生 The Man Who Rides a Wolf骑狼的汉子Urban2.2M WordsCompleted A sudden disaster destroyed Lu Fan’s family, leaving behind nothing but ruined walls and broken tiles. By chance, Lu Fan entered officialdom. After honing his skills, growing, and transforming at the grassroots level, Lu Fan was tempered into steel and emerged from his cocoon as a butterfly. At last, he achieved his heart’s desire! 121.2kReads9.2Score14k14d adds

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    I highly recommend a few novels about officialdom. The first one is a sequel to the novel by Secretary Wang Hongtao. The second one is about a frustrated bureaucrat who transmigrates into the body of Qi Tongwei and uses his godlike perspective to rise through the ranks. [Laughs]

17. 17 我 I, Qi Tongwei, Refuse to Curry Favor With the Powerful. I'll Start as a Village Official 我祁同伟，不事权贵，从村官干起 Ba Mi巴迷Male-Channel Fanfiction1.9M 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! 35.9kReads9.4Score2.6k14d adds
18. 18 官 Reborn: The Honest Confession of an Official 官路之重生坦白局 Never Said It不曾说Urban1.2M WordsCompleted An accident gave Zhang Hao a new lease on life, giving him the chance to rewrite the years of mediocrity and helplessness behind him. With the advantage of knowing what lies ahead, watch as Zhang Hao plans every move and secures victory from afar. A dragon may lie hidden in a pool, but when the winds and clouds gather, it will soar into the heavens. 5.8kReads9.3Score39714d adds
19. 19 一 Soar All the Way to Immortality! 一路飞升！ Three Three Five Five叁叁伍伍Urban8.7M WordsOngoing Yang Ming, a county government civil servant, is demoted to a township government office, where he faces discrimination and suppression at every turn. When a flash flood strikes, he risks his life to save others and does a good deed, finally turning his fortunes around... 81.3kReads9.3Score4k14d adds
20. 20 官 Officialdom: The Eyes of Insight 官场：透视之眼 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban271k WordsCompleted 749Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Absolutely a classic. Very good-looking.

21. 21 候 Hou Weidong's Notes on Being an Official 候卫东做官笔记 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban790k WordsCompleted As a graduate of a prestigious university, Hou Weidong encounters one thorny problem after another upon entering government service, yet manages to turn danger into safety every time. Taking different approaches: that is Hou Weidong’s political philosophy. That is how Hou Weidong conducts himself. That is Hou Weidong’s great wisdom. 3.6kReads6.7Score49614d adds
22. 22 警 Police Career: Northeast China, 1997 警事官途，东北1997 Home-Cooked Meals家里饭Urban1.5M WordsCompleted [A tribute to the Northeast we can never return to.] [Tales of the Northeast, Northeast Police Stories] Reborn on the day Li Hongwei, the son of a high-ranking official, caused a hit-and-run and violently assaulted a police officer, trainee traffic cop Xing Xiaodong grinned. "Looks like my chance to get promoted has arrived!" In my previous life, I was wrongfully imprisoned. In this one, I start out as a traffic cop and climb the ranks step by step. In a chaotic era, I use unconventional methods 10.8kReads7.0Score1.9k14d adds

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    "Police Career in Northeast China, 1997": A thrilling historical crime and officialdom novel exclusively for those born in the 70s and 80s, packed with four layers of hardcore texture! Highly recommended for all readers born in the 70s and 80s who love period dramas, hard-hitting crime stories, and political intrigue—"Police Career in Northeast China, 1997"—no unrealistic plot twists, no mindless wish-fulfillment, just the raw, everyday life of the old industrial base of Northeast China in 1997. It follows grassroots police officers as they struggle through the mud, outwitting and outmaneuvering tough opponents like Zhou Heilong and Li Xiong. The novel offers a satisfying blend of period setting, local life, crime investigation, and political intrigue, leaving middle-aged readers deeply moved and hooked! It's not your typical rebirth-themed wish-fulfillment novel. The protagonist doesn't have a system or cheat codes; he relies entirely on his past life memories and hardcore intellect. Starting as a trainee traffic policeman, he solves street cases, fights against organized crime, and navigates the vortex of officialdom, taking each step with meticulous care. The flavor of Northeast China in 1997 is so strong it's palpable: the wave of layoffs, old factory areas, the underworld of drinking parties, and the rough yet warm Northeast dialect instantly transport you back to that passionate and complex era, resonating deeply with those born in the 70s and 80s. The criminal investigation plot is not perfunctory; the case files, investigations, and surveillance all depict the real lives of grassroots police officers, brimming with suspense. The process of catching the culprit and solving the case is both mind-bending and satisfying. The officialdom plot is not unrealistic; there are no shortcuts to promotion, only the handling of interpersonal relationships and the navigating of open and covert conflicts. The protagonist breaks through obstacles with his abilities and establishes himself with his integrity, making it a hundred times more realistic than those mindless power struggle novels. There's also the rustic charm of Northeast China, the brotherhood, the master-disciple bond, and the inherent sense of justice—all striking a chord with middle-aged readers. What's most remarkable is the strength of the opponents. The villains like Zhou Heilong and Li Xiong aren't just mindless tools; they're ruthless, calculating, and backed by powerful figures. The protagonist's struggles, battles, and counterattacks against them are gripping, keeping the reader on the edge of their seat. This thrill of "thinking and fighting" is far more satisfying than mindless, straightforward stories! If you're a 70s/80s kid who misses the vibrant atmosphere of the 90s, prefers hard-hitting crime dramas, realistic portrayals of officialdom, and period novels with depth and substance, and rejects unrealistic, cheesy, and weak villains, then you absolutely must read *Police Affairs and Official Careers: Northeast 1997*. With over a million words, you'll be hooked. The tough opponents have just appeared, and the protagonist's police and official careers are only just beginning—it gets more and more exciting with each reading!

23. 23 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 381Reads6.1Score14714d adds

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    I dare say this book has the potential to become a legendary classic. It's a realistic portrayal of a comeback, full of high intelligence, and simply captivating.

24. 24 重 Back to the 1990s: A Political Science Graduate's Son-in-Law 重回90，从政法女婿开始 The Carousel That Runs Eight Days a Week一周上八天的旋转木马Mystery1.1M WordsCompleted No womanizing, no System, one female lead, a serious officialdom novel, a crime thriller set in a past era, and a fiercely protective wife. A slow-burn story, written simply to make you smile. During the urban transformation of the 1990s, crimes were rampant and restoring order was an urgent priority. Li Feng, once an experienced grassroots criminal investigator in the twenty-first century, was reborn by accident in 1996 as a young captain with a master's degree in criminal investigation. He w 2.9kReads8.2Score21214d adds

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    A serious political novel, a great book about life within the system, featuring rebirth, a son-in-law, and a period drama. Top-rated on the donation list [Already added to my bookshelf], thousands of readers are reading it! The novel opens with the dual identities of a "criminal investigation master" and a "law and political son-in-law," instantly creating a dramatic and suspenseful setting—the clash between professional skills and the constraints of his identity, perfectly hitting the double appeal of period dramas and professional dramas. The interwoven plot of case investigation and the father-in-law/son-in-law relationship create a rich narrative with great potential for film and television adaptation.

25. 25 红 A Red-Blooded Official's Rise to Power 红色军转官场逆袭 The Zhu Clan's Spring and Autumn朱氏春秋Urban1.4M WordsOngoing Lin Ning was born into a privileged family, but turned down their support to leave the military as the special forces soldier “Mountain Hawk,” determined to start from the bottom and build his career from scratch. He places first in the provincial civil service exam, only to have someone take his spot and be sent to the logistics department. He quietly bides his time in the face of injustice, takes over public complaints and petitions, and uses the role as the start of his comeback. When he is 11.6kReads7.4Score1.2k14d adds

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    I recommend these three novels about officialdom and political intrigue.

26. 26 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. 16.4kReads8.2Score1.7k14d adds

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    I dare say these two novels about officialdom are the best.

27. 27 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 6.6kReads7.2Score65114d adds
28. 28 仕 A Meteoric Rise in Officialdom 仕途青云直上 Drizzle and Light Dust微雨轻尘Urban456k WordsOngoing Young teacher Yu Qingyun is punished for some reason. Just as he thinks fate has dragged him to rock bottom, things quietly begin to change. Before long, Yu Qingyun's career in officialdom takes off, and he surges upward with one lucky break after another... 740Reads—Score12414d adds

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    I've been reading this novel recently, and I think it's pretty good. I hope you'll like it too.

29. 29 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 16.3kReads8.7Score1.4k14d adds

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    I recommend this official novel; I personally think it's quite good!

30. 30 重 Reborn in Politics: My Tactics Are a Little Too Ruthless 重生官场，我的手腕有亿点铁 Lone Reflection孤照Urban248k WordsCompleted Officialdom is all about schemes, with traps everywhere. You have to plan for every eventuality to protect yourself. Only years later did Zhou Hongwei understand that. Fate sent him reborn to his wedding in 1999. He could start all over again! The road through officialdom is treacherous and the journey long. Watch Zhou Hongwei turn the tables from desperate straits and soar against the odds! 5kReads8.4Score47414d adds

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    Two very high-quality and insightful novels about officialdom. The authors' profound writing skills and life experience are evident. They are well worth reading carefully. Especially noteworthy is the writing of the documents by the protagonist in one of the novels—it's incredibly professional! Anyone who writes official documents would agree with this. This is just my personal opinion.

31. 31 官 The Official’s Path: Why Is It So Hard to Be a Good Official? 官道：当个好官为什么这么难 A Lonely Blade寂寞一刀Urban1.7M WordsOngoing A contemporary political novel rooted in real life, by a veteran author with years of experience writing political fiction. It’s wonderfully down-to-earth, and its schemes and power struggles will leave you on edge and emotionally reeling. Drawing on personal experiences, the author has created a modern-day exposé of officialdom, rich with life experience and thought-provoking political wisdom. It’s absolutely worth reading. Life is a journey of self-cultivation. You have to find your own path. 40.9kReads8.9Score2.5k14d adds

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    I wouldn't dare say this is the best book, but it's definitely the one you'll learn the most from.

32. 32 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? 6.6kReads7.9Score55714d adds

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    Absolutely stunning, don't miss it!

33. 33 东 Dongheng: The Road to Power 东恒青云 Old Man Green Bamboo青竹翁Urban1.7M WordsCompleted A meteoric rise to the top! Chu Dongheng, a master's graduate who knows nothing about his birth family and jokes that “my mom and I are our own family,” is the abandoned grandson of a military family. After passing the civil service exam in Jiangdong, he finds that someone else has taken the position he applied for. By chance, he becomes a leader's secretary, beginning his career in politics. With the people's interests as his mission, he advances one steady step at a time toward the pinnacle of 30.6kReads9.2Score3.4k14d adds
34. 34 官 The Road to Officialdom: From a Township Justice Office to the Provincial Compound 官道：从乡镇司法所到省委大院 The Jing River Household京河人家Urban2.2M WordsCompleted Beginning in the early twenty-first century, this novel chronicles the rise of Wang Xiaofeng, a young man from a poor family. Along the way, he faces petty schemers and receives help from benefactors. His posts and responsibilities change, but his original ideals and aspirations never do. Wang Xiaofeng starts out as a clerk at a township judicial office, then rises steadily through the ranks… 6.6kReads7.8Score60214d adds

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    A must-read book, it gets more exciting the more you read! The protagonist becomes a township head at 24, develops the economy, and rises all the way to the ministerial level!

35. 35 官 The Road to Officialdom: One Text Message Changes My Fate 官途：一条短信改变命运 The Mortal World Is Too Weary红尘太累Urban1.8M WordsOngoing A breakup text quietly rewrites the career trajectory of a young official. In the world of politics, every step forward or back involves both calculations of the human heart and contests of power. Standing at a crossroads in his life, Li Anping takes his first steady step... 257.4kReads8.8Score25.1k14d adds

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    The most realistic novel about officialdom, definitely worth reading 👀

36. 36 宦 A Wild Ride Through the Art of Political Intrigue 宦海中权术狂飙 Heavenly Gourd天葫Urban1.1M WordsCompleted Officialdom is ruthless. In my previous life, I failed to make it out unscathed and even lost my life. For Chen Chang'an, striking back from the brink after being reborn is an essential step toward reclaiming his glory. Social skills matter, but so do strategy and an iron fist. Anyone who doesn't know how to clear obstacles with a shovel will never discover the 108 ways to use one. 220Reads7.1Score—14d adds
37. 37 辅 On My First Day as an Auxiliary Police Officer, I Won Over a Big Shot’s Daughter 辅警入职当天，拿下大佬千金 Luo Xiao罗晓Urban1.0M WordsCompleted Back in 2003, Wang Chuyi opens his eyes at the scene of the 4/23 case, face-to-face with the rival who framed him and sent him to prison, where he died! Once you’re reborn, even a pig can take off if it catches the right wind, let alone Wang Chuyi! He’ll turn his fate around by reclaiming his permanent position and cracking the 4/23 case! What Wang Chuyi never expected, though, was that An Xuefu, the beauty he rescues while solving the 4/23 kidnapping case, would have such an extraordinary ident 7kReads8.6Score74214d adds

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    A very good novel, heartwarming yet well-written, a complete and recommended read.

38. 38 官 Officialdom: I Rewrote the Script of My Life 官场：我重写了人生剧本 Green Little Apple青涩小苹果Urban3.2M WordsCompleted [Traditional Political Intrigue] [One Female Lead] [Begins at a University] Zhou Yang is reborn! This time, he begins his career in government by staying on at the university, rewriting his life and painting a sweeping portrait of an era. (The first novel in the Zhou Yang series) 11.7kReads9.2Score95814d adds

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    🔥 A thrilling rebirth story in the officialdom! Starting as a deputy section chief, he rises to the top. In his previous life, he was a pathetic scapegoat for forty years, but after being reborn, he's destined for greatness, riding the economic wave and serving the people! Starting from a deputy section chief, he rewrites his career. A highly rated 9.3, This is an incredibly satisfying read about his rise in the officialdom! 💥

39. 39 权 At the Pinnacle of Power: Super Civil Servant 权力巅峰：超级公务员 Tangtang Sixth Young Master糖糖六公子Urban1.2M WordsCompleted There are ten ranks in an official career, and every step takes you to a higher level! In my previous life, I spent forty years as a low-ranking civil servant, made a scapegoat and a sacrificial pawn, and only reached the rank of senior staff officer by the time I retired. Now that I’ve been given another life, I must soar straight to the highest heights! Now that I’ve been given another life, I must keep pace with the economic tide! Now that I’ve been given another life, I must do something tan 49.5kReads9.2Score4.3k14d adds
40. 40 官 The Realm of Officials 官家天下 Uncle Pie馅饼大叔Urban5.9M WordsOngoing First, this is a genuine political novel, written by one of the genre's most experienced authors. The story is logically sound and highly readable. Quality guaranteed! Second, the story starts at the prefecture-level city from the very beginning. The protagonist will not be sent down to the towns and villages. This book will not spend hundreds of chapters at the township level. Third, there is political maneuvering, economic development, satisfying revenge, and, naturally, personal life as well. 202.6kReads9.3Score16.6k14d adds

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    🔥 A thrilling rebirth story in the officialdom! Starting as a deputy section chief, he rises to the top. In his previous life, he was a pathetic scapegoat for forty years, but after being reborn, he's destined for greatness, riding the economic wave and serving the people! Starting from a deputy section chief, he rewrites his career. A highly rated 9.3, this is an incredibly satisfying read about his rise in the officialdom! 💥

41. 41 重 Reborn with an AI Brain, I Master the Power Game 重生AI大脑玩转权力 Maple on a Sunny Day晴天的枫Urban1.8M WordsCompleted An overworked programmer dies from working overtime and is reborn with an AI brain. In this life, he becomes a child prodigy, builds a business empire before turning 20, then enters politics and uses his resources to climb to the pinnacle of power! 8kReads7.1Score43314d adds

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    This is the book I'm currently following. It was locked down because it got too advanced, so I just got it back online. There have been many changes, but it won't delay your reading.

42. 42 权 The Pinnacle of Power: Secretary Lin Is Desperate to Make a Name for Himself 权力巅峰：林书记他太想出名了 Holly Festival of Fragrant Island香岛的柊祭Urban768k WordsCompleted [(System + Officialdom + Culture and Tourism = Western Development) × (No Female Lead) × (Invincible Protagonist Misunderstood as a Great Figure + Beloved by His Male Colleagues = Lighthearted Fun) = Positive Energy] As ordinary people, all anyone asks for is food, clothing, housing, and transportation. These are the four great burdens of life, the foundation of people's livelihoods. Those in government bear their own responsibilities: healthcare, education, housing, and elder care. These, too, 286Reads6.5Score—14d adds

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    The author of this book led Guangxi's economy to surpass Guangdong's at one point. Do you want to know how he did it?

43. 43 宦 The Official's Path Through the Seas of Bureaucracy 宦海官途 Flirtatious Second Brother风流小二Urban6.5M WordsOngoing Amid the struggles of the workplace and the ways of the world, he holds fast to his sincerity and principles. Through trials and hardships, he handles each matter with calm and steadily moves forward, finding himself through the passage of time and taking each step along the road with care. 499.3kReads9.4Score20.7k14d adds

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    This book is really good! [Heart emoji] [heart emoji]

44. 44 人 Rising Through the Ranks of Officialdom! 人在官场：步步攀升！ Brothers of the Heavenly Emperor天帝兄弟Urban1.4M WordsCompleted Lin Feng was too honest, so his career never advanced. His wife, Zhang Meina, left him for money. Faced with a woman's betrayal and the indifference of friends and family, Lin Feng finally saw the harsh realities of society for what they were. Then, unexpectedly, a major opportunity came his way: Secretary Huang transferred him to Xincheng County to serve as the county Party committee secretary. 625Reads8.8Score18114d adds

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    Excellent, it makes me want to keep reading.

45. 45 背 The Mastermind Behind the Scenes 背后高人 Young Master Huajia花家大少Urban418k WordsCompleted Xu Qiang was framed and sent to prison. There, he met a powerful official who gave him guidance and revealed many secrets to him. After Xu Qiang got out, he rose to great heights in no time... 668Reads—Score—14d adds
46. 46 重 Reborn Gao Yuliang: Getting Younger With Every Year 重生高育良：越活越年青 The Wolf Is Coming狼来咯Male-Channel Fanfiction165k WordsOngoing [In the Name of the People]+ [The Knockout]+ [Gao Yuliang] After being reborn, Gao Yuliang finds himself getting younger by the day, while his political career begins to soar. He reclines in a beauty's lap and rules the world when he wakes. 20Reads8.7Score—14d adds
47. 47 重 Reborn in 1996: Starting by Revitalizing a Poor Town 重生96：从振兴贫困镇开始 Shrimp at Play in Shallow Water浅水戏虾Urban7.2M WordsOngoing "If it benefits the nation, I will give my life, so why should I shy away from danger or fortune?" Only after spending half his life amid the ups and downs of officialdom did Zhou Pengcheng realize that some opportunities, once missed, become lifelong regrets. As the tide of the times surged forward, he returned to the crucial moment when he graduated from party school. Determined not to repeat his past mistakes, Zhou Pengcheng chose to take root in a poor, remote countryside and face the countl 24.7kReads8.5Score81214d adds
48. 48 黑 The Black Man 黑汉 Young Master Huajia花家大少Urban176k WordsCompleted We are a black male tribe. Neither dazzling nor romantic. Yet black itself is our precious glory! This is a story about the black earth and its little-known past. 92Reads—Score—14d adds
49. 49 权 A Benefactor on the Road to Power 权路贵人 Young Master Huajia花家大少Urban1.6M WordsCompleted After a junior employee named Ye Dong impresses his superiors with an outstanding performance, he earns their favor and begins climbing the ladder. The workplace is rife with undercurrents, and family feuds never cease. He proceeds cautiously, establishes himself amid complicated power games, and ultimately turns his life around! 6.2kReads8.6Score45714d adds
50. 50 一 Upright and Righteous, I Stand Between Heaven and Earth 一身正气立天地 This Young Gentleman Is Polite 0小生有礼0Urban743k WordsOngoing On the chessboard of power, the word “official” is like a subtle game piece, its two mouths concealing endless wisdom and mystery. One mouth represents the art of speech: an official must be eloquent, choosing every word with care and using wisdom to guide public opinion. The other represents the art of socializing, building connections over food and drink. But remember, never cross the line or take a single cent of the people's hard-earned money. These meals are not merely a matter of culture, —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    I think this is the best novel about officialdom to date, provided you can understand it and read it patiently.

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