Top-Tier Political Intrigue (Beginners Beware) 顶级官场文（新手勿入）

1. 201 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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   The plot is good, and it's an exposé of officialdom without any cuckoldry! One look and you'll find yourself completely oblivious to music!

2. 202 权 The Ladder of Power: It All Starts with a Phone Call 权力阶梯：从一通电话开始 Lounging by the Sunny Window晴窗闲卧Urban921k WordsOngoing Upright and incorruptible, yet skilled in the art of taking the indirect route. Cleansing the murky currents, he is even better at planning ahead and breaking deadlocks. Li Yulin is a lone, courageous cadre. He presses on against the tide, refusing to give an inch! He swears to let the light of justice pierce the dark web of power! 9Reads6.1Score—Shelves

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   The hidden power of connections in officialdom! Zhang Jingye's political protection, the tacit support of high-level officials, and the endorsement of cross-departmental cooperation demonstrate the importance of "backing and discretion" in officialdom; he was by no means fighting alone.

3. 203 乡 Village Little Miracle Doctor: Specializing in Treating All Kinds of Defiance 乡村小神医。专治各种不服 Young Master Huajia花家大少Urban175k WordsCompleted Lin Dahai, a country doctor with exceptional medical skills, specializes in treating all kinds of difficult and unusual illnesses. He also cures the village chief’s wife, making a name for himself in the village and becoming utterly unstoppable. Thus begins his road to a comeback. 30Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 204 女 My Female Boss Helps Me Rise to the Top 女领导带我平步青云 Listening to Snow in a High Tower高楼听雪Urban1.2M WordsCompleted Yang Guang's powerful backer got into trouble. From then on, he had no one to rely on. At the lowest point in his life, he unexpectedly saved a mysterious woman, who helped him rise to success and thrive at every turn. 3.3kReads7.5Score319Shelves
5. 205 意 After Accidentally Saving a Leader's Secretary, I Race to the Top 意外救下领导秘书后，我一路狂飙 Little Lailai, Big Lanelan小赖赖大懒懒Urban259k WordsCompleted Ye Dongcheng, an ordinary young man who entered government service after graduating from Southeast University, had been quietly working in officialdom while holding on to his ambitions. But the gears of fate suddenly shifted because of a good deed his father did. One day, his father accidentally rescued a mysterious middle-aged man and received an inconspicuous USB drive in return. Who could have imagined that this drive would be like a key opening Pandora's box, drawing the Ye family into a sho 131Reads7.7Score—Shelves

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   Recommended, a very good and engaging novel about officialdom.

6. 206 官 A Lucky Man Destined for a Smooth Rise to the Top 官缘之平步青云直上的幸运儿 Little Lailai, Big Lanelan小赖赖大懒懒Urban1.5M WordsCompleted Yang Wei was an obscure civil servant until an unexpected emergency arose. Without a moment's hesitation, he risked his life to rescue the people from danger. His bravery earned him the high regard and trust of his superiors, who sent him to serve in Dahe Town. There, he made full use of the area's unique resources, leading the villagers down the road to prosperity. By chance, Yang Wei uncovered a secret hidden by someone close to him. To reveal the truth behind this mystery, he had to put himse 194Reads9.2Score117Shelves
7. 207 副 Deputy County Chief: Power Comes with the Posting 副县长：挂职即掌权 Maple Evening Person枫晚人Urban294k WordsCompleted With a single transfer order, he arrived in the county seat from above. In the undercurrents of grassroots politics, Xiao Yan kept a low profile, concealing his strengths and moving carefully, step by step. He cracked down on coal-mine abuses, tore apart a web of vested interests, and swept away long-standing local ills. Though temporarily assigned to the post, he broke deadlocks, took real power, and reshaped the political landscape. A young man with the heart of a great bird, he rose from humb 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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   I think either is fine.

8. 208 成 The Mature Landlady 成熟的老板娘 Young Master Huajia花家大少Urban1.6M WordsOngoing For the sake of keeping the family fortune all to himself, Liang Dashan hatched a vicious scheme to frame his wife, Du Xue. Faced with her husband’s ruthless plotting, Du Xue fought back from the brink. She turned people’s motives to her advantage and used his own tactics against him, unraveling every conspiracy by playing along, and ultimately leaving the traitor with nothing but the clothes on his back! 30.2kReads7.9Score1.6kShelves
9. 209 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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   Excellent, highly recommended!

10. 210 红 Crimson Lips, Blazing Passion 红唇烈焰 Young Master Huajia花家大少Urban2.0M WordsCompleted A handsome loser and a cold, aloof female boss. When these two rivals cross paths, they act out a romantic tale of love, revenge, and sweet satisfaction. Office intrigue, cutthroat business, and political scheming are all handled with ease. If you want a story full of twists and excitement, come read The Strongest Man in the City. 33kReads9.0Score2.6kShelves
11. 211 名 In the Name of the People: I Take Over Qi Tongwei's Body, and the Handong University Crew Answers to Me 名义：魂穿祁同伟汉大帮我说了算 No Love in This World, Crossing the Mortal Realm人间无爱渡红尘Male-Channel Fanfiction1.8M WordsOngoing Transmigrating into In the Name of the People as Qi Tongwei, he starts by punching Liang Lu and kicking Liang Ping. In this life, I, Qi Tongwei, will not kneel. Whether it's Liang Lu or Liang Qunfeng, don't even think you can make me bow my head again! In Handong, what I say goes! 14.6kReads7.0Score659Shelves

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    [Smirking][Angry][Thumbs up]

12. 212 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

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    😫😫

13. 213 不 Wait, How Did I Become a District Party Secretary?! 不是！我怎么就成了区委书记呢？ I Like My Tofu Pudding Spicy豆腐脑我吃麻辣Urban252k WordsCompleted An ordinary man transmigrates into a parallel-world version of Huaxia and becomes a district committee secretary. Fortunately, he brought a golden finger with him. And so begins his career, combining the life of an ordinary man with the job of a district committee secretary. “Actually, my biggest dream is to take my wife and kids traveling all over Huaxia. Just look at me now! How am I supposed to find time to spend with the three of them?” 812Reads6.4Score—Shelves
14. 214 重 Living Again, I’ll Choose My Own Life 重活一次我要选择自己的人生 Put Pen to Paper, Claim the Land提笔圈地Urban2.3M WordsCompleted Reborn in 2005, Li Yifei awakens an extraordinary ability: perfect recall! From an ordinary student from a poor family, he rises to become the top scorer in both the high school and college entrance exams. He earns three top-tier doctoral degrees in four years and makes a fortune of tens of billions on the stock market! At 23, he's a phantom in the world of finance, yet he turns around and knocks on the door to a career in government, becoming the youngest government trainee in history! In the d 34.9kReads7.8Score3kShelves
15. 215 官 Officialdom: I Can Hear People's Thoughts, and I'm on a Rampage! 官场：能听见心声的我，杀疯了！ Liu Chenxiang of the Kang Family's Grand Manor康家大庄园的刘沉香Urban229k WordsCompleted My new work is out! You can read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you’ll enjoy it. Your support is what motivates me to write, and I’ll do my best to tell every story well! 126Reads6.4Score—Shelves

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    I think it's pretty good; it has both new and old books.

16. 216 权 The Pinnacle of Power: Starting as a County Party Secretary's Secretary 权力巅峰：从县委秘书开始 Duan Ming, Who Loves Xiang Shen喜欢香神的段明Urban713k WordsCompleted In his previous life, Qi Yang was investigated by an inspection team and died as a result. There must have been a shocking conspiracy behind it. In this life, Qi Yang starts out as a county committee secretary and cuts his way through every obstacle, rising step by step. He makes his mark in the game of power, ultimately avenging himself and reaching the pinnacle of power. 317Reads—Score—Shelves
17. 217 官 The Pinnacle of the Official Road: Three Parts Jiangning, Step by Step on Thin Ice 官路巅峰之三分江宁：步步惊心 Zhang Dali, Bursting with Bullish Energy牛气冲天的张大力Urban126k WordsCompleted Jiangning is divided three ways: the Zhang family holds power, the Bao family controls the money, and the Chen family runs the show. Everyone has met someone who came from the bureaucracy. A pit every three steps, a trap every five. No one has ever made it out of this game of Jiangning alive. Lin Bai tells Liu Xin: If the whole world betrays you, I'll betray the whole world for you. This book is for everyone in the system who lies awake, restless and turning over in bed. For those forced to ben 110Reads—Score—Shelves

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    All are good books, about officialdom.

18. 218 铁 Blood and Iron at the Border: Code Name Shadow Hunter 铁血边关：代号猎影 Spring Breeze Leaves No Trace 007春风了无痕007Urban224k WordsCompleted [Secret Agent] + [Special Forces] Lin Feng, the Northwest's top sniper, could take down an enemy with a single shot. But after his comrades framed him, he was saddled with the charge of treason and became a wanted fugitive along the border. His comrades were killed, the evidence was stolen, and layer upon layer of deadly threats drove him to flee into the Gobi Desert. A USB drive held a shocking secret: senior officers at the brigade headquarters had colluded with a smuggling syndicate. An ambus 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I recommend this book to everyone.

19. 219 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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    It's so beautiful!!!

20. 220 官 Climbing the Official Ladder: From Assistant to the Finance Bureau Director 官梯：从财政局局长助理开始 Are the Plum Blossoms in My Hometown Blooming?故乡的梅花开了吗Urban231k WordsOngoing A new novel from the author of Officially, an old hand. Everyone is welcome to come read it. Thank you for your support! Your support motivates me to write, and I’ll do my best to make every story a good one! 109Reads—Score117Shelves

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    This book is good and worth recommending.

21. 221 官 The Official Road: Great Wisdom 官道：大智慧 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban451k WordsOngoing [Authentic Political Drama + Inspirational + Political Intrigue + Business Warfare + A Sense of Justice] After spending so many years in government, Liang Guofeng has long since learned the philosophy of officialdom: A single transfer order sends Liang Guofeng to work in the southern province. He hoped to make a difference, but instead found himself constantly caught in traps and suppressed! A new place, a new environment, and a new job bring all kinds of trials. Every step is perilous, but ever 2kReads6.2Score195Shelves

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    Absolutely brilliant! Fantastic!

22. 222 重 Back on the Road to Office: Making Waves in Legal and Political Circles 重走官途之在政法圈风生水起 Wei Taiyue魏太岳Urban669k WordsCompleted First, there are no melodramatic plots built around a reborn protagonist’s foreknowledge. The story closely reflects the realities of officialdom, with strong logic and a clear central plot. Second, it fills a gap in rebirth novels by exploring legal and political subject matter, offering an in-depth look at political maneuvering and rhetorical tactics from within the legal and political system. Third, it avoids the multiple-heroines trope. Most rebirth stories feature several heroines, which fe 417Reads5.5Score—Shelves

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    Never mind, this short essay was written especially for you. These novels unfold like a delicate and realistic scroll painting of officialdom, slowly revealed by the author's pen. The protagonist, initially full of lofty ambitions and adhering to principles, gradually transforms under the grind of reality, and the struggles and choices along the way are thought-provoking. The novels vividly portray the interpersonal relationships and profit-seeking mentality in officialdom, allowing us to see the complexity and helplessness of officialdom. It is not just a novel about officialdom, but also a profound insight into human nature and social reality, leaving the reader feeling as if they have undergone a spiritual baptism after reading it. It vividly depicts the open and covert struggles, deceit and treachery in officialdom, as well as the difficult choices between power and principles. The characters in the book are well-developed, and the plot is full of ups and downs, making the reader feel as if they are in that officialdom world full of challenges and opportunities. At the same time, it also prompts us to think deeply about the value of life and the bottom line of morality, making it a masterpiece worth reading repeatedly. It vividly portrays the ecology of officialdom from the grassroots to the provincial level, taking us into a world of officialdom full of power struggles and the coldness and warmth of human relationships. Every promotion and every political upheaval is vividly portrayed. The characters are diverse, and other officials at all levels are brought to life by the author. This is not just a novel, but also a window into understanding officialdom.

23. 223 寒 A Humble Family’s Path to Officialdom, Part One 寒门仕途【一】 Yan Yunfei闫云飞Urban1.4M WordsCompleted New Book: The Humble Official’s Path [Realistic Period Drama] [Rise from Poverty] [Political Intrigue] [Ambitious Struggle] [Rural Cadres] [Urban Life] In the 1970s, in Xiaochenzhuang, southern Henan, a family of three siblings lives in poverty. They are supported by the state, their father died young, and their mute mother is forced to remarry, leaving them to fend for themselves. The sisters choose Chen Shouzheng to continue his studies, and he devotes himself to his books, eventually becoming 6.8kReads8.8Score652Shelves

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    Top-tier official career novels recommended!

24. 224 二 The Second Secretary 二号秘书 Cultivator of Strange Histories奇史文耕Urban214k WordsCompleted Chen Mo is an ordinary man who studies hard and earns a civil-service post. Starting with routine work at the municipal government, he stands out thanks to his excellent writing skills and tact, eventually becoming the mayor’s secretary. The book is practically a survival manual for government secretaries, offering a detailed look at everything from drafting documents and coordinating meetings to managing relationships with superiors and subordinates and liaising on projects. As the protagonist 7.1kReads7.6Score453Shelves
25. 225 从 Those Who Left the Village 从村里走出去的人们 A Glacier Falls from the Ninth Heaven冰河落九天Urban719k WordsCompleted Meng Ziqiang started out on the village construction crew and became the richest man in Linqu County. After six divorces and seven marriages, he was killed in an explosion on New Year's Eve. Qiao Yu'er entered a business school and escaped her peasant upbringing. Through diligent writing, she began to make a name for herself, then threw herself into politics and set out on a career in government. Wu Yuexia built up a fish farm and fought her way forward, eventually becoming the deputy county mag 62Reads—Score—Shelves

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    I recommend this book. It depicts the small-town officialdom in a county town. There are no grand, dramatic descriptions, only a gentle, narrative that reveals how these people were promoted...

26. 226 男 A Man at Forty 男人四十 Twin Eagles of the Firmament苍穹双鹰Urban4.5M WordsCompleted Betrayed by his sworn brother, saddled with a mountain of debt, and stripped of his high-paying job; betrayed by his wife, left with nothing, and discovering that their fake divorce has become real! See how a forty-year-old man takes revenge and gives those two scoundrels a resounding slap in the face! 1.2kReads8.3Score116Shelves
27. 227 官 Officialdom: Swimming Against the Tide 官场：逆流而上 A Mustard Seed in the Vast Sea沧海之芥Urban854k WordsOngoing Lu Chuan came first in both the written and interview exams for a civil service position, but shady dealings landed him in a remote mountain village, and his girlfriend married someone else. See how Lu Chuan holds fast to his conscience amid power struggles and conspiracies, follows the fire in his heart that drives him to stand up for the people, carves a path through the mud of grassroots life, and climbs step by step to the pinnacle of power. 28.5kReads8.3Score1.6kShelves
28. 228 官 Officialdom: I’m the Strategist Behind the Scenes 官场：我在背后当军师 The God of Heaven Fell in Love with You天神爱上你Urban169k WordsOngoing Li Na was a deputy section chief in the municipal government office. Caught in the treacherous currents of city hall, she held fast to her own principles while others focused on ingratiating themselves with everyone, only to be suppressed by her leaders and colleagues. Her husband, Liu Dehua, could no longer stand by and watch. He began helping Li Na, clearing the way for her rapid rise. She connects the city’s grand plans above with the everyday lives of people at the grassroots below, navigati —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's very good-looking.

29. 229 我 My Wife Is the Chairman's Secretary 我老婆是董事长秘书 Twin Eagles of the Firmament苍穹双鹰Urban267k WordsCompleted To stop my beautiful wife from becoming the chairman's secretary, I even threatened to divorce her. I never expected her to agree! And now, on the road to revenge, there's no stopping me! 2kReads6.3Score104Shelves
30. 230 迷 Turbulent Waves 迷涛 When the Mist Clears, the Rainbow Appears雾散虹现Urban217k WordsCompleted This is a chronicle of a grassroots official's rise and fall, a portrait of county-level officialdom in the 1990s, and, above all, a bittersweet song of an era defined by the struggle between human weakness and steadfastness. When the turbulent waters recede, the embankment still bears the upright figures of those who never bent. 15Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This novel about officialdom incorporates certain real-life prototypes.

31. 231 官 The Road Through Officialdom Begins with Being Reborn 官场征途，从重生开始 Rui Chenyi睿辰怡Urban894k WordsCompleted For love, Chu Haoran chose to become a live-in son-in-law, only to end up behind bars. The day before his release, he was attacked. Given a second chance at life, Chu Haoran chooses to enter politics... 7.2kReads6.5Score567Shelves

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    It seems pretty good; I recommend everyone check it out.

32. 232 火 Fast-Track Promotion 2: The Suspended Fish 火线提拔2悬鱼 Immortal Seeker思仙人Urban405k WordsOngoing (A pure political novel, with no System and no transmigration.) Ten years of drinking ice water cannot cool a heart burning with passion! Not long after Xia Xiang is transferred to Shazhou, a demolition crisis erupts in Xihua District. During the investigation, Xia Xiang discovers that a vast abyss is lurking behind the incident... 57.7kReads8.9Score5kShelves
33. 233 一 A Deputy Section Chief's Siege 一个副科长的围城 City Farmer都市老农Urban535k WordsCompleted You think it’s just a trap, never realizing you’ve already stepped onto the chessboard. Chen Yuan, a cautious deputy section chief in the government offices, leads a life as calm as still water. Then new colleague Lin Xue arrives like a pebble tossed into a stagnant pond. Helping her after she gets drunk, receiving a late-night call for help: step by step, he is drawn into a gentle trap. Fifty thousand yuan in “hush money,” an expensive fountain pen, and intimate photos that “accidentally” get l 44Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Lin Xue didn't push him away; instead, she cried even harder in his arms, as if her pent-up grievances and fear had found an outlet. In the darkness, the two stood embracing. The torrential rain outside the window acted as a barrier, isolating them from the outside world. Chen Yuan could clearly feel the softness and warmth of Lin Xue's body, and smell the fragrance in her hair. His heart pounded like a drum; something long dormant was breaking through the soil.

34. 234 官 A Wild Ride on the Official Road: The Rise and Fall of Qianling 官路狂飙，黔岭浮沉录 Revival Is Underway振兴在路上Urban152k WordsCompleted The central storyline unfolds against a sweeping anti-corruption campaign in Canglan Province. It follows the rise and fall of two “enormously corrupt officials,” Fu Mingyuan and Zheng Ziqiang, contrasting Luo Hao’s descent through opportunism with Shen Weimin’s steadfast service at the grassroots. Foreshadowing that echoes from beginning to end sharpens the heartbreak and makes each triumph explode with impact, exposing the deep-rooted causes of systemic, widespread corruption while showcasing 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This article is cleverly conceived, features vividly portrayed characters, and has a profound theme.

35. 235 绝 A Sliver of Hope in Desperate Straits 绝境方寸 Peaceful Blessing Anfo平安福AnfoSci-Fi & Apocalypse503k WordsOngoing Adult content! Not suitable for younger readers! [Not a power fantasy] [Dark and oppressive] [Realistic drama] [Serious literature] [A woman's growth] [Modern political scene] [No male lead] [Flight from famine] [Patriotism] [Political intrigue] [Career in government] [Anti-corruption] When natural disasters strike, the country urgently launches the "Westward Migration Plan," and the entire nation embarks on a long journey to flee their homes. Guided by a prophetic dream, the female lead stockpi 251Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A story blending a people-centered historical perspective, political intrigue, and bureaucratic maneuvering, this tale recounts how the government led the nation to higher ground after a devastating flood. A truly mind-bending read, suitable for adults with some life experience.

36. 236 宦 Love Amid the Corridors of Power 宦海情途 Boil the Sea into Salt煮海为盐Urban1.0M WordsOngoing After offending his superiors, Zhou Zhiyuan was transferred from the county Party committee office to a remote township. Amid the undercurrents of grassroots politics, he remains humble yet steadfast, puts down roots in the countryside, and plans for development. Through one power struggle after another, he holds true to himself and uses his courage and wisdom to break through and grow. Starting from a small township, he rides the waves and steadily opens a path to success in his political caree 14.2kReads7.6Score1.2kShelves

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    This is good.

37. 237 官 The Official’s Path: A Dragon Soaring to the Heavens 官途之飞龙在天 Old Deep-Sea Monster深海老怪Urban1.7M WordsCompleted Why become an official? For power or money? After graduating from university, Song Qing couldn't find a job. Unexpectedly, the county Party secretary arranged for him to join the civil service through a special recruitment program. Starting as a low-ranking clerk, he devoted himself to serving the people and rose step by step. Only in the end did he discover a shocking secret! 6.9kReads8.9Score667Shelves

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    I think these books are pretty good.

38. 238 先 The Vanguard’s Path 先锋之路 Hermit Cen Zhai岑寨散人Urban9.4M WordsOngoing The conflicts he sets in motion slowly unfold, leading step by step toward secrets buried ever deeper... 1.3kReads7.4Score153Shelves

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    Officialdom novels worth listening to

39. 239 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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    This is a great book that I must recommend; it's truly eye-opening.

40. 240 明 Tales of Mingdu 明都往事 Hong Ming翃洺Urban804k WordsCompleted Spring in Mingdu is always marked by rising winds and falling sand, leaving everything hazy and frustrating. But this year was strange: the wind never came, and summer arrived all at once. The heat was unbearable, and the weather was getting stranger by the day. In the end, I decided to ignore it. I slumped into my office chair, narrowed my eyes at the screen, and mechanically tapped away at the keyboard. Life still had to be lived from nine to five, in a dull, orderly routine. What was there to 370Reads8.0Score—Shelves

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    A realistic and nuanced classic about officialdom. If you're looking for mindless, fast-paced stories like wish fulfillment or rebirth, this is for you!

41. 241 官 The Hidden Rules of Politics 官场暗格 Mist at the Heart's Tip迷雾心尖Urban396k WordsCompleted In July, Yun City sweltered under the heat. The resume of fresh graduate Lin Hao, much like the man himself, was trampled beneath the crowds at the job fair. Graduation led straight to unemployment, and reality weighed heavily on him, until one phone call opened a door: an internship at a subsidiary of the City Investment Group. A monthly salary of 1,750 yuan, with no guarantees and no promises. It was the only straw within reach in his desperate circumstances, and a dusty entrance to an entirel 378Reads—Score—Shelves
42. 242 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

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    Does anyone read fanfiction about "In the Name of the People"?

43. 243 穿 The Woman in High Heels 穿高跟鞋的女人 Mist at the Heart's Tip迷雾心尖Modern Romance206k WordsCompleted Wen Xinzhu, born in the countryside, earns a place in the civil service through her own hard work and becomes a grassroots official in Taohua Town. She thinks that putting on high heels and securing a stable government job will bring her a peaceful life. But the world refuses to stay still. Inside this seemingly glamorous bureaucratic fortress, her beauty becomes her most conspicuous label, and her heaviest burden. Men’s covetous eyes follow her everywhere, while women’s jealousy hides lethal in 96Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 244 8 The Death Pact of 880,000 Brides 88万新娘的死亡契约 Mist at the Heart's Tip迷雾心尖Mystery160k WordsCompleted At a lavish wedding that drew the attention of an entire city, the bride, Lin Yue, wore a custom wedding dress costing 88,000 yuan and held 880,000 yuan in bride price. Yet at the peak of her happiness, she plunged from a height, and the wedding feast became a funeral in an instant! Was it a conspiracy by a wealthy family, or a desperate suicide? Detective Captain Jiang Yuan takes on the case and discovers that the perfect groom, Zheng Yi, has dry eyes, while the mother-in-law, Zhao Shuhui, is t —Reads—Score—Shelves
45. 245 一 I Accidentally Committed a Crime 一不小心犯了罪 Mist at the Heart's Tip迷雾心尖Rural Life243k WordsCompleted In the February chill of Wushi Village, five-year-old Ding Ding lay collapsed in a vegetable patch, her tiny, cold body wrapped in a bright yellow cloak. A rusty nail embedded in her foot, a fatal bruise from a skull fracture at her temple: Detective Jiang Yuan knew at a glance this was no accident, nor a simple act of murder! As the investigation deepened, the case grew shrouded in mystery. Beneath the village entrance’s parasol tree, three black stones had been arranged in a sinister “Three Yi 34Reads—Score—Shelves
46. 246 吾 My County Magistrate Boyfriend Is Growing Up 吾家县长男友初长成 Wan Qian, Who Loves Cantonese Soup爱吃广府汤的万千帝主Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Rural revitalization · Workplace maneuvering · Intellectual romance · Family warmth] [Healing] [A gentle, steady pace] [Leaves a lasting impression] [Public sector] [Contemporary realism] Here, you’ll find: √ How a highly intelligent male and female lead pursue their careers while falling in love √ Solid, compelling depictions of rural revitalization and the political landscape √ Warm, witty, and insightful family life and intergenerational communication √ The respectful, restrained, profound 1.3kReads8.0Score131Shelves

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    After County Magistrate Lu dropped the bombshell on his family, will his pursuit of Gu Miaoshu become more direct and urgent? How will he fight for that "ticket to the door"?

47. 247 官 The Cold and Warmth of the Halls of Power 官场冷暖 The Gao Family of Gaoliang高凉人家Urban802k WordsOngoing Zhang Ming is an ordinary grassroots civil servant. Navigating the gap between personal relationships and the rules, he climbs step by step to the pinnacle of power. This is a story of political maneuvering, difficult choices, and personal redemption. The protagonist, Zhang Ming, starts out as a low-ranking township clerk. After demonstrating extraordinary courage and ability during an unexpected incident, he catches the attention of his superiors. In the treacherous world of officialdom, he 22Reads6.8Score100Shelves

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    This book is slow but detailed, and you can learn a lot from it. It's a good read if you take the time to read it. A masterpiece, I recommend everyone to check it out. [Kissing emoji]

48. 248 重 Reborn, I Rise to the Clouds as a Selected Cadre 重生后我以选调生身份平步青云 Ci Xuan辞轩Urban448k WordsOngoing Liu Huaimin, a fifty-eight-year-old grassroots public servant, spent twenty-seven years in his post before reaching the end of his life with a heart full of regret. In his previous life, an unjust case tied to an engineering project brought tremendous hardship upon his family. His loved ones suffered one misfortune after another, leaving him with a lifelong burden he could never put aside. As he lay dying, he opened his eyes once more, only to find himself back in the dormitory at Beichen Univer 773Reads—Score103Shelves

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    I'll add this political novel to my bookshelf and check it out first!

49. 249 官 Temptation in the Political Arena 官场诱惑 China QQ中国扣扣Urban783k WordsCompleted From the grassroots to the top, from integrity to losing one's way: the ultimate struggle over desire, conscience, and career advancement. This is a realistic, documentary-style literary work. 37Reads6.7Score—Shelves

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    I only recommend these four books!

50. 250 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 4.8kReads7.6Score461Shelves

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    Multiple female leads, starting from the bottom and rising to the top~

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