Looking for Historical Romance. No Rebirth, No Marriage-First Romance 求古代言情 不要重生 不要先婚后爱

1. 1 谁 Whose Favored Concubine Doesn't Get Herself Killed? 谁家宠妾不作死啊 Cai Wangwang菜汪汪Ancient Romance1.1M WordsCompleted Pei Shiyuan had always thought that, as a concubine-born daughter, she thrived at her family home because she knew a little tea ceremony and all she had to do was flatter her father, the head of the household. She had been quite pleased with herself about it, right up until she entered the Eighth Prince’s household. The Eighth Prince’s mother, the Noble Consort, was so favored that the Empress had no room to stand. His maternal family wielded so much power that the court officials could barely b 77.9kReads9.5Score8kShelves

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   Transmigrated into a book as a favored concubine, she's ready to court death if she doesn't cause trouble! Dear readers, I highly recommend the sweet and romantic historical romance novel, "Whose Favored Concubine Doesn't Court Death?" Pei Shiyuan, a concubine's daughter with exceptional skills in court politics, thought she could live a carefree life at her maternal home, but she ended up in the Eighth Prince's harem. This Eighth Prince, whose mother is the most favored concubine in the harem, whose maternal clan wields immense power, and who himself is showered with favor—a classic villainous character. Pei Shiyuan thought her days might end any day, so she decided to let loose and start causing trouble. But who could have predicted that the Eighth Prince would be so resilient, suddenly deciding to purge the harem? With her skills in court politics and her talent for causing trouble, she was now in a panic.

2. 2 女 The Female Registrar 女掌簿 Hong Cangjiu虹藏九Ancient Romance344k WordsOngoing Fake death + slow burn + a love that grows over time + sincere romance + happy ending [Old, poor, disabled God of War x Young, beautiful killer | Mutual salvation] This story is a very slow burn. Please don't complain if that's not your thing. Just move on. A bloodthirsty noblewoman who has personally killed dozens, and the General of Zhenshuo, who has been falsely accused and imprisoned, struggling to survive, meet in Yuzhang. This is a story of two people finding their way to each other, and o 141Reads—Score—Shelves

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   That one is a perfect match!

3. 3 新 On Our Wedding Night, the Sickly Prince and I Fled Together 新婚夜：我和病娇王爷一起逃婚 Deng Feng灯枫Ancient Romance234k WordsCompleted Yu Jiao transmigrated. That night, dressed in her wedding gown, she hid in an alley and ran into a man in red. “Hey, what a coincidence! Are you running away from your wedding too?” “Yeah.” “I’m marrying Chu Yin. What about you?” “Hah. My name is Chu Yin.” After becoming the wife of a bewitching, sickly prince, Yu Jiao lived in constant fear. Rumor had it the Princess Consort of Yan wouldn’t survive three days. Yu Jiao turned to ask, “How long have we been married?” Chu Yin replied, “Be good, sw 12.9kReads9.3Score1.6kShelves

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4. 4 夜 The Tyrant Uncle Who Visits My Dreams Every Night 夜夜梦见未婚夫的暴君叔叔 Oil-Run Salted Egg咸蛋流油Ancient Romance498k WordsCompleted (Both leads are chaste + she’s his one and only) Yun Si is the legitimate daughter of the prime minister, raised in seclusion. She is gentle, refined, reserved, and proper. After coming of age, she gets engaged. Her fiancé is her cousin, a gentle and refined gentleman, and the current emperor’s nephew. They are a perfect match in status, talent, and beauty. On the night of their engagement, Yun Si dreams of a man pinning her down on a mandarin-duck quilt. His gaze is burning and brazen, as thoug 9.4kReads9.0Score911Shelves

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   First Book: A sweet and romantic historical romance. Yun Si, the eldest daughter of a prime minister, is gentle and quiet. She should be happily married to her cousin, but a dream subtly alters her fate. In the dream, she is forcefully taken by the tyrannical Xie Yan. Upon waking, her heart is stirred. Xie Yan, a lone wolf at the pinnacle of imperial power, suffers from severe headaches that make him tyrannical. Only in his dreams, with Yun Si by his side, can he find a moment of peace. On their wedding day, Xie Yan witnesses Yun Si in her wedding dress. Enraged, he storms into the bridal chamber, declaring that she already belongs to him. Yun Si is startled but not afraid. She knows that although Xie Yan is violent, he is gentle only towards her. From then on, Yun Si and Xie Yan spend their lives together. She uses gentleness to overcome his tyranny, and he repays her with doting affection, promising her a lifetime of prosperity. In the imperial court, Xie Yan was a majestic emperor; in the harem, he bowed down only to Yun Si. Yun Si's smile became the most beautiful scenery in Xie Yan's heart, and their love, like a beautiful tale from an ancient scroll, has been passed down through the ages. A deep affection drawn by a dream, a sweet and doting romance between an emperor and his beloved, awaits your reading. The second book: Warm Crimson Tents, The Mad King's Exclusive Favor. On their wedding day, Yun Luoyu was abducted in the street by the mad regent, Ling Xuan Ye. The world sighed that the delicate flower had fallen into the hands of a demon, but they did not know that the cold-faced Yama in his black robes harbored a burning passion within. She acted obediently and charmingly, like a confidante, while he allowed her to compete in poetry with the emperor and rival the empress dowager in beauty. The world only saw the regent's decisive and ruthless nature, but they did not know that he would write eyebrows for Luoyu late at night and cook soup for his beloved in the morning. Yun Luoyu, hugging the hand warmer and leaning against the window, laughed, "Everyone says Your Highness is a demon, so why are you being used as my footstool?" Ling Xuanye leaned down and bit her earlobe, "Because of your alluring nature, it's the perfect cure for my madness." Later, the Regent chased after a woman, coaxing her softly, "Little Luoyu, let your husband go back to his room, okay?" Yun Luoyu, holding a candied hawthorn, turned around, her eyes sparkling with a triumphant smile. Ling Xuanye pulled his wife and children into his cloak, melting the snow and wind in the city into a gentle touch. From forceful acquisition to willing submission, this battle between the madman and the delicate—who tamed whom? Let's see how innate allure meets obsessive affection, forging the sweetest, most deadly fire.

5. 5 假 Pretending to Be a Lazy Beauty with Bewitching Bones, I Make the Mad Regent Dote on Me, Again and Again 假咸鱼媚骨，疯批摄政王宠宠宠 Tong Yu铜余Ancient Romance291k WordsCompleted [Sweet Romance, Devoted Couple, One-on-One, Funny and Lighthearted, Secret Identity Revealed Later] Yun Luoyu is the legitimate daughter of the Minister of Revenue: beautiful, wealthy, and naturally alluring. She had planned to coast through half her life, but on her wedding day, she was forcibly taken by the mad Prince Regent. From then on, she became his cherished darling, the delight of his bedchamber. She plays sweet and obedient, acts cute, pouts, and cracks jokes. She becomes classmates wi 5.7kReads9.3Score705Shelves
6. 6 妹 Little Sister, Stop Competing. Your Elder Sister Has Married into a Powerful Family 妹妹别斗了，嫡姐已嫁高门 Li Wu礼午Ancient Romance611k WordsCompleted Household intrigue + marriage first, love later + warrior x young woman Synopsis: Xie Yuxi had an excellent marriage prospect. Her unremarkable, illegitimate fiancé was far more impressive than anyone realized: without making a fuss, he had passed the imperial exam and become its top scorer. In the prime of her youth, she would marry a promising man who was everything she could wish for. How enviable. But after he failed to show up for their arranged meeting at a temple, the top scholar sent som 14.6kReads8.9Score1.8kShelves
7. 7 惹 Offending the Imperial Daughter 惹金枝 Kong Liu空留Ancient Romance1.2M WordsCompleted (Film and television rights have been sold. The physical book will be available for preorder on July 10 at 19:00.) Shi Buyu was born smiling. At that moment, lightning flashed and thunder roared, collapsing a row of outbuildings in the Shi family compound. Days of torrential rain brought devastating floods and countless victims. Rumors soon spread through the capital that she was a disaster star sent into the world. But she was as precocious as a demon, with a photographic memory, and learned bo 257.8kReads9.7Score30.2kShelves

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   A mind-bending political intrigue story combined with romance, the male and female leads go from distrust to trust, and finally to love. The plot is fast-paced and engaging—you won't regret watching it! It's already finished!

8. 8 谢 The Xie Family's Short-Lived Son Has Lived to a Hundred 谢家的短命鬼长命百岁了 Yi Ran怡然Ancient Romance2.0M WordsCompleted [Screen adaptation rights sold] The lid of a dead person's coffin won't lie flat because they had an unresolved longing in life. Given time, that longing turns into a demonic obsession, and unless it is resolved, their descendants will suffer. Yan Sanhe's job is to release the dead from their obsessions. One day, she gets hounded by Third Master Xie, who claims to have one. Yan Sanhe says she doesn't deal with the living. Third Master Xie replies, “Everyone says I won't live long. Just think of 125.4kReads9.6Score17kShelves

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   I cry every time I watch "The End of Tang Dynasty" and "Lu Shi".

9. 9 疯 The Mad Tyrant Wants to Steal Her: You’re the One Who Tempted Me First! 疯批权臣夺她，是你先勾我的！ Bright, Gentle Laughter笑语晏晏Ancient Romance429k WordsCompleted [Possessive pursuit + Untouchable beauty brought down from her pedestal + Scheming heroine + Both leads are pure] The eldest son of the Xie family was as refined as a gentle breeze beneath a clear sky, as elegant as an orchid or jade tree, and, more unusually, possessed the heart of a bodhisattva. A year ago, he had taken charge of sheltering a destitute cousin who had come to seek refuge. The rescued Wanruo was deeply grateful, and looked up to and adored her cousin. Their story of a loving bro 244.1kReads9.2Score32.2kShelves

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   This one fits the bill perfectly; the female lead is very clear-headed and knows exactly what she wants.

10. 10 她 She's Too Alluring: The Ascetic Tycoon Falls for Her and Pulls Her Close 她太撩，禁欲大佬沦陷揽细腰 Teng Gu滕谷Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Everyone says the young master of the Yin family is ruthless and calculating, a powerful figure in North City whom no one should ever cross. Yet Jiang Yuanyuan goes out of her way to seduce him. Born with a bewitching allure, she harbors a beast of revenge in her heart. He calls her shameless, yet turns North City upside down for her and sends her enemies straight to hell. She slips away, only for him to hook her back with one hand. His voice is low and husky, simmering with anger. “You flirt wi 23.6kReads9.2Score3.3kShelves

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    Top-tier nobility vs. Innocent, alluring type; a forbidden age gap + a dark political intrigue-driven game of taming by a top leader + deadly hormones! (A shocking conspiracy surfaces) (The following is a separate, unrelated paragraph.)

11. 11 岁 Spring's Joy, Year After Year 岁岁春欢 I Really Love Little Crabs超爱小螃蟹Ancient Romance669k WordsCompleted [The print edition of Years of Spring Joy is now available on all platforms] [Heroine and scumbag reborn + male lead transmigrates + mutual salvation + play the pig to eat the tiger] At seventeen, Shen Jiasui married Lu Yunzheng. The Shen and Lu families were both military dynasties, making them a formidable match. Two years into their marriage, Lu Yunzheng defeated the enemy kingdom and won renown across the land. But the Shen family was condemned for treason and executed to the last member. On 266.6kReads9.6Score31.2kShelves

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    Double Rebirth, Past and Present Lives 1. **Shen Jiasui's Choice** Upon hearing the words "Young Master Lu," Shen Jiasui's heart jolted. The image of Lu Yunzheng's cold, handsome face, and his eyes filled with pain and despair before his death, flashed through her mind. She looked down at her chest, where the lingering pain of being pierced by a sword seemed to still remain. She took a deep breath, trying to calm herself. "Baiji, let's go to Yong'an Hall." Shen Jiasui suddenly stood up, her tone firm. Baiji was taken aback, then smiled, "Miss, didn't you just say you weren't going? Why have you changed your mind?" Shen Jiasui didn't answer, but quickly walked outside. She knew in her heart that she couldn't repeat the same mistakes in this life. Since Heaven had given her a second chance, she had to find out why Lu Yunzheng had died alongside her. Perhaps, this marriage proposal in this life was the key to unraveling the mystery. 2. **Lu Yunzheng's Secret** Shen Jiasui had just arrived outside Yong'an Hall when she heard a deep male voice coming from inside. She quietly hid behind a screen and peeked through the crack. She saw Lu Yunzheng talking to her father, Master Shen. "Uncle Shen, besides proposing marriage, I have another request," Lu Yunzheng said calmly, yet with a hint of barely perceptible tension. Master Shen frowned slightly. "Oh? What is it?" Lu Yunzheng was silent for a moment, then said in a low voice, "Recently, things have been very turbulent in the capital. I suspect someone is secretly plotting a rebellion. The Shen family has been loyal for generations, and I hope Uncle Shen will be extra careful, especially... Miss Shen." Shen Jiasui's heart skipped a beat upon hearing this. So, behind Lu Yunzheng's marriage proposal lay such a secret. Recalling their tragic deaths in her previous life, she suddenly realized that perhaps their deaths weren't simple acts of fratricide, but rather a setup and a trap. She clenched her fists and secretly vowed: in this life, she would uncover the truth and never let the tragedy repeat itself.

12. 12 重 Reborn: I Flirted the Gloomy Regent into a Daze 重生后，阴鸷摄政王被我撩晕了 Heart Yearning for Gardenias心向往栀Ancient Romance556k WordsCompleted "Print edition available for preorder October 24 at 7 p.m.!" "Black Lotus Beauty of a Princess & the Grim, Ruthless Regent" [Two Powerful Leads + Sweet Romance + Devoted Couple + Putting Scumbags in Their Place] Zhixian was the sharpest blade at the side of the Third Prince of Nanzhao, eliminating every obstacle in his bid for the throne. But on the day he was named crown prince, she met her end. "Zhixian, if you want to blame someone, blame yourself for knowing too much." Xuan Yuan Heng wiped t 32.9kReads9.3Score3.3kShelves

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    *Yun Yuan Gui* (also known as *Yun Luan Gui*) is an ancient romance novel written by Xin Xiang Wang Zhi. Here are some reasons to recommend it: Rebirth, Revenge, and a Powerful Duo: The novel is set against the backdrop of rebirth. The female protagonist, Zhi Xian, was a thorn in the side of the third prince of Nanzhao Kingdom in her previous life, but was killed for knowing too much. After being reborn, she becomes Princess Qingyi Jiang Yunxi of Beiyao Kingdom, a woman of noble status and exceptional beauty and talent. This rebirth setting gives the female protagonist a powerful drive for revenge, and the plot is full of twists and surprises. The male protagonist, Xiao Jinyi, is a ruthless and cunning regent, forming a powerful duo with the female protagonist. Through mutual testing and cooperation, they gradually develop feelings for each other. This powerful duo setting makes the romantic storyline more evenly matched and full of tension. A Sweet and Heartbreaking Romance: The novel's romance combines sweet moments with heart-wrenching elements. After her rebirth, the female protagonist, relying on her memories of her past life and her own wisdom, embarks on a sweet and flirtatious battle with the male protagonist, a tale of revenge against villains. The relationship between the two evolves from initial mutual exploitation to gradual falling in love, culminating in a united fight for revenge. The plot is full of twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. Character Development and Growth: • The female protagonist, Jiang Yunxi, is resilient and intelligent. After her rebirth, she not only retains her martial arts skills from her previous life but also cleverly conceals her true strength, presenting herself as a frail beauty. She grows continuously during her revenge, demonstrating formidable wisdom and courage. • The male protagonist, Xiao Jinyi, is a complex and multifaceted character. He appears cold on the outside but possesses a soft heart and unwavering principles. The two grow gradually through mutual influence, a character development trajectory that resonates deeply with readers. Tight Plot and Thrilling Response: • The novel boasts a tight plot, fast pace, and numerous plot twists and surprises. The female protagonist not only successfully punishes her enemies but also finds love during her revenge, a thrilling plot design that keeps readers engrossed. • The book also incorporates elements of family affections and political intrigue, enriching the story and allowing readers to experience both the sweetness of love and the brilliance of political maneuvering. If you enjoy novels that blend rebirth, revenge, sweet romance, and political intrigue, then "Yun Yuan Gui" is definitely worth reading! @⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Recommended

13. 13 今 Jinjin, You Have Captured My Heart 今今绾君心 Yu Yang Xiaohe鱼羊小和Ancient Romance604k WordsCompleted [Level 1: Devoted couple, sweet romance, an eight-year age gap, happy ending] [Bright and alluring orphan of a military family vs. cool and noble Crown Prince] A war breaks out. Song Zhiwan is the only living person Xiao Yan finds amid mountains of corpses. He sees her as the hope of the countless fallen soldiers and brings her back to the Eastern Palace. He pities her and spoils her until she can do whatever she likes, letting her throw tantrums and roll around on top of him. When the Princess 12kReads8.9Score1.1kShelves

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    The female lead is the only daughter of a general, but both her parents died in battle. She was found and raised in the Eastern Palace by the Crown Prince, who dotes on her! The male lead is also the Crown Prince; he's aloof and cold in front of others, but incredibly doting on the female lead.

14. 14 在 A Hundred Ways to Win the Emperor's Heart in the Harem 在后宫征服皇帝的一百个技巧 Cai Wangwang菜汪汪Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Ever since entering the palace, Yun Li has become a shameless schemer. Two-faced and insincere, she puts on an act every day. When dealing with the emperor’s favorite consort, she tears into her until she’s furious, then clutches her chest with a wounded look and says, “I’m so envious that His Majesty dotes on you.” When someone tries to frame her, she casually slaps them, then bursts into tears. “Why would you treat a kind person like me this way?” When speaking with the empress, she nods absen 12.2kReads9.5Score1.4kShelves

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    A scheming concubine puts on a dramatic show, sweetness overload warning! Family members, you absolutely must read the superb ancient-style sweet romance novel, "The Beloved Concubine is Too Charming"! The heroine, Yun Li, transforms into a "top-tier tea master" upon entering the palace, embracing her "scumbag woman" persona. Facing the favored concubine, she can berate her and then feign weakness; when framed, she slaps her and then cries her heart out. She flatters the Empress, but is actually inattentive; yet, in front of the Emperor, she's as docile as a lamb, showering him with sweet words, her inner monologue being, "I'm just putting on an act."

15. 15 陆 President Lu, Stop Acting So Arrogant. Miss Jian Is Engaged to President Gu 陆总别傲了，简小姐和顾总订婚了 Just a Water Bottle就是一水瓶Modern Romance467k WordsCompleted [Love after marriage + regret and groveling + sweet romance + devoted to each other] Three days before their engagement, Lu Chengze leaves Jian Yao to visit a delicate beauty and announces he might not make it back in time for the ceremony. After drinking herself senseless for a night, Jian Yao stops the young heir of the capital’s most powerful family as he passes by. “Get engaged to me.” Everyone knows Lu Chengze means everything to Jian Yao. They assume she’s only acting out in a fit of anger 6.8kReads9.1Score743Shelves

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    [Recommendation] "Don't Be Arrogant, Mr. Lu, Miss Jian and Mr. Lu Are Engaged"—A sweet and doting post-marital story where the aloof Mr. Lu transforms into a doting husband! 💕 Remember that misunderstanding under the neon lights of the dance floor? Mr. Lu, his face pale and his lips broken, clearly said, "You've mistaken me for someone else," yet he still carefully helped the tipsy Jian Yao. Who would have thought that the aloof and distant man would become such a doting husband after marriage! 👀 After marriage, Mr. Lu completely shed his arrogant mask, finding new ways to make Jian Yao happy every day. When Jian Yao casually mentioned wanting desserts from the west side of the city, Mr. Lu drove there himself without hesitation; when Jian Yao stayed up late watching dramas, he silently stayed with her until dawn, grumbling, "It's bad for your eyes"; when Jian Yao was sick with a fever, he stayed by her bedside without leaving her side, even canceling company meetings. 💑 The sweetest part is that CEO Lu secretly commissioned a pair of wedding rings, each engraved with "Yao Yao's Exclusive" on the inside. On their wedding anniversary, he knelt down on one knee and proposed to her again: "This time, you haven't mistaken me for someone else." 😭 From misunderstanding to love, from arrogance to doting affection, CEO Lu and Jian Yao's married life is incredibly sweet! Come and enjoy the sweetness together! 🍬 #SweetRomance #MarriedLife #CEOLuDontBeArrogant

16. 16 小 A Little Zombie Went Looking for Brains, Ended Up in the 1970s, and Joined the Army 小丧尸找脑子找到七零后，随军了 Nine Meows Have Something to Say九喵有言Modern Romance1.9M WordsCompleted [Island military romance + transmigration + super-brain genius + special abilities + real and fake heiresses] Zhou Shi is a zombie with brains. She pushes a shopping cart around looking for supplies. Because humans say that if you have food, you have nothing to fear. She uses her brain as a mouth to talk, because she’s heard that if you don’t use your brain, it’ll rust. Her goal in zombie life is to become the most high-class Zombie Queen. High-class means pretty and smart. So this little zombie 13.9kReads9.3Score1.5kShelves
17. 17 与 With Jin Chang’an (Based on the Screen Adaptation Starring Song Yi and Cheng Lei) 与晋长安（宋轶、丞磊主演影视原著） Jiu Lu Feixiang九鹭非香Ancient Romance155k WordsCompleted The hit drama starring Song Yi and Cheng Lei is now airing! A beloved historical romance by Jiu Lu Fei Xiang! Female general vs. puppy-like boy. The child she casually picked up turns out to have two sides? A cold little gentleman by day, a loyal black knight by night. Is he a puppy turning into a wolf, and which side is the real him? A tale of love and hate between a female general and the heir of an enemy state! Li Shuang, the adopted daughter of a great general, guards the borders of the Grea 5.8kReads9.6Score929Shelves

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    I also enjoy historical romance novels, and I don't particularly like the reincarnation theme. I feel that reincarnation only allows the protagonist to know more, but it doesn't change their intelligence, so it feels disjointed. The following books are worth checking out if you're interested; they're all pretty good! Besides these, I'd also like to recommend a book I read many years ago, *Little Monk, Please Help*. I can't find it here, but I found it very enjoyable when I read it. It has elements of suspense and crime-solving, and the characters are very well-developed. [Sparrow's Masterpiece]

18. 18 小 The Little Highness Has a Screw Loose 小殿下他脑子有坑 I Eat Pomelos Without Spitting Out the Pith吃柚子不吐皮吖Ancient Romance295k WordsCompleted [Sweet, bold, and outspoken young princess X gentle, seemingly innocent but secretly calculating young prince] Shi Sui transmigrated into the heroine of a classic tragic romance. In the original, the male and female leads' melodramatic love story tortured them from the first chapter to the penultimate one, and still ended in a tragic finale. Shi Sui: Bye-bye, then. I'll pick the devoted second male lead. Basically, it's a story about a laid-back girl using her wonderfully quirky imagination to s 12.5kReads9.5Score1.7kShelves
19. 19 缚 Bound by Spring 缚春情 Ren Huanyou任欢游Ancient Romance603k WordsCompleted [The print edition is available on the homepage; film and television rights have been sold] The Jiang and Song families have been close for generations, and Song Wan was betrothed to Jiang Xingjian before she was even born. They grew up together, but she was confined to the inner quarters, where everything she learned was meant to prepare her to become a Jiang family wife. The young man was dashing and ambitious. Before he had even turned twenty, he went off to the frontier to make his name. Bef 92kReads9.6Score12.3kShelves
20. 20 新 On Our Wedding Night, My Substitute Bride Doctor Pulled a Bomb from Her Bodice 新婚夜，替嫁医妃从怀里掏出一枚炸弹 Feng Yi枫怡Ancient Romance1.4M WordsCompleted Murong Wan, a top physician of the twenty-first century, transmigrates and finds herself with a father who doesn't care for her and a stepmother who doesn't love her. The emperor thinks she's stupid and ugly, so he grants her a blind prince instead, calling them “a match made in heaven”! But with a mysterious pocket dimension at her disposal, the world is hers! He thinks she's stupid? No matter. One day, she'll have him wrapped around her little finger. He thinks she's ugly? No worries. One day, 1.6kReads9.0Score178Shelves

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    It's really good. I don't usually write reviews, but it's really well-written. I highly recommend listening to the audiobook.

21. 21 勾 Flirt with the Crown Prince, Become His Favorite Consort? A Piece of Cake 勾太子，宠妃？顺手的事儿 Snowy Dudu雪之嘟嘟Ancient Romance418k WordsCompleted [Sweet romance, sweet romance, sweet romance! We’ll say it three times because it’s important] She transmigrated? And became a favored concubine to the Crown Prince of the Jun Kingdom? After waking up one day, Mu Wantang finds herself inside a wish-fulfillment novel she had read recently, as the Crown Prince’s beloved concubine. Jun Chengyan, the Crown Prince of the Jun Kingdom and The Outcast, is breathtakingly handsome, elegant, and incomparably noble. The original owner was beautiful, but not 24.6kReads9.1Score2.5kShelves

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    Wow, that's awesome! 😏😏😏

22. 22 小 The Palace Maid Is Soft and Sweet, and the Emperor Cherishes Her 小宫女又软又娇，皇上宠她入骨 Silver Charm银娇Ancient Romance530k WordsCompleted [HE; a cold, powerful emperor VS a carefree little palace maid, not both virgins] A Zhi grew up in the palace and knew all its twists and turns. Her goal was clear: eat well and wait to die! Who could have guessed that one day, while delivering a meal, she would catch the emperor’s eye? Terrified, A Zhi packed her little bundle that very night, determined to make a run for it at dawn! But before she could get away, she and her pitifully small bundle were sent straight to Taihe Palace. Only after 20.9kReads9.2Score2.1kShelves
23. 23 古 A Cozy Life in an Ancient Farming Village 古代农家温馨日常 Faan Who Loves Water-Boiled Water Chestnuts爱吃白水煮荸荠的法恩Ancient Romance312k WordsCompleted The everyday struggles of a local couple, warm and sweet, with no nasty relatives. It’s all about ordinary working people striving to build a good life. A pretty, capable young woman from Li Village marries a hardworking, ambitious young man from Wang Village. 1.8kReads8.7Score101Shelves
24. 24 簪 The Record of Hairpins (Complete in 4 Volumes) 簪中录（全4册） A Chilly Breeze on Either Side侧侧轻寒Mystery992k WordsCompleted The little red fish Agashnie, which feeds on human blood; the mysterious talisman that had followed Li Shubai for years; Empress Wang, the peerless beauty of the Daming Palace; three clusters of doodles written by the late emperor himself before his death; a marriage contract made with Wang Yun in their youth... Every mystery returns to its point of origin. Every choice remains beyond anyone’s control, as impossible to resist or escape as fate itself. Yang Chonggu has returned to the palace and 17.3kReads9.7Score2.8kShelves

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    I can skip romance, but I have to read the first novel every day! The male and female leads have a three-lifetime romance; if you don't cry while reading it, you're awesome! 👍🏻 The male lead sacrifices so much for the female lead, and sometimes the female lead is so oblivious, it really infuriates me! The female lead is nicer to the second male lead in the beginning, so if you don't like that, avoid it—there are a lot of misunderstandings. It's a bit of a tale of finding sweetness amidst hardship, and there's a substitution trope, but the writing is truly excellent. The second book is a detective suspense novel with two strong leads. The female lead is a wanted criminal at the beginning, and she follows the male lead to solve her own case. The male lead has a great sense of the big picture, which I really like. The cases are ingeniously designed, and there's a great atmosphere-maker. The later books are all top-tier, and I especially love the fourth one. Each character is unique and meticulously described; each could easily stand on its own. It's more like an ensemble piece, but it doesn't lower your intelligence; everyone's smart. Highly recommended! The third book, a perennial number one bestseller, is a time-travel story with two strong protagonists and a strong overall perspective. There's even a TV series adaptation available to watch simultaneously – Spring Banquet. It's also related to a historical anecdote. The story revolves around the arrogant Prince Ziyang and the tyrant of the capital, Li Huaiyu. It's sweet and reassuring. The last book is about me and my uncle getting together?! Enough said, just read it!

25. 25 惜 Cherishing Flowers 惜花芷 Kong Liu空留Ancient Romance1.5M WordsCompleted [The original novel behind the TV adaptation starring Hu Yitian and Zhang Jingyi] After keeping her talents hidden for fifteen years, Hua Zhi thought she could spend her life as a proper aristocratic young lady, living in peace. But when the Hua family’s fortunes collapse, she has no choice but to reveal her sharp edge and hold the storm-tossed household together. Being out in public becomes the norm, and so does galloping through the streets. When all else fails, she even carries a coffin on he 18.6kReads9.6Score4.2kShelves

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    Two words: beautiful

26. 26 重 Reborn, I Married the Powerful Regent 重生后，嫁给权倾天下的摄政王 Wen Liu温流Ancient Romance2.2M WordsCompleted Wen Jiu woke up reborn at fifteen, only to find her sworn enemy arriving with a bridal sedan to marry her?! Luckily... He was only there to escort his sickly younger brother's bride. Wen Jiu knew her fiancé was short-lived, that the Xie family would one day be a house of powerful nobles, and that the young man before her would become a regent with power over the entire court... With her heart pounding, Wen Jiu secretly tried to win over the future regent. “I'll earn the money and support the 1kReads9.1Score204Shelves
27. 27 春 Spring Banquet 春日宴 Egrets in Pairs白鹭成双Ancient Romance664k WordsCompleted She kept male favorites and toyed with powerful ministers! For eight years, the arrogant and tyrannical Princess Danyang, Li Huaiyu, wreaked havoc across the court and country. She died on the day the new emperor ascended the throne, bleeding from every orifice in a truly gruesome death. The officials celebrated and the people rejoiced: Evil gets what it deserves! Good riddance! Yet on the seventh day after her death, Princess Danyang returned to life in the body of the Bai family’s Fourth Mis 13.6kReads9.4Score2.3kShelves
28. 28 重 Reborn: The Poison Consort Throws the World Into Chaos 重生毒妃祸乱天下 Misty Rain over a Fragrant Riverbank烟雨芳汀Ancient Romance1.6M WordsCompleted Reborn, Mu Yunyao lives by three rules: First, don’t be kind to people. Second, pull out the weeds by the roots. Third, never believe in true love. Whoever blocks her path to wealth, she’ll destroy their way of life! Whoever dares to bully her, she’ll rip out their tendons and break their bones! As she avenges her past life and searches for her true family, her delicate hands stir up a storm. She thought being cold and hard-hearted suited her just fine. She never expected a cold-faced prince to 413Reads9.1Score102Shelves
29. 29 穿 Transmigrating to Ancient Times: The Sharp-Tongued Doctor Is Not to Be Trifled With 穿越古代：毒舌医妃不好惹 Chichi de Luosa嗤嗤的洛萨Ancient Romance595k WordsCompleted [Medicine + pocket dimension + powerful hero and heroine + modern woman transmigrates to ancient times, one-on-one romance, both devoted to each other, no melodrama] Jiang Xiyue is a renowned modern doctor with exceptional medical skills. By a twist of fate, she transmigrates to ancient times and becomes the third daughter of the Prime Minister's household. Everyone says Third Miss Jiang bullies her sisters, has no talent, and lacks virtue. In reality, she's a punching bag whom neither her fathe 127Reads7.5Score—Shelves

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    Every world starts with a high-energy premise! The female protagonist, with her superb medical skills and sharp tongue, slaps down scumbags and turns the tables against all odds! From a discarded concubine in the cold palace to a powerful figure in the court, from a useless illegitimate daughter to a legendary doctor, the plot is incredibly satisfying! The male protagonist's identity is shrouded in mystery, and he dotes on his wife in every world. The two join forces, taking down scumbags and showering readers with sweetness! The female protagonist heals the sick and saves lives while simultaneously defying everyone, making for a truly enjoyable read! Sisters who love quick transmigration, medical concubines, and satisfying stories, don't miss this one! Fast-paced, thrilling, and the interactions between the male and female protagonists are so sweet they'll make you want to stay up all night reading! #QuickTransmigration #MedicalConcubine #SatisfyingStory #ScumBurning #SweetRomance #StrongPartners

30. 30 七 The Ghost Wedding on the Fifteenth Day of the Seventh Month 七月半，鬼娶亲 I Just Want to Live Forever我就是要长生Mystery1.1M WordsCompleted [Strong Female Lead + Mysticism + Devoted Husband + Ensemble Cast + Revenge] A short drama of the same name, July Half: The Ghost's Wedding, is now available. Its companion story, Marrying a Ghost Husband, Subduing a Hundred Demons, is currently being serialized. My mother said that the year I was born, strange signs appeared in the village: thunder and torrential rain, while all the ghosts wailed. Grandpa invited Seventh Granny, who delivered me herself. Only then was I born. Seventh Granny rea 13.4kReads9.2Score1.5kShelves
31. 31 小 Auntie? Just How Many of Your Men Am I, Your Majesty? 小舅妈？朕究竟是你的第几个男人 Returning to Cross the Luo River归渡洛水Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Reborn, everyone’s favorite, a battlefield of romantic rivals, strong heroine, sexually experienced] In her previous life, Jiang Wan was trapped in the Xie family’s household for ten years by love, and ultimately met a tragic end. Reborn, she decided to live differently. So what if Xie Qianyan was the most handsome man around? He was cold and heartless, with a heart hard as stone. If she couldn’t warm it, she didn’t want it. When her sisters scrambled to climb into Xie Qianyan’s bed, she helped 3.1kReads8.6Score455Shelves
32. 32 帝 The Emperor's Fiery Demon Queen 帝君的火爆妖后 Xiaoyao Mo逍遥漠Ancient Romance2.9M WordsCompleted The distance between a timid pushover and a dazzling, domineering badass is only one soul. Her stepmother schemes against her, and a scumbag man gives her trouble. She just sneers, with pills in her left hand and deadly poisons in her right, making those shameless scoundrels howl in misery. When a noblewoman frames her or a princess bullies her, she strikes back in a blaze of fury. Dragons soar above her, and all the beasts bow below, leaving the fake sweethearts and schemers wailing for their p 194Reads8.9Score101Shelves
33. 33 麻 The Feng Shui Master in Hemp Clothes 麻衣风水师 Idler A Qi闲人阿七Mystery2.2M WordsCompleted I was born with twelve fingers, and my hands have no palm lines. A fortune-teller said I had the rare fate of a heaven-cursed debt collector, doomed to bring death to everyone around me. To save me, Grandpa decided to return to the martial world and defy fate. He arranged three marriages for me, but on the night of the engagement, he died. Eight evil spirits came to take him away! 72.3kReads8.7Score5.1kShelves
34. 34 娘 The Empress Turns Her Wretched Fate Around, Wins the Emperor's Favor, and Claims the Phoenix Throne 娘娘爆改衰命，宠冠后宫夺凤位 Lazy Little Jiu懒小玖Ancient Romance765k WordsCompleted [Harem intrigue, the leads are not each other's only partners. The heroine is clear-eyed, and can be a green tea schemer, a white lotus, or a heartless little demon.] In her previous life, her cousin, a favored consort, set her sights on Chu Xiang's womb. To protect her mother and younger brother, Chu Xiang was forced into the palace to help her cousin secure the emperor's favor. She fought desperately to give birth to a prince, only to have the mother discarded once the child was born. Sent to 123Reads6.4Score—Shelves

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    This book is seriously, seriously amazing. I highly recommend it. Trust me!

35. 35 故 Return to the Old Home 故园归 Minister of the Court of Judicial Review大理寺卿Mystery309k WordsCompleted [Mystery + Everyday Mysteries + Deduction + Ancient Setting + Espionage + Adventure + Serial Murders + Perfect Partners] Decapitation, curses, national treasures, imperial tombs, locked rooms, secret agents... A raging undercurrent on the road home. Two boys meet over a bizarre murder case. As they travel together, they repeatedly encounter strange cases: a bride decapitated on her wedding night, a legend of murders in the Eighteenth Level of Hell, a murder at a Chan monastery, a stolen national 560Reads9.3Score102Shelves

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    It's really good! The plot doesn't drag, the characters are well-developed and each one is unique. I learned a lot, and it was also a bit mind-bending. It's really great! Highly recommended!

36. 36 冷 After Three Years of Cold War, She Asked for a Divorce, but His Eyes Turned Red 冷战三年，她提离婚他却红了眼 Barefaced素颜Modern Romance2.0M WordsCompleted [Hong Kong elite vs. fallen socialite] [Marriage first, love later + a long road to winning her back] [One-on-one romance] They’d been married for three years. He’d never cared about her, she’d had a crush on him for years, and he had someone else in his heart. Then she finally saw the light! After Li Qian watched Gu Tingchen abandon her for his first love for who knew how many times, she suddenly understood something. If someone doesn’t love you, it won’t matter how careful you are or how despe 4.5kReads8.5Score972Shelves
37. 37 权 The Power of the Imperial Favorite 权宠天下 June六月Ancient Romance4.1M WordsCompleted Live-action short-form drama: The Power and Privilege 4: Ruling the World is now streaming on Hongguo. A brilliant medical PhD transmigrates into the body of the Chu Prince’s discarded consort. As soon as she arrives, she encounters a critically injured patient. Guided by her medical ethics, she treats him, only to nearly be thrown into prison on false charges. When the Retired Emperor falls gravely ill, she finds a way to treat him, but that hateful Poison King misunderstands and berates her. I 10.3kReads9.4Score3.9kShelves

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