Looking for Accessible Books That Broaden Women’s Horizons and Perspective 求能提高女性眼界格局但又易懂的书

1. 1 荒 Deserted Island, My Followers Are Gorgeous 荒岛，我的跟班超美 Flying Stir-Fry Pancake飞天夹菜饼Urban3.8M WordsCompleted [No System + deserted island + age gap + survival + vying for dominance] [Short drama now streaming: My Life on a Deserted Island Isn't Quite Right] A mysterious bolt of lightning struck the cruise ship, and Zhou Feng woke up on a beach. The only person beside him was the neighbor, Auntie Qin Xiaoxue. It didn't take long for them to discover that the secrets of this island were beyond anything they could have imagined. 31.3kReads8.8Score2.9kShelves

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   "Me and My Neighbor Aunt Stranded on a Desert Island" | When the tide erases all latitude and longitude, this island becomes an anthropological darkroom. Thirty-seven-year-old humus and seventeen-year-old mycelium intertwine in the volcanic ash to form a new ecological layer—she teaches me how to avoid the bitter fibers when chewing casuarina fruit, yet lets me swallow the thorny moonlight on stormy nights. We use shark teeth to cut banana leaves, the veins oozing milky white sap, drawing totems more twisted than SOS on the rock walls. On the seventh full moon, her body heat begins to dissolve the gears of my watch, while the lines on my palm are calcifying into coral reefs. The rescue ship will eventually break through the thick fog, but two sets of footprints extending in opposite directions on the beach have long been devoured by barnacles into two humanoid fossils: one sealing the umbilical cord of the civilized world, the other growing moist, poisonous flowers.

2. 2 雪 Snow Falls on Youyan 雪落幽燕 Helian Chengcheng赫连澄澄Ancient Romance176k WordsCompleted Li Mei, courtesy name Shuyuan, is the legitimate daughter of Prince Yongping’s household. At seven, she was granted the title of County Lady Jing’an. Born with a silver spoon in her mouth, she nevertheless had an unreliable mother. Her mother was a fiery-tempered daughter of a military family, fiercely jealous by nature. In a fit of rage, she killed Su Su, Prince Yongping’s favorite concubine, and was stripped of her title, expelled from the household, and sent to live in seclusion on Mount Nan, 1.1kReads—Score102Shelves

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   Although categorized as palace intrigue and domestic power struggles, it's not a life-or-death battle, but rather a petty squabble where one side benefits from the other's conflict. A stepmother and her illegitimate daughter attempt to kill the legitimate mother using witchcraft, but the illegitimate daughter's husband ends up profiting. The illegitimate family falls into ruin, the illegitimate daughter is divorced by her husband's family, and is kidnapped during her exile. The legitimate daughter, her engagement broken off, flees with her mother and finds love in Youzhou…

3. 3 恶 The Devil Reversed 恶魔逆位 20/100 Vision视力零点二一Mystery737k WordsCompleted “If I wanted to kill him, I wouldn’t use a method this laughably clumsy.” After the black-haired girl in black finished speaking in the interrogation room, she didn’t say another word. The way she calmly studied the photograph made it seem more like she was admiring the victim’s gruesome death. In the photo was a cold, white bathtub filled with shocking amounts of blood. A man lay slumped inside, his deathly pale body visible only from the shoulders up. The deceased was Zhou Haixiong. He had 39kReads9.5Score6kShelves

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   The female protagonist possesses extraordinary abilities, always managing to escape danger with her special skills at crucial moments. She is exceptionally intelligent, unraveling the mysteries posed by the enigmatic tarot cards and quickly piecing together the clues. Furthermore, she is highly ambitious, never backing down even when faced with unknown dangers, constantly exploring her own potential.

4. 4 盗 Tomb Raiding: The Young Master Dug Me Up After a Thousand Years of Sleep 盗墓：沉睡千年被小哥挖出来 Zhoushan Gatekeeper Auntie舟山管门大娘Two Male Leads596k WordsCompleted Zhang Qiling: He is the person I need to protect for the rest of my life. Wu Xie: QAQ He broke up my trio! Our brotherhood is over! Fatty: TAT I can't afford to offend him. He's my ancestor! Zhang Qingsheng lived alongside Zhang Qiling for centuries, until Zhang Qiling dug him out with his own hands! He is peerless in power, like a divine king, with astonishing abilities! He is uninhibited and utterly free-spirited! The story begins with listening to thunder! Let the adventures begin! [I'm no go 3.8kReads8.9Score429Shelves

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5. 5 狼 Wolves and Brothers 狼与兄弟 Pure Silver Earring纯银耳坠Urban19.6M WordsCompleted The wolf may look cold and ruthless, but beneath that exterior lies boundless tenderness. He is willing to sacrifice himself for his family and brothers! Just like Wang Ying, the protagonist, his heart isn't cold. It's the way he looks down on worldly conventions that makes him seem that way! Like a wolf king, he can become the heart of any team, leading his brothers through life-or-death trials, never abandoning them! From the awkwardness of college days to the hardships of entering the working 7.4kReads9.3Score490Shelves

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   "He who kills will be killed by him." - "Death is not painful, it's just a moment; the most painful thing is waiting for death." - "The most invincible thing in the world is the vicissitudes of life, and the most frightening thing is the change of things and people."

6. 6 十 The Ten Most Notorious Bandits 十大悍匪 Little Brother Ergou二狗小兄弟Mystery1.6M WordsCompleted China's ten most notorious bandits: Some committed countless crimes and were so vicious that people trembled at the mere mention of them. Others were driven to crime by complicated life circumstances, leaving people to lament the paths they took. Some had once been humble farmers, others street thugs, law enforcers, or ordinary citizens. They came from all walks of life, but in the end, their own choices led them down a road of no return. How did they gradually become criminals, then notorious b 6.9kReads7.7Score380Shelves
7. 7 江 Jianghu Dragon: Underworld Storm in the Northeast 江湖枭龙：东北黑道风云 Colorful Victory彩胜Urban4.3M WordsOngoing Three years in prison, and everything had changed. After his release, Lu Tao found himself at a crossroads in life. The snowstorm that year was so fierce it bent Lu Tao’s back. The friendship that year was so warm it helped him emerge reborn and fight his way upstream. Watch as a close-knit group of friends stand shoulder to shoulder, stride through a turbulent era, and build something magnificent! 19.1kReads9.1Score1.1kShelves
8. 8 穿 Reborn as the Empress Dowager, I Just Want to Take It Easy 穿成太后只想咸鱼 Fei Xi妃玺Ancient Romance2.4M WordsCompleted “Pay attention: this is a story with a strong female lead, no male lead, and no romance.” After transmigrating, she became the most exalted woman in Yun Zhao. She thought she could live a carefree life of wealth and luxury, but danger closed in from every side, with pitfalls everywhere. It was not just her reputation at stake, but her life. The emperor dreams of ruling in his own right? Here, take the imperial seal. Go play by yourself, kid! The consorts are fighting for power in the palace? Tos 15.3kReads9.2Score1.6kShelves

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   The female protagonist transmigrated into the body of a court official who wanted to relax, but was instead forced to handle court affairs. She argued and fought with the ministers until they vomited blood; her sharp tongue and captivating verbal exchanges made the emperor believe everyone trusted him, but it turned out everyone around him was on the female protagonist's side.

9. 9 再 Farewell to My Moonlight 再别白月光 Red Leaves by the Creek溪边红叶Modern Romance117k WordsCompleted No over-the-top drama, no outlandish plot twists. There’s desire, sweetness, and heartbreak. A BE story. Some say that BE is the norm in life. All I want to say is: BE can be beautiful, too. Perhaps the regrets of this life are what make reunion in the next possible... The male lead isn’t all-powerful, and the female lead isn’t some industry elite. They’re ordinary people with ordinary worries and cages they can’t escape. I just wanted to write about them. I’m afraid that when I’m old, I’ll fo 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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   It's short, requires some thought, and is more suitable for adults; it evokes both regret and beauty.

10. 10 乱 After Fleeing the Chaotic Era, I Became the Founding Empress 乱世逃亡后，我成了开国女帝 Nan Wanxu南婉徐Ancient Romance4.1M WordsCompleted [Publication rights signed] [Strong heroine + political intrigue + turbulent times + power struggles + ensemble cast] She’s fleeing from the start, a female warlord in a chaotic age. Lin Zhihuang, originally named Lin Zhihuan, transmigrates as a county magistrate’s daughter, only to find tens of thousands of refugees attacking the city from the start! While others transmigrate into palace or household intrigue, she transmigrates straight into a chaotic age and a desperate flight from famine. The 93.2kReads9.4Score12.8kShelves

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    Beautiful, definitely broadens women's horizons

11. 11 就 Even as a Fake Heiress, I’ll Still Daringly Embrace Doing Nothing 就算是假千金也要勇敢摆烂 Ji Furan纪扶染Modern Romance659k WordsCompleted [Print edition launching across all platforms on August 9, 2025] When Shen Yue was twelve, she accidentally fell into a pond while feeding the fish. That was when she learned the truth: her parents weren’t her real parents, and her five older brothers weren’t really her brothers. She was the Mu family’s fake heiress! Faced with a future where she was destined to lose everything, Shen Yue decided to get ahead… by lying down. If she was going to lose it all anyway, she might as well lie back and 117kReads9.6Score13.7kShelves

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    This is a novel full of twists and turns! The female protagonist, a "fake heiress," is forced to live a life of mediocrity under the shadow of her family, yet she displays astonishing resilience and wisdom in the face of adversity. Her encounter with the male protagonist is a long-planned, deeply affectionate affair, and a beautiful gift from fate. Watch as she navigates the complexities of power struggles and love, step by step carving out her own path and writing her own legend.

12. 12 青 Green Hills Like Jade 青山似玉 Agate Squire玛瑙员外Modern Romance386k WordsCompleted (The print edition is now available) [Love after marriage, age gap, slow-burn everyday sweetness] *A gentle beauty from a family of scholars × a refined, fatherly man *A comic artist with a billion in assets × an influential Beijing aristocrat and chamber of commerce chairman Chu Shuang knew from childhood that she was promised to the Sheng family of the imperial capital, but she had never met her fiancé. Later, by a twist of fate, she moved into the Sheng residence and met her friend’s older br 134.8kReads9.5Score15.5kShelves

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    🌿 *Green Hills Like Jade*: A top-tier push-pull romance of arranged marriage and love! The moment the laid-back perfumer signed the marriage certificate, she discovered her fiancé was her ex-boyfriend of three months— 🛋️ He knocked on her mountain courtyard door, his suit and tie mingling with the cool scent of pine as he knelt to groom her golden retriever: "Mrs. Gu's new home needs a man who can fix light bulbs." Looking at the newly transformed bridal chamber, now a fragrance studio, Chu Shuang suddenly noticed that the aloof CEO's tie clip was the ginkgo brooch she had lost three years ago. 🍵 The ultimate ambiguity of a ten-year age gap! While brewing tea, he deliberately showed off his sandalwood bracelet, a cheap gift she had casually given him last year; she stayed up all night making fragrances, and every morning she could find perfectly warm seafood porridge in the studio. When her business rival mocked her for marrying up, Gu Sui put his arm around her waist and chuckled: "I drive an extra twenty kilometers every day just to smell the tuberose on her windowsill." 💍 An "ex-husband to ex" romance novel where the marriage begins! There was no domineering CEO forcibly taking her away; instead, he secretly acquired her favorite fragrance brand, turning the boardroom into a command center for his pursuit of her. So now, who is it that's secretly watching her sleep in the study late at night? And who locked the divorce papers in the bottom of the safe?

13. 13 女 A Woman's Insight Matters More Than Her Looks 女人的见识，比颜值更重要 Determined Post-80s执着的80后1k WordsCompleted A woman's knowledge matters more than her looks —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    These two are also good. The first one is easy to understand because it tells stories. 😎😎😎😎😎

14. 14 攀 Marrying Up 攀高枝 Egrets in Pairs白鹭成双Ancient Romance424k WordsCompleted [Film and TV rights sold] [Print edition published] Zhang Zhixu had everything from birth. A family with a century of prestige, enviable talent, and a career that kept rising step by step. But he found life terribly dull. Then, one day, an accident struck, and his soul entered a woman's body. A woman who couldn't read a single character, yet dreamed of marrying into a powerful family and becoming a phoenix. · Chen Baoxiang had traveled a thousand miles from the countryside to the capital, hoping 162.8kReads9.6Score22.7kShelves

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    The female protagonist initially hoped to marry into a wealthy family and change her fate, but later discovered that true strength was the real "higher branch."

15. 15 杀 After Slaying My Way Through Instances, I Raise an Evil God by the Rules 杀穿副本后，我在规则里养大邪神 White Peach Wuwu Dragon白桃呜呜龙Two Male Leads1.1M WordsCompleted The print edition is now available under the title: The Fall of the Gods (Not for the faint of heart: nonhuman entities and terrifying monsters.) Yin Xiu has lived in a town governed by rules for six years. Normal players follow the rules and clear instances to stay alive. Yin Xiu, however, stays in town day after day. He doesn’t leave, clear instances, or go near the monsters. He does the bare minimum, takes it easy, and has practically settled into retirement. The town’s monsters have had thei 103.2kReads9.7Score14.5kShelves

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    In a world governed by rules, top player Yin Xiu originally wanted to live a peaceful, retirement life, but was forcibly dragged into a dungeon by the mysterious evil god Li Mo. One is a cold-blooded killer, the other a clingy yet terrifying evil god; the two support each other in thrilling dungeons, gradually uncovering each other's secrets [^0^]. This is an adventure about trust and redemption, a blend of exhilarating and heart-wrenching moments, with the bond between the two male protagonists making it irresistible. Come join this thrilling journey through the rules and witness how they write their legend between life and death, leading to the fall of a god [^2^]!

16. 16 我 My Healing Life 我的治愈人生 Two Bottles贰瓶子Modern Romance1.1M WordsCompleted [Romance and Relationships + Warm Healing + A Cast of Doctors] That’s life: sometimes we get hurt, and sometimes we’re healed! As they turn thirty-five, four doctor friends from different departments are struck by sudden upheavals in their lives! Fang Tang, a neurosurgeon, is tricked by her ex-husband, who uses their daughter to extort money and treats the girl like a cash cow... Liu Zhi, a cardiac surgeon, is schemed against by her stepmother and half-brother, all for the family inheritance... 9.9kReads9.6Score1.4kShelves

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    I found all of these books exceptionally enjoyable! The first one uses various short stories to convey simple truths, much like a fairy tale for young people. You read the stories and learn different lessons at the end. The second book resonated with me deeply because I've also worked in a convenience store in a big city and, like the characters in the book, spent my free time there. I really enjoyed it. I just started reading the third one, but I already think it's excellent; the author's writing is superb! The fourth book looks like a romance novel, but it's actually very healing! The fifth book, I'd call it a book that can help you shed your "people-pleasing personality." I used to be a people-pleasing person myself, and this book has been incredibly helpful! You should all check them out; maybe they can change something!

17. 17 藏 Hidden in Midsummer 藏于盛夏 Autumn Chill秋日凉Modern Romance308k WordsCompleted A heads-up before you start ❗️: One of the side couples is a gay couple, so please skip this if that bothers you. [The print edition under the same title is now available] [Healing × Love that grows over time × Angsty school romance] Sweet, gentle, well-behaved student × rebellious, handsome bad boy That midsummer seemed hotter than any before. The girl in the graduation photo smiled sweetly, with a boy in a white shirt grinning boldly behind her. They met in midsummer, and parted in midsummer t 84.2kReads9.6Score14.8kShelves

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    "She Stops Pampering Him" is a youth campus novel that tells the touching story of the well-behaved girl Jiang Qiao and the rebellious boy Xu Si, who redeem each other on their journey through youth.[^0^] After learning that she has a serious illness, Jiang Qiao decides to transfer to her dream school in a different city and embark on a different kind of youth journey. Here, she meets Xu Si, a seemingly cold but warm-hearted "problem boy."[^1^] From initial misunderstandings to gradually growing closer, Xu Si breaks free from the shadows of his childhood under Jiang Qiao's warm care and strives for a better future; while Jiang Qiao redefines the meaning of life under Xu Si's silent protection.[^2^] The novel depicts the sweetness and sorrow of youth with delicate strokes, full of the romance of love that grows over time and the pain of growing up. Their meeting is in the height of summer, and their parting is also in the height of summer. Their story is like a short but brilliant firework, leaving readers with endless aftertaste.[^3^] This book is not only an elegy for youth but also a hymn to love and courage. After reading it, you will shed tears for their love and be moved by the power of youth.[^4^]

18. 18 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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    "The Short-Lived Ghost of the Xie Family Lives to Be a Hundred" is a novel full of twists and turns and heartwarming moments. It tells the story of a young man from the Xie family, initially cursed by fate, who defies destiny in dire circumstances, transforming himself from a "short-lived ghost" in the eyes of others into a legend bringing glory to the family. The story encompasses the family's love and hate entanglements, as well as the youth's passion and resilience, with a plot full of ups and downs and constant reversals. Reading it will make you cheer for the young man's triumphant return and shed tears for the warmth of the family.

19. 19 长 Teacher Chang Mao 长矛老师 Beyond the Mountains山外Modern Romance677k WordsCompleted Originally titled “You Sell Swords, I Go Crazy: Together, We Set the Entertainment Industry Straight” [Rebellious CEO × Defiant Top-Tier Star] [Entertainment industry + absurd comedy + dating show + nonsense + memes + shameless antics] Jiang Qiyu transmigrated into a book. She became a brainless cannon-fodder character in a novel about a fake heiress in the entertainment industry. After taking a phone call, she realized the plot was already more than halfway through. Her family had abandoned he 105.6kReads9.7Score12.2kShelves

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    "Teacher Long Spear" is an entertainment industry novel full of twists and turns. The female protagonist, Jiang Qiyu, whose online name is "Long Spear with Shit, Whoever Gets Stabbed Dies," stirs up waves in the entertainment industry with her sharp words and unique personality.[^0^] In the novel, facing the ruthless male protagonist Lu Heng, she not only shows no fear but also uses his own methods against him, demonstrating powerful wisdom and courage.[^1^] Her classic quotes, such as "Life is like tofu pudding, sweet or savory doesn't matter, it's all just crumbs anyway,"[^3^] are sure to bring a smile to your face. This is a story about a comeback and growth. Amidst the turbulent world of entertainment, Jiang Qiyu writes her own legend with her wit and resilience. Come and open this book to experience her sharpness and charm!

20. 20 全 Everyone in the Sect Is Love-Brained, Except Me, a True Lunatic 全宗门都是恋爱脑，唯我是真疯批 Paper Tiger纸老虎Ancient Romance1.3M WordsCompleted The complete print edition of A Double Crossing is now available on all platforms. Relationship blogger Lin Du died of a broken heart after being driven crazy by hopeless romantics. After death, she transmigrated into a tragic romance cultivation novel, becoming the beautiful, powerful, yet doomed junior uncle who paved the way for the protagonists' great love with her own ashes. After reading the script, she slowly typed a question mark. “Have they dug up every wild vegetable on this sect's mou 234.9kReads9.7Score27.6kShelves

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    *The Number One Sickly Child in the Cultivation World* (also known as *Peerless Crossing*) is a fantasy and coming-of-age novel about cultivation. Lin Du, a blogger specializing in romance, unexpectedly transmigrates into a cultivation novel, becoming the "weak and short-lived" junior uncle in her sect.[^0^] She not only faces the predicament of "the higher the cultivation level, the shorter the lifespan," but also has to save her "love-obsessed" junior nephew in the sect.[^2^] On her cultivation journey, she grows from a "sickly child" into the number one swordsman through wisdom and perseverance.[^4^] Her story is a legend of helping others and herself, filled with the spirited youth of a passionate young man and the warmth of a deep master-disciple bond.[^5^] This is a masterpiece of cultivation that allows readers to feel the power of growth amidst laughter; after reading it, you will be impressed by her resilience and wisdom.

21. 21 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 90.9kReads9.6Score12.1kShelves

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    "Bound by Spring's Passion" is an ancient romance novel full of twists and turns and growth. The heroine, Song Wan, comes from a noble family and is gentle and dignified, but after her husband returns, she undergoes a transformation from a traditional woman of virtue to an independent woman. Her love and hate with the male lead, Shen Qianyu, is intertwined with both family ties and personal struggles. The book contains both court intrigue and the exciting transformation of the heroine and the second female lead, Lin Jiayue, from fighting to joining hands. This is a novel about love and freedom, tradition and modernity colliding, which is so captivating that it makes you feel as if you are in that turbulent era, witnessing the heroine's growth and blossoming.

22. 22 全 The Whole Sect Are Simps, but the Junior Sister Is a Real Menace 全宗都是舔狗，小师妹是真狗 Holding Hands by the Fire执手烟火Ancient Romance4.2M WordsCompleted [The physical edition of One Thought, Phoenix Rising is available on all platforms] Feng Xi transmigrates into a cultivation novel as a cannon-fodder female side character, and the day she enters the book is the day she is doomed to die. To stay alive, she does everything she can to leave the heroine's sect, the Hunyuan Sect, and join the Xuantian Sect instead. Oh! All five of her senior brothers are the heroine's devoted admirers in the book, and each one dies more miserably than the last. Feng 181.6kReads9.5Score23.4kShelves

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    This is a thrilling novel filled with revenge and triumphant reversals! The female protagonist's dantian (energy center) was destroyed by a scumbag, but she unexpectedly awakened it in a desperate situation, embarking on a path to defy fate. With unparalleled talent and mysterious powers, she overcomes all obstacles, avenging her husband and restoring her family's glory. When she stands at the pinnacle, looking back on her past humiliations, only a cold laugh remains. This is a journey of triumph for dignity and honor, brimming with satisfying moments that will keep you hooked!

23. 23 我 I Saved the Entire Sect by Giving Up 我靠摆烂拯救了全宗门 The Princess Isn't Going Home公主不回家Ancient Romance1.9M WordsCompleted (The second physical volume is out) Ye Qiao woke up one day to find she had become the second senior sister, a tool character in a novel about a girl adored by everyone. In the novel, whenever the junior sister was in trouble, the second senior sister stepped in. If the junior sister wanted a divine artifact, the second senior sister fetched it. If the junior sister lacked a spiritual root, hers had to be dug out. Ye Qiao was at her breaking point. She fled the mountain in the middle of the nigh 217.1kReads9.6Score24.3kShelves

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    "My Junior Sister is Clearly Super Strong but Excessively Silly" is a novel full of joy and passion. The junior sister is exceptionally talented and possesses extraordinary strength, yet she's always so silly that she's both lovable and infuriating. She causes trouble along the way, growing stronger each time, using her "silliness" to resolve crises in her sect, and protecting those around her with her kindness and strength. The book features both thrilling adventures and hilarious everyday moments, making it impossible to put down. Behind the junior sister's silliness lies a steadfast commitment to friendship and justice; her story is like a ray of light illuminating the entire cultivation world.

24. 24 厌 Woman Hater 厌女 Dongyang Slims Down东阳消瘦Modern Romance100k WordsCompleted [A Little Heartbreaking] [Bad Ending] [Superpowers] [Revenge] [Power Fantasy] A superpowered hottie x an ugly girl who is determined to become beautiful 1 Limao was raised by Boss Z from childhood. He promised Limao that if he found 1,000 clients for him, he'd let him see his mother. Gou Wei was his third-to-last client. 2 Gou Wei is an ugly girl who daydreams about being with lots of handsome guys. Her signature work, Handsome Men and Daydreams, is an article about her admiration for handsome 70Reads—Score—Shelves

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    * *Misogyny* (by Chizuko Ueno): A classic work by Japanese feminist scholar Chizuko Ueno, this book delves into the different manifestations of misogyny in men and women, revealing the roots of gender discrimination through social case studies. The language is sharp and direct, combining academic rigor with readability; a must-read for beginners in feminism. Key quote: "Women's misogyny is self-loathing, but also hostility towards other women." * *Everything I Never Told You* (by Celeste Ng): Through the story of a Chinese-American family, this book explores how women struggle between family expectations and self-realization. It emphasizes "breaking free from the expectations of others to find one's true self," offering profound insights into female self-awakening. The language is delicate, the plot captivating, making it suitable as a coming-of-age novel. * *The Razor's Edge* (by Somerset Maugham): Maugham's masterpiece, this book tells the story of Larry, who, after experiencing the trauma of war, travels through Europe and India in search of meaning in life. The book's reflections on personal value and worldly standards can help women transcend social frameworks and contemplate the meaning of their own existence. The language is philosophical yet the narrative flows smoothly; highly recommended on Douban. "To Kill a Mockingbird" (by Harper Lee) reveals racial discrimination and the good and evil of human nature from the perspective of a little girl, while her father Atticus's sense of justice and courage become a moral benchmark. The book's exploration of prejudice and equality broadens readers' understanding of social fairness. Its delicate and moving language has earned it the reputation of being a "must-read classic for growth." *Starting as a Street Vendor* is a lighthearted and enjoyable novel set against the backdrop of a spiritual revival. The protagonist, Jiang Nan, uses a street vendor system to achieve a remarkable turnaround, with a humorous and unconventional plot. Although a web novel, it conveys the values of "breaking conventions and pursuing self-realization" through the protagonist's growth, making it suitable as leisure reading. *A Short History of Chinese Philosophy* (by Feng Youlan) systematically traces the development of Chinese philosophy, from the pre-Qin period to Song-Ming Neo-Confucianism, in clear and easy-to-understand language. The book compares the differences between Chinese and Western philosophy, helping readers build cultural confidence and critical thinking skills, and has been recommended by multiple platforms as an "introductory classic for broadening one's perspective." *Feminism from Zero* (by Chizuko Ueno) analyzes implicit gender discrimination in Japanese society, revealing the truth that "women's status seems to have improved, but in reality, they are still subject to structural oppression." If time is limited, it is recommended to start with *Misogyny* and *Everything I Never Told You*, which combine depth and accessibility.

25. 25 开EN Starting with a Street Stall Selling Super Strength Potions 开局地摊卖大力 Yi Qingfeng弈青锋Urban8.9M WordsCompleted [Qingfeng's new novel, This Player Has a Problem in the Head, is currently serializing and has plenty of chapters ready to binge] Earth enters an era of spiritual qi revival, and humanity begins awakening supernatural abilities! Jiang Nan awakens the strongest street-stall System from the start. Potions of Strength? Detoxifying Yellow Beans? Lucky Cherries? They're flying off the shelves! The world's top tycoons, richest man, popular streamers, and peak powerhouses all come to buy them. Jiang Na 333.1kReads9.7Score43.5kShelves
26. 26 重EN Too Many Reborn Heroes? Time to Bring in the Government 重生者太密集？我带国家队下场 Bian Lu边鹿Sci-Fi & Apocalypse758k WordsCompleted (A feel-good power fantasy, with a beautiful, badass heroine who confiscates golden fingers) “Sheng is the boss around here. She's ruthless and doesn't waste words. Cross her, and she'll take you down!” In the year 2323 of the Star Era, the apocalypse is about to begin. Some people awaken their powers early, while reborn people are already making their moves… As the head of a new department, Sheng An is responsible for recruiting and leading all the powered and reborn individuals, preparing for 123.7kReads9.7Score17.5kShelves

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    [Apocalypse Special Operations | Sweet Romance and Counterattack] Reborn as a delicate, innocent girl × A cunning, protective, and superpowered commander. "Boom—" Jiang Yu trembled as she awoke from a pool of blood. Her wristwatch showed 21 days until the apocalypse was over. Reborn, she sneered, clutching the property deed left by her parents. This time, anyone who dared to pry open her bulletproof fortress would have to ask the electrified iron thorns in the corridor first! Stockpiling supplies and modifying the ventilation system, she bumped into the muscular chest of a man in sunglasses at the building materials market. "Little girl, buying titanium alloy?" Huo Yan glanced down at her list and saw that it was exactly the same as his own apocalypse list. Suddenly, he pinned her against the shelves: "Let's cooperate. I'll leave the armory, you leave the safe house." On a night of torrential rain, the residents of the entire building frantically banged on their doors. Jiang Yu hugged her stockpiled food and huddled in front of the monitor screen. Suddenly, she saw special forces descending from the sky on the screen. The man wiped the blood off his mask and waved his wedding ring at the camera: "Wife, you promised to wait for me for the first hot pot after the apocalypse."

27. 27 浮 Among the Three Thousand Worlds, I Embrace the Moon and Become an Immortal 浮世三千，揽月为仙 Sugar-Roasted Little Deer糖炒小鹿Ancient Romance438k WordsOngoing Fuli came from an age when cultivation had all but vanished. After her death, she encountered the Heaven-ordained Three Lives Stone, and her soul transmigrated and was reborn on the Floating World Continent. This was a cultivation realm rich in spiritual energy, where any living thing could cultivate and attain the Dao if fortune favored it. Fuli looked at her Five Elements Heavenly Spiritual Root and her innate Chaos Body, which could contain every kind of energy, and smiled. Alchemy? Learn it! 2.1kReads9.3Score234Shelves

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    Many cultivators have heard of Fu Li of the Fu Clan, a cinnabar mole between her brows, bright and pure, with an exceptionally beautiful face. Possessing the Five Elements Heavenly Spiritual Root, she is exceptionally gifted, wielding the Moon-Gazing Bow with unparalleled skill, making her virtually invincible.

28. 28 小 With My Hands Behind My Back, I Transmigrated to the 1970s, Where I Can Make Trouble and Money with Ease 小手一背穿七零，搞事赚钱样样行 Heavy Clouds云沉沉Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Also known as "Transmigrating into a Book Set in the Seventies: I Collect Eighty-Eight Paychecks Every Month" Su He woke up one day and transmigrated into a period novel, becoming a fake heiress who had been sent back to her village. In the book, the ungrateful real heiress was practically blessed by cheat codes, with schemes and tricks appearing one after another. The Su family ended up destroyed, while the original owner wished she were dead. Looking at her impoverished home and family members 102.5kReads9.6Score10.2kShelves

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    "A Little Hand Back in the 70s, Making Money and Getting Away with It All" is a witty and joyful time-travel novel. The female protagonist, with modern thinking, returns to the 1970s. With her unique perspective and decisive actions, she embarks on a legendary life in an era of scarcity, relying on diligence and wisdom. She runs side businesses and small shops, supporting her family with her own hands and spreading warmth and hope among her neighbors. This is a story about struggle and growth, humorous, witty, and full of positive energy. It inspires readers to yearn for a better life, as if traveling through time to witness extraordinary miracles in ordinary times.

29. 29 好 Such a Good Girl 好一个乖乖女 I Took Great Pains我煞费苦心Modern Romance361k WordsCompleted [Print edition signed] [Short drama now streaming] [Sweet romance with a touch of angst] [Fake-good, scheming heroine x domineering wealthy tyrant] [Both leads are each other’s only one] Duan Xiuming first met Lu Mingyu at a wedding. She was stunningly beautiful, yet looked like a well-behaved good girl, sitting off to the side and painting because someone had told her to. “Boring woman,” he judged. But in the blink of an eye, Lu Mingyu gave him a huge surprise! She destroyed her painting and co 30.4kReads9.5Score4kShelves

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    Please save yourself from this world's turmoil. Keep going!

30. 30 星 Interstellar: Studying for the Rise of the Alliance 星际：为联盟之崛起而读书 Yu Fei鱼绯Modern Romance859k WordsCompleted [Romance + Military Academy + Mecha + Zerg + Ensemble Cast] Content warnings up front: 1. The heroine has a romantic pairing. 2. The story discusses class issues, not gender issues. 3. The author’s imagination runs wild and there are no limits on language. Cyber censorship is not welcome. Official Synopsis Bolsheviks / Resident Evil / cyberpunk, all thrown into one pot. Patriotism with a Soviet flavor. The main story follows one person’s journey from undocumented nobody to commander, while the s 20.5kReads9.5Score3.4kShelves

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    I won't go into the first one; life is about having ideals to look up to, but also the courage to set aside pride and earn money. The second one is a space-themed novel, good for passing the time. The author is a graduate student who enjoys Liu Cixin's books; it incorporates some scientific knowledge, and maintaining curiosity is also a way to nourish a woman's vitality. The third one is about the courage to live in the face of death. Universities often have death education and death simulations; life and death are opposites, like the black and white of Tai Chi, and sometimes you have to learn to let go.

31. 31 我 Me and the Roses Are Always at Your Princess's Service! 我与玫瑰，随时为公主待命！ Milky Candy Puff奶糖酥Modern Romance308k WordsCompleted [The print edition is now available. Search for Sweet Mist on any platform to buy it.] [One-on-one sweet romance, doting with no limits] Zhou Jin, captain of the criminal investigation team, is unruly and wild. He hates being pestered more than anything and has no patience for comforting people. Yet after one mission, he made an exception and took a young woman into his home. The next day, everyone on the team was whispering: Would the girl get yelled into tears by Captain Zhou? She did cry, all 42.8kReads9.6Score6.4kShelves

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    "Me and Rose, Always Ready for the Princess" is a sweet and heartwarming novel. The female protagonist, Shen Liwu, is a psychology whiz from an orphanage. Her kidnapping unexpectedly sparks a romance with the male protagonist, Zhou Jin. Zhou Jin is a criminal investigation captain, outwardly arrogant, but he gradually breaks down for Shen Liwu, promising to "give you a home."[^0^] Their relationship evolves from misunderstanding to deep affection, a delicate and moving story filled with sweet pampering and heartwarming redemption.[^2^] The book also features a heart-wrenching family storyline, with the mystery of the female protagonist's past captivating the reader, while the male protagonist's protection illuminates her darkness like a beacon.[^3^] This is a novel that makes you believe in love and warmth; after reading it, you'll be deeply moved by their affection and want to read it again and again.[^4^]

32. 32 天 The Celestial Master Is Here: Qimen Feng Shui Shakes the World 天师在此，奇门风水震天下 Big Eggplant大茄子Mystery6.3M WordsCompleted [Several short dramas have been adapted from this novel: Feng Shui Heavenly Master, The Grand Master of Qimen Feng Shui, The Heavenly Master Is Here, Qimen Feng Shui Shakes the World, Notes of a Folk Feng Shui Master, and others] Everything in this book is fictional. Just enjoy the story, don’t take it seriously, and don’t get too caught up in it... 249.1kReads9.1Score60.5kShelves

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    *Notes of a Folk Feng Shui Master* is a novel shrouded in mystery. Told from the perspective of a folk feng shui master, it delves into the secrets of ancient feng shui techniques, recording the various bizarre events he encounters during his travels. The story blends reverence for ancient culture with profound insights into human nature. Each chapter is like opening a door to an unknown world, allowing readers to experience the charm of traditional culture amidst thrilling plots. If you are interested in mysterious cultures, this book will absolutely immerse you and leave you wanting more!

33. 33 我 I Strive for My Country’s Prosperity! [System] 我，为祖国富强而奋斗！【系统】 Little Red-Crisp Hands红酥小手Modern Romance3.2M WordsOngoing [Reborn + System + top student + patriotism + positive energy + feel-good story + no awful relatives] Su Xing was always on her own, the aloof goddess in everyone else's eyes. It seemed everyone took it for granted that beautiful women should keep their distance and remain unapproachable. Only Su Xing knew she was pretending to be aloof. In truth, she had severe social anxiety! She hated dealing with people and being noticed. All she wanted was to hide in the shell she thought was safe and coast 42.7kReads9.6Score4kShelves

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    "Patriotic Academic Prodigy, Both Courageous and Cool [System]" is a novel that perfectly blends passionate patriotism with the growth story of an academic prodigy. The protagonist, Su Xing, with the help of a system, steadily navigates her path, yet makes a dashing entrance at crucial moments. From her college entrance exam comeback to various challenges in life, she writes her own legend with wisdom and courage. The book not only offers the thrill of an academic prodigy's triumphant return, but also delicate portrayals of friendship and love, and a deep love for the motherland. Every chapter is full of surprises, allowing readers to feel the power of growth amidst the tense and exciting plot. This is a thrilling, sweet, and inspiring novel that you absolutely must read to the end!

34. 34 满 The Whole Sect Is Full of Crazy Villains, Only the Junior Sister Is a Goofball 满门反派疯批，唯有师妹逗比 Wei Xiaoxi未小兮Ancient Romance3.5M WordsCompleted After transmigrating into a book, Ye Linglong becomes the vicious cannon-fodder villainess in a cultivation novel. With terrible aptitude, she even coerces the heroine into taking her into the top sect during the Cultivation Tournament. After joining, she opposes the heroine at every turn and eventually dies a miserable death. To enjoy a long, happy life, Ye Linglong immediately gives up on coercing the heroine and turns around to join the worst sect in the cultivation world. She’s done being th 251.1kReads9.6Score25.1kShelves

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    This is a novel brimming with passion and deep emotion. The junior sister, though often tearful and endearing, wields a sword capable of destroying the heavens and earth, a truly awe-inspiring sight. In the story, she grows from a frail girl into an unparalleled powerhouse, overcoming countless obstacles to protect the one she loves. Her journey is filled with laughter, tears, and breathtaking power. Reading it, you will be moved by her resilience, weep for her love, and cheer for her growth, feeling as if you yourself are immersed in that magnificent world of cultivation, experiencing her joys and sorrows.

35. 35 暧 Sinking Into Desire 暧昧沉沦 He Ruan Yu何阮与Modern Romance516k WordsCompleted Seven-year age gap + marriage first, love later + healing and sweet romance Clear-headed, cool, wild rose vs. a gentle, scheming heir The head of the Shi family is against marriage, yet keeps a beloved woman hidden away. Their marriage is only for appearances, and Shi Yanli keeps his distance. The media says she must be too embarrassing to show, which is why he keeps her so well hidden. Three years later, Shi Yanli carefully schemes to win his wife back. Jiang Wansheng: “Let’s get divorced.” “No 524Reads9.1Score104Shelves

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    It's super good! The male and female leads have their own stories and aren't just naive and innocent characters. It's worth watching multiple times.

36. 36 沉 Sinking into Rouge 沉沦胭脂色 Yue Manman月蔓漫Modern Romance705k WordsCompleted [Ruthless courtship + marriage first, love later + the regretful chase] That stormy night, kidnappers were right behind Gu Ci. She clutched the crisp suit trousers of the man in front of her. “Please, save me...” Jiang Qiyun stood beneath his bodyguard's umbrella and kicked her fingers away with the tip of his shoe. “Why should I save you?” She gritted her teeth. “Save me, and I'll do anything you want.” Jiang Qiyun crouched down with an air of refined aloofness, pinched her chin between his fin 11.5kReads9.4Score1.2kShelves
37. 37 深 A Deeply Devoted Temptation 深情诱引 Bird Pine Rice鸟松米Modern Romance676k WordsCompleted A novel in the Niaosongmi Universe: Deep Affection and Allure. The short drama The Height of Summer, a special story about the eldest brother and sister-in-law, is now online. [Love after an arranged marriage, a regretful husband’s pursuit of his wife, one-on-one romance, both devoted only to each other] [Gentle, cool-headed ophthalmologist vs. devoted, wayward young master] Lin Yuxi used to think Zhou Yanjing was a carefree playboy with a fickle heart. Only after they married did she learn just 90.9kReads9.2Score7.8kShelves
38. 38 手 With the Notable Ministers System in Hand, I Disguise Myself as a Man in Ancient Times 手拿名臣系统，我在古代女扮男装 Tianyang Peak, Who Loves Handmade Wheat Dumplings爱吃手工麦饺的天阳峰Ancient Romance1.0M WordsCompleted Xu Yue transmigrates into a book. She becomes the delicate, vulnerable cousin of the male lead in an examination-themed novel: her mother died young, she has no brothers and no one to rely on, and her family won't take her in, so she is awkwardly forced to live in the male lead's home. In her previous life, Xu Yue rose from being an orphan to earning a doctorate. She never believed in fate, and even though it was hard for women to get by in ancient times, she never stopped thinking about how to 119.8kReads9.6Score11.5kShelves

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    "Ding, Achieve Lasting Fame, Miss Cousin Begins Reading" is a captivating novel about the imperial examination system. The protagonist, Xu Yue, transmigrates to ancient times, becoming a lonely and destitute young lady. With the help of a system and her own wisdom, she disguises herself as a man and embarks on the path of the imperial examinations.[^0^] She learns to read at three, composes poetry at five, and overcomes all obstacles, rising from a scholar to the top scholar, ultimately becoming a high-ranking official.[^2^] The novel not only features exciting descriptions of the imperial examinations but also showcases how the protagonist uses modern knowledge to promote social progress and become a renowned minister.[^4^] This is a legend about wisdom and courage, thrilling to read and making the reader feel as if they are immersed in the ever-changing landscape of the ancient imperial examinations.

39. 39 重 Reborn in 1993: Dark Sea 重生1993，暗海 The Gods Want to Go Wild神想出去浪Urban1.9M WordsCompleted The physical edition of Wrathful Sea, Calm the Abyss is now available. Presales officially begin at 19:00 on October 11. [Reborn] [Mystery] [Undercover Agent] [Revenge] [Anti-Drug Operations] [Counterespionage] The golden finger is extremely weak, and he relies on his own abilities. This is a battle of wits between highly intelligent opponents, so you need to keep your brain switched on. There is no showing off and face-slapping! Ideal for veteran readers. If you understand it, you'll find it ve 259.5kReads9.6Score30.9kShelves

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    The first book has extremely tight logic; how does one fight for a chance of survival while living in prison?

40. 40 还 I Have Three Months Left to Live, So Let Me Die in Peace 还剩三个月命，请让我从容赴死 Reclining in the North高卧北Urban169k WordsCompleted From childhood onward, Zhuang Zi'ang was the kind of kid everyone called “the child other parents wish they had”: a model student every year and always first in his class. But after his parents divorced and his father started a new family, he became a child neither parent loved. At just eighteen, Zhuang Zi'ang is diagnosed with a terminal illness and given only three months to live. With his final three months, he decides to let out his rebellious, wild side and be truly himself for once. While 168.8kReads9.8Score19.3kShelves
41. 41 她 As Long as She's Happy 她辛福就好 Little Lili小丽丽Modern Romance6k WordsCompleted As long as she's happy 17Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Oh, he's so good 😢😢😢

42. 42 综 A Journey Through Film and TV Adaptations of Thai Dramas 综影视泰剧之旅 Salty Fish Who Wants to Get Rich想暴富的咸鱼Female-Channel Fanfiction240k WordsOngoing I've been hooked on Thai dramas lately. They're full of tired, melodramatic tropes, but I just can't stop watching episode after episode at double speed. I don't know what it is about Thai dramas that makes you forget to use your brain, but they have a certain charm. I searched a lot of novel sites and found very few Thai drama fanfics, so I thought I'd try writing one myself. Since I don't know much about Thai culture, updates will be irregular, and I may misunderstand some aspects of it. I hop 261Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Some coming-of-age stories featuring strong female protagonists are here. Some of them start out relatively weak but later embark on a journey to become stronger.

43. 43 快 Quick Transmigration: We Fought to the Death Back Then, Now We Set Sail Again 快穿：当年死战，又是扬帆起航 Would You Like to Admire My Leg Hair?想欣赏妾身的腿毛嘛Modern Romance1.8M WordsCompleted [No CP] [Some worlds involve taking down scumbags] [Patriotic themes] [Big-picture perspective] [Ancestors transmigrate] [Healing] [Many worlds, but may our country always know peace and prosperity] [Personal growth] Lu Zhou was a young soldier who died in battle. All she saw was the shining Five-Star Red Flag. The world comes in a thousand colors, but she loves only one shade of red. World One: The villainous rich girl at an elite school? A spoiled rich kid with nothing to do? No problem. All o 7.2kReads9.3Score656Shelves
44. 44 大 A Strong Woman Should Fear Nothing 大女人就该无所畏惧 Cang Rongtuo藏荣拓Ancient Romance196k WordsOngoing [Quick Transmigration] + [Strong Female Lead] + [No Romance] + [Ensemble Cast] The female lead is not a good person. Not a good person. Not a good person! After Xia Xingzhi died suddenly, she was bound to a plot-repair System. What kind of nonsense was this? Was it even legal to bind her to a program? Why did she have to work her way through a second life? What was this, some new breed of corporate workhorse? She nearly died when the System self-destructed. Xia Xingzhi was going to settle that s 1Reads—Score—Shelves
45. 45 世 The Noblewoman of a Great House Rules Above All 世家贵女她权力至上 Bingze Moli冰泽陌璃Ancient Romance224k WordsCompleted [Strong female lead + no CP, because that stuff can go die + fun + no System + no transmigration + no pocket dimension + no being reborn] (A practice piece, please be kind) Once you enter the palace gates, you find yourself in a sea of intrigue. Power comes with bloodshed, and sincerity is nothing but the biggest joke. In this scheming imperial harem, who isn’t putting on an act? “I have no wish to compete with the world. Eagles and falcons, do not suspect me.” “Scions of the great clans all str 278Reads6.3Score—Shelves
46. 46 视 Video Editing: A Countdown of the Ten Most Powerful Women 视频剪辑：盘点十大掌权女子 Nothing to Do with the Breeze与清风无关Urban621k WordsCompleted Follow Wu Chen through the dust of history and across five thousand years, as we discover which women once stood at the pinnacle of power and what they contributed to their dynasties. 29Reads5.4Score—Shelves
47. 47 重 Reborn in the 1980s: From the Start, I Took a Factory Job 重生八零，开局进厂打工 Jiang Twenty蒋二十Modern Romance1.2M WordsCompleted Ji Yunxi transmigrates into the role of a universally loathed supporting character, the female foil to the heroine. The heroine endures endless hardships without giving in, while Ji Yunxi lives in comfort, spoiled and cruel. During the 1987 wave of migrant labor, the heroine gets into college and finally holds her head high, while Ji Yunxi uses connections to land a job on an assembly line. The heroine lives out a romantic drama straight from real life every day, while Ji Yunxi seethes with jeal 47.5kReads8.4Score4.9kShelves

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    The book has a cheesy title, but it's well-organized and emotionally stable. I learned a lot about how to conduct myself in society. I really hope to be as eloquent as the female lead, knowing when to be ruthless and when to be gentle.

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