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1. 51 原 A Letter from Yuan Li 原礼来信 Lin Chengmusen林城木森Baihe (GL)353k WordsCompleted In her third year of college, Jiang Yuqiao dropped out of medical school, returned to Yuanli High School, and became a twenty-year-old senior. Everyone said she was crazy. Medical school was so hard to get into. Some even speculated that she'd been expelled for disciplinary reasons. There were all kinds of opinions, both kind and cruel. One day, the old gatekeeper called her over and handed her a worn envelope. When she opened it, a postcard fell onto the desk. On the back was a faded bellflow 5.2kFavorites3.5kClicks/ch4.5kGifts

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   A very interesting campus novel I found the non-linear narrative quite interesting, with a strong cinematic feel. It's been a while since I last watched it, so I don't have much to say yet. I'll write more when I rewatch it sometime.

2. 52 纳21+ Taking a Concubine 纳妾 Nan Hu Tang南胡唐Baihe (GL)966k WordsCompleted 54.3kFavorites76.6kClicks/ch42.7kGifts

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   —They smashed this hateful world. It's a bit like a pseudo-master-disciple relationship. I like both main characters; they don't have any major conflicts or disagreements, or "angst-filled moments," which I also appreciate. I enjoy stories about career-oriented characters. The entire cast is female, including an empress who rebels against imperial power, but this wasn't really noticeable in the group scenes.

3. 53 魔 The Witch Nishang (GL) 魔女霓裳（gl） Eight Thousand Years八千岁Baihe (GL)1.2M WordsOngoing . What is fate? . Destiny? The will of heaven? Something irreversible? . I don't know. . I only know I can't bear to see a beautiful woman grow old, or to see love end in tragedy at the point of a sword. . My favorite peerless beauty, and my most hated love story. No great author seemed interested in writing it, so I had to do it myself to ease my frustration. . Updates may be irregular. The writing is rough, rambling, and slow-paced. 90.2kFavorites87.6kClicks/ch89.1kGifts

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   What I want to say has already been said by those who came before me (a burst of intense electric guitar music). Lian'er's character design is truly unique.

4. 54 钱 Qian Huahua 钱花花 Bamboo Shoot Sardine笋沙丁Baihe (GL)301k WordsCompleted [Free full text] Qian Huahua was reborn, returning to her senior year of high school. She saw Li Kai again. There were five years left until she died for her. - Perhaps Li Kai really did have what it took to be an actress. Her eyes were so captivating that she could make even a dog look devoted, if she wanted to. But Qian Huahua knew she would never fall in love with her again. She just had to hold on for one more year. Once the college entrance exams were over, she and Li Kai could go their sep 21kFavorites25.4kClicks/ch33kGifts

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   It's short and concise, with vivid characters, great romantic pairings, and a very interesting premise. The author also glossed over things nobody else wanted to see, which was quite professional, making for a very enjoyable read.

5. 55 和 After Going on a Parenting Reality Show by Agreement with My Omega Ex-Girlfriend 和Omega前女友协议上娃综后 Jian Sui见绥Baihe (GL)399k WordsCompleted [The complete novel costs less than half a cup of milk tea. When Qi Song woke up, she had transmigrated into a book as an unlucky supporting actress saddled with massive debt. Just as she was tearing her hair out over the debt, Yu Luo, the award-winning actress and the original character's ex-girlfriend, suddenly showed up at her door. They had broken up two years ago, yet Yu Luo was holding the hand of a three-year-old child. The kid 46.7kFavorites65.8kClicks/ch52.4kGifts

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   The romance was too cloying for me; I had to drink water after just a couple of lines to cleanse my palate. The author also used metaphors and jokes to address things JJ (a popular Chinese online literature platform) forbids, which I initially found humorous, but the sheer number of instances made it less enjoyable later on. Perhaps it's because of the ABO setting; the protagonists' romances felt like they were under a spell. Thankfully, things were resolved later, and the ending was decent. The ABO setting felt purely decorative, like a tool for the author to add a sense of destiny, and I just couldn't fathom how an Omega's pheromones could be manipulated like that.

6. 56 剑 Across the Green Mountains, We Meet Again 剑过青山又相逢 The Wind Has Stopped Too风亦停Baihe (GL)580k WordsCompleted “Fear no raging waves as you cross the sea; send the green mountains soaring into the open sky.” A relentless young manor lord and a charming swordswoman who keeps retreating At Jinglan Terrace, heroes gathered from far and wide. Qiu Wangshu, wielding “Star Reforged,” faced off against Yi Junsheng and her “Silver Floss in a Thicket.” The two swords clashed: one sharp as a shower of stars cleaving the eastern wind, the other soft as willow fluff, yet spirited enough to startle the thicket. They 12.1kFavorites8.5kClicks/ch9.8kGifts

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   It features martial arts, cute girls, and team-based gameplay. I liked the youthful spirit and mutual respect it evoked; it leaned towards a coming-of-age story, but unfortunately, the ending felt a bit rushed. Overall, it was quite heavy. I often felt that the main characters, these inexperienced kids just starting out, were like light, airy birds, and these heavy burdens shouldn't have been placed on their shoulders (it seems this generation of martial arts novelists isn't up to par). The main villain's character development is lacking. While there's a lot of writing about her before she went insane, creating a stark contrast with her post-madness state that piques curiosity, there's almost no exploration of her inner thoughts. Perhaps this is to avoid a whitewashing? It's a bit of a shame.

7. 57 和 After a Contractual Romance with the Scumbag Movie Queen 和渣女影后协议恋爱后 Jian Sui见绥Baihe (GL)235k WordsCompleted [The full novel costs just 5 yuan. Before Jiang Tian entered the entertainment industry, people warned her: Qi Puzhi is a seductress. Stay away from her, or she'll bewitch you. At a young age, she had already won three major Best Actress awards. Her name was known around the world, and her own entertainment company was thriving. But despite her immense talent, she had no morals. With money, power, and breathtaking beauty 23.9kFavorites29.5kClicks/ch16.1kGifts

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   Brainless sweet novels I don't really enjoy reading smut by authors, but I can sympathize with Dog 1 (again). It seems the author really loves writing about destined couples. The seemingly wicked girl is actually incredibly pure in love, but the beginning is too saccharine, to the point of being confusing. The story only gradually unfolds later, which can be a bit off-putting.

8. 58 本21+ I Find Her Disgusting 本座对她感到恶心 Deer Eater食鹿客Baihe (GL)441k WordsCompleted 36.3kFavorites35.5kClicks/ch69kGifts

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   The entire book is about 400,000 words long, and personally, I didn't find it as enjoyable as the previous two. A major strength of the author's writing is its captivating premise, but the plot and pacing issues remain as noticeable as ever, and the characters in this book didn't really appeal to me. The villainous cat character has obvious flaws, while the female lead, who tolerates her, seems particularly saintly (in a good way). However, the problem is mitigated when their positions are reversed later, which is quite interesting. However, I still don't like some of the settings, such as the slightly deliberate inclusion of ethical considerations by the author. It always feels particularly awkward, and maybe that's why I can't appreciate this kind of surreal work.

9. 59 偏 My Possessive Childhood Friend Is Still Playing Dumb Today 偏执青梅今天也在装傻 Keeping Your Favor留君意Baihe (GL)107k WordsCompleted Complete! The whole novel costs just 1.5 yuan. Thanks for supporting the official version! Come take a look~ When Yu Yingzhou was ten, her parents brought home a beautiful little girl who looked like a porcelain doll. Her name was Cheng Jiahe, and she was the beginning of Yu Yingzhou’s childhood nightmare. Cheng Jiahe had an intellectual disability. She would have fits, scream, and hit people. When she was ten, Cheng Jiahe took their parents’ affection away from Yu Yingzhou. At eleven, Cheng J 7.6kFavorites8.4kClicks/ch6.8kGifts

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   This was originally set in a dark and twisted sewer setting, with not a single character in a normal mental state. The two main characters were a match made in heaven, perfectly suited to wallow in the mire together. However, the dark atmosphere was just too intense, making the happy ending seem somewhat unrealistic in comparison... I mean, after experiencing all that, can a person's life really return to normal?

10. 60 我 My Junior Sister and I Don't Talk Romance 我与师妹不谈情 Mo Bailang墨白琅Baihe (GL)550k WordsCompleted [Completed] Shang Can is transmigrated into the body of the chief disciple of a cultivation sect. A brilliant young prodigy, full of confidence and ambition, she has always had everything go her way and has never faced any real hardship. Even her beautiful junior sister, whom everyone says is aloof and hard to approach, only smiles gently whenever she sees Shang Can and calls her “Senior Sister” in a sweet, obedient voice. Shang Can thinks things will always stay that way, but fate is hard to p 51kFavorites60.8kClicks/ch47.1kGifts

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    The plot is rather mediocre, with many parts that don't hold up to scrutiny. The final boss's appearance and exit, which were rather lackluster, felt rather unimpressive. However, some of the foreshadowing elements were cleverly placed and quite interesting. The writing style is somewhat reminiscent of Japanese light novels, and many parts feel a bit cringeworthy and childish, which takes some getting used to. While it's relatively easy to create compelling characters, it feels a bit overdone. I came for the junior sister character, but many of the other characters didn't quite suit my taste. Especially Kun Yao; I don't understand the purpose of her character. She seemed completely unremarkable, and her character development was mediocre. However, she had a lot of screen time and was deliberately portrayed as a deeply affectionate character, which was a bit off-putting. Didn't I come for a yuri (lesbian) story? Why am I watching a male supporting character's unrequited love? And the two main characters were quite compatible at first, but then the ending abruptly twisted, which felt a bit strange.

11. 61 新 The New New Princess Consort 新·新女驸马 Yang Huo杨惑Baihe (GL)570k WordsCompleted Also known as: The New Female Consort: Too Many Bugs to Patch Up This story is based on the TV series The New Female Consort. It's a fan work written as a gift to the original. I won't abandon it or put it behind a paywall. I'll finish it and that's that. Since the TV series is quite old and is considered a melodramatic train wreck, this story fixes the many plot holes in the show and softens the characters' flaws. It's mainly about redeeming the plot and falling in love. Offici 32.7kFavorites85.9kClicks/ch9.8kGifts

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    The Goddess of the Female Imperial Son-in-Law First of all, I haven't read the original novel of the TV series at all, but I can understand the author's desire to resolve plot holes, and I also really like the princess and prince consort character designs. My favorite part is probably the extra chapter where Xiao Feng devises a plan to lure Tianxiang; that scene is so sweet and vivid, I really love it… It easily reminds me of the scene in the TV series where Xiao Feng is eating sugarcane, a scene that's both composed and playful.

12. 62 驸 When Will the Princess's Consort Return Home? 驸马何日还乡 Lan Zhen兰振Baihe (GL)353k WordsCompleted Princess Xie Wenqiong, who only loves women, is forced to marry Yue Xijun, her consort who is disguised as a man, so she causes a scene at the wedding. The spoiled Xie Wenqiong makes things difficult for Yue Xijun at every turn. Her scheming consort deftly counters each move, but Xie Wenqiong unexpectedly discovers that she is a woman. Yue Xijun thought Xie Wenqiong detested her, and that faking her death to escape would be exactly what the princess wanted. But... Carrying their marriage contra 9.5kFavorites13.2kClicks/ch6.4kGifts

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    I quite liked this book. The princess and prince consort character setting seems a bit controversial, but I personally think the highlight is their growth, from mutual dislike to mutual appreciation, which is quite interesting. However, some emotional shifts felt abrupt, and the latter half had a lot of twists and turns, making it a bit exhausting to read. However, my favorite part was the subtle banter between the princess and the prince consort. The author's writing is excellent, and these scenes were quite interesting, vividly showcasing their lively personalities. Compared to "Peaceful Community," I still prefer the author's elegant and refined style when writing ancient Chinese literature. I look forward to it!

13. 63 奔21+ Attending a Funeral 奔丧 Nan Hu Tang南胡唐Baihe (GL)324k WordsCompleted 43.8kFavorites30.7kClicks/ch29.4kGifts

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    A pretty good Chinese folk horror story, set in an all-female world. The cover didn't initially make a good impression, but the content was surprisingly excellent.

14. 64 同 All My Colleagues Are Animals 同事都是小动物 Jian Sui见绥Baihe (GL)480k WordsCompleted [Writing is hard. Ye Qingyu has had enough of working herself to the bone, so she quits without hesitation and decides to find an easy job where she can coast toward retirement. That day, her new boss, a beautiful and gentle woman, interviews her personally. She asks just one question: “Do you like animals?” “Mm-hmm! I love red pandas...” At that, the new boss’s eyes light up, and she hires Ye Qingyu on the spot. - After starting at her new company, Ye 46.4kFavorites49.9kClicks/ch133.7kGifts

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    A sweet and refreshing story with an all-female worldview. This is probably the most enjoyable book I've read lately. The lack of plot is actually a big advantage; cuteness really can be a lifesaver! The animals are wonderful—a wide variety, very heartwarming, and incredibly adorable. One of the main characters is a red panda; I recommend finding some red panda videos to watch while eating. There are many romantic pairings, each with its own highlights. It's a pity there are too few side stories for the supporting couples. I really love reading stories about older sister/dog relationships.

15. 65 乱 Countdown to Chaos: The Game 乱世倒计时游戏 Gu Liluo顾篱落Baihe (GL)372k WordsCompleted [A lot of friends unfamiliar with online-game settings have asked about this, so here’s a quick explanation. In most online games, a “sect” is like a “school,” mainly for learning skills; a “guild” is like a “company,” mainly for working, with running dungeons being roughly equivalent to doing projects.] Three months before a full-dive game launches, Liang Tianyu, a gaming addict with exceptional skills, is threatened by a group from her school’s gaming club. A bunch of male college students vo 3.4kFavorites1.2kClicks/ch3.7kGifts

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    This is probably one of the most regrettable books I've ever read. The story is incredibly detailed, with meticulous and comprehensive settings ranging from the game world to society, especially the game aspect. Frankly, I haven't read many online game novels, but this is the most interesting one I've ever read about games. If a similar game were released, I'd definitely buy it immediately. Moreover, the author is writing about a fully immersive VR game, a concept often seen in art, but I find it somewhat unimaginable in reality. Even with this sense of disconnect, I still find the game depicted by the author very engaging. Unfortunately, it's a bit too short to fully explain everything, resulting in a lot of information being compressed, making the plot somewhat chaotic. For example, the transition from the game to real-world combat after the game ends was a personal favorite, but the pacing was too fast; many parts could have been explored more thoroughly. I look forward to the author's future works. As for the romance, it's minimal, and I feel the author isn't particularly skilled at writing it. However, I personally don't think it's especially important. Perhaps I think it's perfectly normal for two outstanding women to be attracted to each other, like magnets...

16. 66 卧 I'm About to Become the Boss While Undercover in an Immortal Sect 卧底仙门的我快成老大了 Baichuan Jiezi白川芥子Baihe (GL)386k WordsCompleted [I couldn't get the first line of the blurb to indent, so I added a line at random.] Wen Yan's public identity is one of the Seven Swords of the Sword Sect, the foremost sect of the immortal path. Her secret identity is an undercover agent from Wuchang Sect, the foremost sect of the demonic path, planted inside the Sword Sect. The title of Seven Swords is passed down through generations in the Sword Sect. Its holders represent the strongest fighters of the younger generation, and each sect leade 9.9kFavorites8.8kClicks/ch11.6kGifts

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    It's alright, the romance is so-so, the first half focuses on career, the second half on love. I've always liked the author's plots, even though I've read many fantasy novels, I still found this one very interesting. Unfortunately, this one is a bit short, but the romance hasn't changed much from previous works, leaving it feeling somewhat mediocre. It's like entering a game and immediately fighting the big boss, then retiring and starting the epilogue. And the author's quirks remain consistently consistent; the descriptions in the synopsis are never apparent from the main text. I don't particularly care, but I don't understand why.

17. 67 尾 Let Me Touch Your Tail 尾巴给我摸一摸 Maple-Washed Youth沐枫轻年Baihe (GL)1.2M WordsCompleted Novel Blurb: Yan Zhao was born with blocked meridians and cannot cultivate. She is the Fuyun Sect's infamous good-for-nothing. The sect leader sends her down the mountain under the pretext of gaining experience, and the entire sect waits to laugh at her. The geniuses from the neighboring peak even boast that she will never make it back. Not long after leaving the mountain, Yan Zhao finds a spirit fox. The little fox is lively, adorable, mischievous, and impossibly beautiful. Yan Zhao falls for 45.1kFavorites47.1kClicks/ch103.4kGifts

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    The long-awaited novel by Mu Feng, a long novel for young people, still has that familiar feel. Compared to the previous works, this one should be more lighthearted and humorous, with the protagonist having many overpowered abilities, which is good. Some of the conflicts feel forced, making some characters seem like complete idiots. However, the characters' personalities are quite inconsistent throughout, showing the author was rewriting as they went, which is good—at least they made changes, even if some of them feel forced. The most obvious issue is the abundance of somewhat absurdly abstract male characters in the early episodes, who then become practically nonexistent later on. However, the deletions seem a bit excessive, removing foreshadowing and failing to resolve the plot points later on. I really like younger kids; it feels like a gentle form of parenting, especially since the reader is a mother. Watching a child go from eating raw meat at the beginning to becoming strong, sensible, and polite, eventually growing into a happy child with both mother's love and care, is so adorable!

18. 68 食 Nourishment Therapy (GL) 食补（gl） Eight Thousand Years八千岁Baihe (GL)695k WordsCompleted Not every golden finger leads to greatness, and not every lucky person dreams of untold riches. Through hard work in every season, small miracles quietly blossoming in the corners of the city are miracles too. How lucky we are: what was broken can be mended. A light, mid-length slice-of-life story with familiar tropes, as listed in the tags. The romance is slow and innocent, and I tend to ramble. Please bear with me. I’m writing this to get back into the swing of things. The main story is compl 23.8kFavorites28.1kClicks/ch109.4kGifts

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    What you keep in mind will eventually come to pass. This farming novel, which has remained popular for many years, has finally found its footing again, and it left me with a few mixed feelings. I'm not very good at empathizing, but the protagonist's unwillingness to give up and his persistence are very infectious. The author, Baqian, writes very well, and the brilliance of overcoming adversity feels like I'm right there with him. This process of going from nothing to something and then to more is fascinating, which is probably why I always have a soft spot for farming novels. I also particularly like one line from the copy: "How fortunate that what is destroyed can be repaired."

19. 69 又 Hunted by the Grim Reaper Again [Quick Transmigration] 又被死神追杀了[快穿] Pepper Salt Tangerine椒盐橘Baihe (GL)532k WordsCompleted Unlucky Lin Muqing fell to her death, then took on a job fixing bugs after she died. She diligently searched for clues in small worlds and worked hard to earn points. No one warned her that a grim reaper named Zhu Baisui had been pursuing her for several lifetimes, disguising himself as someone close to her and always taking her life on some rainy day. Lin Muqing: “Why are you hunting me?” Zhu Baisui: “I’m carrying out a mission.” Lin Muqing: “Huh?” When Zhu Baisui killed her, he called her b 8.5kFavorites5.8kClicks/ch15.5kGifts

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    This should be the author's third book, and the writing style is significantly improved compared to the previous one, especially the opening rural setting, which is brilliantly written. The emotions of the supporting characters are vivid and realistic, like a tangled ball of yarn with a discernible pattern; each character's actions and thoughts are traceable. However, the author mentioned that writing this part was very energy-consuming, and as a reader, I felt the same way. Developing characters is, in effect, a form of self-analysis. Fortunately, the later content is largely different in style and quite interesting. The world-building is intriguing, with subtle foreshadowing connecting the beginning and the end, perfectly complementing the happy ending. The only slightly odd aspect is the contrasting character settings of the two main characters in the original world compared to the other worlds; they feel somewhat out of place, almost like role-playing. However, the personalities of the two main characters in the original world are the most realistic, and looking back at the earlier parts of the story feels like unraveling a mystery—perhaps flashbacks are more effective than chronological order. In the third world, Zhu seems indifferent, while Lin has a strong personal aura and is quite self-centered. Then, in the original world, you realize that Zhu is the most stubborn and obstinate one, which is rather funny. As for why I didn't mention the first two worlds, it's because these two are practically a couple playing a role-playing game; even if you separate them, it doesn't feel impactful, and the continuity isn't particularly strong. And the author doesn't spend a lot of time on the suffering, and simplifies it a lot in the later parts, which is really great. It's very friendly to readers like me who don't want to read endless, repetitive death plots.

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