Books Worth Rereading for Their Quality 存一些愿意多刷品味的书

1. 1 仵 The Forensic Detective's Astonishing Cases 仵作惊华 Thin Moon Dwelling in Mist薄月栖烟Romance1.1M WordsCompleted New martial arts mystery series, "Bright Moon Crossing the Sword", now being serialized. A bloody case in the imperial court brought ruin upon the entire Yongxin Marquis household. Her grandfather and parents were sentenced to execution by beheading, while young Qi Xun narrowly escaped death and survived. Fifteen years later, the capital was as prosperous as ever. The new emperor had been on the th 88.1kFavorites120.1kClicks/ch141.2kGifts

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   Exploring the romantic subplot within the crime-solving storyline, this brother and sister duo is truly adorable, with the male lead exuding a strong "brotherly" vibe... Actually, regarding their interactions, I preferred Xiao Qi's early behavior. Fearing her identity would be exposed, she acted cautiously, yet was grateful for the male lead's care. Whether feigning ignorance or carefully concealing her true feelings, she was endearing. After her identity was revealed, the story became somewhat lackluster, which I found regrettable. Their relationship didn't progress further, and Xiao Qi ceased to be the central figure in the plot. I've always felt that if Fu Jue were truly "Fu Jue," his relationship with Qi Xun would be even more profound... Qi Xun, hiding her identity to overturn her family's case, wasn't consumed by hatred. For her, being a coroner wasn't just a means of survival; she diligently studied, solved cases with dedication, and spoke for the deceased, demonstrating a profound love. She also encountered different people hiding their identities for a single purpose, constantly reflecting on her choices. After Fu Jue's identity changed, it seemed he unloaded this burden from Xiao Qi. He naturally had the legitimacy to help Xiao Qi take responsibility, making Xiao Qi's choices less important. To me, this is a regrettable point.

2. 2 濯 The Record of Washing Tassels 濯缨录 Thin Moon Dwelling in Mist薄月栖烟Romance1.4M WordsCompleted The new wuxia mystery The Bright Moon Crosses the Sword is now underway. Visit my column to read it. After Qin Ying died in the line of duty, she transmigrated into an old-fashioned tragic romance as the vicious female supporting character. The original character was madly in love with the male lead. She went from a proud county princess to the laughingstock of the capital. In an attempt to claim t 159.4kFavorites371kClicks/ch252kGifts

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   Although set in ancient times, the male and female leads' collaboration in solving cases gave me the feeling of a modern crime drama partnership. There wasn't much romance, but their unspoken understanding while solving cases was like that of a long-married couple. One thing I really liked was the intellectual connection and equality between Xiao Xie and Ying Ying, which made their interactions comfortable and without any sense of disparity. The only downsides were the tedious and somewhat inefficient crime-solving process, and the author's overly formulaic descriptions of the characters' expressions… However, for the rare equal and respectful dynamic between the male and female leads in ancient romance novels, and the precious sense of partnership, I tolerated it.

3. 3 穿 Transmigrated to the Ming Dynasty to Take the Imperial Exams 穿到明朝考科举 Five-Colored Dragon Crest五色龙章Danmei (BL)1.3M WordsCompleted This is an entirely fictional transmigration-into-a-book story and has no connection to any real people or events. Modern college student Cui Xie transmigrates into the Ming dynasty as the son of a fifth-rank official. Unfortunately, as soon as he arrives, his father sends him back to their ancestral home in Qian'an. He settles in the small county town with two servants and sets out to live well, make money, and study for the imperial examinations. Step by step, he makes his way back to the cap 275.4kFavorites457.8kClicks/ch402.5kGifts

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   It's satisfying to watch the protagonist gradually improve their life, but I feel the author overuses the "hat-wearing" trope...

4. 4 本 This Prince Is a Good-for-Nothing 本王，废物 Green Robe, Apricot Grove青衣杏林Danmei (BL)624k WordsCompleted [Important: A younger, give-up-and-do-nothing prince bottom x an older emperor top with severe trust issues and a ruthless streak] Ji Weiqiu transmigrates into a book as the emperor's ninth son. When he's six, his older brother Ji Su kills off all the disobedient princes. In this vast empire, only two princes remain: one is eighteen, the other six. Their father is paralyzed, and their older brother rules as regent. Seeing the thoughtful look in his brother's eyes, Ji Weiqiu feels the hairs on hi 274.9kFavorites379.1kClicks/ch627.9kGifts

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   Actually, I quite liked the part where the younger brother thought he couldn't convey his emotions and wanted to kill someone. Love turning into hate is so delicious!

5. 5 天 The Will of Heaven Is a Romantic Affair 天意风流 The Moon God's Wild Ghost月神的野鬼Danmei (BL)758k WordsCompleted Li Zhi has had the same dream for as long as he can remember. In it, a fairy-like young man plays a flute for him beneath the moon, his gaze tender. One day, Li Zhi catches sight of Xie Heng, the eldest young master of the Xie family, from behind. He is struck by the sight, convinced that the divine young man from his dreams has come to life. Thus begins his fierce, one-sided pursuit of the man he loves. Just as it seems the two are about to understand each other and finally get together, the r 202.3kFavorites192.9kClicks/ch215.7kGifts

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   I'm still waiting, where's the extra chapter...?

6. 6 当 When the Armored General Moved the Emperor [Rebirth] 当年铁甲动帝王[重生] Bu Lianyi步帘衣Danmei (BL)641k WordsCompleted [My next novel will be a historical danmei: The Fake-Death Cat Returns. Blurb: Gu Lie conquered the realm, founded the Chu Dynasty, and ruled for fifty years. A wise ruler all his life, as he lay dying, he couldn’t stop thinking about General Di, whose stubbornness and decisiveness had always exasperated him. When he opens his eyes again, he finds himself facing the young Di Qiye, who has just joined the Chu army. Di Qiye turns and walks away. Th 166.5kFavorites206kClicks/ch173.9kGifts

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   At first, based on the synopsis, I thought the past life story would be tragic. But after reading it, I realized that while it was indeed tragic, it wasn't the typical kind of tragedy; it was more about the helplessness of fate. Xiao Gu and Xiao Di were both exceptionally talented individuals with their own principles. Their less-than-ideal beginnings led them further and further apart, ultimately resulting in a destined and tragic ending. The most heartbreaking part is that this ending was also a kind of liberation… In this life, the two have a chance to understand each other again, and watching them reconnect is truly heartwarming… My favorite aspect is that they respect and cherish each other in their relationship. It seems like they're setting aside the constraints of their identities and experiences to pursue happiness like everyone else, but it's precisely this process of "transcending" that makes their relationship so nuanced. The author is truly amazing; I cried buckets!

7. 7 渣 I Dumped the Tyrant, Then Faked My Death 渣了暴君后我死遁了 Shu Ning黍宁Romance446k WordsCompleted Lu Fufu, a girl from a poor mountain village, transmigrates into a book. Her mission is to turn the villainous tyrant in the story into a wise ruler. Mu Linchuan is a tyrant through and through: narrow-minded, gloomy, petty, and quick to turn against people. After rebels seize the capital, he loses the use of both legs. Lu Fufu, a discarded concubine living in the Cold Palace, carries him out of a heap of corpses. A Son of Heaven brought low: o 92.5kFavorites109.8kClicks/ch53.6kGifts

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   The process of the two getting to know each other and falling in love is well-written; it's not the cliché of two people's feelings rapidly developing after only a few meetings. Mu Linchuan is genuinely a pervert, but he's also genuinely good to the baby. The ending for the white moonlight is quite poignant; the cousin isn't a good man, and it seems his feelings for his wife are even less than those for the little tyrant.

8. 8 从 From the Dragon 从龙 Seven Water Bamboo Shoots七茭白Danmei (BL)187k WordsCompleted Blurb .If you have ever followed a dragon .Been fiercely burned by the tenderness hidden beneath his imposing exterior .Been gently moved by the loneliness concealed in his cold gaze .Been unable to predict his moods .Given up your own future .Always obeyed, always revered, always gazed up at him, always waited for him to decide your fate .Until one day .You understand that he loves you .Do you still have enough courage and strength to taste that little bit of sweetness? .Plot summary: .A cold 73kFavorites170.3kClicks/ch18.2kGifts

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   I love it! The way the two of them support each other is so beautiful!

9. 9 那 The Male Lead’s Good Friend 那个主角攻的好朋友 Shi Yi士一Danmei (BL)398k WordsCompleted He is the best wingman to the domineering top in every CEO romance. He is the wealthy investor friend of the movie-star top in every entertainment-industry novel. He is also the drinking buddy of the scum top in every groveling-after-the-breakup story. He is the indispensable yet utterly interchangeable background character who appears in every danmei novel. When the CEO falls in love, he comes up with a plan. When the movie star takes an interest, he makes the connections. When the scum top f 45.8kFavorites57.2kClicks/ch86.7kGifts

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   The "Very Good Friends Group" made me smile... The 11 stickers were also incredibly delicious; the imagery of lighting a cigarette was just so vivid!

10. 10 朕 I, the Foolish Emperor of a Fallen Kingdom??? 朕，亡国昏君？？？ Xi Wen戏问Danmei (BL)230k WordsCompleted Yan Taizong Xiao Heng spent his life fighting wars in the south and north, expanding his realm. During his reign, Great Yan grew rich and powerful, and its territory reached its greatest extent. Yet on his way back to the capital after personally leading a campaign, Taizong Xiao Heng suffered a relapse of an old illness and passed away. When he opened his eyes again, someone beside him cried out in terror, “Your Majesty, the rebels have entered the imperial city. Great Yan is doomed!” Xiao Hen 21.2kFavorites18.1kClicks/ch12.4kGifts

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    What an adorable couple! His Majesty is like a big cat, and the general is like a little dog. It's wonderful that they've realized their feelings and are now moving forward together without any hesitation.

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