Novels actually worth reading and (gasp) re-reading for the heart & soul
Novels actually worth reading and (gasp) re-reading for the heart & soul
After reading on NovelUpdates since 2018, this is my ongoing list of novels that were actually worth my time. I will mark which novels are for casual reading or not worth re-reading.
- No specific genre or plot types.
- Mix of het, BL, and novels with no romance for the protagonist.
- Some healthy and some not-so-healthy relationships, but this is fiction!
- Some are more plot-heavy with lots of feelings, while others are for casual reading or a break from tragedy.
- Novels by MXTX and any novels with official English localization not included on the list.
- No specific genre or plot types.
- Mix of het, BL, and novels with no romance for the protagonist.
- Some healthy and some not-so-healthy relationships, but this is fiction!
- Some are more plot-heavy with lots of feelings, while others are for casual reading or a break from tragedy.
- Novels by MXTX and any novels with official English localization not included on the list.
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Created: Jan 16th, 2024, Updated: Jul 15th, 2025
Created Jan 16th, 2024
Updated Jul 15th, 2025
1149 Chapters Every 3.4 Day(s) 41827 Readers 613 Reviews 08-12-2025
Ongoing but 100% worth it. Isekai, well-written, found-family, hilarious, and includes a cute dragon. Lazy, strategic, clever, and awesome MC. 10/10 plot with the loviest, fleshed-out side characters. Has a webtoon.... more>>
21 Chapters Every 65.2 Day(s) 1512 Readers 18 Reviews 01-27-2023
*I promise you will thoroughly enjoy the novel if you read it all at once, carefully, and without the influence of others’ comments and reviews. Go in with no expectations. Read the novel without spoilers and without reading the comments, AND THEN go read the comments on the translator’s blogs which contains spoilers.*... more>>
92 Chapters Every 105 Day(s) 7724 Readers 124 Reviews 01-30-2025
Is actually completed, fully translated (figure it out), and has a sequel. Beautifully written and stays true to each character’s background and personality. 10/10 plot... more>>
69 Chapters Every 85.9 Day(s) 6430 Readers 144 Reviews 10-19-2024
I love a good wife-chasing crematorium and love that transcends lifetimes. Read if you want hurt, pain, sacrifice, and drama. Heartbreak, possessiveness, vengeful, and showcases... more>>
441 Chapters Every 147.2 Day(s) 22726 Readers 574 Reviews 05-26-2021
Will make you believe in love even in ancient times when women were considered disposable pawns and men rule. Respectful, mischievous, committed, and strong love.... more>>
108 Chapters Every 81.7 Day(s) 5343 Readers 57 Reviews 04-19-2022
Confident MC with strong boundaries, control over his story, and interesting dynamic between him and his lovers. A great wife-chasing crematorium. Oh how the tables... more>>
487 Chapters Every 30.2 Day(s) 6042 Readers 71 Reviews 05-20-2024
Extremely tragic. “Love is letting go” is the theme. The scenes of Wei Lan and Luo Wei through their youth and adulthood and old age... more>>
210 Chapters Every 203.6 Day(s) 10461 Readers 96 Reviews 04-03-2018
The entire Mistaken Marriage Match series is good but this is my favorite. A bit more plot than romance, but it’s well-written. Reincarnation, strong female... more>>
552 Chapters Every 3.4 Day(s) 5386 Readers 36 Reviews 08-12-2025
Started as a casual read, but became a serious obsession. I love all the MLs (all with interesting backgrounds and hilarious interactions) and the main... more>>
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145 Chapters Every 99.8 Day(s) 11965 Readers 217 Reviews 05-02-2024
Amazing humor and cute couple who support each other. I love their heartwarming team and funny dynamics. One of the best e-sports BL. Good for... more>>
123 Chapters Every 234.9 Day(s) 15732 Readers 370 Reviews 01-05-2016
Smart, strategic, lazy cat protagonist. Based in Ancient China, so expect period typical themes. Good translation, but hard to follow the specific terms if you’re not used to pinyin or reading these type of novels. Feminist without saying the word feminist, show and not tell.... more>>
108 Chapters Every 188.7 Day(s) 14790 Readers 263 Reviews 12-19-2017
Lazy female protagonist. Similar to To Be A Virtuous Wife, but not as good. Ok translation, but hard to follow the specific terms if you’re... more>>
214 Chapters Every 94.9 Day(s) 9278 Readers 105 Reviews 07-25-2024
Cute couple with lots of chemistry and comedy between the couple and team members. Money can fix everything LOL. One of the best e-sports BL.... more>>
84 Chapters Every 63.2 Day(s) 3975 Readers 30 Reviews 02-08-2023
Good for casual reading. Comedic, interesting plot. MC has funny inner monologue.
101 Chapters Every 78.5 Day(s) 5548 Readers 112 Reviews 05-31-2022
116 Chapters Every 41.7 Day(s) 4562 Readers 91 Reviews 12-30-2023
College love. Reincarnation, relying on each other, gratefulness for each other, importance of family of choice and not blood, and overcoming rough situations and tragic... more>>
50 Chapters Every 192.1 Day(s) 16350 Readers 269 Reviews 10-03-2017
Strong female protagonist who’s not afraid of what others say, loves food, and has creative ideas. As the summary says, she transmigrated and the ML... more>>
178 Chapters Every 32.9 Day(s) 2725 Readers 38 Reviews 07-13-2025
I read the MTL version just to finish this, but it’s better to wait for the slow translation. Evil, redemption, sacrifices, wife-chasing crematorium. Do not expect a sweet, healthy love story. A slow burn that requires careful reading. Only worth re-reading if you didn’t understand certain cultivation world mechanics on the first read.... more>>
156 Chapters Every 103.3 Day(s) 16018 Readers 325 Reviews 07-18-2021
A rare, good horror BL emerges! Not worth re-reading unless the horror BL well is really dry for you.
129 Chapters Every 62.1 Day(s) 5963 Readers 109 Reviews 02-04-2023
Good for casual reading. Not worth re-reading.
140 Chapters Every 17.5 Day(s) 3361 Readers 60 Reviews 03-30-2025
About learning to live for oneself, dog blood drama, wife chasing crematorium, redemption. You may or may like the ending. I read the untranslated chapters... more>>
80 Chapters Every 9.3 Day(s) 2826 Readers 27 Reviews 06-11-2025
Romance centered story. Wife chasing crematorium where the MC is reborn and learns how to love himself and prioritize living for himself. He grows and sets boundaries in a healthy way, learns about his wants and needs, and tries to live life without regrets. Although ongoing (as it is for everyone), he learns how to communicate. MC is smart, kind to those who deserve it, hard-working, honest with his feelings, good at business and soft-tempered.... more>>
97 Chapters Every 47.7 Day(s) 3350 Readers 32 Reviews 09-09-2023
Good for casual reading. Good humor. Not worth re-reading.
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