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Classic Psychological Fiction Books: Exploring the Depths of the Human Mind

If you are an avid reader with a keen interest in delving into the complex workings of the human mind, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will explore some of the most captivating classic psychological fiction books that offer profound insights into the depths of human psychology and emotions.

1. "Crime and Punishment" by Fyodor Dostoevsky:
Regarded as a masterpiece of Russian literature, this novel delves into the mind of the tormented protagonist, Raskolnikov, as he battles with guilt and the consequences of his actions. Dostoevsky's gripping narrative and exploration of the psychology of crime and redemption make this novel a must-read for any literature enthusiast.

2. "The Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger:
This iconic novel follows the journey of Holden Caulfield, a troubled teenager, as he navigates the complexities of adolescence and struggles with his own identity. Salinger's skillful portrayal of the mind of a disillusioned youth provides readers with a thought-provoking exploration of alienation and the search for meaning.

3. "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" by Ken Kesey:
Set in a mental institution, this powerful novel offers a unique insight into the world of psychiatric patients and the oppressive system that governs their lives. Kesey's vivid characters and exploration of the balance between conformity and individuality make this book a compelling examination of the human psyche.

4. "The Bell Jar" by Sylvia Plath:
Drawing heavily from Plath's own experiences, this semi-autobiographical novel chronicles the mental breakdown of Esther Greenwood. Plath's poetic prose and honest portrayal of mental illness and societal expectations shed light on the complexities of female identity and the fragility of the human mind.

5. "1984" by George Orwell:
While primarily a dystopian novel, "1984" delves deep into the psychological effects of living under constant surveillance and a totalitarian regime. Orwell's portrayal of psychological manipulation and the erosion of individuality serves as a stark warning against the perils of unchecked power and government control.

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In conclusion, these classic psychological fiction books not only captivate readers with their compelling narratives but also offer profound insights into the human psyche. Whether you are interested in exploring the dark corners of the mind or understanding the complexities of human behavior, these novels will surely satisfy your intellectual curiosity. So, grab a cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and prepare to embark on a mind-bending journey through the pages of these timeless classics.
Son, the prince is not your father. Fiction
Son, the prince is not your father.

On the wedding night, he stood outside the door, watching as she lost her innocence to a subordinate. The messy bridal chamber, the glaring blood red. He remained expressionless as he said, "You will be the permanent mistress of the royal residence. If you become pregnant, the child will be given my surname." With a heart that was ruthlessly trampled upon, she cursed like a madwoman, "You will live a lonely life, without descendants." And then, she rammed her head into a pillar and died. When she opened her eyes again, she was no longer herself, but she found herself pregnant. Although the child bore the surname of the prince, it was not his offspring. She was confused, frustrated. Oh, son, the prince is not your father, so whose child are you? New novel "Fatal Temptation: Colonel, Don't Dote on Me". Looking forward to everyone's support and bookmark.

38.75 Million words | 2023-01-24 07:32Update

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My world revolves around you. Fiction
My world revolves around you.

Time leaves light footsteps, stirring up memories of our past love. We loved each other fiercely, disregarding everything else. What caused us to misunderstand each other and hurt one another? "Can I be her bridesmaid?""Why?""Because then I can enter the sacred halls of marriage with you!" Yan Ningyue once said that the luckiest and unluckiest thing in her life was meeting Shen Junhan. Yan Ningyue was an orphan, pure-hearted and gentle, only desiring a simple life. But fate had a different plan for her and introduced a man named Shen Junhan into her life. Her life was no longer peaceful, as they started to grow fond of each other. However, due to an accident, their love quietly shattered, like a delicate thread binding them tightly, unable to struggle free, becoming more entangled with each passing day... Shen Junhan: "My world is filled with you! It was in the past, and it will be in the future! I only ask for a chance! A chance to redeem myself!" [Reader urging for updates:] Welcome to join~ Sina Weibo [Yang Gege Ya] Welcome to follow~ Welcome to interact~

31.82 Million words | 2023-01-26 20:08Update

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Dazzling Beauty Fiction
Dazzling Beauty

She, the Princess of Donghe, single-handedly carried the fate of Donghe on her delicate shoulders. As she walked unsteadily, the image of the man she yearned for in her heart grew distant. The man sitting in the wheelchair gazed at her quietly and said, "Aning, don't be afraid. I will always be by your side." The man dressed in purple, with an unparalleled charisma, coldly held her neck and sneered, "Debt? What I want has never been just a debt!" In the dilapidated Qingyue Pavilion, the person shook his fan with a shallow smile, "To lie drunk on a beauty's lap, to wake up holding the power of the world, isn't that a joy in life? Why should I refuse?" Amidst the struggles and intrigues of power, can they keep their original intentions? Can they join hands and conquer the world with laughter? "Unparalleled Beauty" invites you to compose a chaotic world's melodious song together.

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The Chronicles of the Legitimate Daughter Fiction
The Chronicles of the Legitimate Daughter

She was originally a concubine's daughter in the An Guo Marquis Mansion, clever, beautiful, and proud. With her father's peerage, their branch finally gained a sense of pride, no longer being oppressed by the main branch. Yutan should be happy, but she couldn't feel the joy. Her father brought back a concubine and her half-brother was registered under the mother's name... At this moment, Yutan never expected that her life would change because of this younger brother.

22.74 Million words | 2023-04-27 02:54Update

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Fairyland Alipay Fiction
Fairyland Alipay

Asia's dance king, I only admire Nicholas Zhao Si; as a web writer, I only admire the super red packet master. —— From a well-known platinum-level joke master on Qidian. The reader's thinking can no longer keep up with the rhythm of the super red packet master's show-off. —— Tang Xiaohu, the protagonist of this story. I have a date with a deity, snatching a red packet and going home to farm; with my precious treasure, I develop industries, and wildly livestream with friends. I have everything you want! Let Tang Xiaohu take you on a different path to riches in a unique urban cultivation legend.

324.82 Million words | 2021-04-06 19:35Update

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Late Marriage of Great Favor Fiction
Late Marriage of Great Favor

Eight years ago, the second young master of the Huo family, Huo Jiangcheng, voluntarily divorced and was beaten by old man Huo before being thrown out. Shortly after, the divorced An Shu happily married her childhood sweetheart, Su Yicheng. She thought she would be happy for the rest of her life, but after getting married, she discovered that her husband had someone else in his heart. Six years later, Shu Tong took the initiative to divorce Su Yicheng. Overnight, she went from being the wealthy Miss An to a destitute woman on the streets. In the run-down streets, she bumped into Huo Jiangcheng. Huo Jiangcheng was hidden in the darkness, holding a cigarette in his hand. The surroundings were dim, but the flickering flame carried a hint of warmth. Second Young Master Huo asked her: "Are you willing to marry me?" PS: Continuing the style of "Warm Marriage Honey Love," a sweet and heartwarming daily life story without cruelty, with love coming after marriage. Weibo: A small wutong tree lst. Complete work: "Warm Marriage Honey Love

60.52 Million words | 2020-11-05 19:08Update

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Old Love [Rebirth] Fiction
Old Love [Rebirth]

Chen Lou, a person with sharp teeth and a narrow mind, has been bothered for several years by being mistaken for someone else by Guan Yu. One day, they both were reborn. Guan Yu & Chen Lou: Stay the hell away from me! →_→ With their past love scattered, after being reborn, they had nothing to do with each other.

216.71 Million words | 2022-10-23 18:22Update

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The strongest minion in the Valley of Kings. Fiction
The strongest minion in the Valley of Kings.

"I'll say it once more: from now on, what I, Ding Huai, say counts!" Who is Ding Huai? A new hero? No, he is just one of the countless blue minions in the Valley of Kings. "Why? Because when I was a minion, I could get a pentakill! Because I can fight in any mode in the Valley of Kings!" "Solo! Are you coming or not?" [Minion] kills [Diaochan], [Minion] kills [Zhuge Liang], [Minion] kills [Li Bai]... "So, who else dares to disobey?!"

30.37 Million words | 2021-07-01 00:23Update

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Arrogant Male Lead in the Crisis of the End Times. Fiction
Arrogant Male Lead in the Crisis of the End Times.

Lan Yuxi accidentally fell into the post-apocalyptic future... Faced with ubiquitous mutant plants and rampant high-level zombies, Lan Yuxi felt like she had stepped into the world of Plants vs. Zombies, but the adorable plants had all turned traitor, allying themselves with the zombies. Exciting scene: "Ah~~~ you, you actually!" a certain woman covered her chest and shamelessly opened her mouth. "I... I didn't mean to!" a certain man vigorously shook his hand that he wanted to chop off immediately, his face turning purple as he explained. "I don't care, you have to take responsibility for me." the certain woman started to act shamelessly. "You... can't even think about it!" the certain man gritted his teeth and refused to compromise. "Ah~~~ help! There's someone here, ugh..." unabashedly, the certain woman shouted loudly. "Shameless! Fine, I agree." the certain man's face turned grim, covering the certain shameless one's mouth in resignation.

221.12 Million words | 2023-04-05 09:03Update

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The Domineering General Ascends to Godhood. Fiction
The Domineering General Ascends to Godhood.

Zhao Xi, a military commander, was inexplicably chosen as a candidate. It is said that as long as the task is completed, one can become an immortal god for eternity. Unfortunately, Zhao Xi's reaction to becoming a god was quite fluctuating: "Did they even ask for my opinion before choosing me as a candidate? Who came up with this system? I'll have to give them a good beating someday. Well, it doesn't seem too bad, I guess..." Here's how Xingchen responded: "Hehe, do you need something? Hehehe, if you have the guts, go ahead and give it a try. Hmph, now you know the greatness of Lord Xingchen, huh?" Important note: This story is fictional, please don't take it too seriously. It's a fictional work, but not a time-travel story. As for the male lead character, it's undecided. With my female lead around, he's practically dispensable. Naming characters is not my strong suit, so please bear with it. They say people who like to laugh and often smile are very lucky. I wish you all a pleasant read and constant laughter (*

37.82 Million words | 2020-07-12 22:32Update

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The President's Substitute Bride Fiction
The President's Substitute Bride

When the truth behind the conspiracy was revealed, it turned out that everything was because of a joke... She was married off as a tool for revenge in her family, to a cold and heartless person. As she got entangled in a series of conspiracies and assassinations, she gradually uncovered the truth behind her parents' death. His coldness and heartlessness were bestowed upon everyone, but his tenderness, since the moment he met her, was reserved exclusively for her. Whether eight years ago or eight years later... A tale of love and hatred within a wealthy family, transcending family ties, cutting off emotional ties, ultimately leading to a worry-free life for only one person, for the rest of their lives.

93.26 Million words | 2022-07-26 17:04Update

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Knight of the Game in Another World Fiction
Knight of the Game in Another World

As the strongest knight player, starting from zero, I embarked on a brand new life in a different world, striving to reach the pinnacle once again.

481.63 Million words | 2022-03-14 19:03Update

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Love and Marriage: The Icy Boss Spoils to the Heavens Fiction
Love and Marriage: The Icy Boss Spoils to the Heavens

He is a well-known handsome and rich man, and she is a willful and spoiled fallen beauty. In order to save her father's hard work, she had to sign a lifelong contract. On their wedding night, a certain man said, "You cannot climb onto my bed!" "You are not allowed to talk to me in the company!" "You cannot publicly say that I am your husband!" But five years later, a certain man begged and pleaded and said, "Wife, I want to hold you in my arms!" "Wife, come to my company and find me." "Wife, call me husband."

166.96 Million words | 2020-08-06 21:39Update

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Urban Divine King Fiction
Urban Divine King

Yang Feng, an ordinary urban commoner. A kind-hearted hero saves a beauty, but he becomes her rejected pursuer's scapegoat. From then on, he transforms and becomes her fake fiancé, receiving "maintenance fees". Taking someone's money means facing their troubles. Engaging in battles of wits with wealthy and handsome men, trampling on the second-generation officials, protecting flowers is not an easy path to walk. However, besides being a fake fiancé, Yang Feng also has a headache. Lately, his luck has been improving, peach blossoms are blooming, and beautiful women are continuously entering his life. Unable to avoid or escape, Yang Feng helplessly says, "Alright..."

124.87 Million words | 2023-02-08 23:12Update

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The Spring Affairs in the Northern Dynasty Fiction
The Spring Affairs in the Northern Dynasty

"I see you still reside in the women's chamber as an unmarried lady, yet you have already lost your chastity to someone, and bore three illegitimate children. You were even involved with the emperor of the Great Zhou Dynasty, and had intimate relations with me... You are truly not a decent woman." When we first met, he looked down upon her. "For you, I am willing to abandon my aristocratic status. Even if I have nothing, are you still afraid that you won't be deserving of me?" Later on, he was willing to give up everything for her. But she ended up going from a prestigious lady to a courtesan. Unexpectedly, when she was given another chance at life, she fought fiercely to protect herself from schemers, power-hungry officials, and to safeguard her family's honor, all for the sake of living uprightly! Unfortunately, fate plays its tricks. When certain truths come to light, how will she handle herself?

236.42 Million words | 2022-11-16 20:24Update

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Iron Blood Special Forces Fiction
Iron Blood Special Forces

They are the most mysterious beings; they are the soldiers who make all criminals tremble with fear; they are the guardians of the nation, the last line of defense in upholding the rights of their homeland; he is the king of the special forces world, the formidable warrior who gives all evildoers a headache; for friends, he is willing to lay down his life; for family, he would shed blood within five steps; his unique charisma makes him the darling of women, who flock to him, offering their embraces! ... (New book, absolutely thrilling, with a variety of scenes, everything you could imagine, it will not disappoint readers' expectations, hoping for everyone's support, collection, rewards, votes, reviews, the Sword of Romance is greatly appreciated!)

59.67 Million words | 2021-11-15 12:59Update

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The CEO's Love Hunt Fiction
The CEO's Love Hunt

The new book "Drunk with a Kiss: Princess in Chaos" is being serialized. Welcome everyone to check it out. She is the chairman of the Happiness Group, young and beautiful, like a celestial being, but at the age of 28, there is no one interested in her. How sad! No, the husband-hunting plan is officially implemented! She has set her sights on the manager of the Lucky Cloud Group, and immediately starts the pursuit plan! First, she disguises herself as his assistant to enter the Lucky Cloud Group. Who dares to obstruct her? Money, take care of it! Finally, her wish is fulfilled! Well, the next step is naturally to marry into his family. As a candidate for his housemaid assistant, what is her background? Well, during her youth, she was the one taking care of a group of younger siblings, cooking, cleaning, sweeping the floor, she excelled at everything. That old man seems to be so arrogant, right? It's okay. Just because his grandson is good-looking, I will serve him with tenderness! What? This house doesn't belong to the manager? It belongs to the chairman

14.09 Million words | 2020-11-07 15:58Update

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Super Apocalypse Fiction
Super Apocalypse

This is an awesome system. This is a cool and stylish gate. With the system installed, open the gate and unlimited opportunities are at hand. This is an extraordinary journey of an ordinary young man. Breaking out of the city, I can freely roam the vast universe...

136.62 Million words | 2023-05-23 11:26Update

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The System of Cultivating a Village Chief Fiction
The System of Cultivating a Village Chief

"Do you want to be the village chief?" A cold voice echoed in Li Tiancai's mind. "Well, I do. Being the village chief is also a kind of official position, right? It's better to be the village chief than to starve like this!" Li Tiancai answered without hesitation. "Very well, very well, as you wish!" The cold voice sounded again. "Wait, who are you? Where are you speaking to me from?" Li Tiancai suddenly woke up, realizing that there was no one else in the house. Where did this voice come from? What on earth is going on?

517.64 Million words | 2020-09-12 04:09Update

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The Secret of the Riches Fiction
The Secret of the Riches

Reborn, she undergoes a magnificent transformation. Deceive me, I'll pay you back a hundredfold! Hurt me, I'll make sure you suffer! In this life, the one who laughs last will surely be me! "Miss Yi, are you not afraid of encountering someone even more vicious, taking advantage of you in such ruthless ways?" Pei Shao raised an eyebrow and asked. "Pei Shao, is this vicious person you're referring to yourself?" Yi Ruoshui countered. "Miss Yi, if you dare to try, I will make sure there's nothing left of you, not even your bones," Pei Tianyi said, and in the next second, he embraced her tightly.

144.48 Million words | 2021-03-09 22:42Update

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