In the vast world of literature, it can sometimes be difficult to determine what fiction is based on reality. However, there are certain genres and subgenres that lend themselves more to reality-based narratives. If you're seeking novels that are grounded in reality before delving into fantastical worlds and characters, here are some recommendations for you.
1. Historical Fiction:
Historical fiction blends real events and figures with fictional elements, offering readers a glimpse into the past. One notable author in this genre is Hilary Mantel, known for her acclaimed novels "Wolf Hall" and "Bring Up the Bodies," which explore the life of Thomas Cromwell in the court of Henry VIII. Other highly regarded historical fiction authors include Philippa Gregory and Ken Follett.
2. Crime Fiction:
Crime fiction often draws inspiration from real-life criminal cases and investigative procedures. If you enjoy gripping crime novels rooted in reality, consider reading the works of renowned authors such as Agatha Christie ("Murder on the Orient Express"), Raymond Chandler ("The Big Sleep"), or Stieg Larsson ("The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo").
3. Biographical Novels:
Biographical novels delve into the lives of real people, offering readers an intimate understanding of their experiences. One highly regarded author in this genre is Hilary Mantel, who also wrote the fictionalized biography "The Mirror & the Light" about Thomas Cromwell. Other notable biographical novelists include Colm Tóibín ("The Master") and Philippa Gregory ("The Other Boleyn Girl").
4. Contemporary Realism:
For readers seeking stories set in the present day, contemporary realism offers a plethora of options. Authors like Celeste Ng ("Little Fires Everywhere"), Jhumpa Lahiri ("The Namesake"), and Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie ("Americanah") craft deeply human narratives that explore the complexities of society, relationships, and personal growth.
To discover more fiction based on reality, there are numerous websites and platforms dedicated to book recommendations. Goodreads and Book Riot are popular platforms where readers can find curated lists and reviews to help them find novels that align with their interests.
Remember to always check reviews and summaries to ensure the novels you choose align with your preferred balance between reality and fantasy. Finding the perfect blend can make for a captivating reading experience.
The enchantress proprietor of the Misfortune Tavern was indeed a considerate and kind-hearted person. After downing a glass of "Midnight" in one gulp, Danton began to complain, "Why is it that as a holy knight, I have to be accompanied by a group of followers from the dark forces?" "Sometimes, pretending to be a death knight isn't so bad!" the proprietress insincerely comforted, then scolded a few busty succubus maids who kept rubbing against Danton. "No one wants to deal with undead creatures all day long. With them around, I can't even attract a single girl," Danton lamented. "The ghoul legion doesn't care about anything other than fresh meat. They consistently skip their classes on gentlemanly conduct. The abomination legion has become obsessed with bandages, thinking that slightly yellow linen is the epitome of fashion. They've wrapped themselves up like mummies. Even the succubus maid legion is openly demanding paid vacations!" "Forget about those troubles. We've captured some sacrificial dancers today. Would you like to stay and enjoy their performance?" the proprietress suggested. "No, the crops on the farm are ripe. I have to go back and keep an eye on those ogre slaves, or they'll slack off!" Leaving behind three gold coins from Lordaeron, Danton walked out of the Misfortune Tavern, feeling frustrated.
531.90 Million words | 2023-05-20 06:35Update
(Invincible Flow) Transmigrated to a world of immortals and demons, where the law of the jungle prevails, Wang Li becomes a menial disciple of the Featherizing Immortal Sect. He also gains a check-in system, which rewards him with various prizes as long as he checks in at different places. Checking in at the Demon-Subduing Tower rewards him with the Devouring Heaven Demon Art. Checking in at the Featherizing Immortal Palace rewards him with the Featherizing Immortal Scripture. Checking in at the Sword Mound Valley rewards him with the Xuanyuan Sword. In this way, Wang Li continues to check in for three hundred years, and his cultivation reaches the pinnacle of the realm. One day, a horde of demons attacks, plunging the entire sect into a crisis of annihilation. Wang Li reappears as the Granduncle of the Featherizing Immortal Sect, using a single sword to vanquish the horde of demons and become the strongest in both the immortal and demon realms.
156.44 Million words | 2021-10-03 14:40Update
The seventh heaven of the Desire Realm came into existence at an unknown time. In the Age of Dharma Decline, the demon of the sun and moon stirred up turmoil here. People, demons, and monsters, each had their own remarkable figures. The entanglement of their grievances highlighted human nature and demon nature against the backdrop of war...
574.72 Million words | 2023-05-17 14:03Update
The great priest from the distant East, forming an expeditionary force to traverse through time and space, conquering multiple dimensions and seizing the divinity of the myriad gods. The ancestors of the East treaded the river of time, singing the everlasting folk songs, striding proudly, battling both heaven and earth, and playing the resounding war song! The curse of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh transformed into the shackles of the grim reaper, enveloping the heads of the countless mortals; a mysterious ancient coffin raced through the distant starry sky, carrying the expectations of an era; tens of thousands of demons, graceful enchantresses, sorcerers from the movies, modern versions of supermen - along with the magnificent ancient Western continent! ***** Following "Proof of Dao's Peak," "Eternal Prosperity of the Holy Way," and "The Chronicles of Primordial," is the fourth grand masterpiece of Jiumi, the hit novel that has crashed the charts - "Records of Warcraft Storms"! Warcraft Storms Reader Exchange Group:
152.68 Million words | 2022-11-10 11:28Update
Qiu Ming, a humble life in the world, only seeking fame that shakes the four seas and leaves a lasting legacy. A journey to seek fame, inadvertently entangled with the heavens and the earth. A forced pursuit and exploration, what is heaven, what is earth, what is the process of heaven and earth? A vow to explore the celestial covenant and an arduous journey of becoming a demon while seeking fame. In the realm of heaven and earth, what am I? What are all living beings? I do not know, but I beg to become a demon, only to point my sword at the sky and seek answers to the doubts in my heart.
361.75 Million words | 2020-11-18 00:08Update
Transferred to a pure magic world without any qi or other cultivation methods, it's even more unbearable that there are no academies. How can this be acceptable? Since there are no academies, let's establish one. As a transmigrator, a purely magical world is too boring. And as a wizard, my achievements are unknown to anyone else. In order to show off a bit, I also want to make being a wizard the envy of everyone in this world, and, well, spread some knowledge about other cultivation methods. I apologize for my inadequate introduction as a writer.
507.97 Million words | 2020-08-29 14:23Update
At the ancient end of time, the world underwent annihilation, and the continent fell into chaos. Billions of years later, a young boy emerged from the city's borders, obtaining the knowledge of the primordial source. He ventured into the desolate forbidden zone, braving the ancient sacred grounds, and achieved an immortal legend.
205.35 Million words | 2021-07-14 12:38Update
One is a penny-pinching woman who can't bear to spend even a cent, while the other is a fortune god who descended to earth, losing most of his magical powers, in search of his predestined lover. From then on, trouble and laughter ensued. Reader Group, knock on the door of this story with any character's name...
288.17 Million words | 2020-11-19 19:11Update
Budongwu: "I am a scholar and I always believe in reason. I dislike fighting and killing, and I try my best not to use violence unless necessary." "Are men going to fight me?" "Hold on, let me first assess the value of my belongings, so that I can calculate the compensation. Silken trousers worth fifty thousand gold coins, a luxurious silk robe worth one hundred thousand gold coins, the divine skill book 'Three Character Classic' worth one million gold coins, and the illustrated book 'Golden Lotus' priceless..." "Are women going to fight me too? Are they beautiful?" "Pause, conveniently, there is an inn nearby. Let's have a cup of tea together, using our words instead of our fists, and appreciate the flowers and the moon. Wouldn't that be more wonderful?" "Do I still need to use violence? It seems like my fiancée is a martial arts master..." Official reader group QQ: [no translation available]
176.73 Million words | 2021-01-14 15:26Update
A young man with extraordinary talents in all types of magic, despite being weak in each individual type, chose the unprecedented path of mastering all forms of magic due to his fascination with it. Follow him as he travels across the land, embarking on countless adventures, collecting divine artifacts, enhancing his abilities, and ultimately reaching the pinnacle of his own unique path of cultivation. Join our readers' group on QQ: [insert QQ group number]
8.40 Million words | 2023-01-16 08:18Update
She, the queen who rules over the zombie world. He, the most elite zombie hunter among humans. When the two meet, a hidden affection arises... Queen, don't run! I will chase you to the ends of the earth! Group ID: Welcome to join.
443.88 Million words | 2022-10-18 19:16Update
Either you follow me and prosper, or go against me and perish! (Overbearing!) Whether you are a boss or an emperor (so arrogant...) Standing opposite me, you can only meet death (feeling the murderous intent...) I was born a prince, seen it
348.09 Million words | 2020-09-26 04:20Update
Mocong, a child from a doomed family, watched as his master perished and his inner strength vanished. His path of cultivation seemed to have reached a dead end. In the face of such adversity, he refused to give up. But can he find a glimmer of hope amidst the darkness
10.68 Million words | 2021-08-30 13:02Update
The infusion of a drop of golden true dragon blood caused Ling Dong's body to undergo a mysterious transformation. The powerful blood energy opened up a space in Ling Dong's consciousness sea, several tens of meters in size, with the presence of a majestic true dragon. The miraculous golden stone tablet not only contained a set of "Ling Jade Golden Body Technique," but also possessed the ability to restore incomplete cultivation techniques, as well as the power to merge similar low-level techniques into a higher-level technique. It also had the ability to merge herbs and elixirs... He wanted to bring his once prodigious father back to the family.
17.09 Million words | 2023-02-18 09:14Update
The myriad realms, only I am the divine lord! (The book is thick, it's time to start killing! Please collect it! Please recommend it!) PS: Completed W work "Reincarnation of the Heavenly Pole", friends in need of books can go and take a look! Quality guaranteed, continuous updates, no censorship, please feel free to collect it!
309.05 Million words | 2022-08-29 01:00Update
She - Lan Xiao Xie, her name suits her well, lazy and wicked. She is the most unconventional top assassin of the Killing Alliance! Her eerie strength leaves people dumbfounded! Her lazy and carefree attitude is admired by many! She - Jun Lai Xie, her name suits her well, shameless and foolishly wicked. She is the most infatuated and worthless beauty of the Jun family! Her level of worthlessness astounds people! The fame of her infatuation and cluelessness spreads far and wide! When she possesses her, she becomes her soul! She is bound to overturn the heavens and the earth, marking the beginning of a legendary tale! With lazy eyes observing the various spectacles of the world, unaware of whose eyes she has enchanted and whose heart she has stolen! Hidden within her laziness is a sharp edge, concealed within her carefree nature is an inherent dominance! Witness how this infatuated and clueless beauty of the Jun family will reverse the fortunes, roam freely in the parallel world, and achieve the status of an unrivaled Lazy Phoenix! At that time, it was midnight, seductive. She was completely naked, her delicate and smooth body resembling that of a newborn baby! For the first time, she exuded an enchanting charm in this strange world. He was dressed in purple, his captivating and cold arrogance resembling the arrival of a Demon Lord! For the first time, he revealed his stunning appearance to others. "Woman, seeing my true appearance requires an absolute price..." "Your biggest secret is not enough! You, I want you!" With a handsome and wicked appearance, narrow eyes like a demon, the man's words carried an undeniable arrogance. He raised his hand and caressed her enchanting and fragrant body, swearing each word!
536.10 Million words | 2020-08-20 03:58Update
A peerless Yin-Yang Master from another world. Dancing with hands, every flying leaf can kill! A simple finger movement spawns instant winds and roaring waters! Shattered stones and ancient bones, predicting misfortune and blessings! Paper talismans adorned with ink, infused with power of spirits and gods! ...
144.70 Million words | 2022-05-31 19:42Update
A game-obsessed geek inadvertently travels to a different world and unexpectedly gains mastery over the five skills of the Barbarian King in League of Legends: Whirlwind Slash, Bloodthirsty Slaughter, Endless Carnage, Furious Inferno... From then on, his miserable life begins to rise. He defies all odds, dominating heroes of the world, traversing the turbulent world of the other realm, proclaiming himself as the unrivaled ruler!
230.41 Million words | 2020-09-02 13:50Update
The path of cultivation is sought by cultivators in pursuit of eternal life and the everlasting Dao. The path of immortality is long and endless, with no clear end in sight. Throughout countless millennia, no one has ever heard of someone achieving immortality. In the era of great changes and the absence of the Dao, what will happen to Wei Yang, a genius admired by the world? He will explore various realms, seek answers from the past and present, and search for love. He will defy fate, resist the will of heaven, battle against the heavens, and compete with the earth. A remarkable figure who dares to challenge the heavens in a grand battle, he is a rare breed throughout the ages. Unraveling the mysteries of the chessboard that encompasses the heavens and earth, traversing the ancient games of the universe. Who is the player and who is the chess piece in the timeless ancient secrets to be
376.43 Million words | 2023-01-10 18:34Update
There was chaos before the creation of Heaven by the mighty Haungjin. What was the world like? [This book requires logging in to read.] [A new book, "The Era of Extraordinary Abilities," has been uploaded. It is the first recommended link on the left side. Don't hesitate to bookmark and give it a thumbs up!]
196.58 Million words | 2023-06-06 00:09Update