Top Urban Fiction Books of 2016: A Must-Read List Urban fiction is a popular genre that captures the gritty and raw aspects of city life. The year 2016 saw the release of several remarkable urban fiction books that kept readers on the edge of their seats. In this article, we will explore a curated list of the must-read urban fiction books of 2016. 1. "The Coldest Winter Ever" by Sister Souljah Published in 1999, "The Coldest Winter Ever" continued to dominate the urban fiction scene in 2016. This iconic novel follows the life of Winter Santiaga, the daughter of a notorious drug kingpin, as she navigates the streets of Brooklyn. Sister Souljah's gripping storytelling and portrayal of urban life garnered a cult following over the years. 2. "The Cartel" by Ashley & JaQuavis "The Cartel" is a gripping tale of power, greed, and revenge written by the dynamic duo, Ashley and JaQuavis. This book takes readers into the dangerous world of the Diamond family, a ruthless drug empire fighting to maintain its dominance. With complex characters and shocking plot twists, "The Cartel" became an instant favorite among urban fiction enthusiasts. 3. "The Streets Have No King" by JaQuavis Coleman JaQuavis Coleman's solo release, "The Streets Have No King," captivated readers in 2016. Set in Detroit, this novel introduces readers to Kane, a modern-day Robin Hood figure who rises to power in the streets. Full of suspense and unexpected alliances, Coleman's gripping storytelling keeps readers hooked from the first page to the last. 4. "The Prodigal Son: A Reverend Curtis Black Novel" by Kimberla Lawson Roby Kimberla Lawson Roby continued her popular "Reverend Curtis Black" series with "The Prodigal Son." This book follows the scandals and secrets that envelop the Black family. With her signature blend of drama and spirituality, Roby weaves a thought-provoking tale that explores the complexities of faith and redemption. 5. "Black President: The World Will Never Be the Same" by Brenda Hampton Delving into the political side of urban fiction, Brenda Hampton's "Black President" shook up the genre in 2016. This novel imagines a world where an African American president leads America down an uncharted path. Hampton's thought-provoking narrative challenges readers to examine power, race, and the consequences of societal change. To stay up-to-date with the latest urban fiction releases, consider exploring popular websites such as Urban Reviews (www.urban-reviews.com) and Goodreads (www.goodreads.com). These platforms provide comprehensive book reviews, author interviews, and community recommendations, ensuring you never miss a captivating urban fiction novel. In conclusion, the year 2016 delivered a diverse range of urban fiction books that catered to the varied tastes of readers. From timeless classics to groundbreaking tales, these novels offered an escape into the gritty world of urban life. So, grab a cup of coffee and indulge in these must-read urban fiction books of 2016.
She used to be a little fangirl who followed him around, like sticky candy that couldn't be shaken off. Upon meeting again, he tried his best to keep her by his side, only to find that she was no longer the same as before. He gazed at her with furrowed brows and asked, "When did you become so submissive, Mu Suyue?" Faced with her indifference, he was angry and said, "It was you who took the initiative to pursue me
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Xin An dong, a century gold medal accountant, came to the impoverished 1980s and became the only child of the Xing family. Faced with a family of bullied pushovers, he led the family to prosperity with his amazing spicy crayfish dish, opening a crayfish restaurant, a seafood hotpot restaurant, and a luxurious hotel, thriving in the 1980s... Wait a minute! Why is this seemingly upright old man staring at him like that? Does he want to be my dominant partner? Let's see him be reserved and pretend to be righteous. Jiang Xuanzong, with a swollen face from being beaten, said, "Wife, come into my arms..." PS: The dominant partner, an unmarried man in his 80s, is naive and conservative about love in the early stages. Eventually, under the continuous teasing from the submissive, he surrenders and earns the badge of being a faithful and obedient husband.
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In the previous life, Ye Ling, who came out of the countryside, was vain and lacked self-love. Filled with guilt towards her husband, she died in loneliness, making her a suitable supporting role. In this new life, Ye Ling settles to be a supporting character, hoping to make up for her past shortcomings. However, she realizes that this "previous life husband" who appears strong on the outside and gentle on the inside also holds someone else in his heart. And that person turns out to be Ye Ling's own younger sister. In the end, she just wants to tell him: General, we are both supporting roles.
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There is no M.J or Tolkien here, no J.K or Cameron; the popular anime and novels that have swept the world have not appeared in this world. There is only a mediocre otaku who accidentally arrived in a parallel world and gained the "Overachiever System". He helped the top female student create "Detective Conan"; he saved the top student and wrote the script for "5 Centimeters per Second"; he supported a young voice actress who gained countless fans
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After being replaced by someone else in a civil servant examination, the protagonist became an inconspicuous ordinary government employee. However, within a short period of time, he grasped the rules of the political arena and went through the levels of county, city, and province, eventually becoming a high-ranking leader.
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In the late Ming Dynasty, Li Yu, a killer from the Hongmen Society, infiltrated the Pharmacy Valley to save the poisoned leader. He became trapped in the Pharmacy Cave and was only rescued by an archaeological team hundreds of years later. Li Yu arrived in Yuhai City and started a new life. He was intoxicated by the prosperity and opulence of the modern metropolis and quickly fell in love with this era of peace without killings or hardship. However, beneath the calm of the city, dark currents were surging. Alongside other silent individuals in the city, Li Yu sharpened his sword and took on the responsibility of defending peace.
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Who said good people don't get rewarded? I, Fang Chen, refuse to accept that! Look, I just saved the school belle, and the Supreme Lord Laojun smashed his spare furnace cauldron down! The Ten Thousand Treasures Cauldron, refining everything in the world! After refining a small tree branch, it becomes comparable to metal, possessing a double-intensifying effect that can inflict absolute devastation! After refining a pair of ordinary shoes, they instantly become comparable to the Flash. Want to study diligently? No, as long as you casually refine a book, I guarantee you will rise to the top at Tsinghua University! And as for martial arts,
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Bai Tang was playing an online game while brainstorming new plot ideas for a novel. Suddenly, a bolt of lightning struck, and Bai Tang found herself transported to the world of Hong Lou Meng, carrying the game system with her. At this time, Lin Meimei had just been born, and Xue Pan was still a soft and tender "baozi"... The Jia Mansion and Wang Mansion in the capital city became dungeons, occasionally visited to challenge and
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Transported through time, with a new name, Han Taejoon, no longer an orphan. What's even more important is that the variety of beautiful women around him keeps increasing. This is Han Taejoon's story, a tale of a successful man who dominates the Korean entertainment industry. Following "Fate of the Han Entertainment Industry," "Star Lovers of the Han Entertainment Industry," and "Goddess of Change in the Han Entertainment Industry," this is the fourth novel featuring a single female protagonist from Girls' Generation.
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Wearing with the mother of Master Chef! Laser weapons vs. biochemical weapons! I can handle it! Stop talking! One thousand rewards for one update, if you have money, go ahead and make it! Familiar taste! Familiar name! Familiar style! That's right, I am mosaic!
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She was indifferent as water, indifferent to the world's affairs. He was cold-hearted and had many wives and concubines. Two unrelated people coincidentally encountered each other, and fate bound them together. Was it fate's mockery or heaven's arrangement, she, who had little time left to live, was originally destined for someone else, but unintentionally fell in love with him, the man she despised to the core, that dead man. She had intended to leave, to face her doom, but upon her return from the ordeal, she found out that she was pregnant! God knows! She couldn't even protect her own life, how could she bring these two children into the world? The previous ordeal had almost taken her life. As another ordeal loomed, how would she protect herself and her children? The flowers of a lifetime have fallen... How can she repay him for her debt, how can he repay her for his debt... Behold "The Meticulous Scheme of the Merchant Woman"... And witness how Le Congrong returns from a bloodbath, why is her destiny so tumultuous... "The Meticulous Scheme of the Merchant Woman" awaits your unraveling!
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After a drunken night, Li Hao found himself back in the past. It was still possible to make up for all regrets. However, this was a parallel world where literary works took a different turn after the end of the Song Dynasty. There were no Four Great Classical Novels, nor any outstanding works from the modern and contemporary periods
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Liang TianTian accidentally traveled through time and found herself in a destitute situation amidst ongoing conflicts. Her mother had passed away, leaving behind four little siblings, which overwhelmed Liang TianTian. They say stepmothers are cruel, but Liang TianTian realized that a stepmother could be just as unreliable these days. She decisively separated from her brothers and armed herself with the power of her spatial abilities, contemplating, "Should I make a fortune first, or make a fortune first?" Ling Xu woke up to find himself reborn into his childhood. Reflecting on the splendor of his past life, he suddenly realized that the only thing deeply etched in his memory was the girl who had walked out of the mountain ditch with him. When the transmigrated woman met the reborn man, Liang TianTian expressed that money still looked better.
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After becoming the king of the most underdeveloped country in the parallel Earth, how did he rise to power with the help of the time-travel system? "Your Majesty, are you really going to participate in the Olympics?" "Yes." "But our country only has ten thousand people, we don't have any athletes." "I will be the athlete." "Then, which event will you participate in?" "Register me for all the available events." "..." This book has been signed and will be available soon. Please feel free to bookmark it.
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Reincarnated inexplicably into this familiar yet unfamiliar world. A cruel drama was staged by the invasion in my youth. Suddenly, the sorrowful fate started spinning. Embarking on a distant and unknown journey of tasks. Various entanglements in the world. Destined to move forward alone, with the blooming flower of the soul. Drinking the crimson of blood and strong liquor. The fragmentation of life and death, the sins on the withered bones. The end of destiny howls madly, shattering. The toll of dawn's redemption bell echoes and resounds. The lengthy ceremony will eventually come to an end.
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"Starry Sky," full of twists and turns in its plot and gripping in its storytelling, is an excellent novel written by author Sanqian Shi. Pen Fun Pavilion offers the latest refreshing and clean chapters written by Sanqian Shi for free online reading.
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Okay, transported to the world of Naruto, no possessing the protagonist, no cheat codes, no divine gifts. But there is a skill with infinite possibilities, the art of theft. "Stealing failed, you have aroused the hostility of Uchiha Madara, current favorability rating: hostile." "Stealing failed, you have aroused the hostility of Uchiha Madara, current favorability rating: mortal enemy." "Stealing successful, congratulations on
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Many years later, as she looked back on her life, she felt that the life she had chosen in this lifetime was much better than the one in her previous life. What was the reason that led such a diligent and serious person onto such a quirky path?
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The world is vast like the sun and moon, but I am the strongest with my gourd. No deity can be arrogant, for I shall cut through their immortal radiance. Striving for innovation, never conforming to the ordinary, rest assured, I will shine bright.
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The second highest level of picking up girls is being chased by a beauty, but what is the highest level? Of course, it's rejecting and humiliating her without hesitation, even when being chased by a beauty. This is a pure man skilled in martial arts, the dao, and... the art of lovemaking. In the midst of being pursued by a group of gorgeous female hooligans,
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