A novel is a literary genre of long fiction writing that tells a story through fictional characters, plotlines, and settings. It is typically more complex and extensive than a short story or novella, allowing for the development of intricate narratives and multifaceted characters. Novels come in various genres such as romance, mystery, science fiction, historical fiction, fantasy, and many more, catering to different interests and personal preferences. When it comes to great novels, there are countless options to explore. Here are a few highly recommended ones: 1. "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen: This classic romance novel explores themes of love, marriage, and social class in 19th-century England. Austen's wit and knack for character development make it a timeless masterpiece. 2. "To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee: Set in the racially charged atmosphere of the 1930s Deep South, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel highlights themes of racial injustice and moral growth through the eyes of young Scout Finch. 3. "1984" by George Orwell: A dystopian novel depicting a society dominated by government surveillance and manipulation, it serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of totalitarianism and the importance of individual freedom. 4. "The Great Gatsby" by F. Scott Fitzgerald: Set in the roaring 1920s, this American classic explores the pursuit of the American Dream and the tragic consequences of obsession and materialism. 5. "Harry Potter" series by J.K. Rowling: This beloved fantasy series follows the journey of a young wizard named Harry Potter as he battles dark forces, forms friendships, and discovers his magical destiny. To find these novels and more, websites like Goodreads, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble provide comprehensive lists, reviews, and recommendations for readers to explore. Happy reading!
Zhou Wei is a home-loving girl. One day, she suddenly receives a powerful system. And everything changes... The system takes her through different worlds, leading her to cultivate and become immortal. From non-human species to princess, from magical world to cultivation world... With the ever-changing universe, Zhou Wei stands atop the ladder of heaven: 'I cultivate immortality. I want eternal life! I want freedom! I want to have complete control over my own life! Only when I truly become powerful can I make the system truly recognize me, instead of being controlled by it!'
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She just wants to be a peaceful and beautiful girl, but fate doesn't comply with her wishes. Warning ahead, the female protagonist is powerful. Readers' discretion is advised! This story is set in an alternate Republic of China. It's important to note that this is a fictional setting!
22.69 Million words | 2020-07-07 09:17Update
My Lord, I swear to the heavens, I only regarded you as a short-term meal ticket, never did I think to become a princess! My Lord, there's something wrong with you, wanting to marry me as a princess? This is not fun at all!
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I am a hero, Zhou Meisen.
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In the country of Jing, talent rules the nation, and scholars are revered. In Linqi County, the declining Lin family is known as the gate to talent. Mei Xueyan is sold to Lin Sanlang as a child bride, with a humble status akin to drifting water and floating duckweed. Her sister-in-law is malicious, her mother-in-law indifferent. She is abused and dies of illness. But divine intervention grants her a second chance with the gift of 'past life memories', saving her from a wretched existence. No longer destined to be insignificant, she enters the imperial examination as a woman, breaking new ground and astonishing the world with her talent. Who says women are inferior to men? Will she overcome her wicked sister-in-law and cold-hearted mother-in-law? Will she withstand the slander and mockery of petty scholars? Will her despicable natal family extort and take advantage of her? With her wit, she composes poems and essays, laughing in the face of the little ghost king. As for her husband, Lin Sanlang... "Physically attractive and not completely devoid of kindness, but just a tasteless side of meat, an overbearing chauvinistic man. To be with him or to leave him?"
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I want to contact my distant cousin, who specializes in missile technology. I plan to infiltrate their research institute and launch their intercontinental missiles towards the United States, blowing up those fast food restaurants. There will be billions of girls around the world thanking me because this way, their charming prince will not turn into a pig and the beloved heartthrob will not become an old man.
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Pretentiousness, one of the human behaviors. It refers to the act of presenting oneself as possessing qualities, even if they are not true, in order to fulfill one's vanity or deceive others. It carries a negative connotation. However, there is also an element of affirmation - for example, as Tang Yin said, "fake it till you make it." Pretend to have something until you actually possess it. If you lack sophistication, pretend to be sophisticated until you truly become sophisticated. If you lack confidence, strive to forcefully be confident until you genuinely feel confident. Aspire for style, pretend to have it until you truly develop a sense of style. If you don't have it, pretend to have it until one day you do. Pretend, repeat, persist, and keep persisting. Embrace consumerism, pursue aesthetics, be driven by desires, and use disguise sincerely, and eventually you will bid farewell to pretense..." He couldn't help but laugh, looking at her with a serious expression, he lightly tapped her forehead and said, "Isn't it just about loving to pretend? Why all the unnecessary talk?"
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The Complete Adventures of Sherlock Holmes is a world-class detective novel that immediately became popular among millions of Chinese people upon its publication. With its mysterious plot and gripping suspense, featuring the world's smartest detective and the most enigmatic criminal cases, Sherlock Holmes not only leaves no place for criminals to hide but also ignites the enthusiasm of your brain cells.
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"Brave New World" is one of the most iconic works of 20th-century dystopian literature. Alongside George Orwell's "1984" and Yevgeny Zamyatin's "We", it is considered one of the three pillars of the dystopian genre, with profound influence on the global intellectual sphere. Drawing upon extensive knowledge of biology and psychology, the book depicts a fictional society set in the era of Ford, or the year 632 A.F. (After Ford). It portrays a world where humans are controlled from birth to death, due to advancements in social and biological engineering. In this "brave new world", humanity has become mere puppets in the hands of monopolistic genetic corporations and political figures, with control starting as early as the stages of genetic manipulation and embryonic development.
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"Red and Black" is the masterpiece of French writer Stendhal, depicting political darkness in literature history.
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Collection of Wang Xiaobo's Unfinished Manuscripts – The most comprehensive compilation of unfinished manuscripts to date, including complete drafts. This book features Wang Xiaobo's unfinished novels, creative fragments, writing notes, rare annotations on scientific papers, self-introduction, chronology and more, providing readers with a glimpse into Wang Xiaobo's maturing creative process.
31.64 Million words | 2022-12-08 03:39Update
The Stranger is one of Albert Camus' most famous and groundbreaking works, considered to be a seminal novel in the Western literary tradition. The protagonist, often referred to as the 'stranger', has become an iconic and significant figure in Western literature and philosophy.
12.41 Million words | 2022-10-13 01:06Update
Jane Eyre is a novel written by British author Charlotte Brontë. It is a semi-autobiographical work that tells the story of a young English woman who becomes an orphan and endures various hardships as she strives for freedom and dignity, remaining true to herself and ultimately finding happiness. The novel captivates readers with its turbulent love story, celebrating the triumph over societal norms and prejudices, and successfully shaping the image of a woman who dares to resist and fight for freedom and equal status.
32.94 Million words | 2020-07-30 01:10Update
"The Hunchback of Notre-Dame" is the first major romantic novel by French writer Victor Hugo. It uses a technique of mystery and contrast to tell a story set in 15th century France: the archdeacon of Notre-Dame de Paris, Claude, appears righteous but has a wicked heart, as he first loves then hates and persecutes the gypsy girl Esmeralda. The deformed and kind-hearted bell-ringer Quasimodo sacrifices himself to save the girl. The novel exposes the hypocrisy of religion, declares the bankruptcy of asceticism, praises the goodness, friendship, and self-sacrifice of the working class, and reflects Hugo's humanitarian ideas.
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The martial arts world is in turmoil, as the imperial court turns a blind eye to hide the truth. Powerful factions rise to vie for the position of martial arts leader, with the Shaolin and Wudang sects at the forefront. Within the Shaolin sect, there is a young boy named Shiran who entered at the age of five. He possesses a unique talent and carefree attitude. Growing up amidst the turmoil of vendettas and rivalries among sects, he witnesses countless feuds.
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The Old Man and the Sea is about Santiago, an old Cuban fisherman, who goes eighty-four days without catching a fish. Finally, he hooks a giant marlin but it drags his small boat out to sea for three days, leaving him exhausted. He manages to kill the fish and tie it to the side of the boat, but on the journey back, they are attacked by sharks, leaving only the fish's head, tail, and spine by the time they reach the harbor. Though a simple and short story, it contains profound meanings.
8.34 Million words | 2021-07-11 13:55Update
JeanChristophe is a long novel that reflects a series of contradictions and conflicts in society through the life experiences of its protagonist. It promotes humanitarianism and heroism. The novel portrays the protagonist's struggle throughout his life, from the awakening of his musical talent in childhood, to his contempt and rebellion against the aristocracy in his youth, to his pursuit and success in his career as an adult, and finally to the sublime state of spiritual tranquility.
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The novel revolves around the urban development of a major city in the northern region, portraying the ecology and mindset of people ranging from the mayor to the women on the streets. It reflects the complex nature of current urban reforms. The city's Party Secretary, Gao Bonian, has been facing difficulties in both political affairs and family matters. His unmarried daughter, Gao Jie, had a miscarriage and lies at home. Gao's wife, Shen Ping, suspects Gao's secretary, Zhang Yimin, while their daughter claims it was her own choice to be with someone else. The Mayor, Yan Hong, is determined to improve transportation and solve housing issues by renovating the streets. However, when the Prime Minister calls for a work report, he neglects to inform the Party Secretary, causing a sense of inexplicable disappointment.
31.18 Million words | 2023-01-07 14:30Update
"Heavy Wings" is a long novel that reflects the life during the early stages of reform. It positively portrays the struggles between reform and counter-reform in industrial construction, and fervently praises the correct path of the Party's mid-term plenary session. The novel depicts a heavy industry department under the State Council and its affiliated Aurora Automobile Manufacturing Plant, focusing on a complex struggle that took place during a year of industrial economic system reform. This book won the 2nd Mao Dun Literature Prize.
22.83 Million words | 2020-08-11 15:28Update
Kim Ji-yeong, born on (年月日), in Seoul. She grew up in a civil servant family, living with six family members in a 72-square meter house. She is the kind of ordinary girl you meet every day. From a young age, Kim Ji-yeong faced many perplexities. The best things in the house were always given to her younger brother, and she and her sister had to share a room and a bed. When she was in elementary school, she was bullied by a boy next to her and cried to the teacher. However, the teacher laughed and said, 'Boys are like this, they bully the girls they like.' In middle school, she had to guard against gropers on the subway and buses. Even at school, there were male teachers who would touch the female students inappropriately. But they often chose to endure it silently. After graduating from university, she joined a public relations company. She noticed that although there were many female colleagues, most of the executives were men. After work, she had to attend social events and endure clients' dirty jokes and endless pressure to drink. At the age of 31, she got married and soon had a child due to pressure from her elders. Under the anticipated expectations of everyone, she quit her job and became a full-time mother. Kim Ji-yeong feels like she is standing in the center of a labyrinth. Despite her continuous efforts to find a way out, she realizes that she can never reach the end of the path.
7.59 Million words | 2021-05-23 21:14Update
All Is Well is a guidebook on the family dynamics of career-oriented women. Every family is like an irregular polygon, as long as each side is content, there are reasons for its irregularity. Look at the Su family, such a distorted polygon, yet it has been steadily developing for decades. A family relies on a central pillar for support, but what happens when that pillar is removed? How does the family regain its balance and structure?
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