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!
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.
146.06 Million words | 2022-09-09 00:37Update
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
When Mu Zhuohua first met Liu Yan, the scene was extremely awkward. The man's clothes were half undone, covered in scars, and he was burning hot all over. Mu Zhuohua was indignant: to be forced to entertain guests in her old age and declining beauty, Qin Gong's mother is too ruthless! Liu Yan: ... Later, when Mu Zhuohua was asked about her relationship with King Ding, she sighed softly: Xu Xian and Bai Suzhen, Dongguo Lao and the wolf, Mu Zhuohua and King Ding... Everyone was curious: what kind of relationship? Mu Zhuohua sighed heavily: a medical dispute...
194.83 Million words | 2021-06-23 16:41Update
Tokiwa Ayaki is a talented and beautiful woman. On her twenty-ninth birthday, she receives a wedding invitation from her ex-boyfriend, Sato Yasushi. After their breakup, Ayaki had received a letter from Yasushi's mother, but it wasn't until the day of Yasushi's wedding that she finally reads the letter completely, realizing for the first time that she had once brushed against destiny...
13.40 Million words | 2020-08-13 20:26Update
In the midst of a society crumbling under the weight of materialism and excess, farmer Liu Gaoxing sells one of his kidneys to city dwellers and later ventures into the city with his fellow villager Wufu to scavenge for scrap. The arrival of prostitute Meng Yichun not only brings forth the bustling city life but also unravels their unexpected and chaotic destinies. Jia Pingwa, through his characteristic compassion and understated style, unveils a contemporary story filled with conflicts, dislocations, absurdity, pain, and profound emotions.
23.11 Million words | 2022-10-17 06:12Update
The Chang Hen Ge is a story of a woman's forty years of love and affection, beautifully and vividly portrayed in a delicate and vibrant writing style. The story unfolds with twists and turns. In the 1940s, Wang Qiyao, a high school student, is chosen as the 'Miss Shanghai', marking the beginning of her tumultuous destiny. She transforms from a teenage 'canary' to a real woman, entangled in complex relationships. The liberation of Shanghai turns her into an ordinary citizen as the high-ranking officer meets a tragic fate. While her outward life becomes mundane and tranquil, her emotions remain turbulent. The complex relationships with several men seem predestined. In the 1980s, Wang Qiyao, now in the later stages of life, becomes the victim of fate. She embarks on a twisted romance with her daughter's male classmate, leading to her own accidental demise, leaving her soul to rest in peace.
26.69 Million words | 2020-08-21 20:11Update
"Qin Opera" focuses on a village in southern Shaanxi and tells the relationship between farmers and landlords, as well as the survival state of the farmers. Through the perspective of a madman named Yinsheng, the novel expresses deep concerns and profound sympathy for the heavy burdens on the farmers and the loss of rural culture. With a solemn style, the work interprets the history of rural China and showcases the tremendous and profound changes in rural values and traditional patterns, making it an "epic of contemporary Chinese countryside". Based on Jia Pingwa's hometown of Dihua Street, the novel vividly portrays the shocks and changes brought to the countryside by the historical transformation of Chinese society through the transformation of a place called Qingfeng Street and the life and death, joys and sorrows of the people on the street. The story is narrated from the perspective of the madman Yinsheng. Qingfeng Street has two prominent families: the Bai family and the Xia family. The decline of the Bai family symbolizes the changes in Qingfeng Street, Shaanxi, and even rural China...
218.96 Million words | 2020-08-19 03:18Update
"A City" is a long novel written by the Chinese author Han Han. The novel depicts a group of rebellious young people including "me," "Jianshu," "Wang Chao," and "Axiong" living their glorious days in extraordinary times. "A City" is a reflection of the youthful and unrestrained years, and the title is the utopia of the main characters. In this city, the youth can go wild, disregard others, lie at will, betray and be betrayed, all in the name of freedom. The story is filled with bizarre experiences and eccentric thinking. Han Han's unique humor and outlook on life are evident throughout the dialogues in the book.
330.71 Million words | 2020-08-05 22:37Update
After escaping the pursuit of the Japanese army, several young refugees diverge in their choices for the future. Those seeking the Eighth Route Army encounter the Nationalist Party, while those who join the Nationalist Party collide with the Eighth Route Army. A series of coincidences ultimately lead them to their fated places. They meet their future comrades and enemies, embark on wars and politics, and engage in an epic tale of twists and turns. It is a story of extraordinary love and complex human relationships—where yesterday's close allies become tomorrow's sworn enemies, where camaraderie is tested by personal gain, and where adversaries stand together in times of hardship. In this swirling and turbulent web of relationships, the wicked ultimately meet their downfall, while heroes rise above.
38.18 Million words | 2023-06-02 00:19Update
Xie Xiaodan is a beautiful and capable white-collar worker in the CBD, immersed in a refined and luxurious lifestyle. Her cousin Chen Qing, a top student graduated from Stanford, gave up a well-paid job in the United States to fully support her boyfriend's entrepreneurial journey in Beijing. Tian Rong, their close friend, faced setbacks in both love and career, and immersed herself in the real estate market after losing her job. Over the course of a decade of rising house prices in Beijing, their wealth, sense of achievement, and social status quietly shifted, dividing them into those who own a house and those who don't. Their pursuits and hopes in life changed involuntarily in the face of the harsh reality of soaring housing prices. Through detailed and authentic descriptions of reality, the novel leads us to seek answers to the housing problems plaguing the Chinese people.
11.24 Million words | 2022-12-11 15:08Update
Based on the life experiences of female writer Wu Wei, "Wordless" tells the marriage stories of her and several generations of women in her family, depicting the hardships and struggles faced by people of different backgrounds in times of social upheaval and great changes. It presents a unique recording and examination of China's past century, portraying an indescribable era. "Wordless" won the 6th Mao Dun Literature Prize.
62.32 Million words | 2023-03-23 18:09Update
The novel tells the story that took place in the vicinity of the Bell and Drum Tower in Beijing at the beginning of the century, showcasing a rich and colorful cityscape, depicting the joys and sorrows of the common people and the fate of generations. Through the passage of time and dust, looking at Liu Xinwu's vivid portrayal of urban memories, it is like opening a lively urban picture scroll... This novel can be regarded as a modern 'Along the River During the Qingming Festival' brimming with strong Beijing flavor. It won the 2nd Maodun Literature Award.
26.73 Million words | 2020-11-05 22:15Update
Based on the historical event of the Nationalist Army's blowing up of the Huayuankou Dam on the Yellow River, causing a great disaster for millions of people in Henan, Anhui, and Jiangsu provinces, the novel depicts the profound calamity and heroic struggle experienced by the people in the flooded Yellow River area from year to year. Through the narration of the hardships and different experiences of seven peasant families on the banks of the Yellow River, the author portrays the characters of Xu Qiuzhai, Li Mai, and Haichang Song, reflecting the profound sufferings of the working people in old China and their inevitable path to join the struggle. It won the 2nd Mao Dun Literature Prize.
43.44 Million words | 2020-12-10 20:23Update
Fang Yuan works in the training industry and often wonders if there was a training program titled 'How to lead a successful life as a woman'. Then, she wouldn't have to take so many detours in her life.
20.91 Million words | 2022-11-23 22:34Update
Before narrating the story of 'Fate', let's talk about fate itself. What? Isn't 'Fate' about fate? 'Fate' is the title of this story, which can discuss various aspects related to fate or not. So, what kind of story does 'Fate' tell? As the saying goes, read on and you'll naturally find out. Regardless, let's talk about fate first. In this world, in the universe, although there are countless wonders, none are more fascinating than fate. Does fate exist? It seems both elusive and intangible. Does fate not exist? Yet it seems that all people in the world are influenced by fate...
583.43 Million words | 2022-03-30 22:14Update
Autumn Turmoil is a recipient of the Mao Dun Literature Prize, depicting the various upheavals stirred by the 'rural reformer' Yue Pengcheng amidst the transformation of his hometown. It covers the attention from provincial and municipal committees, nationwide and provincial media coverage of his engagement, ancient legends surrounding Li Longshan, and the names of Yue Pengcheng and the large mulberry grove engraved on a tablet at the back hall of Liwang Temple. Moreover, it delves into the inner turmoil experienced by Yue Pengcheng, the conflicts with his son Leiguan due to differing reform perspectives, the sharp intensification of conflicts and family issues caused by his relationship with Qiuling, and his bold, decisive, visionary and far-sighted handling of issues during the reform that led to significant development of local rural enterprises, but also involved illegal activities such as profiteering from scarce goods amidst the impact of market economy and corrupt social atmosphere.
21.76 Million words | 2022-04-19 01:18Update
Skywalker tells the story of private teachers in rural China, who once numbered as many as four million. In extremely difficult conditions, they shoulder the heavy responsibility of imparting knowledge and wisdom to over a hundred million rural primary and secondary school students, spreading modern civilization to the most remote corners, while receiving little in return. Over a decade ago, a piece called 'Phoenix Qin' brought these private teachers, who had quietly dedicated themselves in mountain villages, into the national spotlight, moving countless readers to tears. Author Liu Xinglong's desire to continue telling the extraordinary and hopeful stories of private teachers has now led to 'Skywalker', an immensely touching tribute to these 'folk heroes who silently toiled on the vast land of China in the latter half of the 20th century'.
20.11 Million words | 2023-01-18 03:21Update
The novel depicts ordinary rural life events such as farming, finding a spouse, marriage, illness, divorce, returning home from work, and rural tourism. Yet it showcases a fresh contemplation of human nature, historical heritage, and power dynamics, demonstrating the tremor and steadfastness of a noble soul amidst the dramatic changes in the countryside. The story weaves together the five elements from Chinese culture, entwined with local legends from the Chu Kingdom. In the year, it won the 7th Mao Dun Literature Prize.
5.33 Million words | 2020-11-10 04:23Update
The novel takes place in a remote rural village in Sichuan during winter. It vividly depicts the disastrous destruction brought about by the Cultural Revolution and the severe trauma inflicted on the rural population, focusing on the life stories of Xu Mao, an elderly farmer, and his daughters. The novel deeply reflects the turbulent social changes of the era, while also foreshadowing the bright and promising future that is certain to emerge after the end of the turmoil. This novel won the first Maodun Literature Prize.
17.90 Million words | 2020-08-09 03:11Update
"His Country" is a story about his country. I don't want to say that everyone has a country in their hearts. I hate the phrase 'everyone has a' because it can be applied to anything and holds no meaning. Everyone has a your uncle. In reality, some people have nothing much in their hearts, not even if you dig deep into their souls.
53.76 Million words | 2023-01-26 22:56Update
"Youth" is a collection of Han Han's latest selected essays. It includes his insightful remarks on significant events and activities in China during the year. The book was published in Taiwan on MM/DD/YYYY and released in mainland China on MM/DD/YYYY. It features essays such as "The Hook Case," "The Price of Carrying a Corpse in Jingzhou," and "Cities Making Life Worse." It also includes Han Han's recent updates on racing and writing, as well as his authentic records of life. This collection also contains his candid essays like "Must Raise the Middle Finger" and "Life Continues to Fall like Jumping Off a Building."
597.63 Million words | 2020-07-22 13:21Update
