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In the realm of literature, the concept of a potential World War III has always been a gripping and thought-provoking subject. Many avid readers seek out novels that explore the possibilities and consequences of such a catastrophic event. Whether you're interested in post-apocalyptic fiction, military thrillers, or dystopian narratives, there is no shortage of captivating works that delve into the hypothetical scenario of World War III.

One notable novel that stands out in this genre is "The Third World War" by General Sir John Hackett. Published in 1978, this fictional account presents a chillingly realistic portrayal of a global conflict erupting during the Cold War era. Drawing from his expertise as a military strategist, Hackett crafts a narrative that explores political tensions, technological advancements, and the devastating consequences of a third world war. The book offers readers a compelling examination of the socio-political landscape during this turbulent period.

Another noteworthy novel is "Red Storm Rising" by Tom Clancy. Considered a classic in the military techno-thriller genre, Clancy weaves a gripping tale of a fictional war between NATO and the Soviet Union. Published in 1986, the novel offers a captivating portrayal of the events leading up to World War III. With meticulous attention to detail and a thrilling plot, Clancy puts readers in the heart of the action, making "Red Storm Rising" an enthralling read for fans of the genre.

For enthusiasts seeking a different take on World War III, "The Road" by Cormac McCarthy provides a haunting and bleak depiction of a post-apocalyptic world. Set in the aftermath of an unspecified catastrophe, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel follows the journey of a father and his young son as they navigate through a desolate and dangerous landscape. McCarthy's stark prose and exploration of the human spirit make "The Road" a poignant and thought-provoking read.

In addition to these recommended novels, there are numerous online platforms where you can explore an extensive collection of World War III-themed literature. Websites like Goodreads, Amazon, and BookBub offer detailed lists and user reviews, helping you discover more books that cater to your specific interests.

Remember, the world of World War III novels is vast and varied, with authors from different backgrounds and writing styles offering unique perspectives. Whether you're looking for thrilling action, political intrigue, or emotional depth, there's a novel out there that will capture your imagination and keep you engaged from beginning to end. So, dive into these gripping narratives and immerse yourself in the possibilities of a fictional World War III.
Peerless Concubine Fiction
Peerless Concubine

A young sales manager, due to an unexpected experience, arrived in a completely different world and became an honorable family servant in the Xiao Mansion. How will he navigate the business world, officialdom, battlefield, and love affairs as a lowly servant? Confronting a frosty princess, a vengeful woman from a wealthy household, a talented woman renowned throughout the world, a cunning and vicious witch, and an untouchable fairy, who will become his conquest? This servant is not just a mere human; even a carp must leap over the dragon gate. Light-hearted, provocative, and shameless will set the tone for this book. Taoist priests, stay away!

324.75 Million words | 2021-04-02 10:59Update

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Rescuing the Great Ming Dynasty Fiction
Rescuing the Great Ming Dynasty

Zhu Cilang is more treacherous than a traitor, more vicious than a Tartar, and can deceive people's hearts better than Li Zicheng! - Chongwang Li Zicheng stood on Mount Jiugong, looking southeast, feeling a thousand emotions. This son Cilang is rebellious and unfilial, cunning and cruel. He is like the reincarnation of Cao Cao and the rebirth of Sima. If he becomes the emperor, all the rebels, tartars, treacherous ministers, and wily people in the world will surely miss me! - Emperor Chongzhen of the Ming Dynasty, standing in front of the Ming Xiaoling Mausoleum, weeping bitterly. I am wrongly accused! I, Hong Chengchou, am truly not a collaborator of the Zhu thief Cilang. I am loyal to the Qing Dynasty! - Hong Chengchou, the Minister of War of the Qing Dynasty, shouted loudly from the execution ground. Father Emperor, do not run away, your filial son is obedient! - These are the heartfelt words of the Ming Crown Prince Zhu Cilang, who had his soul possessed by an honest child from the century, as he chased after Emperor Chongzhen. - Book Club Group:

558.61 Million words | 2022-07-06 00:57Update

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My father, Emperor Han Gaozu Fiction
My father, Emperor Han Gaozu

A great empire has just been born, and a new era is about to begin. Liu Chang once considered whether he should strive for the throne and lead this brand new empire himself, but when he looked around at those like Liu Bang, Empress Lv, Liu Ying, and Liu Heng... well, isn't it better to just live a peaceful life? So, Liu Chang put on the hat of the "shameful time traveler" and embarked on a life of idleness and waiting for death. Also known as "My Foolish Oudoudou", "Isn't this kid actually Xiang Yu's?" and "How can we cure the Han Dynasty with someone like you?" and so on.

435.52 Million words | 2021-07-13 23:29Update

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royalty Fiction
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He, a humble illegitimate child with a mysterious background, a young man who has achieved great success in the business world for ten years, a lazy person who is indifferent to fame and fortune. In his previous life, he was alone with no one to rely on; in this life, he is born into a prestigious royal family, surrounded by beautiful wives. In the ever-changing dynasty, where the struggle for the throne is intense and the court is filled with intrigue, what path should this lazy person take? From the renowned historical writer Gao Yue, who has brought us "The Great Tang Dynasty," "Noble Families," and "The World," comes another spectacular masterpiece. With Gao Yue's five-year track record of consistent updates, this book is bound to be just as exciting.

138.78 Million words | 2023-06-06 12:45Update

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A few dreams of the soul Fiction
A few dreams of the soul

Two hundred years ago, she leaped off the cold jade peak in utter despair. Two hundred years later, by a twist of fate, she returned to the realm of Nine Provinces, only to witness a scene of devastation. As for him... Be cautious about his literary works... Do you dare delve into it? Well... Don't blame me if you end up being blinded ╮(╯▽╰)╭ Now, let me recommend my own creation!

97.72 Million words | 2021-12-29 18:46Update

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The Western Influence in the Late Qing Dynasty. Fiction
The Western Influence in the Late Qing Dynasty.

The protagonist traveled back in time to the late Qing Dynasty during the reign of Emperor Daoguang and became a charcoal worker with Yang Xiuqing. They led a primitive lifestyle. As a time traveler, Li Yunzhong was not content with a mundane life. However, before he could plan for the future, he accidentally offended Yang Xiuqing and had no choice but to flee. Li Yunzhong gathered a group of anti-Qing revolutionaries and started a rebellion, going through Hunan and then Jiangnan, eventually recapturing Nanjing. They established their rule amidst the prosperous Jiangnan world. Unfortunately, Hong Xiuquan had a tragic ending. He trailed behind Li Yunzhong and indirectly shielded him from pursuing Qing troops. Eventually, with no other choice, he settled in Sichuan and established the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom in Chongqing. These two forces, one in the east and one in the west, made the Qing forces exhaust themselves in pursuit. Li Yunzhong said, "My goal is to trample the imperial powers under my feet."

380.88 Million words | 2020-08-13 16:25Update

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Signing in Douluo to Start with Slime Fiction
Signing in Douluo to Start with Slime

"This is a magical comment. Once you write down the character and world you want to travel to, your dreams will come true instantly." "Congratulations on being the first person to leave a comment!" "Travel destination: Stardust Forest!" "Character to travel with: Lillimoor!" "Note: As the first commenter, you have randomly received the check-in system. Please check it out!"

54.10 Million words | 2020-07-25 10:06Update

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Summoning Mighty Generals in the Three Kingdoms Fiction
Summoning Mighty Generals in the Three Kingdoms

Guan Yu battles Qin Qiong, I'm in! Transmigrating into the abandoned Han Emperor Liu Bian, I embarked on a difficult Three Kingdoms journey. No territory, no troops, no talented people, but it doesn't matter, I have a super summoning system, allowing me to command historical heroes at will! Don't mention the Three Heroes of Hu Lao Pass battling Lu Bu, I'll summon the super combination of Emperor Wu Daolong, Li Cunxiao, and Li Yuanba. Can they win? If you send the Five Tiger Generals and the Five Good Admirals together, I'll use a powerful move and summon Sun Wukong to crush you in seconds! What? I can't summon fictional characters? Then you just wait, I'll go and check the instruction manual first...

502.79 Million words | 2020-08-07 10:54Update

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Illegitimate child of the Great Song Fiction
Illegitimate child of the Great Song

Welcome to the Song Dynasty. Here, you will find the poetry of Su Dongpo, the lyrics of Li Qingzhao, the heroic spirit of the northern frontier, and the misty rain of the southern regions. "Is there anything else?" Yes, for example, there are clandestine mistresses, alluring courtesans, secret rendezvous under the lantern festival, and it's worth emphasizing that nobody wears underwear. "You're being lewd. Can you talk about something else?" Are you not interested as a man? Very well, let me mention something else. Here, we have the fury of gentlemen, the sinister laughter of treacherous ministers, powerful emperors, and enchanting empresses. There are the palace guards of the Khitan dynasty, the iron cavalry of the Western Xia, there are shores filled with corpses and city walls stained with blood.

286.34 Million words | 2022-01-02 21:51Update

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Rebirth: Strong Country in the War of Resistance Fiction
Rebirth: Strong Country in the War of Resistance

A modern military expert returned to the time before the full-scale resistance war broke out, only to encounter the ruthless atrocities committed by the returning troops. In order to protect the innocent villagers, he had to pick up weapons and lead the people in a fierce rebellion. With his knowledge surpassing the era and his expertise in military industry, he started from scratch and established a formidable Red Army force. He fully utilized various resources to produce one deadly weapon after another, making the enemies tremble with fear... Thus, when the war against aggression began, the "Three Shots for Eight Routes" who could barely afford to fire a bullet in history now had enough ammunition for training and combat. The "Border Area Produced" hand grenades, which could barely kill anyone, were replaced by qualified products that could cause devastation with each explosion. In the face of a series of astonishingly ingenious inventions like the "Heartless cannon" and the direct-fire mortar, the enemy's defensive structures crumbled to dust... And this was just the beginning... Group ID: Group ID:

451.54 Million words | 2022-09-30 08:44Update

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Great Tang Super Dad Fiction
Great Tang Super Dad

Being a stay-at-home dad is a noble profession, a pure profession, a moral profession, a profession that transcends low-level interests, and a profession that benefits the people! Li Yuanba's life in the Tang Dynasty began with being a stay-at-home dad!

232.66 Million words | 2021-02-03 09:04Update

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I am Emperor Qin II. Fiction
I am Emperor Qin II.

A mysterious landslide, which led to him replacing the Second Emperor of Qin; while most people who travel through time encounter beautiful ladies and have numerous adventures, I can only worry about staying alive; aside from Zhao Gao, recruiting Li Si, and saving the Meng brothers; restoring the fallen clans of the Six States, witnessing the turbulent times of the world; resisting the Xiongnu, rejecting the Xiongnu, and pacifying Goguryeo; I possess the world, how can there be a shortage of beauties. Snatching Yu Ji, seizing Lady Qi. Empress Lv? Oh, she's long been in Liu Bang's warm embrace. The splendid Han nation, only I am the great Qin.

203.95 Million words | 2023-05-08 00:50Update

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Tang Qi Fiction
Tang Qi

The fierce gale roars, sweeping across thousands of miles, where horse hooves tread, lies the mighty Tang Empire!

354.12 Million words | 2020-08-16 15:40Update

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Contracting Da Ming Fiction
Contracting Da Ming

A financial analyst accidentally travels back to the Ming Dynasty during the Wanli era and becomes the son-in-law of a wealthy merchant. He initially believed that he could live a prosperous life in ancient times, like the protagonists in time-travel novels, with wealth and multiple wives. However, everything changed when he encountered Emperor Wanli... "Your Majesty, regarding the commission for the common people..." "There's no need to worry, I will have the Ministry of Revenue issue it to you." "What the heck! Your Majesty, you previously asked me to empty the treasury and replenish the imperial household, and now the treasury is as empty as a mouse's droppings!" "Well, that's true. In that case, the treasury shall be entrusted to you." "Your Majesty, may I say something?" "You may." "Damn it!"

395.92 Million words | 2021-03-01 00:48Update

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Green Hat King of the Tang Dynasty Fiction
Green Hat King of the Tang Dynasty

What? I am Fang Yiai, the Green Cap King of the Tang Dynasty. Is God playing a joke on me? When Fang Yiai possesses the soul of a modern person, will he still become the famous cuckold in history? Will Princess Gaoyang still walk arrogantly with her head held high? A different Fang Yiai roams under the sky of Zhenguan, leaving his mark everywhere - from the Monkey Spirit Case, the Conquest of Tuyuhun, the Destruction of the Turks, the Yangzhou Case, to the Ghost Gate Pass and the Valley of Ten Thousand Flowers. Thus, Fang Yiai becomes a gallant man, a general who embraces beautiful women. Emperor Li Shimin: Fang Yiai, you are the precious treasure bestowed upon the Tang Dynasty by the heavens! Changsun Wuji: This child has gone mad. He is undermining the foundation of my Changsun family! Princess Changle: My husband, you are truly a celestial being descended from the constellation of Wenqu. Zheng Liwan: Fang Yiai, dare you marry me? Princess Jinyang: Brother Yiai, I want a doll! If you readers find "The Green Cap King of the Tang Dynasty" satisfactory, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in QQ groups and on Weibo!

204.42 Million words | 2021-11-10 18:28Update

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The Tang Expeditionary Army Fiction
The Tang Expeditionary Army

【China Dream Essay Contest Entry】 In an unexpected incident during an archaeological excavation, Li Jie was transported to the Tang Palace a thousand years ago by a mysterious jade seal. With an arrogant attitude, he overshadowed Emperor Li Zhi and became a great presence in the palace. Unfortunately, being born as Yang Guifei's son and having the bloodline of the despised Emperor Yang, he still had no connection to the tempting imperial throne. However, that didn't matter. With the foresight of a time traveler and the various knowledge gained from his internship in archaeology, Li Jie skillfully guided the mighty Tang Dynasty like a powerful war chariot, carving out his own domain during his heroic expeditions. Of course, with a sharp weapon in hand and the beauty of a woman's lap to rest on, he was ready for any challenge that came his way.

305.43 Million words | 2020-09-02 13:13Update

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At the end of the smoke and flames Fiction
At the end of the smoke and flames

Editor's Note: Accountability for everything that has happened in the past, whether right or wrong, has become history and cannot be changed, nor can it be altered. All those who have lived in the past, regardless of their wisdom or foolishness, have become the departed, and there is no need to erase or attempt to erase their existence. History is simply the recorded remnants of the past, which will exist regardless of whether future generations approve or not. Just like fossils from the Cretaceous period, they remain vividly alive despite the passing of hundreds of thousands of years. This book is dedicated to those who once fought for the freedom of the Chinese nation, regardless of their beliefs. Join the Drunkard QQ fan group, where book lovers are welcomed to discuss the plot together.

132.26 Million words | 2020-11-26 06:36Update

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Guide to Time Traveling in the Northern Song Dynasty Fiction
Guide to Time Traveling in the Northern Song Dynasty

If traveling back to the Song Dynasty, should one indulge in poetry and appreciate the beauty of nature or focus on military prowess and conquering the world? Regardless, satisfying one's hunger should be a priority before anything else.

119.75 Million words | 2020-08-18 03:59Update

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The female lead always fails her missions [Quick Transmigration]. Fiction
The female lead always fails her missions [Quick Transmigration].

Classic novel by author Biluoge Ling: "The Female Protagonist Always Fails Her Missions [Quick Transmigration]." Read the latest chapters here for free. Our site updates promptly with no pop-up ads. Welcome and enjoy reading. Also known as "When a Steel Straight Woman Gets a Romance Script," this is a silly and lighthearted story without any CP or ambiguity. There are multiple private settings and plenty of brain teasers. Please don't take it too seriously. Updates daily. Seeking favorites~ First World: Successfully Guide the School Bully √ Probably made the school bully call them daddy. Second World: Shura Arena of the Sea King √ Forced to take the blame for five dog-like men who came knocking on the door? Third World: Guide the Male Lead to Cancel the Wedding and Turn Evil √ Turning evil is a bit lonely, so it's better to be a good person. Fourth World: Guide the Stingy Rich Second Generation Boyfriend, still in progress~ Synopsis: The protagonist used to be a boss in the guidance system. After retiring, they are suddenly asked by the main system to come out of retirement. They thought guiding a newbie would be a piece of cake, but...

234.23 Million words | 2021-02-04 14:57Update

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Return to the Ming Dynasty as a Pirate Fiction
Return to the Ming Dynasty as a Pirate

In the 34th year of the Jiajing reign, a graduate student in maritime studies woke up quietly. In this era, scholars abandoned their brushes to become pirates, while pirates delivered letters, waiting for orders at Zha'an. In this era, the emperor couldn't stop refining elixirs, but dared not open the dirty gates outside. But little did they know, this was already the age of great voyages. Soon, the world map would be filled with colorful flags. And I, who considered myself the divine ruling kingdom, was no longer the center of the world. The graduate student knew all this, so he worked hard to research and strive to excel. Friends were too foolish, enemies were too reckless, without research, one couldn't get through. The ocean was too vast, foreigners were too many, without more knowledge, one couldn't control it all.

312.57 Million words | 2020-07-08 23:29Update

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