Best Historical Novel List

Soul-swapping:Imperial concubine rebirth

??? The Third Miss of the Qin Clan is a useless and timid person. When the Prince withdraws from her marriage, she commits suicide by jumping into the river. In the 21st century, Qin Chu, a genius agent, is framed and his soul crosses over to the Third Miss of the Qin Clan. So what if she’s useless,

Making the second male lead fall in love with me, the villainess

champilyn “Wait, someone might see.” Charlton said, recalling the glass window. “I’m prepared for that.” Serena replied as she bent to open her bag on the floor and then took out a film like looking sticker. “I found this at the market yesterday.” “I must say that I’m ill-prepared for this.” He noted as he furrowed his brows. Serena stood up and gave him the sticker. Then she placed her right hand on the bulge of his pants, directly gripping his erection. “Well, I must say that you’re not. Now, do place the sticker on the window.” — Serena Chen lived a life filled with love and success, while devoid of any hardship. So, when it was time to go, she went peacefully. However, as if fate was playing its game on her, she opened her eyes again only to discover that she has transmigrated as Serena Maxwell, the villainess in the novel “A Cinderella story in Victorian fantasy era” written by her very own granddaughter. Set in a Victorian-esque era, Serena Lilianne Maxwell was the only daughter of the Ducal house of Maxwell. She was rich, beautiful, a little haughty, and the fiancé of the crown prince. Every lady wants to be her, but sadly, the crown prince, Geoffrey, fell in love with Emily Evans, the daughter of an impoverished Baron. Seeing how young and beautiful she was again, her only thought was, since she already lived her past life as a normal decent lady, why not live as a semi-wanton lady of the era to fulfill her fantasies? Thus, she set her sights on her first target, Charlton Daniel, the only son of the duke of Suffox, cousin of the crown prince, and the original novel's second male lead. After some twists and turns, like any other sappy romantic story, the two inevitably fell in love. However, contrary to the novel's original plot, Geoffrey, the crown prince, who Serena was still politically engaged to, fell for her. It would have been less complicated if the engagement was not one ordained by the king, but it was. With this situation, what would Charlton and Serena have to do and what sacrifices must they make, to get to their happily ever after? Join them to find out.

Becoming the Empress: Golden Finger Set Under My Bed

Ning Fu Ru Lai The Empress who dies in torture, An Rushuang is her name. After she wakes up, she finds herself has time-travelled to when she was twelve years old, but she would turn into Major General’s white horse at night. He is a general who orders about the winds and clouds on the battlefield, and she is a little girl lives in her boudoir seclusively. She endeavors to change her fate, and he spared no effort to win every battle. They meet each other every day, well, it’s night to be accurate. Is that a dream or not? She pleads to marry the seignior to win peace for her family, only to find he is the one she is going to marry. “Growing old with you under the same roof is my long-cherished wish”, thought them both.

The Longest Day in Chang'an

??? Chang’an, Jan. 14th of lunar month, Tianbao Year 3 (744AD), Tang Dynasty. For residents of Imperial City, what awaits them when the city enjoys its dazzling brilliance and joy of the Lantern Festival is an unexpected catastrophe that’ll destroy all. Tujue (a nationality in the north of ancient China), Wolfpack, kidnapping, assassination, rampant flames that scorch all…start the gear for the doom of and the Longest Day in Chang’an. And the only hope lies in a one-eyed convict sentenced to death and the fleeting Twelve Hours…Will Chang’an, the city of prosperity, survive the longest day ever or will it burn…

Return of the Female Knight

??? Elena, who spent her entire life as a cold-blooded female knight to avenge her family, ended up dying without claiming her revenge. When she opened her eyes she found that she went back into the past. By day she was a lady in a dress, and at night she carried a sword to change history and prevent her family’s destruction. “I want to marry you, Your Highness,” she said to the crown prince. She would do this to save her family.

Chaos Of Beauty

Duo Duo Wu She has been drawn into the life of the phoenix, such fate – “The Emperor Swallow”, but few days later she married the Prime Minister; she possesses beauty that overthrows cities and ruins states but also has a talented and virtuous mind, yet her husband is deeply in love with the Emperor’s doted consort. On their wedding night, his face filled with guilt, says to her: Apart from love, I can give you anything…… Though deep in nobility, her life is not monotonous, to pick up the new number one scholar from within the imperial palace, to rescue the Nu clan’s prince in the back alleys, and with the young general falling off the cliff, with the Emperor engaging in a battle of wits over the inner palace……. Many men were unable to conquer her beauty and wisdom, yet when trying to win the beauty, they cannot let go of their plundering desires in lust for power. Within the imperial court, there is an underlying turbulence of disputing fronts. On the battlefield, there is the slaughtering of armoured cavalry……the tender grace of a beauty, hearts fuelled with lust for power, which is it that is the burial of such heroes? Troubled times since the war, they survive in this strife, fighting to dominate this world, seizing the beauty that overthrows cities and ruin states…… The world, because of this beauty, is in chaos; but who is it that this beauty charmingly smiles at?

Lord Chu's Wife is Wild

Clearing Painting Chu Sihan, the county magistrate of Xuan Yue Country, is an exceptionally handsome prodigy who had risen to fame since he was a child. However, the National Preceptor prophesies that he would not live to the age of thirty, unless he marries the Lu Family’s daughter from Liu Yue Village. Chu Sihan declares, “I’d rather stay single forever than to marry a woman whom I have never met.” Then— Lu Sheng, who is engaged the moment she transmigrates, scoffs. “He must be an old man to be so anxious to marry.” Then, Lord Chu reveals the truth. “Sheng, if you don’t marry me, I’d rather stay single forever.” Lu Sheng, who single-mindedly wants to earn a fortune and fulfil her dream of becoming a billionaire, says, ”Okay, then stay single forever, Lord Chu.” Then— A particular man pins her against the wall coldly, narrows his eyes and asks, “Will you marry me, or not? If you marry me, the entire Chu Mansion and me will be yours. If you don’t… I’ll hang around your house every day.” Lu Sheng, “…” This is a story about an aloof and dark Lord matched with a beautiful, powerful wife who pretends to be innocent.

Crazy Duke and Fallen Queen

xiaohai_23 Theodora is the Queen of Polis, a city-state that lost the war against the most powerful empire in the continent. She is sure that they'll execute her immediately but, somehow, she survives the meeting with the Emperor, and she finds herself... Married? Tossed in a new world without connections and allies, she has to either accept her fate or lose the chance to help her people once again. She soon finds out that her new husband knows more about her than she does herself, and that his purposes are often far from what she expects. A fallen queen that doesn't know how to be anything else. A handsome Duke who's the cause of her ruin. And their efforts to find some happiness in a marriage that's been forced on them. WARNING: there are contents not suitable for a sensitive audience. The smut scenes are half-censored at the beginning, but the amount and details will increase after a few dozen chapters (according to the Queen's mood .-. ) *** «I'm sorry for lying to you, your grace...» «You're a Duchess. No one will dare to consider your words a lie: if you say that you were painting souls, then it's the truth.» «I will remember it.» «No, you have to understand it, Theodora. You're not a prisoner, but my wife. I'll protect you when you need it, and I'll help you with any issue you have. You're not just a Duchess in the name. You're my Duchess.» «It's hard to believe in such a short amount of time.» «For now, stop shaking like a chicken. I won't hurt you.» ***

Grabbing Your Hand, Dragging you Away

Tian Xia Wu Bing I am a princess, moreover, I am a fool of a princess. Born in the imperial palace, my appearance is as average as that of the white radish and cabbages in the fields. Throughout the four seasons of the year, my face is always displaying a dull expression, eyes forever shrouded in haze. But in reality, I know of the secrets within this palace. Including hers, his, and theirs. Just leisurely living my days comfortably in the palace like this, I firmly believe I can continue to play dumb to the end. Taking your hand, dragging you away. Not leaving you say? Very well, close the doors and release the hounds. (Expressionless face)

Gu Fang Bu Zi Shang

Feng Nong Bai Pingting has always been contrary the saying, “A woman’s virtue is ignorance.” Although she serves the Marquess of Jing-An as a maid, she leads a life far richer than most women. Her plain appearance is not what defines her — but her intelligence, far beyond many wise men. Although Chu Beijie was an enemy general, she still cannot help being attracted to this man, despite the many lies and conspiracies…but between love and loyalty, she must make a choice. She can only hope that man’s love for her isn’t as deep as she thought. One is a soul who seemingly destroys peace while the other aspires to be the sword that saves. Between them, lies a mountain of hate… Who of the two most cunning people on earth cast the trap and just who captured the other?

His Peasant Wife : Yao Ling

Missoline87 When Yao Ling saved a handsome man, she never thought that there would be a day she would propose a marriage to him. “Will you marry me?” One question and it sealed their fate together. She needed his protection and she was his savior. There was only one problem, that man lost his memory. This convenience marriage might just be a ticking bomb, one that could explode and burnt in a second when he gained his memory. Who exactly he is? What will happen when the man regains his memories? Whether it's a happily ever after or not, it depends on their love. Will love blossom? Only time will tell. Hope you will enjoy this ancient contractual marriage! :)

The Attack of the Wastrel

Nongqin Her rebirth gave her a second chance at life. She was back with a vengeance and wanted to make those that had harmed her pay. But to those that helped her, she wanted to repay them. Her evil stepmother? She would slowly pull out her claws, one by one. Her evil stepsister? She would crush her pride. She thought that by getting her revenge for her past life, she would be happy in this life. However, she never would have thought that danger would chance upon her time and time again. The hatred from her clan and whether their bloodline would continue to exist, lay solely on her shoulders. Luckily, on this thorny path, someone had always been protecting her. “Third Prince, have you ever regretted being with me?” That person laughed lightly and peered at her with a loving yet weary look, “As long as I am together with you, I have no regrets.”

The Chronicles of the Immortal God

kcgrabin There are 2 paths to achieve the peak of power, the Tenth Stage. Gain the recognition of Laws and ascend as a God. Or Cultivate thyself as an Immortal. With his Master unparalleled in Energy Manipulation and Space-Time, watch as Fang Lin achieve both!!! Burdened with a master that can shake cities and crush mountains, Fang Lin travels the realm, cleaning up after his master’s messes!!! [[[[[The sexy parts and jokes in this novel will be in Volume 2. Volume 3 onwards will have dramatically less of those sexy parts. So if you are not into those jokes, Volume 1 and 3 will be up your alley.]]]]]

Doctor Goes Back to Joseon

???? The undisputed greatest doctor in Korea, Baek Gang Hyuk. He falls back in time to Joseon after touching a strange painting

Rebirth: Peasant Girl is Good at Farming

Lin Dong Yi Zhi Once transmigrated, the Mob Queen became a small peasant girl and was given a small bun. Her parents were biased, while her siblings disliked her. Her father, aunt, and brother bullied the weak and feared the strong. Was her eccentric grandfather trying to sell her for money? She also wanted to get involved … What should he do? The Queen rolled up her sleeves. Don't be afraid, just do it. However, he had accidentally provoked the man he had picked up from the mountain. “I will raise you and you will belong to me,” the mountain man said. Hehe, raise your ass! He started a fertile field, raised livestock, and his days became more and more popular. He even collected the mighty and domineering Han warm bed in the mountains for his use. However... How did you become a general in this mountain?!

Quick Transmigrating Second Female Lead's Counterattack

??? After accidentally falling, she actually finds herself bound to a Second Female Lead Counter Attacking System! Xun Mi: WTF is this?! (????)????? In order to regain her memories and return to her original world, Xun Mi is forced to transmigrate to different worlds and complete missions. Fiancé stolen away? Abandoned by her family? Career ruined? Reputation slandered? No problem, I’ll just go and grab a golden thigh*, dominate the world, slap those trash scum across the face, and live true to the saying that evildoers have no worries! Xun Mi: I just want to peacefully and quietly complete my missions and go. Loyal Puppy: I just want to peacefully and quietly go with you. *Note: grab a golden thigh: means to cling onto a rich or powerful person for support , usually used in a joking manner

The Men at Her Feet

Hehe-haha This story is about the romance that blossomed between a beautiful princess and several courtiers, told through the various positions they experienced together.

You've Got Mail: A Cautionary Tale

Hei Dan Bai ;??? The Peng Society for Gentlemen — a secret friend-making club for the homosexual men of the Great Xia Dynasty. Its services were designed to help its members along in their quest for their lifelong partners. Upon paying a monthly fee of fifty coins, members could get themselves listed in The Pengornisseur after providing a self-portrait, a mailing address, their age and hobbies, as well as a self-introduction. All members would receive a copy of the monthly publication, and they could communicate with one another in private using the information in The Pengornisseur. Wu Xingzi, a bachelor about to turn forty, worked as the adviser to the magistrate in Qingcheng County. Qingcheng County was a place with barely any resources. In other words, it was poor. In the list of counties of the Great Xia Dynasty, it had been ranked at the bottom for the past two hundred years. Wu Xingzi felt that his life was hopeless: not only was he a homosexual, he was also a virgin. Even his retirement fund was lacking. Worse still, his looks were… forgettable. He might as well die. Hence, Wu Xingzi decided to commit suicide on his fortieth birthday. However, he was unwilling to remain a virgin to death! And so, gritting his teeth, he joined the Peng Society for Gentlemen and received The Pengornisseur. It was very painful; after all, fifty coins were the sum of his daily expenditure for ten days! He would only pay it once, and he was determined to succeed on his first try.

Husband, Be A Gentleman

Su Xing Yue Pei Jin is a black bellied prince. To outsiders he is a kind gentleman and always calm. Yan Shi Ning is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. To outsiders she is a gentle bred young lady and always docile. Pei Jin and Yan Shi Ning are the perfect couple but behind closed doors... Pei Jin: Wife, you’re an expert liar. Yan Shi Ning: Husband, it’s because you taught me well.

Substitute Bride Phoenix, The Tyrant's Pampered Demon Empress

Qin Shuangshuang No one wants to marry a cruel and bloodthirsty person, even if he is the master of a country. A marriage, the well-known idiot Liu Xiangfu third lady married the noble princess. Ordinary appearance is actually a peerless appearance, seemingly ordinary is actually the master of the killer. Since then, entangled by the tyrant, embarked on a dangerous journey. She: Become a demon and fight against the sky! Him: Spoil her if you steal away!