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Books & manhwa that are a work of art
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items Book and manhwa recommendations that will take you on an unforgettable ride! I've read hundreds of thousands of stories, and I'll give you the best of each genre. Diversification is one of my natural penchants in life, so be it action, sports, thrill...
I'd give a part of my soul to experience it again, my favorite of all time. It's incredibly written, and has phenomenal world building. There's a reason why it's a beat seller.
The original work is an 8-volume book series (I got it and I'm about to ...
Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu Vol. 1
This volume will absolutely destroy you, but you'll love it! Both soft and hard covers are available, I'm so happy with mine!
This portrays how one can fall from grace in every sense of the word, from the beloved crown prince and a deity, to the laug...
Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Vol. 2|Paperback
Book three of the best seller book series, Heaven Official's Blessing. It's a love story between a fallen God and his most devoted believer.
Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Vol. 3|Paperback
Oh what I'd give to read Heaven Official's Blessing again, 5 years of my life, or a piece of my soul, heavens, it's simply outstanding, stunning.
In this fourth cover, the ghost King Hua Cheng is worshipping his God on his own altar in an.... interes...
Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Vol. 4|Hardcover
Whoever heeds my advice and ends up reading this masterpiece, you're most welcome.
Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Vol. 5|Paperback
This volume is .... brutal. I have never read anything that broke me more than this did, legit had to stop at some point because it really messed my head up.
I couldn't father how Xie Lian could put up with ....that. Heads up, this volume is rough.
B...
Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Vol. 6|Hardcover
One moment of this book is like a punch to the gut, I remember crying all the tears in my body the first time I read it. I could feel Xie Lian's emotions, and it broke me so bad that it was good, am I making any sense?
Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Vol. 7|Hardcover
The last book in the series, and a happy ending at last. After heartbreak, sorrow, grief, and numerous plot twists, a ride like no other, this is Heaven Official's Blessing, my blessing in life.
It can be yours too, you know?
I don't think anything ...
Heaven Official's Blessing: Tian Guan Ci Fu (Novel) Vol. 8 (B&N Exclusive Edition)|BN Exclusive
The Primal Hunter was a fantastic read, I can't wait to read the 14th volume! It's long and fulfilling, Jake is an instinctual predator, making the book series so exciting!
The Primal Hunter (Light Novel) Vol. 1
A self-sacrificing MC, a story inside a story, major plot twist, and otherworldly world building, this has elements of everything. At some point, you'll find yourself putting the book down and wondering, "How did the author come up with this universe...
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint (novel), Vol. 1|Paperback
It's so eerie, peak fiction right here, and the irony in the title? Hikaru actually died in winter, but it's only during summer that his friend 'accepted' his death, thus the title!
The Summer Hikaru Died, Vol. 1|Paperback
I'm recommending the 13th volume first simply for the badass cover, but you should read Solo Leveling from scratch, it'll be thrilling, trust.
Solo Leveling, Vol. 13 (comic)|Paperback
This is a psychological horror piece, If you want a disturbing read, go for it. I read it one summer night and pretty much couldn't sleep that night, it's THAT bad. Or good, depending on what you like. Premise? Our mc is a stalker, of another man, he...
Killing Stalking: Deluxe Edition Vol. 1|Paperback
The beginning after the end, a book series blending action, cruelty, and life lessons. The story follows a little boy in a world filled with magic, but the thing is, he remembers his past life, one where he was a governing king. King Arthur was just ...
Early Years|eBook
The final episode will air soon, I'm not ready to say goodbye to mha 😭 whoever reads this, just know that you're lucky you've yet to experience it for the first time, I'd give up a lot for that.
My Hero Academia Series
THIS! This piece of art follows the life of a truly chivalrous MC, yet as life would have it, he is led to invent demonic cultivation, and deemed a devil for that. Political intrigue, mind games, and smart leads made this masterpiece a best seller. I...
Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Vol. 1|Paperback
The Yi city arc 😭 this volume was devastating, and it has what this author does so well: nuanced characters. They're morally grey, you can't like any of them perfectly, for they mess up badly sometimes, but you can't bring yourself to hate even the ...
Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Vol. 2|Hardcover
War, and power dynamics, and ....angst. Book four of Grandmaster Of Demonic Cultivation,also known as Mo Dao Zu Shi.
Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (Novel) Vol. 3|Paperback
The beauty of this story comes with sharp daggers, the reveal in this volume is one of them. The way it wraps genuine happiness with heartache and angst reminds me of life, just like hard times subside, joy is nothing but a fleeting moment. And it's ...
Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (Novel) Vol. 4|Hardcover
Will I ever be able to forget this book series? I feel like I might never do.
This is the last book in the series, you can probably feel their yearning across the book cover, and without spoiling anything, let's just say Lan Wangji is one of the mos...
Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation: Mo Dao Zu Shi (Novel) Vol. 5 (B&N Exclusive Edition)|Hardcover
Oh to go back in time and read this for the first time again 😭. Picture this: you're happy, healthy, wealthy. When all of a sudden, you get transmigrated into a stallion novel where the MC has a harem whose members number half a country's population...
The Scum Villain's Self-Saving System: Ren Zha Fanpai Zijiu Xitong (Deluxe Hardcover Novel) Box Set|Hardcover
Out of all villainess manhwas, this one stands out so much. There is a particular scene in it where you'll want to go inside it and give a certain character a piece of your mind.... But it's a masterpiece! Definitely a solid 9 from me
Villains Are Destined to Die, Vol. 1|Paperback
She's so gorgeous, apart from the interesting plot, the art is eye candy on top of it!
Villains Are Destined to Die Vol. 2
This brother of hers is surprisingly decent (compared to the second, ugh he frustrates me so much!)
Villains Are Destined to Die, Vol. 3 by SUOL, Paperback
Would you like me to spoil who's ml? :3 he deserves her to be honest, and he's HOT
Villains Are Destined to Die, Vol. 4|Paperback
I literally cried reading this, it's so so so well-written 😭
Villains Are Destined to Die, Vol. 5|Paperback
This is a dark BL so brace yourself. I honestly dig such tropes from time to time, but I do realize it's not everyone's cup of tea. Still a remarkable book series nonetheless!
Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 1|Paperback
I'm patiently (or impatiently) awaiting the book haul I'll receive in a few weeks, and ughhhh I can't wait to get my hand on it!
Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 2
The art is stunning, and the plot is intense. Enemies to lovers bl? Sign me up 😭
Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 3|Paperback
I remember first seeing this Cover art in an insta post, the OP had posted it with the song Caribbean Blue in the background. Nothing in the world could have prepared me for the impact the mix of these two together had on me, it was ethereal. I am st...
Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 4|Paperback
If you ever read this story because of my recommendation, you're very welcome
Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 5
This is your sign to start reading Case File Compendium
Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 6|Paperback
I have a small soft spot in my heart, to the blue covers of this story. They are just....soft, in a subtle, untouchable way. I think they reflect the subtle beauty of this story, no matter how dark it is.
Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 7|Paperback
Time to pre-order volume 8 and sit on pins and needles waiting for it like me!
Case File Compendium: Bing An Ben (Novel) Vol. 8|Paperback
One of the best stories I've ever read in my life. I still can't believe we live in the time where Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint is available. Believe me when I say, if you read it, you're welcome.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint (novel), Vol. 2|Paperback
Book three of the series (it's a long one with over 6000 pages) with the most jaw dropping world building and plot twists.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint (novel), Vol. 3|Paperback
I'll put available manhwa volumes of ORV in earnest now. Here's volume 1 with the protagonist that thinks himself a mere reader as a cover: Kim Dokja.
This work is a rollercoaster, a ride you'll never forget. The protagonist of the story, and his own...
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 1|Paperback
Yoo Joonhyuck, the stunning protagonist of the real protagonist. A regressor whose life resets every time he passes away, never to rest. The psychological weight of ORV is out-worldly. Hauntingly beautiful.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 2|Paperback
It's so cool that every volume introduces a new character! Jung Heewon, the judge of justice. One of the best decisions creators did for ORV.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 3|Paperback
The tank is here: Lee Hyunsung. Manhwa is actually a good way to put faces on characters. Even a few volumes can make you imagine the story better if you pick up the novel afterwards!
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 4|Paperback
Lee Jihye, the teenager admiral! I'm so giddy recommending this! Who knows? Maybe you'll join the millions of ORV fans, it truly is a work of art.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 5|Paperback
It's Kim Dokja, and technically yoo Joonhyuck too. If you wanna know why, you just have to read it to find out ~
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 6|Paperback
"It was too strange to call it a fairy, too evil to call it an angel, and too tranquil to call it a demon. Thus it was called a dokkaebi." Oh I love ORV exactly for these descriptions, when I say it's a world on its own, it literally is.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 7|Paperback
The coolest female character in ORV, the writer: Han Sooyoung. Her character is so pragmatic yet human, she'll make you question yourself on multiple occasions. Definitely a layered personality, it's stunning! I love it when a character scratches my ...
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 8|Paperback
The beautiful Yoo Sangah. Did you know Greek mythology exists in this world too? I attached a few illustrations from the manhwa. Mainly of Persephone, Dionysus, and an illustration of many Olympian gods.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 9|Paperback
Finally, volume 10 can be preordered.
Omniscient Reader's Viewpoint, Vol. 10|Paperback
I finished all ten volumes of erha (this novel) in a week. And I...almost had a mental breakdown. It was THAT dark. If you're into twisted stuff, this will be right up your alley. I'm sensitive but I still dig such stories because they hurt so good, ...
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 1|Paperback
A dumb MC, stupidly in denial of his love for his teacher: a peerless beauty. Their past life is tragic, but what can I do? I love tragedies. Do you?
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 2|Paperback
Fun fact: the most unmovable people I know cried reading this volume. It doesn't matter if you are tough or used to sadness, you WILL cry reading this, or at least be moved. I can't put into words how beautiful that is: a piece of literature that tou...
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 3|Paperback
Ever heard of the carrot and stick tactic? This is the former part of erha. Volume four is so sugary sweet that it gives ones a high, one they'll get knocked down on BRUTALLY by the other volumes, but one nonetheless!
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 4|Paperback
It goes downhill from here onwards, you'll feel like, "wait, what?" For a loooong while
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 5|Paperback
I'll either convince you to read erha or die trying, it'll be a happy death even if it gave me (and a million other readers, my fellow warriors) trauma ❤️
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 6|Paperback
A scene in this specific volume will make you SHIVER!
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 7|Paperback
Volume 9 broke my soul. I truly believe I'll never quite get over it, this tore my soul apart. I recommend it.
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 9|Paperback
If you've started the books after my recommendation (atta!), this venerable one wishes you good therapy afterwards, you, like us all, will need it. Oh but de collectively discuss the complexities of erha on social media so, join us!
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 10|Paperback
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAH finally FLUFF! I can't wait to receive it, aghhhh. Side stories, we're getting side stories of a happy ending after TEN books of endless suffering!
The Husky and His White Cat Shizun: Erha He Ta De Bai Mao Shizun (Novel) Vol. 11 (Special Edition)|Paperback
I have a list of novels that are labeled: therapy. That's because they are so well-written, yet dug so deep into humanity and details I would have never known otherwise, that they make me question myself. And give me trauma too. Lord of Mysteries is ...
Lord of Mysteries, Vol. 1: The Clown, Part I|Paperback
You're in for a treat, a blessing and a curse. If you like mind games and riddles, enjoy.
Lord of Mysteries, Vol. 2: The Clown, Part II|Paperback
Praise the Fool.
Lord of Mysteries, Vol. 3: The Clown, Part III|Paperback
A bl story that I found surprisingly sweet AND angsty! Exactly as the title hints at, the MC was supposed to save someone but he ends up saving the future villain of the story, but there's more to both of them than meets the eye, it's exquisite!
Mistakenly Saving the Villain (Novel) Vol. 1 (Special Edition)|Paperback
Lucky you, you get to read this for the first time. It's still moderately light at this point, the angst hits hard later on.
Mistakenly Saving the Villain (Novel) Vol. 2|Paperback
It's not yet available, if you're interested you can pre-order though!
Mistakenly Saving the Villain (Novel) Vol. 3|Paperback
If you intend to binge read this, unshrimp, and go have a cup of water. You need to ....brace yourself for it. It's dark, like REALLY dark.
Reverend Insanity Light Novel By Gu Zhen Re Vol. 1-10 English Version Books-DHL
What if the male consort you neglected in your life while being royalty is the only one willing to stay by your side in your last moments? And what if, as fate would have it, you would wake up back in time, right after you married him? *Squeal* oh yo...
The Wife Comes First: Qi Wei Shang (Novel) Vol. 1|Paperback
Sick of being labelled a nepo baby, Onodera Ritsu starts working at a new company outside of his father's influence, only to find out his new love is none other than his first love (who traumatized him, but ...it's more complicated than that.) The te...
The World's Greatest First Love, Vol. 1: The Case of Ritsu Onodera|Paperback
I just LOVE these old yaoi covers. I perk up every time I glimpse mine!
The World's Greatest First Love, Vol. 4: The Case of Ritsu Onodera|Paperback
I remember reading a comment a few years ago under an episode where a person said, "One of my life wishes is to be pinned down by Takano." And honestly? Relatable, understandable, I second that hahaha. (Takano being the one on top here...and everywhe...
The World's Greatest First Love, Vol. 5: The Case of Ritsu Onodera|Paperback
You don't get how big Sekaiichi Hatsukoi is, it's one of the anime/manga that made yaoi culture spread worldwide. It's one of the reasons bl is as big as it is today.
The World's Greatest First Love, Vol. 6: The Case of Ritsu Onodera
Their love stories are complicated, twisted in ways we can fail to comprehend at times. But something in common in all couples here is that they struggle, but in the end they choose to stay.
The World's Greatest First Love, Vol. 9: The Case of Ritsu Onodera|Paperback
They dance around each other so much, it's both endearing and frustrating 😭
The World's Greatest First Love, Vol. 15: The Case of Ritsu Onodera ...
Fun fact: we waited for over ten years for the bottom (Onodera) to confess his OBVIOUS feelings to the top (Takano)! And it's not even in this volume but in the 20th one, but it's so worth the wait omg
The World's Greatest First Love, Vol. 19: The Case of Ritsu Onodera|Paperback
What's stopping you from reading this literary masterpiece?
Legend of Exorcism: Tianbao Fuyao Lu (Novel) Vol. 1|Paperback
A colored webtoon, it's dark so keep that in mind if you decide to pick it up!
The Big Apple Vol. 1 by Harusari, Hodot, Paperback - Barnes & Noble
It's a psychological, dark read. The MC is a masochist. I have reading lists for everything, and this is for when I want something messed up, dark enough to move me when I'm numb. It's a mind twister at BEST. But if you crave something sinister? It's...
Twittering Birds Never Fly, Vol. 1 (Yaoi Manga)|Paperback
It's a psychological, dark read. The MC is a masochist. I have reading lists for everything, and this is for when I want something messed up, dark enough to move me when I'm numb. It's a mind twister at BEST. But if you crave something sinister? It's...
Twittering Birds Never Fly, Vol. 1 (Yaoi Manga)|Paperback
The blu-ray of the movie (it ends on a cliffhanger.)
Twittering Birds Never Fly [Blu-ray]
This book series has all kinds of different loves: romantic love, familial love, platonic love, and more. It's such a wholesome read overall.
Joyful Reunion (Novel) Vol. 1 (Special Edition)|Paperback
The MC is an adult in the body of a baby. It's such a satisfying read because you see her gradually make the necessary preparations to take over the family head role. A solid 9/10!
I Shall Master This Family, Volume 1 (The Comic) - Barnes & Noble