Urban

A realist novel is a type of literature trying to present life as it actually is and it is also known as urban novels, which was popular at Victorian age to reflect urban life at that period. Just as the saying goes, literature originates from what happened in life but beyond that. It’s an appropriate description of realistic novels. Main characters in urban novels are often shaped by writers based on someone’s characteristics in real life. You will experience another life and learn about something from the main characters’ experience in stories. To know realistic novels’ meaning, you need to read some urban novels by yourself to form a personal understanding. We offer a vast collection of popular realistic novels and books online. Rich reading resources are provided for you to select.
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Cold Revenge  - Urban novels & stories

Cold Revenge

GloriaBen
Ralph Scott Taylor, wealthy businessman and CEO of the most renowned Lintel group of Companies had planned his revenge down to every last detail…he would shake the Abbey's perfect world till they came begging for mercy. He would make them pay for taking what was rightfully his. Nineteen years ago, Malcolm Abbey had killed Ralph's parents. Now the Jilted son is back, richer and better….and he wants his company as well as their lives. The game is revenge, the Mission is marriage, when two stubborn wills clash….Sparks fly.
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My Life in Prison  - Urban novels & stories

My Life in Prison

OUSA
"My Life in Prison" is a novel about two characters, Jay and Spider, who find themselves serving time in a correctional facility. Jay is a first-time offender, facing a harsh reality as he adapts to life behind bars. On the other hand, Spider is a seasoned inmate who takes Jay under his wing and teaches him the ropes of surviving in prison. As Jay navigates through the challenges and dangers of prison life, he forms a close bond with Spider, learning about the latter's troubled past and how he ended up in prison. Through their conversations and experiences, Jay gains a deeper understanding of the criminal justice system and its flaws. As the two men serve their sentences, they both face personal and ethical dilemmas that test their character and their friendship. Jay must choose between staying true to his principles or conforming to the harsh reality of prison life. Meanwhile, Spider must come to terms with the mistakes he has made and decide whether he wants to continue down the path of crime or turn his life around. "My Life in Prison" is a thought-provoking and moving novel about the impact of the criminal justice system on those who are incarcerated and the relationships that form within the prison walls. It raises important questions about the humanity of prisoners and the justice system's role in rehabilitating individuals.
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PHILIP SCOTT: THE LOST HEIR  - Urban novels & stories

PHILIP SCOTT: THE LOST HEIR

Dozzzie97
Philip Scott's ordinary life spirals into chaos when he's framed for financial fraud by the powerful CEO Andrew Lane and his manipulative daughter, Jessica. Wrongfully convicted, Philip's world crumbles as he endures a harrowing 12-year prison sentence, grappling with feelings of betrayal and despair. Just when hope seems lost, an unexpected benefactor orchestrates his release, revealing a shocking truth—Philip is the long-lost heir to the colossal Aton Empire.Thrust into a web of luxury, deceit, and deadly secrets, Philip must navigate his new identity as Frank Aton. Under the stern guidance of his estranged grandfather, Barry Aton, he uncovers a dark conspiracy that links his past to the sinister machinations of Andrew Lane. With the aid of a dedicated private investigator, Clara Lewis, and armed with critical insider information from a loyal prison cellmate, Philip embarks on a perilous quest to expose the corruption that nearly destroyed him.In a high-stakes battle for power, revenge, and redemption, Philip Scott: The Lost Heir keeps readers on the edge of their seats. As alliances shift and deadly secrets are unveiled, one man's fight for justice becomes a pulse-pounding race against time to reclaim his legacy and bring his enemies to their knees.
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King Lewis In Chicago Prison - the useless son of a Baker - Urban novels & stories

King Lewis In Chicago Prison - the useless son of a Baker

Jenika
One would think that once your father becomes a billionaire your problems are solved, not for Lewis. Managing a cut of five percent share from his father's property, he owned a café in the middle of the city. One day, a stolen necklace worth billion dollars was found in his café, Lewis was forcefully accused and arrested. All his rights were taken away as he was a nobody with just a five percent share of property. Abandoned with no friends nor family to support him, Lewis was left alone to rot in the prison of Chicago until a young woman showed up in his life, spiraling him upward from the useless son to the infamous King Lewis.
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After Divorce, My Ex-wife Cried In Regret - Urban novels & stories

After Divorce, My Ex-wife Cried In Regret

Black Jewel
After a failed marriage, Robin finally reveals himself as the ultimate boss. His past haunts him, reminding him of the troubles he overcame and now, he is out to crush his enemies! However, what happens when his ex-wife fails to get him back? She becomes his bane, conniving with his enemies to crush him. With Robin’s rise to power, he faces even more hurdles, sharpening him into an untouchable god. But at what price?
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A Tale of a Blind Son-in-law - Urban novels & stories

A Tale of a Blind Son-in-law

Ethereal Maiden
A year after Tristan Jacob del Rosario marries Danica Ignacio, they both get involved in a car accident. Danica died and Tristan lost his sight. Danica’s family kicked Tristan out after blaming him for her death and his family abandoned him as well because he became the shame of their lineage. Tristan gets Karina Zein Gomez as his maid. Then he discovers that Karina is Danica’s sister another woman, so he came up with the idea of using her to take revenge on Danica’s family by making her fall in love with him to control her and unravel her identity to the public to wreck his father-in-law’s image. But before Tristan could do his plan, Karina learns his true goal. Can Karina stay in love with a man like Tristan who only wants to use her to get revenge? Or can Tristan forget to revenge and fall in love too with Karina?
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The Smith's Legacy - Urban novels & stories

The Smith's Legacy

Jurie's write
Blurb – The Smith’s Legacy Genre: Urban | Trope: Fake Identity, Family Drama, Redemption | Tone: Emotional + Adventure “You’re not good enough for her, Asher. You never were,” Ava’s mother spat. “I wasn’t trying to be good enough for your daughter,” Asher said slowly, his eyes darkening. “I was trying to be enough.. for her.” "But since I am not, I will take everything, until she has way less than enough." _____ Asher Smith never wanted to inherit his father’s empire, he wanted to build his own life, from scratch. So, he walked away from the Smith name and legacy, faking a humble identity at Cornell, where he met Ava Harper, beautiful, comforting, and full of dreams. Their whirlwind love turned into marriage, but love wasn’t enough to withstand pressure. Especially not from Ava’s mother, who saw poverty as a crime and Asher as a curse. One betrayal shattered everything. Now, Asher is back, not as the broken boy you would expect, but as the true heir of Smith Corporation. And when Ava sees him again.....it’s too late. Because the girl she once resented for sitting too close to Asher? She is wearing white now. And she is holding his hand with a ring on it.
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The Billionaire's Hidden Son-in-Law - Urban novels & stories

The Billionaire's Hidden Son-in-Law

Bella Grace
To Sophia, Michael was nothing but a placeholder husband. To Victoria, he was a stray dog they kept around for pity. But when Henry – his father-in-law, the only one who ever showed him kindness, lay dying, everything changed. Little did Michael know that the Donovan empire was about to be willed to him. “Would you want to become the head of the Donovan family?” Henry asked. The question hit Michael like a wave— unbelievable, impossible. He wasn’t born to power, was he? Yet, Henry saw something in him that no one else ever did: strength, loyalty, heart. Unfortunately, this only brought more hate to Michael from the patriarch’s daughters. “You’ll never see a single cent of this family’s money,” Victoria spat. After Henry died, they manipulated the will and threw him out. But the truth about Michael’s past is bigger than anyone can imagine. He isn’t just some helpless man with a forgotten name. He’s the heir to a legacy, the storm standing quietly at the door. He’s the lost heir to the mighty Ainsley family. A mighty storm they didn’t see coming.
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WIFE KICKED MILLIONAIRE MEDICAL GOD HUSBAND - Urban novels & stories

WIFE KICKED MILLIONAIRE MEDICAL GOD HUSBAND

Agba jae
In the glittering canals of Amsterdam, Lukas Brandt thought he’d lost everything—divorced, humiliated, and branded a “stain” by his ex-wife, tech mogul Elise Van der Meer. But when a deadly toxin puts a tycoon’s life at risk, his rare herbalist skills make him the most sought-after man in the world. Will his healing art save lives—or ignite a war?
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THE UPRISING HEIR - Urban novels & stories

THE UPRISING HEIR

Grep-pens
You were nothing, Mocked by family. Dumped by your lover. Fired and humiliated in front of a crowd. Rock bottom didn’t just greet you, it crushed you. Then came the letter. Gold-sealed. Hand-delivered. Signed by the richest consortium the world has never seen. “Congratulations. You are the sole heir.” Overnight, you go from broke to untouchable. Private jets. Infinite credit. Empires at your fingertips. The same people who spat on you? Now they’re kneeling. But money isn’t just power. It’s poison. With every billion, new enemies surface. Dark secrets claw their way into the light. And the ones closest to you? They’re the first to sharpen their knives. Now, you’re in a world where loyalty is currency, and betrayal is the cost of doing business. This isn’t a rags-to-riches story. It’s a war. Can you rise as the king of the new world… Or will the throne devour you before you ever sit on it?
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James Parker: The Return Of The Billionaire's Young Master - Urban novels & stories

James Parker: The Return Of The Billionaire's Young Master

Blue Hydra
James Parker had to face disgrace and humiliation in the hands of his colleagues at his place of work, Sky Corporation. He was always bullied by them and making all the matter worse, he caught his girlfriend having an affair with the Supervisor. Having catching the two of them in the cat, they both decided to make him go through hell by lying against him and he was chased out of the company. Heartbroken and devastated, he was about losing hope and everything when suddenly he realized he was the Young Master of a world known Billionaire. James Parker planned to get revenge on everyone who hates and despises him. Get to read about James's Story in The Return of the Billionaire's Young Master.
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Douglas's Triumph and Their Regret - Urban novels & stories

Douglas's Triumph and Their Regret

Mel Hope
Douglas Garnett was born to save PortVarter. But once his victories served their purpose, the Governor discarded him, exploiting Douglas's sacrifices to amass power and wealth. The ultimate betrayal came when his fiancée—the Governor’s own daughter—abandoned him to marry the heir of a prominent family, treating Douglas like nothing more than trash beneath her feet. Now, cast aside and burning with the sting of betrayal, Douglas must decide: will he fade into the shadows, or will he return to show them what a true savior is capable of? The stage is set, but this time, it’s Douglas who holds the reins!
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The Return Of the Merchant Heir - Urban novels & stories

The Return Of the Merchant Heir

Vinny's Pen
Zachary married to beautiful Marina who sold his properties to revive her company, he endured ill treatment from his in-laws while battling amnesia and loving Marina. Forced by her family to save the company, she betrays him and getss into an affair with Blake, and she is ridiculed by her lover who releases her s*x videos, this leads to their divorce and a series of other discoveries... returning as the long-lost heir of the ZZ conglomerate to a bittersweet revenge on Marina's family, join me in this tale of unending discovery.
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Jason White: The Consortium's Dominant  - Urban novels & stories

Jason White: The Consortium's Dominant

Violet Hunts
Jason White stood next to the glass wall of his office, reminiscing about the past. Treated like filth. Looked down on by his wife and in-laws. Betrayed by those he once cared about. As secrets from the past and present came flooding in, the man they knew became more than they had imagined him to be. With his discovered identities, will Jason take over the world, or will the world take him down?
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Kage's Revenge: Not All Are Forgiven  - Urban novels & stories

Kage's Revenge: Not All Are Forgiven

I. B Gray
They called him broken, disabled, but all he saw was the perfect disguise. A cripple. Easy prey.  They thought they had won. Not only did they dance right into his traps, but they lived to regret it.  Kage Allen, underestimated and betrayed, used his cunning, wealth, and power to build his revenge. His ex-wife and best friend learned the hard way that some wounds run deeper than any orchestrated accident.  Revenge can never be too much, especially when served with karma.  Kage had the last laugh—and it was the best.
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The rule of three - Urban novels & stories

The rule of three

Lily Darcy
"You are nothing to me. I have never wanted you, neither will I accept you now.  Go, I never want to see you again. If I do, I may not be able to hold back from killing you with my own hands." Dean watched his father say to him. Raised by his grandmother, Dean Connor had a hard life until he graduated from college, proposed to his sweetheart, and planned to start a big business. But one night, everything changed. He ended up in jail for a murder charge, with no one to support him, not even his fiancee or grandmother. Also, he only has three years to live. Will he escape this nightmare and take revenge on all his enemies or will he perish as a loser?
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The Castaway Billionaire - Urban novels & stories

The Castaway Billionaire

Alma Saja
"Report, commander. The body of a man, with Niko as the accused, was found in the living room with extensive bruises all over." Niko couldn't move at all; he was in shock about what lay ahead. Eventually, a police officer forcibly removed Niko from the apartment to question him further. Will Niko be able to uncover the plot against him? What could be the motive behind this setup?
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His Redemption - Urban novels & stories

His Redemption

Llamanel
Chris is an intelligent man who gives his all for a woman who can't reciprocate his love. Liana used him for her education and made sure he was humiliated over and over especially when he needed her the most when his father died. He finally found his grandfather and mother who were out to help him regain his father's company after his father's death.
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Uprising Of The Hidden Heir - Urban novels & stories

Uprising Of The Hidden Heir

Gem
Two more years was all that Austin needed, to wash up all of Ariel's agony and bring her to fame just like she had always wanted.. A family's tradition that laid him into the street to live the life of an ordinary man, Austin found love on this street. Or maybe a group of people that just wanted what he could bring to the table. Ariel eventually served him a divorce agreement, breaking him into shreds. Even though he had established the family's company, as the company grew, they never ceased to treat him like trash. He was out of their League now, even though he was the only reason that they had progressed during the course of the years. His name only paves ways for them. And when Austin thought that it was all over, he received a call from his father, his voice sprinkled with urgency. The family wanted him back. Even though it was two years before the date that was proposed and now, Austin is back to his fame.
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Ex-Convict Attack - Urban novels & stories

Ex-Convict Attack

Poem Qi
Santiago must accept the injustice caused by his college friends. He was sentenced to life in prison. One day he was visited by a lawyer and promised him to be released. But he must be willing to cooperate to get revenge on the most influential person in his city.
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