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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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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A Comrade - Urban novels & stories

A Comrade

Anggin Kenari
Ashby was born from a rich and intellectual lineage. But he doesn't want to be happy in a safe zone since he is concerned with the deplorable social conditions of the poor and uneducated ones .He struggles all the way to improve the social conditions of that society surrounding with his knightly and manly character he traveled around adventurously physically, morally and mentally regardless of places and origins. Human values ​​are the most important to him.
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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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THE SERVANT HUSBAND IS THE QUADRILLIONAIRE HEIR - Urban novels & stories

THE SERVANT HUSBAND IS THE QUADRILLIONAIRE HEIR

Yahya
"You again?" Sarah’s cousin sneered. "Did you crawl here on all fours, or did they finally give lapdogs valet service?" "He’s not even a real husband," her aunt scoffed. "Just a walking charity case with no bark, no bite, and no balls." Everyone laughed. Michael Thompson just stood there—torn shirt, bruised face, holding a cracked phone and a hospital bill he couldn’t pay. It was their anniversary. His wife didn’t answer his calls. His mother was dying in a hallway. And he had exactly $7.83 in his bank account. But then… the black cars pulled up. The woman in a designer suit bowed to him. And everything changed. "Forgive our delay, Young Master Sterling," she said, handing him a black card with no limit. "Shall we pay the hospital… or purchase it?" Turns out, Michael isn’t just some loser son-in-law. He’s the sole heir to a QUADRILLIONAIRE dynasty—one powerful enough to make world leaders blink and billionaires beg.
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ROWLAND (From Ruin to Rule) - Urban novels & stories

ROWLAND (From Ruin to Rule)

Faith George
Grandpa Jones was almost the turning point for him, as Rowland, a poor street lad, was taken into the Jones family after an encounter with Grandpa Jones on the street where he was almost robbed. He tried to work his way into their lives, even marrying his beautiful granddaughter, Amaya. Unfortunately, Grandpa Jones died, and Rowland’s life turned into a series of nightmares. His in-laws made his life miserable, and he battled to survive. The fact that his wife, Amaya, called him poor and filed for divorce, was even worse. However, Rowland's fortunes change when he discovers he is the true heir of a powerful and wealthy family. Then He declared, "Now, all my tormentors will fall to their knees!" It is time for vengeance!
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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The Contracted Heart of the Billionaire Heir  - Urban novels & stories

The Contracted Heart of the Billionaire Heir

Fred Lil
Donald had a contract marriage with his wife to raise funds to save his grandpa, upon recovery of his grandpa he found out he was from a rich family and 100,000 dollars is what the grandpa could afford to pay in a twinkle of an eye. He could always leave the marriage if he felt he was no longer valued... His wife on the other hand had her lover David back into her life. What happens when the billionaire heir Donald finds out about it?
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Criminal mind - Urban novels & stories

Criminal mind

Sultana
"Allow me to introduce myself, I am Detective Jay, renowned for solving the toughest of cases," boasted Jay. The man before him simply grinned. "You seem doubtful of my abilities. Just wait until I..." Jay's words were cut short as the man fled. "F*ck you!" Jay cursed and gave chase. Former gangster Jay found himself reincarnated as a police officer. With his newfound lease on life, his intellect grew sharper, his senses more acute, and he quickly ascended to become America's most celebrated detective, cracking every case that crossed his path.
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Sweet Comeback Of Henry Anderson  - Urban novels & stories

Sweet Comeback Of Henry Anderson

Rosy_16
Henry Anderson was heartbroken and humiliated by his cheating girlfriend and her lover. But heaven smiled at him when he learnt that his father who he thought was dead, sent him $100 million as his pocket money and begged him to become the CEO of one of his big company in the country. But guess what, that company is also where his ex-girlfriend's lover works. And he is on a mission to make life difficult to everyone that humiliated him. * * * "Your allowance will be transferred to your account soon enough. By that time, you will know that I am not a liar", Christopher said with a bright smile. Ding! Suddenly, Henry's phone received a notification. Apparently, the bank had sent him a message. "Greetings, Mr. Anderson. One hundred million dollars has been deposited into your account. Your new account balance is one hundred million and five dollars." When Henry read the details on the bank application on his phone, his jaw dropped in disbelief. One hundred million dollars is truly deposited in his account. "Is this a dream?"
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Finding Humanity - Urban novels & stories

Finding Humanity

Kei
One day, Apocalypse came to pass. It started with a fog that engulfed the world. Thick and heavy in the atmosphere, nearly unbreathable to humans and able to corrupt a soul. It killed livestock, pulled buildings to the ground and deadened the soil. After a month, shields were erected over major cities to keep it out, but by then humanity could no longer see the sun. Next, they disappeared - the citizens in shieldless towns and the towns themselves - completely consumed by the fog. And in their place came monsters, beasts that craved human flesh and blood and knew nothing but destruction. In a matter of days, only half of humanity remained. . . but they didn't plan on going down without a fight.
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