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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PLIGHTS OF A POOR CHEF  - Urban novels & stories

PLIGHTS OF A POOR CHEF

Joshua Oguche
After the death of his father and the pathetic health impediment of his mother, Mark Austin is faced with the harsh certitudes that come with the obligations of manhood. His journey into the hourly-burly of hustling began after he was forced to sell the only home his father left behind to foot the bill of his mum at the hospital. He began working as a Chef in one of the topmost restaurants in Chicago. Regardless, while being paid peanuts he was shamefully treated, belittled, and abhorred. As a result of his adaptation to the life of luxury that he enjoyed when his father was still alive, the ill-treatment and discomfiture he received from those who came to eat at the restaurant came as a poultice on his face and this made the transition from his once naive personality to one backhanded and tough-skinned rapid. He now hated everyone in the whole world! Soon enough he was smiled upon by providence as he became the only dernier resort to the whereabouts of the wife of the wealthiest billionaire’s in Chicago after she was abducted by armed men What will be his rejoinder when he stands face to face with the same anonymous individuals who exterminated his dad? Will he feel elated when he is reimbursed for all his exertion and toils when he was offered as his wife the billionaire's daughter and half of the cities in Chicago? A new lease of life you might diagnose!
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The Zenith System - Urban novels & stories

The Zenith System

Jaq Drop
Zack's life is teetering on the edge, stuck in a relentless cycle of disappointment and setbacks. But a twist of fate plunges him into an extraordinary adventure and he unlocks his very own Zenith System -- his hidden weapon that can push him upwards into society, showing those who hurt and betrayed him that he is not just a normal convenience store worker. With each mission completed, Zack's power and ability rise. As he becomes more adept at using the system, Zack finds himself entangled in a web of alliances and adversaries. It turns out that he is NOT the only Zenith System user, and that the world he entered is not as alluring as he initially thought. With danger in every corner; the payment that the Zenith System demands; and managing his inner demons -- it is taking his all NOT to fall into the same dark abyss that the current users have found themselves in.
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The Return of Forsaken Heir - Urban novels & stories

The Return of Forsaken Heir

Rafaiir_
Ethan Dean, a poor student who studies at a famous college must accept the harsh reality that he is in danger of being expelled due to accumulated tuition arrears. In addition, David Mcallister's group always bullies, insults, and abuses Ethan to the extreme just to make him feel humiliated. Eleanor Lara, his friend from high school and the woman he liked betrayed him because he was reluctant to deal with Ethan, who was a poor student always making trouble. His life was further ruined when his landlord kicked him out for being late in paying the monthly rent. As a result, he was completely alone with a very bad situation. One day, someone came to see Ethan. They were neatly dressed with a special message for Ethan. "You are the first heir of the Kingsley Family." The Kingsleys were a family of businessmen who held many company stocks in the city. With that fact, Ethan's life completely changed from being poor and humiliated, to becoming the richest and most influential person in town. With the wealth and power he had, he was determined to avenge the humiliation they had inflicted on him.
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Return of Lost Billionaire  - Urban novels & stories

Return of Lost Billionaire

Katherine Scarlett
 Abandoned by his parents who were killed in a car accident, Leonardo was raised in an orphanage for 15 years. During that time, He met Ella Heartfillia who used to visit the orphanage regularly. In time, he started falling for her. Her positive attitude towards life and her kindness, made him see her as a goddess in his eyes. Watching her from the shadows, he never had the chance to talk to her. But, with a chance of fate, her grandpa, married her off with Leonardo without her will.  Ella Reeves is the youngest daughter of the Reeves family and future heir. One month before their marriage, she got into an accident and her legs became paralyzed, making her move in a wheelchair only. Leonardo moved into the Reeves family as the Son-in-law. But, as he’s jobless, her relatives mock him day and night. Her cousins make fun of him, and he’s forced to listen to their ridicule without fighting back. One day right after his 20th birthday,  He finds out that he’s the lost heir to the Kingston family, one of the richest families in their country. When he finds out about his true identity, he becomes determined to take back what’s his and avenge his dear ones. But, will he be able to succeed knowing the obstacles that lie in his path? Or will he back down and give up?   
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Marcus Krafth; The  Rise to Magnificence  - Urban novels & stories

Marcus Krafth; The Rise to Magnificence

Badabang
Who knew? Marcus had always been hardworking, without anything to show for it. Amidst the behaviour of people around him, including his wife and his boss. His life was about to change. Quicker than he had ever believed. It was time to prove to his haters....
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Return of Kevin Steve the son-in-law - Urban novels & stories

Return of Kevin Steve the son-in-law

bilkisu72
Kevin Steve is the live-in son-in-law of the Godfrey's family. He was dispised and humiliated by his in-laws and friends. Danger Lurks around the curtain when Kevin fell prey to a friend in disguise. When all hope was lost, Kevin recieved a deposit of $1,000,000,000 from his late dad on his 25th birthday. Hence, Kevin's life turn around as he become the latest whizz in Milltown.
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I'm not a Killer - Urban novels & stories

I'm not a Killer

Queen Mikayla
"I'm not a killer!" Daren Navarro was accused of killing his mother-in-law. Daren had to go to jail for a crime he never committed. After only seven days, Daren was finally released from prison. In that instant, his life changed 180 degrees. Daren takes on a new identity and embarks on a revenge mission to regain his good name.
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The Humiliated billionaire son-in-law  - Urban novels & stories

The Humiliated billionaire son-in-law

Author Newbie
Living as a poor son-in-law in the Foster family, Andrew's always insulted and treated improperly by them. One day Andrew found out that Catherine was pregnant, but it turned out that Catherine was carrying the child of William, who was none other than Andrew's boss. Instead of regretting it, Catherine and William humiliated Andrew in front of everyone and William fired him without severance pay. Divorced and dumped by the woman he loved, Andrew's life turned into a mess, until a mysterious man came and told him his true identity, the long-lost young master Bellucci. With his wealth and power, Andrew finally avenges them all mercilessly.
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THE RISE OF THE SECRET HEIR - Urban novels & stories

THE RISE OF THE SECRET HEIR

Eaglewoman20
Arthur thought his life was over when he was forced to sign an annulment for his one-month-old marriage, lost his job and almost got run over by a car. But at the hospital, he woke up to a shocking revelation that changed everything; it turned out he was actually a secret heir to a fortune and also of Royal Blood. Now, he was caught up in a world of wealth, power and revenge he never knew existed.
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Billionaire With A Mysterious Past - Urban novels & stories

Billionaire With A Mysterious Past

John Parrish
Klay was from a wealthy family who had lots of enemies because of their wealth. They couldn't really trust anybody not even their relatives especially them because they were wolves. His parents died in a car accident which only he survived. Unknown to him it wasn't just a mere accident. Over the years he investigated and found out what really happened that day and swore to avenge the death of his parent’s. That way he moved away from the family house and married into another family who he believed had a hand in their murder. They maltreated him because they thought he was poor not knowing he was the one that set up the business deal and included the marriage if they didn't meet up with their end of the deal. Over the years, he helps a lady in a cemetery to treat her grandfather who later helps in uncovering the link between the family he married into and his own relatives responsible for the death of his parents and brings justice to their doorsteps their by exposing a big plot that could affect the entire country.
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The return of General Ethan: The Miracle doctor.  - Urban novels & stories

The return of General Ethan: The Miracle doctor.

Quin Ari
"Miracle doctor!" "Miracle doctor!" "Miracle doctor!" The crowd chanted as General Ethan stepped out of prison. he stood with a smirk as twist his neck, "It's time to make everyone who made a fool out of me pay!" ***** Ethan took the fall for his pregnant wife's crime and went to jail. But he soon discovered she was getting married, had forged divorce papers, and had lied about being pregnant and lied about committing the crime he was in jail for, just to trap him. It was all a setup. Now, as a brilliant "Miracle Doctor", General Ethan seeks revenge against those who wronged him.
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The Rise of a Billionaire  - Urban novels & stories

The Rise of a Billionaire

Theovee
Peter Coleman, is a young, intelligent, and vibrant 27 years old male lead. He is hardworking, caring, and resilient. His good looks are evidence of his type of character, he was fit and tall. He is vengeful but his revenge is set on the part to do the right things. Victor Coleman is Peter’s cousin and Peter’s worst enemy. He was hairy, his thick brows and serious face gave him that bad guy look. He’s a greedy and jealous character. Kayla Rollins is a young 24-year-old female lead. She’s an elegant, beautiful, humble, and cheerful person. Kayla is Victor’s ex, She had that peaceful and reassuring smile that had made Peter admire her. Mia is a 24-year-old character, beautiful, busty, and lukewarm in appearance. Peter’s ex-wife was impatient and cheated. She wanted good things at all costs. Kennedy is Victor's father and a partner in Victor’s crime.
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Reclaiming my Rich-kid Status - Urban novels & stories

Reclaiming my Rich-kid Status

Am Dcpreit
After his billionaire father is framed by his business rivals, Kagern McHegan spends 3 years in poverty, enduring mockery and humiliation. Even his girlfriend decides to cheat on him, calling him a good-for-nothing boyfriend. At that instant, Kagern's father is found guilty and reclaims his title as the richest man in Cereal City. It's time for Kagern to reclaim his status as a rich kid, too. They will soon regret it.
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THE URBAN PHOENIX: Arthur Salvatore's rise from the ashes.  - Urban novels & stories

THE URBAN PHOENIX: Arthur Salvatore's rise from the ashes.

Darken Ross
ARTHUR SALVATORE, the useless grandchild of the Salvatore's family. His father resents him and his stepmother humiliates him. He lived a sad life with the only happy thing being that his girlfriend loves him. But even that changes when he catches her cheating. His life takes a big upturn when his grandmother died and they find out that she left most of the wealth to Arthur. Arthur is betrayed by those he calls family and he is at the last level of his life when he activates a system which has a low-level of compatibility. This is not a book with a perfect character. Arthur makes series of mistakes and hard-headed decisions, he goes against the system at the risk of his life. But finally, after a long ride, he finds his footing and purpose to regain all his memory and take back what is rightfully his. Read this book and follow Arthur on his path to power and revenge.
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The Heir's Revenge - Urban novels & stories

The Heir's Revenge

Arrafina
Axel discovers that his marriage has been a sham all along. Not only did he often receive bad treatment from Elena, the woman conspired with her mistress and imprisoned Axel. This time, Axel will not stay silent. He returns as the heir to the Geraldo Group, the country's largest company. All will feel his vengeance including Elena!
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Unbeatable Chef Xenon  - Urban novels & stories

Unbeatable Chef Xenon

Midnight Muse
Xenon had all sort of humiliation working as a cleaner and an apprentice in the Prestigious Royal Volt Restaurant in Venice, he was betrayed by his fiancée by getting married to his boss and bullied by his colleagues and teachers at work just to learn the skills of being a chef. However before his grandmother died, she told him his true identity as the son of the great spice grandmaster and spill his blood on the Sacred ring she had kept for ages. He felt different and really powerful, he was now an Unbeatable Chef and his enemies would bow at him.
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Hail Lord Vinsion! - Urban novels & stories

Hail Lord Vinsion!

Sunny Zylven
For four years, Rael Vinsion devoted his life to Noorhaven state, fulfilling his master's command. Under his guidance, the once ruined state rose to become the most advanced and prosperous region. But, when peace finally returned Rael was betrayed. He trapped and imprisoned by the governor’s family, his would-be in-laws. They laughed and believed they could claim the fruits of Rael’s labor without lifting a finger. Unbeknownst to them, they weren’t seizing victory. On the contrary, they were digging their own graves.
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The Rise of Thomas Miller;the unwanted son-in- law - Urban novels & stories

The Rise of Thomas Miller;the unwanted son-in- law

Black Rose
Thomas had to endure all the bad things life threw at him; being expelled from school, betrayed by his girlfriend of three years and bullied by those who thought he could never match their social class but like magic his life takes a drastic turn when he is kidnapped by some Mysterious men. This marked the beginning of a new phase to power and fame and a hidden agenda to avenge the death of his parents.
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One True Heir - Urban novels & stories

One True Heir

De Castro
Jake was the last son of Robinson Osborne, the popular billionaire in Luckham. Despised and hated by everyone, even his father, he was forced to flee from his family after the shocking demise of his mother, the only person who cared about him. He met Georgina, a beautiful college girl and fell in love with her. Out of his love for her, he sacrificed his life savings to ensure that she completes her education. A few years later, they got married, but his true identity remained a secret known to him and him alone. He submitted everything he had left home with, just to make sure that Georgina succeeded in her dreams. After all his sacrifices for her, on the 3rd marriage anniversary, he came home and caught his beloved wife cheating with Jackson, a wealthy gold merchant. Worse came to worse when she shoved a shocking divorce letter to his face, ignoring the heartbreak she had caused him. Just when he thought all hope was lost, here comes his father, apologizing for his mistakes and offering him the position of the ONE-TRUE HEIR of his empire.
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NATHAN MORENO : The Return of The Heirs - Urban novels & stories

NATHAN MORENO : The Return of The Heirs

Queen Mikayla
When his wife succeeded with her beauty business as the owner of QUEENA skincare, Miranda Aquilea immediately divorced Nathan Moreno - a useless, trashy husband who was only a parasite. Not only was he divorced and kicked out, but she also introduced another man as her lover, her future husband. Suddenly, Nathan met an old grandfather, the richest man in town. The old man asked Nathan to take care of all the companies and wealth he had. It turns out, the grandfather is Nathan's biological grandfather. For 10 years, the grandfather has been looking for him. What is the next story? Does Nathan succeed in proving that he is not a trash?
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