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 Ultimate Power  - Urban novels & stories

The Ultimate Power

Poen Konnet
Logan Brooks was the man everyone overlooked. He was scorned by his wife’s prestigious family and ridiculed behind closed doors. To them, he was nothing but a burden! Unknown to even his wife, Logan was a master strategist with wealth and power hidden beneath a calm exterior. When they pushed him to the edge, he didn’t fight back with words, he responded with results! One shocking revelation after another, Logan turned their world upside down, until the very people who once mocked him began to tremble in his shadow!
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The last warlord  - Urban novels & stories

The last warlord

Gold Tony
In a sprawling modern metropolis veiled by neon lights and secrets, 21-year-old Adrian Cross discovers an extraordinary truth—he is the reincarnation of an ancient war god. Struggling with fragmented memories of battles long past, Adrian finds himself caught in a hidden war between forgotten deities and a ruthless syndicate bent on seizing divine power for themselves. As chaos seeps into the mortal world, Adrian must awaken his latent abilities, forge alliances with supernatural beings, and confront a mastermind whose plans threaten both humanity and the divine. But wielding the mantle of a war god risks turning him into the very monster he fights.
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The Perfect Swerve to riches - Urban novels & stories

The Perfect Swerve to riches

Llamanel
Micheal betrayed by his wife Elizabeth and her mother. But when he walks in on his wife cheating on him everything changes as he finally decides to make life on his own aged asking for a divorce and that just makes him discover so much he never knew he had...
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Cheated & Despised, now the Billionaire Heir - Urban novels & stories

Cheated & Despised, now the Billionaire Heir

Lamina
Ethan Cole has spent his entire life being treated like dirt—an orphan, a nobody, the kind of person people look right through. But the ultimate betrayal comes from Vanessa, the girl he gave everything to, only for her to use and discard him like he was nothing. Just when he thinks life can’t get any worse, a shocking truth is revealed: he was never meant to live in poverty because he is the rightful heir to the Aurelius fortune, the son of the powerful Magnus Aurelius. Now, armed with his true identity and the resources of the Aurelius Group at his fingertips, Ethan is ready to make everyone who looked down on him pay. But as he steps into the world that was stolen from him, he realizes that his enemies who separated him from his father never left and are ready to strike again. With betrayals at every turn and secrets more dangerous than he imagined, Ethan must fight to claim what is his. But power comes at a price. Will he survive long enough to take revenge? Or will the past swallow him whole before he gets the chance?
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The Rise of the Humiliated Son-in-Law - Urban novels & stories

The Rise of the Humiliated Son-in-Law

Yurriansan
Rosaline Wright believed that Gaston Harper was unworthy of her daughter, Vivian. She viewed Gaston as a foolish and poor man, not deserving to be by the side of her precious daughter. In an effort to drive him away, Rosaline devised a cruel conspiracy to kill him. However, her plan completely backfired when Gaston survived the accident and returned even stronger.
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The Orphan Dragon Marshall  - Urban novels & stories

The Orphan Dragon Marshall

Toothpick Jones
Ten years after the four top families connive and burn every single member of the Ruthaford family, one of the most prominent families in Klinland, the Ruthaford orphan, saved from the fire by an unidentified lady has returned to find his rescuer and reward him and to take his revenge on the four top families. When he finds his rescuer, he realizes he was saved by a woman. He rescues her from a family situation and swears to help her through all life challenges.
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Xavier Steel's Vendetta  - Urban novels & stories

Xavier Steel's Vendetta

ALEXIA MORGAN
Cast out and betrayed, Xavier Steel sacrificed it all for love, only to be scorned, discarded, and humiliated by his wife, Miranda and her elite family. But his fall from grace is just the beginning. When Xavier resurfaces, the world is about to witness the wrath of a man scorned. Secrets unravel, revealing a chilling truth that shakes the very foundations of their world. As he plots his revenge, the question remains: What happens when the outcast returns, armed not just with a vendetta, but with a terrifying revelation that will shatter their perfect lives? Can Xavier Steel triumph over those who underestimated him, or will they rue the day they crossed paths with the son-in-law they scorned? There is no escape for anyone who dared to cross paths with Xavier Steel.
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Foolish Great Rich Heir - Urban novels & stories

Foolish Great Rich Heir

Lafiza
To people, Greyson Hayes was stupid and poor. His girlfriend cheated on him and his friends made fun of him. No matter where he went, Greyson was always put down. Until one day his siblings called him home and forced Greyson to accept his true identity as one of the sons of the famous Hayes family.
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BILLIONAIRE MINOR  - Urban novels & stories

BILLIONAIRE MINOR

E-Neutron
Jeremy Kane, the overlooked middle child of a struggling family, spends his life fighting against the odds. His journey from obscurity to unimaginable wealth in the volatile world of forex and cryptocurrency is as thrilling as it is perilous. Betrayed by those he trusts most, Jeremy loses everything and faces his darkest hour. In a world dominated by ruthless rivals like Victor Kane and the enigmatic Adrian Black, Jeremy must rise again, using every ounce of his determination, wit, and grit. Along the way, he navigates love, betrayal, and the challenges of balancing ambition with family and personal values. With thrilling plot twists, dynamic characters, and a high-stakes financial backdrop, Billionaire Minor is a gripping tale of resilience, redemption, and the cost of chasing greatness.
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The Forgotten Lineage - Urban novels & stories

The Forgotten Lineage

Rose White
Zachary Hayes is a man in his thirties who is experiencing crises in every aspect of his life. His bar business, which he built a few years ago, went bankrupt, his girlfriend left him, and he was forced to abandon his last name because he had to marry a woman under the coercion of someone claiming to be his father's arch-enemy. His father had accumulated substantial debts before he died, yet Zach knew nothing about it due to his strained relationship with his father. However, Zach had no other options because he also had significant debts to loan sharks. He was bankrupt and had nothing, including a place to live. As a poor son-in-law in a wealthy family, Zach had to endure endless humiliation. His wife, Sarah Bennett, openly cheated on him, and his in-laws constantly humiliated him in front of the extended family while mentioning the debts of Zach's father, of which he had no knowledge. The only thing that kept Zach going was having a place to sleep and free food. Zach tried to earn acceptance in the Bennett family by starting a business with the support of his acquaintances, but it was all in vain because the Bennett family didn't want to see Zach succeed on his own. He faced threats from various parties he had never imagined before. Then, he met Jeremy Brooks and Hannah Mitchel. These two came to help him uncover the mystery behind the Bennett family.
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Her Ex-husband Is A God Of War - Urban novels & stories

Her Ex-husband Is A God Of War

Tina Maxxy
You thought I was useless? Watch me crush everything you built while I sip coffee. His wife was in bed—just not with him. Charles stood at the door, watching the woman he married moan under another man. He didn’t shout. He didn’t cry. He took pictures. Everyone believed Charles was a failure—a weak husband with no future, living under his in-laws’ mercy. But behind the calm mask hides a man they never expected — A god of war. He made a silent promise to stay hidden. For almost two years, he kept it. But now that his cheating wife has shattered everything, Charles is done playing nice. Her family will beg. Her lover will kneel. The empire they thought they controlled? He’ll tear it apart without breaking a sweat. Revenge isn’t an option. It’s a guarantee.
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The Revenge of Anthony Riggs - Urban novels & stories

The Revenge of Anthony Riggs

Ayomiposi
Anthony Riggs, a diligent data analyst at a private security firm in New York, believed his hard work and dedication would eventually pay off. But his world shatters when he returns home one evening to find his wife of six years, Veronica Hills, tangled in an affair with his own boss—right in their matrimonial bed. The betrayal is devastating, but what cuts even deeper is Veronica's cold and unapologetic response. She shamelessly blames her infidelity on Anthony’s financial status, mocking him for not being among the elite top 10% earners. As Anthony’s life spirals into ruins, he is forced to confront the harsh reality of his crumbling marriage and the bitter truth that love may not be enough when greed and ambition take control. But Anthony isn’t ready to go down without a fight. In a city driven by power and wealth, can he reclaim his dignity and find a way to rise from the ashes of his shattered life?
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The Return Of The Warlord  - Urban novels & stories

The Return Of The Warlord

Tenzen
After being set-up by his family, Arthur King is jailed wrongfully for committing adultery. He is sent to prison but at the half-mark of his sentence, he's shifted off secretly to the military base where he trains and manages to surpass every other trainee. He eventually comes out on top, and becomes the Great Commander and Warlord under the name, “Damien Star”. Now several years later, he comes back home to his hometown of Elrida ready to reclaim his good name and get revenge on everyone who wronged him in the past.
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From Pathetic Loser To A Potent Legend  - Urban novels & stories

From Pathetic Loser To A Potent Legend

LIAM MUSE
Once a rising star in the Air Force, Gilbert Hayes’ life took a sharp turn after he was dismissed for past mistakes. Two years ago, when his girlfriend, Vivienne Astor, was battling lupus, Gilbert made a heartbreaking choice: he donated his kidney, hoping the powerful Astor family would help his ailing mother in return. Though they kept their promises, Gilbert’s mother didn’t survive, leaving him with nothing but a broken heart. Allowed to marry Vivienne out of his genuine love for her, Gilbert now faces relentless rejection from his in-laws. Once warmly welcomed, he’s now seen as unworthy of their family—dismissed for his humble background, despite his sacrifice. But Gilbert’s transformation from a pathetic loser to a potent legend begins when he becomes the commander of a private legion and the heir to the powerful Hayes family. Now, the tables are turning. Those who once looked down on him will soon be begging for mercy.
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DUMPED BOYFRIEND IS A BILLIONAIRE HEIR - Urban novels & stories

DUMPED BOYFRIEND IS A BILLIONAIRE HEIR

J.c writes
Matthew stood there, trying to keep his emotions in check. "I did everything I could for you, Rachel. I sacrificed so much—" She cut him off with a bitter laugh. "Sacrificed? Please, you barely managed to keep up with my lifestyle. I had men lined up, rich, powerful men, who would’ve given me the world. And I turned them down for you. What a joke." Matthew’s hands clenched into fists at his sides. "I loved you, Rachel. I thought we were building a life together." Rachel smirked as she zipped up her designer bag. "Love doesn’t pay the bills, Matthew. Love doesn’t buy the things I want. And frankly, you just couldn’t keep up. So, I’m moving on—to someone who can." As she headed toward the door, she paused to deliver one final blow. "You’ll never be more than what you are right now—a pathetic, broke man with nothing to offer. Enjoy your sad little life, Matthew. I know I will." Matthew Donovan has always been underestimated. Betrayed by those closest to him and left with nothing, he discovers that his family’s exile is over, and he is the heir to a vast business empire. As Matthew steps into a life of luxury and influence, he faces new challenges, including a vengeful ex-girlfriend, her scheming brother, and a world of deceitful elites. But when a bomb explodes at a high-profile party meant to announce his return, Matthew realizes that his journey to reclaim his family's legacy is fraught with danger. With secrets unfolding and enemies lurking in the shadows, Matthew must navigate treacherous waters to protect what is his and uncover the truth behind the attack.
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Heir Of The Blackwood Legacy  - Urban novels & stories

Heir Of The Blackwood Legacy

Raven Writer
A loser in real life. A man who can't support his family. A man oppressed by rich and powerful people. Betrayal, secrets, and a legacy of power, Mark Julius life is turned upside down when he discovers his true identity as the heir of the Blackwood Family who ‘s legacy proceeds all others. How would he repay those who trampled on him and called him names? He must protect his family legacy as well as his wife, Felicia Feathering whose family is against him at will and would stop at nothing to make him nothing.
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RISE OF THE BILLIONAIRE STUDENT HEIR - Urban novels & stories

RISE OF THE BILLIONAIRE STUDENT HEIR

Belladonna
Rags to Billions. Bullied to Domination. Ugly to Handsome. Jason Reed was bullied and discriminated all his life. His life was filled with uncertainty and hate, especially from the people who were disgusted by his hideous looks. As a baby, his parents abandoned him. As a teenager, people hated him. Accused and jailed for a crime he didn't commit, Jason thought that it's hope for a good life will forever be a dream. But fate us twisted. Fate has other plans for him. He went back to school as a billionaire heir and he will make everyone pay for making his life a living hell, that includes his traitor ex-girlfriend. "What? He's rich?" "Yeah, but he's still ugly. He's so disgusting.'' He didn't care about what they say now. He will prove to them they picked on the wrong guy.
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THE RADIANT MONARCH - Urban novels & stories

THE RADIANT MONARCH

Ishola21
In the mystical kingdom of Aeloria, where magic and ancient lore intertwine, a young prince named Kael discovers an ancient prophecy that reveals his destiny to unite the fractured lands. To achieve this, he must forge alliances with powerful women, each possessing unique magical abilities. As Kael journeys through trials and confronts dark forces threatening the realm, he finds himself surrounded by a harem of extraordinary women. Together, they face treacherous challenges, unravel deep-seated secrets, and confront their own personal struggles. The future of Aeloria hangs in the balance as Kael must navigate his growing feelings and the responsibilities of his destiny.
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The Wealth Swap: Reclaiming His Legacy  - Urban novels & stories

The Wealth Swap: Reclaiming His Legacy

Christy I.
Maxwell found himself married to the daughter of the people who raised him. He was still a kid when his parents-in-law took him in because his real parents were dead. Unfortunately, he secretly got married to Valerie and her parents tried their best to separate them. They became so hostile to him and finally resorted to setting him up. Maxwell was accused falsely for raping Angel who was paid handsomely by the Morgans. He was convicted and sent to prison after being forced to divorce Valerie. It was also at the same prison that he found out about his real identity. After his release, Maxwell was stunned to find Angel waiting for him outside the prison. It appeared that she found something that will help him reclaim his legacy. Because of what happened in the past, will Maxwell forgive Angel? What about the people who sent him to prison? What will be their fate when he takes back all that belongs to him?
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GRAND RETURN OF THE WAR LORD  - Urban novels & stories

GRAND RETURN OF THE WAR LORD

Tobby Shorunmu
SYNOPSIS He was once a god of war who ruled at the pinnacle of the world, but one mistake almost cost him his life. Logan was able to escape the clutches of death but lost his memories in return. Living an ordinary life like everyone else, was all he wanted until he got entangled with a beautiful woman with whom he spent a passionate night, and ended up getting married to her. He was looked down upon by his wife and her family, but little did they know that he was a god of war, and at the mention of his name, cities and towns would fall to their knees!
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