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 Divorced Son In Law.  - Urban novels & stories

The Divorced Son In Law.

WiltedSoul.X
"You're a church rat, Deigo. Poor and pathetic. I can't keep living with someone who can't provide for me. I should have listened to my parents when they warned me Deigo. You are a worthless waste of time, I should have never spared you a glance Deigo. I deserve better than you" Deigo felt numb, pained. "How can you say that? I've given you everything. Protected you, loved you... Our child..." Sophia rolled her eyes. "That child is not yours. It's Benjamin’s. And I'm tired of pretending otherwise. It’s time you face reality Deigo. People like you don’t belong in my world, you should be with your poor kind of people and not me, so please, let's save both of us the trouble and move on” Deigo's world shattered. ••• After being forced into a three-year marriage to protect Sophia's family, Deigo discovers she's pregnant with another man's child. Heartbroken, she presents to him a divorce paper, Deigo signs the divorce papers. Thrown into jail, Deigo vows to rise again and make them pay for their betrayal.
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The Phoenix’s Heir - Urban novels & stories

The Phoenix’s Heir

Chizurum Enyinnaya
In a world ruled by ancient bloodlines, 18-year-old Kael longs for freedom beyond the walls of his isolated mountain village. Unknown to him, he carries the bloodline of the legendary Phoenix—a powerful entity feared and revered by kingdoms. When his dormant powers awaken after a tragic event, Kael becomes the target of hunters, kings, and even gods. Forced to flee, Kael must navigate a treacherous world filled with betrayal, ancient relics, and forbidden love. Along the way, he discovers the truth about his past and his role in a prophecy that could either save or destroy the world. Will Kael embrace his destiny as the Phoenix’s heir, or will the flames consume him before he has the chance?
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LAPDOG HUSBAND IS A TRILLIONAIRE HEIR - Urban novels & stories

LAPDOG HUSBAND IS A TRILLIONAIRE HEIR

Yaseen works
“Sign the papers, Yemin. You’re nothing but a lapdog living in my house,” Katherine sneered, flipping her perfect hair. “You should be thanking me for keeping you around this long. Even my maid is more useful than you.” Her new lover, James Franx, smirked. “Man, I almost feel bad for you. Almost. Must suck knowing your only talent is folding laundry and giving foot massages.” The whole room burst into laughter. Yemin just stood there, silent. They called him a loser. A househusband. A pathetic joke. But what they didn’t know? The man they mocked owned the very restaurant they were dining in. The billion-dollar contracts they bragged about? His name was on every single one. And when the truth dropped, their smiles vanished. "Throw them out," the CEO of Ravol Company ordered, his voice cold. Katherine's jaw dropped. "W-What? No, this has to be a mistake!" James turned pale. "Wait! You don't understand! He’s just a nobody!" Yemin chuckled, finally looking them in the eyes. "You’re right, James. I was a nobody. But tell me… what does that make the fool who was just begging at my feet?"
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The Unstoppable Celebrity Ex-Husband - Urban novels & stories

The Unstoppable Celebrity Ex-Husband

Anderson A.O
Liam Wellington was the quiet force behind his wife Ruby’s rise to stardom, the supportive husband who stayed in the shadows while she basked in the spotlight. To everyone else, Liam was just a simple househusband, someone without ambition or influence. But what no one knew, especially not Ruby, was that he was the one who pulled the strings in the industry, silently shaping her career. Everything changes when Ruby asks for a divorce. She’s been cheating on him with Rowan Beckett and sees Liam as weak and disposable, unaware of the power he holds. The betrayal shatters him, but it also ignites a fire within. Now, he’s ready to show her, and the world, just how wrong she was. Determined to reclaim everything he sacrificed for her, Liam begins to dismantle the very career he helped her build. As Ruby celebrates her latest success, oblivious to the storm gathering around her, Liam plans his next move with cold precision. In a world where fame is fleeting and loyalty is rare, Liam is about to step out of the shadows and take back control. What follows is a tale of revenge, power, and a reckoning that no one saw coming. The Unstoppable Celebrity Ex-Husband.
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The Rise Of Mason Reed After The Breakup - Urban novels & stories

The Rise Of Mason Reed After The Breakup

Mariettaberyl
Blurb: Mason Reed is a commoner who worked in a technology company. He had a mother who had been sick for many years and needed to take medicine from time to time, and it had been his responsibility to earn more money to pay for the bills. So, for his mother's sake, Mason Reed had worked hard all these years. His sister was already married and had two children, however, she wasn’t happy about her marriage because her husband wasn’t a responsible man. Mason also had a girlfriend he had been dating for five years, but they couldn't get married due to his lack of money. But what happens when Mason's father runs into an accident and a huge amount of money is demanded to save his life? What happens when his girlfriend whom he had served all these years left him for his boss? Do you think this were the only challenges that came his way? No? Yes? Or is it just the messed up reality where problems only lead to more problems? Sit back and find out many twists and more in this intriguing story The Rise Of Mason Reed After The Breakup.
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The System's Mafia Ascension  - Urban novels & stories

The System's Mafia Ascension

Legacy Sage
Betrayed by his wife for a wealthier man, he was cast aside as nothing more than a worthless son-in-law. But this is no ordinary tale of revenge. He didn't bother with petty humiliation—he's set his sights on something far greater. Now, he's risen from the ashes to become a powerful mafia lord, building an empire in the shadows, his name whispered in fear. But that’s not all. Beneath the criminal underworld lies an even darker truth: supernatural beings—demons, ghosts, and ancient races—lurking within human society. His true mission, given by a god, is to hunt them down and stop their silent invasion. And anyone who dares cross him? They'll learn the hard way what happens when you mess with a man destined for power, both in this world and beyond.
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The Unstoppable Dante  - Urban novels & stories

The Unstoppable Dante

D.twister
Dante had it all—wealth, respect, and a bright future as the heir to his family’s empire. But in the blink of an eye, he lost everything. Framed for stealing family funds, disowned, and left to rot on the streets, Dante became the world’s laughingstock. Even his girlfriend turned her back on him. Everyone called him a traitor, but they didn’t know the truth. Victor, his older brother, and Lucas, his cunning cousin, were the real villains. Victor bribed a witness to frame Dante, while Lucas poisoned their father to tighten his grip on power. Together, they destroyed Dante’s life to secure their own. But Dante wasn’t the type to stay down. Fate stepped in, as the Mafia overlord system was activated . In an instant, Dante went from rock bottom to untouchable. Now, he’s back, playing a game of revenge. He’s not just taking their money; he’s taking their empire apart piece by piece. Victor and Lucas will lose everything—clients, power, trust. They took everything from him. Now it’s Dante’s turn. And when he’s done, they’ll wish they’d never betrayed him.
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General Wolf is Back. - Urban novels & stories

General Wolf is Back.

Maxwell Dave
It's ten years after Danny Allen's family villa was attacked in Oakville and his whole family butchered and burnt to ashes. Years later, Danny Allen decides to retire as the General in charge of the dreadful Phoenix Elite Forces to look for the girl that risked her life to save his life from the attack and hunt down all those who plotted the total obliteration of the Allen's, even if it's the last thing he does.
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The Accidental Son-in-law Is A Genius - Urban novels & stories

The Accidental Son-in-law Is A Genius

Cypborg
Clarke Wiseheart wears a gentle mask, but beneath it lies a brutal will. A man who plays the fool until the time comes to strike. After twenty years of obscurity, Clarke’s hunger for dominance never faded. When his father gave the order, Clarke unleashed his brilliance, stepping back into a ruthless world where only the cunning survive. But this time, he’s not just the heir of a shadowed empire; he’s an outsider turned family man, married into a household that underestimates him at every turn. As he climbs to the top with unrelenting strategies and calculated ferocity, the people who once dismissed him as a failure are left stunned. Is Clarke Wiseheart, the accidental son-in-law? How is it that he now rules us all?
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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 Heir's Revenge  - Urban novels & stories

The Heir's Revenge

Head Writer
Ethan Cross has spent years enduring humiliation at the hands of his unfaithful wife, Sarah, and her wealthy, powerful family. Treated like an outcast, Ethan’s love for Sarah keeps him trapped in a marriage filled with betrayal and manipulation. But everything changes when a shocking incident reveals that Ethan is the long-lost heir to the Van Rensselaer fortune—an empire that rivals the wealth and influence of Sarah’s family. Fueled by anger and a thirst for vengeance, Ethan rises to reclaim what is rightfully his. As he navigates a world of power, deception, and deadly alliances, Sarah and her family plot against him, determined to destroy him before he can strike back. Along the way, Ethan finds an unexpected ally—and a potential new love interest—but his heart is scarred by betrayal, and trust doesn’t come easy. With thrilling twists, explosive secrets, and a relentless drive for revenge, Ethan will stop at nothing to bring down those who wronged him. But the Forresters won’t go down without a fight, and the game of power and retribution is just beginning. Will Ethan succeed in his quest for justice, or will Sarah’s family destroy him before he can claim his legacy? One thing is certain—nothing is as it seems, and no one is safe.
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This  Son-In-Law Won’t Forgive - Urban novels & stories

This Son-In-Law Won’t Forgive

RosesAreRed
Lucas, a hardworking young man in a difficult financial situation, arrives at his girlfriend Maya's apartment only to discover she's celebrating her birthday—a surprise to him since she claimed she wouldn't be celebrating. They’ve been dating for six months, and Lucas, who has been saving to buy her a gift, feels betrayed by her lie. Maya's friends and guests openly mock Lucas, belittling him as a mere delivery man and questioning why someone like Maya, a Harvard student, would date him. The apartment, which Lucas had rented for her using his hard-earned money, now looks unrecognizable, remodeled with new furniture and decorations, which adds to his confusion and sense of betrayal. During the party, Maya shows a clear preference for Adrian, her wealthy and arrogant boss, who arrives and casually holds her hand. Adrian and Maya’s friends humiliate Lucas further, suggesting he isn’t “good enough” for her. Adrian openly challenges Lucas, offering him a degrading job as a security guard if he licks his shoe, reinforcing the insult to Lucas’s dignity. Despite his heartbreak, Lucas remains silent, painfully realizing that Maya only stayed with him out of pity. Faced with the cruel reality of his girlfriend’s disregard, Lucas’s inner resilience is tested, leaving him humiliated but determined to face the hardships life continues to throw at him.
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Revenge Of The Dragon Lord  - Urban novels & stories

Revenge Of The Dragon Lord

Author Promise
Five years ago, Chris went to jail to save his wife. Five years later, he returned from Prison as the Dragon Lord only to see his wife getting married to the same man who wanted to kill him in jail. They Underestimated him without knowing that he has all it takes to reach the Pinnacle of life. Now, all of them will pay! He'll make sure that they all pay mercilessly.
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UNDER THE ASHES - Urban novels & stories

UNDER THE ASHES

Christabel Anthony
Under the Ashes** is a thrilling urban drama about power, revenge, and self-discovery. Ethan Li, once a humiliated son-in-law living as a servant in his wife’s home, has been kicked out and betrayed by the woman he sacrificed everything for. Sophia Wang, now a powerful businesswoman, throws him aside for a wealthier lover, unaware that Ethan was the secret force behind her rise to success. But what she doesn’t know is just the beginning. Ethan, discarded and beaten, reclaims his hidden identity as the rightful heir to the Li Consortium, one of the most powerful conglomerates in the world. Fueled by years of shame and bitterness, he returns with a single mission—revenge. With the help of his loyal ally, Victor Chen, Ethan sets in motion a devastating plan to ruin all those who betrayed him. But as Ethan uncovers buried family secrets—including the truth behind his mother’s tragic death—he finds himself entangled in a dangerous game of corporate warfare, hidden agendas, and shifting loyalties. His ruthless father, Reginald Li, will stop at nothing to keep control of the Li empire, even if it means turning his own son into a pawn. As Ethan faces betrayals, moral dilemmas, and global conspiracies, he must decide how far he’s willing to go for vengeance. In a world where power comes at a cost, Ethan will rise from the ashes of his past, but can he escape the shadows of his family’s legacy? Under the Ashes is a fast-paced, suspenseful tale of revenge, family betrayal, and the struggle to reclaim one’s identity. What would you sacrifice to destroy the ones who broke you?
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Supreme Commander Damian - Urban novels & stories

Supreme Commander Damian

DarkGreey
“Congratulations on your victory, Suprame Commander!” After years of fighting on the battlefield, Damian was finally able to become a true winner. In fact, all of his opponents would instantly tremble when hearing his name mentioned. However, all the victory celebrations went cold after Daxian learned that the wife he thought was dead was actually alive. His wife also gave him a beautiful daughter, but unfortunately, their lives were miserable. Damian, of course, did not remain silent after learning everything. The god of war began to slowly retaliate against those who dared to oppress his wife and daughter during his absence.
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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 Chilled Revenge Of A Son-in-law  - Urban novels & stories

The Chilled Revenge Of A Son-in-law

Sophia Yomere
Ryu was left in shambles when he discovered his wife had cheated on him with his best friend. But that was just the start. His father's cruel lies about his mom's death ignited a fire within him. Now, Ryu seeks chilled revenge against his wife, her family, and even his own father. Get ready for a cold, calculated payback.
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Secretly A Billionaire: His Ex Wife Regret - Urban novels & stories

Secretly A Billionaire: His Ex Wife Regret

Aya Starr
Cassio was married to the daughter of a powerful family and to his wife and her arrogant relatives, he was nothing more than a simple, muscle-bound fool. They wasted no time humiliating him and framed him. They still don't know his true identity, and they will soon discover that the very person they dismissed is the one who can save their empire - if he chooses.
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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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The Unwanted son-in-law  - Urban novels & stories

The Unwanted son-in-law

Divine
Ethan Carter Ethan's family business is on the verge of bankruptcy. His father, William Carter, is desperate for a solution, Leonard Windsor, a billionaire, proposes a deal::::: if Ethan marries Zara, the Windsor family will financially support the Carter business. But who is Zara, that is father is willing to marry her off to a poor guy.
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