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 Rise of the Alchemist Son-in-law - Urban novels & stories

The Rise of the Alchemist Son-in-law

Mayday
Edward gave his all to his wife—love, loyalty, and ten years of his life. But when he caught her in the arms of another man, his world shattered. Betrayed. Abandoned. Divorced. Just when he hit rock bottom, a mysterious alchemical inheritance awakened in his blood. With ancient knowledge surging through his veins, Edward unlocked a power long thought lost to history.
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The Return of the Heir : Jef Arbuzar's Redemption - Urban novels & stories

The Return of the Heir : Jef Arbuzar's Redemption

Cobalt Pen
Jef was the son-in-law of the Devaki family who had no wealth. Everyone always called him the poor son-in-law and he was always humiliated by his in-laws and wife. One day, Jef consciously agreed to pay off his in-laws' debt, after knowing that the blood of a billionaire flows in his veins. He said "I AM NOT A POOR SON IN-LAW!"
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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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SECRET BILLIONAIRE - Urban novels & stories

SECRET BILLIONAIRE

fizzy
"I can't marry you, Benjamin." Emily said, staring at the small box in front of her with cold eyes. She had not expected him to go this far. Getting married to him was going overboard for her. *** Not all that glitters is gold, and Benjamin Moore is a man who understands this perfectly. Benjamin Moore is a man of principles, humility and a strong sense of protectiveness towards the ones he loves, he is willing to go the extra mile no matter what it costs him. Born rich, Benjamin pretends to live a humble life, in order to hide away from the shadows of a life he would rather not associate with. But his decision costs him the woman he loves and has been with for several years. However, everything changes when his mother's deteriorating health demands more than just a minor sacrifice. Pulling not just him back into the world he had barely escaped, but his loved ones as well. Now Benjamin must make a decision to save three things; his family's legacy, his mother, or the woman who broke his heart.
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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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THE TRILLIONAIRE HEIR THIRSTY FOR REVENGE - Urban novels & stories

THE TRILLIONAIRE HEIR THIRSTY FOR REVENGE

Judah
“Shut up, you! What do you know? As a matter of fact, take back this piece of junk you gave me!” Ezekiele Moretti, disowned by his family, and thrown in jail, is back as the Great Marshal. This time, he comes with a thirst to repay everyone according to what they did to him. On that list is a woman who brought him out when he was in a dark place. As Ezekiele prepares to marry her, he discovers that all is not as he thought.
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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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My Ex-Wife Didn't Know That I Am A Hunter - Urban novels & stories

My Ex-Wife Didn't Know That I Am A Hunter

slavin
Ethan Hunter thought that if he could endure the Blake family's mistreatment he would be able to win the love of Thalia Blake, his wife. His 3 years of marriage were filled with insults and Ethan was treated like a slave by them. However, just as Ethan began to fall in love with Thalia, it turned out that Thalia humiliated Ethan in front of the Blake family and filed divorce papers. In fact, Thalia is also pregnant. Unfortunately, it was not Ethan's child, but someone else's. Ethan broke his marriage bond with Thalia, even though it broke his promise to his mentor. However, unbeknownst to Thalia, Ethan had been the one protecting the Blake family from the threat of something very dangerous and unimaginable. "Alright! Don't expect me to protect you. I won't take back my words even if you bow down and kiss my feet."
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The Unrivalled Lord’s Return  - Urban novels & stories

The Unrivalled Lord’s Return

Bloom
“Take this, it will be enough for you. It's a cheque of $3,000,000. It will be more than enough for a bum like you.” Liam looked at his wife as she held the cheque to his face, “I do not need your money, you can have it.” Liam walked out of the building, he pulled out his phone, and called someone. In a few minutes, a fleet of cars pulled up and men came down calling him ‘My Lord, it is an honor to see you.” Liam Grayson was known as the Lord Supreme Of Kundra, the third most powerful man in the world. He goes into retirement to live a peaceful life with a woman he fell in love with. But three years later after helping his wife reach the pinnacle of success in the city, she hands him a divorce paper calling him nothing but a bum. Liam looks at her and signs the papers. He leaves the building not even up to an hour, A fleet of supercars arrives with guards coming down to greet Liam. It is then that his ex-wife's family begins to regret their decision, the question is who was Liam Grayson?!
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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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THE BILLIONAIRE'S HEIR UNCHAINED  - Urban novels & stories

THE BILLIONAIRE'S HEIR UNCHAINED

I am Rohi
For years, Raka Nugroho endured humiliation as the "worthless" son-in-law of the Santoso family. Mocked by his wife, Nadine, and despised by his domineering mother-in-law, Rini, he was nothing more than an embarrassment—a man who would never measure up. But what no one knew was the truth. Raka is the hidden heir of the Pratama Group, one of Southeast Asia’s most powerful conglomerates. His grandfather, Pratama Wijaya, kept him in the shadows, waiting for the right moment to reclaim his legacy. That moment arrives at a high-profile family gathering. As the Santoso family schemes to replace him with the arrogant businessman Reza Mahardika, a respected board member of the Pratama Group shocks the room—bowing before Raka and addressing him with a title that changes everything. In an instant, the man they mocked is revealed as the true heir to a business empire. Now, Raka is done playing the fool. With power in his hands, he takes control of the Pratama Group, shaking the business world and forcing those who once scorned him to reconsider their place.His transformation leaves Nadine confused and intrigued—her internal conflict about Raka’s rise adds depth beyond just a "wife who regrets her choices." Not only the Santoso family, but everyone who mocked him—including Reza Mahardika—will have to face the consequences of underestimating him.
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Xavier's Revenge: The Return Of The Scorned Billionaire  - Urban novels & stories

Xavier's Revenge: The Return Of The Scorned Billionaire

Thatlovelygirl22
Xavier has been scorned and ridiculed all his life as a penniless orphan. His marriage to Mira, the daughter of the influential Denver family, only made things worse. Treated as a slave by his in-laws, Xavier's life becomes a daily struggle against humiliation. Mira, embarrassed by her marriage to a Xavier eventually succumbs to her parents' demands to marry someone else—a wealthy billionaire named Maxwell Hayward who would change her family's name. When Mira's mother invites Xavier to the engagement party, it’s to mock him one last time before casting him out of her daughter's life. Homeless and broken, Xavier comes across an accident that would change everything. The man responsible for this is none other than the father he believed he lost in a tragic accident twenty years ago— Mr Dean Fitzgerald the wealthiest billionaire in town.
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Double Deception  - Urban novels & stories

Double Deception

Asher star
Just when he thought life was going as planned with his loving wife and promising career he falls into the depth of despair and left in ruins. Betrayal, tragedy, and a crippling accidents pushed him to the edge where suicide was the last option, but life wouldn't let him go that way and he was giving a second chance to live as the ruthless Robert Grey . Now, Myers must navigate a treacherous new world of power and deception, where the lines between good and evil are blurred. Will he seize this opportunity to reclaim his life and forge a new path, or will the darkness of his past consume him? Dive into a world of ruthless ambition, seduction, and revenge, where second chances come with a deadly price."
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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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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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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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The Rise Of Amazing James Crawford  - Urban novels & stories

The Rise Of Amazing James Crawford

Samcowrites
After the heartbreak of his life, the young billionaire, James went on from pain to delight as he found happiness in Emily Simone. However, his joy didn't last long, following the sudden disappearance of Emily. Everything took a different turn when she showed up again, only this time she couldn't recognize him. In the process of trying to get back with her, he had to marry his Ex-wife, Harper Williams, on a contract. When the contract was drawing to an end, James was sure to regain his freedom and happiness, but he was shocked at the sudden declaration of Harper's pregnancy.
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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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Secretly The Nrillionaire Boss - Urban novels & stories

Secretly The Nrillionaire Boss

Benita
Eric’s simple life takes a dark turn when betrayal, lost love, and a hidden past collide. As buried truths come to light, he must navigate danger and deception to uncover a legacy stolen from him. But will his fight for justice cost him everything he holds dear?
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