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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.
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The Billionaire Hidden in Plain Sight
Everyone thought Liam Brooks was a useless husband… a man with no job, no status, and no future. Even his wife’s powerful family mocked him daily. But when a rival threatens the Harper Empire, the quiet “house husband” makes a single phone call… and the world trembles.
Who is Liam, really?
Why does the president of Titan Global Holdings bow before him?
And when the truth comes out, will his wife regret every cruel word she ever spoke?
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BOUND BY TRADITION
The good-for-nothing son-in-law hides his powers and influences forever. When his wife is insulted, he decides to break through his real face.
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Theo's Majestic Climb From Poverty To Riches
Theo Hayzes, a security man who has been bullied and humiliated all his life never went back to his past.
His past?, Yes, After that terrible incident that happened years back, he never went back and never realised he was a billionaire all along.
The right time to climb is now!!!!!
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Born into Darkness: A Mafia Baby's Destiny
Amidst the dark alleys and clandestine operations, the protagonist faces a challenging journey filled with danger, secrecy, and unexpected alliances. As the child grows older, their identity becomes increasingly entangled with the treacherous underworld, making them a pawn in the power struggles and rivalries of the mafia.
Throughout the narrative, the reader is taken on a thrilling ride, witnessing the struggles and sacrifices of the baby as they navigate a perilous path, torn between their inherited legacy and their desire for a different destiny. The story explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the consequences of being born into a world shrouded in darkness.
As the child matures, they become aware of their unique position and must make difficult choices that will shape their ultimate destiny. Will they embrace the darkness and follow in the footsteps of their family, or will they defy expectations, striving for a life free from the clutches of the mafia?
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Luther: Rise Of The Forsaken Son-in-law
Being married to a daughter of a wealthy family couldn’t get any more worse for Luther When her family despised him and constantly shame him for being useless and unworthy of their daughter, miserable and broken he is maltreated by his in-laws unknowingly to his loving wife, but everything changes for him at his lowest, as he comes back with only two purpose.
To shame those who maltreated him and to regain his honour.
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THE MAFIA BILLIONAIRE
Silas and Thеo wеrе еvеnly matchеd, thеir grunts and shouts punctuating thе air. "You took еvеrything from mе!" Thеo scrеamеd, his ragе giving him strеngth.
"And I'd do it again," Silas spat back, his knее connеcting with Thеo's stomach.
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The Legendary Martin Garvey
After three years as a “good-for-nothing” son-in-law, Martin Garvey was finally thrown out.
“Divorce him by Christmas Eve,” the mother-in-law ordered coldly.
Certain they were right to discard this “trash,” the family failed to notice the shift.
Martin stopped holding back.
“My waiting period is over.”
When everything begins to collapse, they will realize too late
that the man they despised is the only one who can save them.
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The Unsung Prince
An unexpected encounter. A secret revealed. A destiny uncovered. Daniel's life was about to change forever, but little did he know that this change would bring him both fortune and misfortune. As he navigated his newfound wealth and status, he found himself caught in a web of secrets and lies. But would his newfound fortune bring him happiness? Or would it only bring more challenges and trials? Only time would tell...
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The Underestimated Ex-husband
“Sign the divorce papers, I’ll make sure you’re compensated - ten million dollars. You can live comfortably when you get out of here”
Those were the words that shattered Adrian Kane, once a devoted husband but now dismissed as a dead weight by the woman he gave everything to.
She wanted freedom but when the table turns and the truth about his hidden identity surfaces, it’s Elena who must face the man she underestimated, and the truth that the husband she threw away is the one man she can’t afford to lose.
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THE ASCENSION OF THE LEGITIMATE SUCCESSOR
In the grandeur of his father's mansion, Jake found himself an outcast, labeled with the stigma of being a bastard. With Enoch's passing, the shadows of rejection grew darker as his stepmother, Dorothy, intensified her campaign of cruelty, fueled by her insecurity over her position as CEO in the Wallace family hierarchy. However, amidst the turmoil, a glimmer of hope emerged as Jake reconnected with an old flame, whose unexpected return provided a lifeline in his darkest hour.
As Jake grappled with Dorothy's relentless torment, another threat loomed on the horizon in the form of Sam, the loyal driver harboring a dangerous secret of his own. With both Jake and Sam poised to unravel Dorothy's carefully guarded facade, the future of the Wallace family hangs precariously in the balance. Will the revelation of long-buried secrets bring about redemption or destruction for all involved? The unfolding drama promises to bring shocking revelations and intense confrontations, leaving everyone on edge as they await the next twist in the Wallace family saga.
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Trillionaire’s Revenge: The Masked CEO
He gave her his loyalty, she gave him betrayal.
For five years, Robert Elba played the role of a nobody, hiding his trillionaire identity behind a mask of poverty, enduring humiliation from the woman he thought loved him.
On the day he finally decides to come clean, she throws divorce papers at him.
"Useless man, sign the damn papers!"
But the real story was just beginning.
Now, the man she discarded is the CEO of her company, and married to the heiress she could never compete with.
This time, he’s not here to beg, He’s here to destroy.
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The Janitor's Legacy
Alex Chen mops TechNova’s office’s polished floors in the busy heart of New York City. He is just another nameless janitor to the busy workers who are hurrying by, someone to be laughed at or ignored. They are unaware that a man of extraordinary power and influence lies beneath this simple guise.
Alex was raised to be a leader because he was the heir to the old Phoenix Clan. In any case, a severe fight for control constrained him in banishment, abandoning all that he knew, including Elena, the lady he cherished.
In the mountains of Tibet, Alex studied under a reclusive healer for years, becoming an expert in both martial arts and medicine. In the shadows, he fabricated the Shadow Circle, a secret network so huge and compelling that even New York's most remarkable figures murmur its name in wonder.
Alex has since returned to take back what is his. Elena is involved in a relationship with Nicholas Vega, the ruthless heir of the Scorpion Syndicate, as the rival Syndicate's hold on Chinatown has grown. Covering his real character, Alex carries on with an apparently typical life as a janitor while plotting his vengeance.
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The Silent Benefactor
For seven years, Derick Sekwiga lived like an ordinary, overlooked husband while quietly turning his wife's small company into a powerful empire behind the scenes. But when her charming ex-boyfriend suddenly reappeared with sweet words and hidden motives, she threw her trust at him and pushed Derick aside without a second thought.
Tired of being doubted, used, and disrespected, Derick signed the divorce papers and walked away without a fight. What his ex-wife never imagined was that the man she ran back to only wanted her wealth—and the “nobody” she divorced was actually the quiet force controlling half the city’s economy.
Now, with his identity revealed and his patience gone, everyone who ever underestimated Derick Sekwiga is about to face the consequences.
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(Not) a Preferred Son-in-Law
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"Leon, I want you to marry Veronica!"
Alexander William's request certainly shocked and confused Leon--Alexander's bodyguard--. He had no choice but to agree.
Three days later, at Leon and Veronica's wedding party, Alexander William died of a heart attack. In the midst of the lively and mournful party atmosphere, Veronica made a scene that trampled on Leon's dignity.
Leon, who felt insulted, finally left and intended to take revenge on Veronica.
Will the revenge plan succeed? Or vice versa?
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Ring of Power: The Billionaire's Secret
Jake Morrison washed dishes for a living. His girlfriend used him for bone marrow, then fed him to dogs. He should've died.
Instead, a mysterious ring awakened, giving him power beyond imagination—and revealing he's the secret heir to a billion-dollar empire.
But here's the twist: nobody knows. Not his enemies. Not his allies. Just his dying father and the brilliant CEO assigned to protect him.
Everyone thinks he's nobody. A consultant. An assistant. Maybe the CEO's boy toy.
Perfect.
Because revenge tastes better when they never see it coming.
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The Rise Of The Despiced Son-in-law
Mark William was greatly maltreated and looked down on as the worthless Son-in-law in the family until he was finally handed a divorce paper from his cheating wife who grew tired of the deadweight in her life.
But in a twist of fate, Mark stumbles on a mysterious ring that changes his status from a poor wretched Son-in-law to a mighty trillionaire. It was time for his ultimate revenge and he swore never to let those who mocked and maltreated him escape his wraith. Read to find out how this intriguing journey ends...
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Becoming the Richest Man and Taking Revenge
A psychiatric nurse named Ace Barnas was treated harshly by Dallen Dariel Lay, because of his ambition to marry his daughter, Agnes Brianna. Dallen felt ashamed if his daughter married someone whose job was to care for the insane. Ace's ambition made Dallen dare to kill Ace, Agnes and Felix. However, Bob, who is Dallen's bodyguard, breaks his agreement with Dallen to throw Ace and Felix into the sea.
Bob couldn't save Felix, but he managed to save Ace's life. The death of Agnes and Felix left Ace depressed. But Ace gained hope for life and revenge against Dallen, after accepting Bob's offer of cooperation. Ace eventually became a billionaire as his company was number one in the world. In addition, Ace also has Meghan who will help him to take revenge.
It's been a long journey between Ace and his two partners. Although Ace has the money, wealth, and power that can kill Dallen in a blink of an eye, Ace wants more than that. Ace wants Dallen to suffer.
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OPPORTUNITY SYSTEM: THE RISE TO FAME
James, a college student struggling to escape his poor and weak life, takes on a delivery job to cover his remaining tuition fees and personal expenses. His relationship with Selena is the only source of happiness in his otherwise bleak existence until it is extinguished by her betrayal. She cheats on him with Randy, the arrogant and affluent star quarterback.
Devastated and consumed by anger, James decides to confront Randy but is struck on the head, resulting in a concussion. This concussion triggers a mysterious system called "Opportunity System" that grants him one million dollars. The catch? He has only three days to spend it all.
Will he manage to spend the entire sum in time? What will happen when James eventually discovers that the mysterious system was not what it seemed, but rather a scheme devised by RJ Black?
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THE MAFIA'S FORGOTTEN SON
Denilson Franfurt was a man who gave everything for love — his time, his fortune, his very soul. Yet, in the cold halls of his marriage, his devotion was repaid with nothing but silence, mockery, and betrayal. For years, Jenna Tuna and her family treated him like a servant, blind to the quiet fire in his heart.
When Denilson uncovered Jenna’s infidelity, his world shattered. The marriage he had bled for crumbled overnight. Broken and abandoned, he walked away — and in doing so, stepped back into a life he had long hidden.
For Denilson was no ordinary man. Behind the mask of weakness lay the bloodline of a dynasty feared in shadows and worshiped in boardrooms. When his true identity was revealed, the forgotten son became the heir no one could touch. Power, influence, and respect surged to his side. Rivals fell, empires bent, and even love dared to knock again.
But as Denilson’s star ascends, Jenna’s world collapses. Betrayed by her lover, cast aside by society, and stripped of her influence, she claws desperately for a way back. Each path, each plea, each scheme… only to find the name that bars every door is the very one she once spat upon: Denilson Franfurt.
Now, in a world where power is everything, Jenna realizes too late that the man she scorned holds not only her ruin — but her only chance at redemption.
Yet Denilson’s heart is no longer hers to command. And as shadows of betrayal stir in the empire he now rules, one question looms above all:
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THE RETURN OF THE ESPOSITO'S HEIR
To avoid being killed by Lucas, Johnny followed his father's trusted security man Kai to Georgetown, where he trained in martial arts and astrology. He returned to Florida to seek revenge for his father's death and reclaim his inheritance. Kai warned him not to fall in love, as it would jeopardize his mission. But Johnny couldn't resist Chaya's charms.
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