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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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He Made Her Queen, Then Took Her Crown
He made her queen. Now he’s back to take the crown.
Rowan Kane was the invisible man—supporting Lena from the shadows, watching her rise while the world mocked him as a nobody.
But after landing a huge deal, she began to mock the man who built her. Laughed at the hands that fed her success, seeing him as ordinary. Years of dedication turned into disappointment.
Now, the empire she built is crumbling. Only then does she realize a harsh truth: the throne she sat on was never really hers.
What happens when the shocking truth is revealed?
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Damien Storm's Rise To The Top!
For Damien, life was perfect. He was married to his high school sweetheart and about to make a breakthrough in the research that he had spent the last three years working on.
Although their marriage was an hidden one, he had always done his best to support his wife while working hard in the dark. Despite being an orphan, Damien had crawled his way to this point and there was nothing more he wanted.
However, in just one night, everything Damien had considered dear seemed to have changed. Was being a Movie Queen enough reason for a divorce or did he just never know his wife well?
Damien Storne knows what it feels like to be at the very bottom and now, he's determined to climb to the very top!
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The return of the underestimated imperial master
.... "Master?"....
“Of course. It's because you haven't activated your powers yet. I've been waiting for you! You are the reason I am in jail and now, it's fulfilled” He almost screamed in excitement and brought out a dragon-like ring which almost frightened the fragile Reed because it seemed rusty, dirty and old.
“It's all yours. Master of the 365th province of the imperial world!”
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In a world where the rich oppressed the poor, he was tormented! Humiliated! Confined!
Now, he is set free! He is back!
Those who opposed and oppressed him would be repaid one million times worse!
It starts from now!
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THE RISE OF DAVID LANCASTER
All my life, I’ve been a struggling college student, fighting tooth and nail just to make ends meet. Earning a scholarship to the most prestigious university in the country was my greatest achievement—but it also made me a target. To the wealthy elite who ruled the campus, I was nothing more than an outsider, the "poor scholarship kid" who didn’t belong. Every day, I endured their mockery, their whispers, and their cruel pranks.
But everything changed with one phone call.
One call that turned my world upside down. One call that rewrote my destiny.
In an instant, I went from being the poorest student on campus to someone they never saw coming. And now, it's my turn to change the game.
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The Ghost Code
They thought he was dead. They buried the truth with his name. But legends don’t die—they go dark.
Darius Raines, code-named “Ghost,” was the government’s best weapon—an elite hacker and black-ops operative until the day he vanished in a fiery car explosion. Officially pronounced dead, Darius walked away from the lies, burned everything that tethered him to the system, and became a shadow in a city drowning in corruption.
Five years later, Atlanta is a battleground. Billion-dollar empires are built on secrets, bodies disappear with no questions asked, and the same corrupt officials who tried to kill Darius now run the city from behind closed doors.
But Ghost is back. And he’s not here for mercy.
With a custom-built AI surveillance system and a hidden network of rogue insiders, Darius launches an all-out war against the syndicate that turned his life into a lie. His mission? Expose the Ghost Code—a black-file project that links murder, money laundering, and mind control to the highest levels of government.
The catch? The only person who can help him unlock it is Amira Cole—the one woman who once believed in him and now believes he’s a traitor.
Hunted by law enforcement, betrayed by his own team, and forced into a deadly cat-and-mouse game with the most dangerous man in America, Darius must choose: Save the city or save his soul.
The Ghost Code is an urban mystery thriller that will grip your throat and refuse to let go. Full of brutal twists, high-tech warfare, street justice, psychological warfare, and a heart-wrenching romance, this is not just a fight for redemption—it’s a war for the truth.
And in Darius’s world, the truth is never free.
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THE UNDERDOG BILLIONAIRE
Dominic has always been the man people underestimated—dismissed, mocked, and written off as nothing more than a nobody. Working odd jobs to make ends meet, he finds himself constantly at odds with his fiancée’s family, especially her sharp-tongued grandmother, who sees him as a burden.
But Dominic harbors a secret that even he struggles to believe: he's the new chairman of the prestigious Empire of Commerce, a position that holds the power to change lives overnight. Despite being underestimated, Dominic uses his wit, determination, and the element of surprise to shake the very foundation of those who look down on him.
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The Bogeyman; the tale of a man and his death list
kneeling before the tomb that houses the remains of nanny Naomi, Redmond Red knew clearly without doubt that he has only one responsibility and that's to crush every soul that brought about the premature death of the purest soul.
twenty years ago, eight years old Redmond Red's family was assassinated, fifteen of them while he was only able to escape by a whisker following the sacrifice of his nanny.
"Dear boy, protect my baby girl" Nanny Naomi had cried out in sorrow before their cruel sword penetrated into her. For years he has been tormented by her last moments. He could remember her heavy pants, the hot sweat that soaked her cloth and the uncertainty in her eyes.
Twenty years later, he is back to reward everyone according to their deeds. They said on his right hand was the sword of vengeance while on the other was a list, the "death list".
Cursed is one whose name were scribed in his list for they shall meet a fate so excruciating that the devil will weep.
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After Rejection, I Became A Trillionaire Heir
“You're a burden, Nicholas. A worthless pauper. Among the eight billion people around the world, you deserve to be called a Man.”
Nicholas Bellingham had faced humiliation and disgrace from the colleague at the Dublic Cooperation .
They were only making jest of him, despite all the bullying, Nicholas didn't bother about them.
As if that wasn't enough, He caught his girlfriend having an affair with his boss, and they lied against him and threw out of the company.
Heartbroken and devastated, he was about losing hope when suddenly it was revealed to him he was the Lost Heir to the greatest family in the world.
Nicholas planned to get revenge on those who had hurt and show them who the real boss is!
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ROCKY - Operation Vengeance
They thought he was dead.
Buried. Forgotten.
They thought they had crushed him beneath their feet, erased him from existence.
But they never knew.
He was coming back.
And this time—mercy was dead.
This time, he was war.
There is only one name that makes the world tremble.
Only one name that turns power into fear.
ROCKY
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The Devil's Guardian Angel.
Antonio's Family's business goes bankrupt and collapses, His Father who couldn't handle the shock, dies due to a heart attack and his dear mother commits suicide because of depression and the constant attacks from the media.
With no leverage or standing whatsoever, His fiance forces him to annul their engagement.
When he requests for his in-laws stance on the matter, He gets nothing but disdain and mockery in return.
Having no form of support nor any attachment whatsoever, Antonio is left to wallow away as he awaits his death. Fortunately he receives an opportunity from a familiar yet viscous woman.
She informs him that there is still a chance for him to turn everything around, Whether the defamation of his parents image, Getting revenge on the one who bankrupted their company or making his former in-laws regret their decision.
All could be rectified, That is if he is willing to accept her one condition. To become her betrothed.
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THE TRAMPH WHO BECAME AN HEIR TO A FORTUNE
From a homeless man to the adopted son of a respected family, and eventually a noble son-in-law—Dylan's life resembles a male Cinderella story, at least on the surface. However, his life as a son-in-law in the Haroldson family was filled with humiliation and oppression. Betrayed and cast out by his wife, Valerie, Dylan’s fate takes an unexpected turn when he is reunited with his true family. To his astonishment, he discovers that he is actually Ethan Harrison, the son of a wealthy businessman who was separated from his family in an accident as a child. As Ethan Harrison, heir to the vast Harrison Company empire that spans the globe, Dylan is now in a position to take revenge on Valerie, her family, and Max Miller—the man who stole her from him. Yet, as the Harrison heir, Ethan must also uncover the mystery behind his parents’ deaths, a pursuit that puts his own life at risk. Can Ethan succeed to be almighty dominance?
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The Lost Heir: Trials of an Empire Reclaimed
Long forgotten and cast aside, Silas’s unfortunate and quiet life shatters when a twist of fate reveals his true identity—the heir to a powerful empire. But reclaiming his legacy isn’t a triumph; it’s a war. Betrayed by his foster brother, despised by his ex-wife, and underestimated by enemies lurking in the shadows, Silas must navigate a treacherous world of wealth, power, and revenge. As alliances shift and secrets unravel, he discovers that ascending to the throne comes with a price—and a battle he never expected. Will he rise above the chaos, or will his enemies bury him under the weight of his past?
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Her Ex-husband Is A God Of War
He was in the bedroom. His wife was in the guest room—moaning under another man.
When Charles confronted her, her response cut deeper than the betrayal itself:
“Grow up, Charles. Men like you should be used to disappointment.”
But Charles isn’t your average man. He has photos—proof of her infidelity—and if he ever decides to use them, it won’t end well.
****
Charles was once a god of war, now just playing nice to honor a promise to his godfather. After the divorce, his ex-wife’s family is about to discover the storm they thought they could handle.
Go back to them? Never.
Begging on their knees won’t change a damn thing.
But revenge? Oh, that’s non-negotiable.
To Charles, a cheating wife deserves one thing—payback.
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"The games of kings: Rise of the underdog"
"You think a loser like you could ever have me?" Selena sneered, flipping her hair as she clung to Derek’s arm.
Jason's heart pounded in his chest. He had done everything for Selena—her homework, her errands, even covered for her when she skipped class. And now, she was throwing it all in his face, laughing at him in front of the entire campus.
"You’re pathetic, Jason. You’ll never be good enough for someone like Selena," Derek added, smirking.
That night, drowning in anger and humiliation, Jason scrolled through his phone, only to see a strange app appear on his screen. "The Game of Kings"—he hadn’t downloaded it, but it was there, glowing like a beacon.
Curious, he tapped it. A message popped up: "Enter your name to begin. Rise or fall—it’s your choice."
Jason hesitated, then typed his name. The screen flashed. "Level 1 complete. Claim your reward: $2,000,000 or continue playing?"
His breath caught. Two million grand? Was this a dream? His bank app confirmed it—his balance had skyrocketed overnight.
Now, with wealth and power at his fingertips, Jason isn’t just playing to win. He’s playing to change his fate. Will he use the game to take down Derek and make Selena regret ever betraying him? Or will he realize that the true game is much bigger than revenge?
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I Dominate Them All!
Falling to a dark conspiracy, the entire Smith family was brutally massacred, and their grand manor set ablaze.
Amid the fiery chaos, the jewel of West Arcadia City leapt into the inferno to save a boy, sacrificing her beauty and nearly her life in the process.
A decade later, Orion Smith had trained under the faceless alchemist, mastering the Dragon Mantra and wielding the fearsome power of the dragon’s inferno.
Worshiped as the Supreme Dragon General, he had built the legendary Iron Phoenix Legion, led them through countless campaigns and conquests, and forged an empire.
However, hiding his true identity, the young conqueror returned with two goals:
To repay the woman who saved him.
To avenge his family’s murder.
But Orion soon discovered that his family’s killers weren’t just ordinary men. They were the city’s pillars—four powerful families that had formed a powerful mafia organization.
At their head stood a leader who was rich, powerful, and psychotic, wielding dark alchemist powers that might rival his own, along with a very personal tie to him.
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The In-laws Regret
Nelson’s marriage to his wife was nothing but a target for his in-laws’ insults. They mocked him for being broke, called him useless, and swore their daughter deserved better. Every word cut deep, but Nelson swallowed the pain, using it to fuel his hustle. He worked tirelessly, rising from nothing to unimaginable wealth. When he returned, it wasn’t just to flaunt his success—it was to humble them. Publicly, he exposed their hypocrisy, making them eat their words. Their regret was loud, their shame even louder, as Nelson proved that the poor man they mocked was now untouchable.
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Sydney, Behind the Glittering City
Behind the glitter of Sydney, Leonard “Leo” Haynes, a former detective turned night cab driver, is caught up in a vast conspiracy after a mysterious passenger leaves behind a briefcase containing a dangerous secret. When his past comes back to haunt him, Leo must choose: uncover the truth or save himself. But can he survive when the enemy is around every corner?
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Ex Husband Is A Trillionare Lord
"So you wanted to get rid of me so badly that you now carry divorce papers around in your handbag?" Elijah asked his mother-in-law, his voice filled with disbelief. Mrs. Williams didn’t even try to hide it, she held her head up high with pride.
They really wanted to get rid of him.
Elijah got divorced and walked away and his wife and her family , but they didn't know that the company Natasha, his wife built up he was the one asking his contacts to give them contracts and even asked his assistant ceo to give his wife a $40 million dollar contract , and then he made a call to stop all help, the 60 million dollar contract his ex wife got from his company was cancelled, his contacts refused to work with her and took their funds back and she was left on the verge of bankruptcy, she came to beg, but Elijah said he would make sure the company he helped her build will fall and go bankrupt and refused to help ,even when she was kneeling pleading in tears.
Don't bite the hand that feeds you.
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The Strong-Willed Sean O'Connor
She called him useless and kicked him out of her life.
Rosalind Springfield rose to fame as a powerful CEO—and dumped her "ordinary" husband without a second thought. What she didn’t know? That “ordinary” man was the secret force behind her entire empire.
Sean O’Connor gave up a life of wealth and power to love her quietly. He built her success in the shadows, protected her from danger, and asked for nothing in return. Until she betrayed him.
Now he’s done playing the role of the weak husband. He’s walking away—and taking everything with him.
She thought she didn’t need him. She was wrong.
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Aaron's Gambit
Aaron thought graduating top of his class would change his life. Instead, it feels like the world is against him. No one will offer him a job, and the one interview he had hoped for goes wrong after a call about his mom being rushed to the hospital. Broke, hopeless, and with loan sharks threatening his life, Aaron doesn’t know where to turn. Then a mysterious man gives him a business card with an offer that seems too good to be true.
The job? A tech startup that promises fast money. The company is actually a front for illegal cybercrime, and his boss, Celeste, is way more dangerous than she looks. Celeste ropes Aaron into shady missions, promising to help him clear his debts. Things blow up when one of his assignments goes wrong, and suddenly, Aaron is being hunted by the cops and a powerful tech mogul whose secrets he accidentally exposed.
When the loan sharks come after him, Aaron finds out his mom has been lying to him. The loan wasn’t just for his education, part of it was to cover her gambling debts. Even worse, the loan sharks work for the mafia, and Aaron’s mom has a dark past with them she’s been hiding for years, Aaron was just part of a deal she made to save herself.
With everything falling apart, Aaron teams up with Leila, a sharp paralegal who wants to take the mafia down. But Leila’s got secrets too—her brother works for the same people hunting Aaron. Together, they’ll have to outsmart Celeste, the mafia, and everyone else trying to destroy their lives. If Aaron can pull off one last risky move, he might clear his name, take down the mafia, and finally start fresh.
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