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 MAN WHO RETURNED AS THORN - Urban novels & stories

THE MAN WHO RETURNED AS THORN

Wednesday Adaire
He sacrificed everything, only to be betrayed. Evan threw himself into Damian Voss’s dirty game just to make his wife shine. But behind prison bars, he learned the bitter truth: the deal was nothing but a lie. When he returned, his wife’s family mocked him as worthless. What they didn’t know—Evan had already become part of the world’s most dangerous and hidden organization, one that pulls the strings of the global economy. Evan’s revenge has only just begun.
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RAY MARTIN CODE - Urban novels & stories

RAY MARTIN CODE

Pen Lord
Ray Martin’s life is invisible. Once a top tech prodigy, he now mops floors in the skyscraper of the company that rejected him. But when a late-night encounter with a mysterious line of code propels him into the corner office, he becomes the center of a storm. The code can save the company, or destroy entire nations. As assassins close in, boardroom politics turn deadly, and the only person who might protect him—Ella Hale, may also be the one who ends him. From back alleys to billion-dollar boardrooms, Ray must survive a game where every move is a trap.
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The Hidden Emperor Returns - Urban novels & stories

The Hidden Emperor Returns

Felix J
“Don’t complain when the lights go out” These were the words that came out of his mouth before he calmly exited the office. Marcus Leopold, a typical nobody, a medical instructor, is pushed aside by his wife, Lauren Forrest, when she sees that she has reached the very pinnacle of her career. She saw him as nothing but ‘Deadweight.’ But then everything turns upside down when, on the very day she had been dreaming of, she sees him standing with the top dogs of the city. Marcus Leopold wasn't just a nobody; he was the shadow ruler of Mero, the Hidden Ace, and the blade that held the underworld together. He had chosen a quiet life to stay with his wife; for three years, he played instructor at the clinic. But now, he is back, and with his resurfacing, the underworld is shaking, threats are awakening, and new enemies and allies are being born.
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The Supreme Edwin James Revenge - Urban novels & stories

The Supreme Edwin James Revenge

FLO
He gave up power for love. Now the city wants him dead. Once the fiercest warrior of the War God Federation, Edwin buried his past to live humbly beside Emily, the woman who saved his life. But when betrayal rips him from his quiet world, enemies rise: greedy families, ruthless assassins, and a new God of War who will stop at nothing to destroy him. Hunted by the government, despised by the elite, and torn between loyalty and survival, Smith must unleash the strength he swore never to use again. The city thinks he is broken. They’re about to learn what it means to awaken a legend.
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Vendetta: Throne of Betrayal - Urban novels & stories

Vendetta: Throne of Betrayal

Yhemolee
Born with nothing but his wits, Aiden Cole clawed his way into a world where money talks and bloodlines reign supreme. A full scholarship granted him access to the nation's most prestigious academy, but also painted a target on his back. Among the sons and daughters of the elite, Aiden was a reminder of everything they despised, and everything they feared. The son of the Vice President, fueled by envy and rage, waged a brutal campaign against him. Lies, threats, violence, and finally, murder. They didn't just break Aiden; they shattered his entire world. But pain forged him into something far more dangerous. Disappearing from the public eye, Aiden re-emerged years later, not as a student, but as a kingpin. Armed with intelligence sharper than any blade and a heart hardened by loss, he built a criminal empire with one purpose: revenge. In the end, only one truth will remain: “the outcast will inherit the ashes."
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The Unseen Miracle - Urban novels & stories

The Unseen Miracle

Yhemolee
Mark Lewis’s marriage to Lucia Thomas was arranged under the most unromantic circumstances. Lucia’s family needed to maintain their status, and Mark was chosen as a convenient match. However, Lucia despises Mark, believing him to be a manipulative scammer trying to claim her family’s wealth. Unbeknownst to her, Mark is the world-renowned healer known as "The Unseen Miracle," a man whose miracles have saved countless lives. He is also the secret owner of Marvin, the world’s largest enterprise, a fact he keeps hidden from everyone, including his new wife. Lucia is determined to divorce Mark as soon as possible, but she has no idea that her husband is not the man she thinks he is. The deeper she digs into his past, the more complicated the mystery becomes. As she uncovers shocking truths about his miraculous abilities and his true identity, she finds herself torn between her distrust and the undeniable attraction she feels for him. But their marriage faces more than just personal challenges. Mark’s empire is under threat, and Lucia must decide whether to stand by him or walk away forever.
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The Betrayed Billionaire  - Urban novels & stories

The Betrayed Billionaire

Crystal
When Ray Carter married Lisa Oakford, he thought he had found love. Handsome, brilliant, and loyal, he gave her everything until betrayal shattered his world. Humiliated, beaten, and stripped of his daughter, Ray was left for dead. But what Lisa never knew was that Ray wasn’t just a man, he was the hidden power behind the nation’s greatest empires. Now, he returns not as the husband she scorned, but as the trillionaire titan she can never defeat. For Ray, it’s no longer about love or pride. It’s about revenge, redemption, and reclaiming the only thing that truly matters, his daughter.
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After The Divorce: The Nobody Became a Billionaire  - Urban novels & stories

After The Divorce: The Nobody Became a Billionaire

PaulyP
For three years, Adrian Cole lived as the despised son-in-law of the wealthy Hale family, enduring humiliation for the sake of his wife, Vanessa Hale. Her parents sneered at him, her brother ordered him around like a servant, and society labeled him a nobody. Still, Adrian loved her—pouring his savings into her business ventures, helping her behind the scenes, even letting go of his own career so she could shine. But Vanessa never once saw his worth. Until the night he caught her in a Ravencrest luxury hotel suite—with Marcus Trent, her arrogant business partner. That night, Adrian’s world shattered.
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HOW TO BE LEO ROMANS  - Urban novels & stories

HOW TO BE LEO ROMANS

MYLOVEFROMTHESTARS
It only takes a minute for one's Fate to change, for Miguel, it took an old woman's death, being arrested and suicide to eventually learn his true identity. Miguel was the definition of bad luck, from being abondoned on the front door of an orphanage with nothing but his name, he had to move from one foster house to another until he turned 18 which was the hardest phase of his life as he became homeless. Now at 26, he is a delivery guy on the verge of being inprisoned for a crime he didn't commit. All it took was ending his life and a pretty lady appeared telling him he is the lost son of a recent deceased Billionaire who left him an empire making him a billionaire in the blink of an eye, however, his new fortune comes with a price when he realized to survive in the world of the Rich, he had to live as Leo Romans, his brother…
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RISE OF THE SCORNFUL CRYPTO LORD - Urban novels & stories

RISE OF THE SCORNFUL CRYPTO LORD

MEG
Liam Conrad, a warehouse supervisor, is stuck in a loveless marriage to Claire Harrington, living like a servant in her rich family's Chicago mansion. They mock him as a nobody, humiliating him constantly. Then an old college friend finds a lost textbook with handwritten seed phrases for a Bitcoin wallet from 2009, 800000 coins now worth 92 billion dollars. Liam plans to buy Harrington Tech as the mysterious John Gray, his 900 million dollar bid threatening the family that despises him. At a fancy gala, insults hit hard, and Claire's harsh words hurt, but Liam's quiet strength hides a scheme that could destroy their world. At a family dinner, mashed potatoes stain his tux as they laugh. Then, Claire reveals the huge offer and they all loved the deal, unaware her worthless husband holds the power. Would Liam let everyone know who he is and plan his sweet revenge? Or there would be other things that would change the course of things? READ MORE TO FIND OUT.
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The Rise Of Nicholas Hensaw - Urban novels & stories

The Rise Of Nicholas Hensaw

Ellen
Nicklaus Henshaw was subjected to humiliation by his wife. He married into a third-class family in the town in hopes of being able to pay for his sick sister's medication. Stella, Nicklaus's wife, changed her attitude towards her husband after realizing that other men could desperately pay millions of dollars for her body. She started treating Nicklaus like dirt, as per their agreement on the hospital bills for Nicklaus's sister. She refused to pay it. After discovering that Stella was having an affair with the head doctor of the hospital where his sister was admitted, he was flabbergasted. Stella wasn't remorseful; she threw a divorce agreement in his face, leaving Nicklaus no choice but to sign it. Nicklaus went back to his family's house, the one he abandoned for years, and he found the only vulnerable property his parents left behind, the family's heirloom. The heirloom was activated the moment Nicklaus touched it, and he was immediately loaded with knowledge. In no time, Nicklaus used his knowledge to gain power and sought revenge.
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They called him Weak, He Became Untouchable - Urban novels & stories

They called him Weak, He Became Untouchable

Ore-ofe write
He gave his blood to save her family. She gave her love to another man. For three years, Andrea lived as nothing more than Sofia's obedient husband—a “useless live-in son-in-law,” bled dry to keep her precious Nickolas alive. Fevered, weak, and discarded, he endured every demand, every cold command… until the night he discovered the cruel truth. One signed paper, and their marriage ended like it never mattered. One final betrayal, and his heart turned to ice. Now, Andrea walks away—no longer her blood bank, no longer her pawn. This time, the man they called worthless will rise. And when he does, the world will finally see the strength she chose to throw away.
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SUPREME HEIR REVENGE  - Urban novels & stories

SUPREME HEIR REVENGE

Larisa Wilson
Grey Watson, a seemingly poor man, endures three years of abuse and hardship in his marriage to Sonia Nicole, who despises him for his apparent poverty. Living humbly as part of his grandfather’s test to prove his worth, Grey faces insults from Sonia’s wealthy family. His world shatters when he catches Sonia cheating on him with her boss, Mr. Bobby Loren, at Mul-tax Corp. Humiliated and cast out, Grey’s true identity as Supreme Heir to Watson International Group is revealed. He becomes CEO, secretly acquiring Mul-tax Corp to take revenge on his oppressors. From a mocked “janitor” to a supreme heir, Grey’s journey is one of betrayal, redemption, and triumph. Honoring his grandfather’s wisdom, he overcomes personal battles, emerging as a beacon of strength in a world that once scorned him.
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The Billionaire Soldier's Revenge - Urban novels & stories

The Billionaire Soldier's Revenge

Melchisedec
James Ronald was the wealthiest billionaire in New York with major control over renewable energy projects and businesses worldwide. But he was dying from terminal brain cancer, and the ultimate betrayal came from his wife and old friend through a poisoned drink. Meanwhile, on the other side of the world, another betrayal unfolded as Sergeant John Collins and his team were eliminated by corrupt higher-ups who felt they knew too much about the government's secret corrupt practices. With both betrayals happening at the exact same time, their souls merged in the risen body of John Collins. After discovering that the deaths of James and John were both orchestrated by the same mastermind, the new James Collins must use his dual identity and skills to destroy the person who killed both of them.
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rise of the underdog  - Urban novels & stories

rise of the underdog

Mystic beauty
To her family, Alexander Chen is nothing more than a polite, struggling marketing coordinator — lucky their daughter hasn’t left him yet. To his wife, Victoria, he’s a convenient placeholder while she laughs a little too loudly at another man’s jokes and slips away for “late meetings.” But Alex has secrets. Behind the patient smile lies a mind sharper than steel and a fortune far greater than anyone suspects. For three years, he’s played the role of the obedient husband, enduring the humiliation, the betrayals, the lies. Now, the mask is coming off. As Victoria falls deeper into David Morrison’s orbit, Alex prepares to show them both what choices cost. Love may have made him weak. Betrayal is about to make him unstoppable. Marriage was her game. War will be his.
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From Broken Husband to Three Sisters’ Zillionaire Heir - Urban novels & stories

From Broken Husband to Three Sisters’ Zillionaire Heir

Al-Fattah Books
For four years, Pervis Howard was the perfect victim. A human blood bank for his wife's "best friend's brother." A walking ATM for Anna's designer lifestyle. A doormat who apologized for breathing too loudly. When Anna needed Noah's monthly transfusion, Pervis rolled up his sleeve. When Noah needed a place to "recover," Pervis gave up his bed. When Anna wanted to humiliate him in public, Pervis smiled and took it. But every dog has its day. After catching his wife in bed with her precious Noah, after being locked in a basement like an animal, after watching his dying grandmother thrown into the street—Pervis Howard died. In his place rose something far more dangerous: the lost heir to the Coleman octomillionaire empire. Three adopted sisters spent fifteen years searching for him. Three brilliant women raised with one mission: find the Coleman family's missing son. When Aria finally tracked down the broken man in that hospital bed, she didn't just save his life—she awakened a sleeping giant. Now the blood bank has become a war chest worth $800 million. Now the doormat commands armies of lawyers, doctors, and enforcers. Now the pathetic husband owns the very hospital where his wife plays Florence Nightingale. Now three lethal sisters stand ready to help him burn down everyone who ever wronged him. Anna wanted a divorce? She'll get papers served by federal agents. Noah needed medical care? He'll get it—on the battlefield as a combat medic. They wanted Pervis gone? They should have killed him when they had the chance. Because when an octomillionaire god of war decides to collect his debts—with three vengeful sisters at his side—bankruptcy is just the beginning.
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The Nobody She Never Knew Is God - Urban novels & stories

The Nobody She Never Knew Is God

FLO
Justin thought he had a loyal wife, a simple job, and no more battles. But, when he finds out that his wife has been cheating on him and hears her say that she wants a divorce, his world crumbles, unveiling a twist that no one could have foreseen. Erica did not know that the man she despised was a billionaire and a retired military hero famously referred to as the ‘Lord of the Skies’. However, the main question is: will he save what is dear to him, or will he become a loser in the battle for power?
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THE HEIR VS FEMALE CEO - Urban novels & stories

THE HEIR VS FEMALE CEO

Pen Lord
Sébastien Moreau spent years as nothing more than the quiet, obedient husband, enduring his wife Jenna’s cold indifference, her family’s mockery, and a life where love felt like chains. He gave her everything… until the day he found her in another man’s arms. Walking away should have left him with nothing instead, it gave him everything. When his long-lost identity as the heir to a global empire was revealed, the man everyone dismissed became the man no one could touch. In the world of wealth and power, Sébastien was no longer the servant, he was the king. But power draws enemies, and the past never stays buried. As Jenna’s life spirals into ruin, her desperate attempts to win him back clash with Sébastien’s rise to dominance. In a city where loyalty is rare and betrayal is currency, he must navigate love, revenge, and a war for control that could destroy them both. Some men dream of power. Sébastien was born for it.
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RISE OF THE STUDENT BILLIONAIRE   - Urban novels & stories

RISE OF THE STUDENT BILLIONAIRE

Azeez Dada
Lucas Johnson was nothing more than a poor, overlooked student. He was mocked, humiliated, and used as a pawn by the wealthy elite. But everything changed the day he inherited his family’s vast empire. Overnight, the bullied became untouchable, armed with wealth, power, and a burning desire for vindication. Yet, freedom and fortune came at a cost. Lucas quickly discovers that his university rivals aren’t the only enemies plotting against him. Betrayal lurks in the most unexpected places. Amongst his friends, lovers, and even his own family harbor secrets that could destroy him. To survive, Lucas must scale through a treacherous world of corporate warfare, social power plays, and family conspiracies. He’ll need brains, strategy, and a ruthless streak he never knew he had to outwit those who underestimated him—and reclaim what was always rightfully his. In a world where status defines survival, Lucas must rise—or be crushed under the weight of his inheritance.
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