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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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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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 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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Son In law Revenge  - Urban novels & stories

Son In law Revenge

Daniel Solomon
Donald struggles hard to provide for Olivia his wife but when she finally gets promised a lead role as an actress, she throws a divorce paper at his face. When he finally signs the divorce paper, he receives a message, it turns out he had received billions of dollars in his account from the investment he did years ago and now Donald will stop at nothing to take revenge on all those who had humiliated and looked down upon him.
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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 Rise Of The Belittled Maxwell Arnold  - Urban novels & stories

The Rise Of The Belittled Maxwell Arnold

Jahsmine
Cheated, framed, and betrayed by his wife, Maxwell Arnold found himself in a prison cell, with two options to be met to regain his freedom. With both options impossible to meet, Maxwell could only resign to fate, after which he was bailed out by an immensely wealthy man due to one of the good deeds he had done in the past, completely altering the course of his life positively. With wealth, power, and influence at his fingertips, Maxwell set out to settle the score against those who had hurt him. Join Maxwell as he unravels the mystery behind his past and how he journeys through the present, with each minute dreaded for the danger it holds.
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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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Foolish Great Rich Heir - Urban novels & stories

Foolish Great Rich Heir

Lafiza
To people, Greyson Hayes was stupid and poor. His girlfriend cheated on him and his friends made fun of him. No matter where he went, Greyson was always put down. Until one day his siblings called him home and forced Greyson to accept his true identity as one of the sons of the famous Hayes family.
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Don's fate turns into revenge  - Urban novels & stories

Don's fate turns into revenge

Samuel writes
MC was finally retiring from his god of war position but before that he wants to know who has saved him 8 years ago when the enemies attacked to his family and killed everyone and she was the one who saved him from enemy. He has return the city not to avenge his family murder but also return back the favour to her savior
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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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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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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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He Strikes Back: The Underestimated Heir of Nile - Urban novels & stories

He Strikes Back: The Underestimated Heir of Nile

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What extent would you go to humiliate those who hurt you? After being accused of committing fraud in the company he worked for, he pleaded that he was innocent but his boss refused to believe him and wanted to see him jailed. Beaten and humiliated, Miles receives a call that his wife has been kidnapped by his brother in law and his daughter is critically ill. Knowing that his boss was ready to put him in jail for a long time, Miles knew it was time to return back to his origin. It was time to turn the table and spin the card. An eye for an eye. And become the heir he once was. Miles Anderson, Heir of Nile.
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Reynaldo Vance;The return of the Exiled Heir  - Urban novels & stories

Reynaldo Vance;The return of the Exiled Heir

Chloe Jacks
"Reynaldo Vance Zenas, a young billionaire with a mysterious past, secretly controls a vast business empire. Unknown to the public, he is the rightful heir to the Zenas dynasty. By day, he protects his wife, Kimora Echo Santos. By night, he anonymously dismantles his enemies' empires and strategically eliminates obstacles to his rightful place as the head of the Zenas empire. As Reynaldo's power grows, so does his list of adversaries. But with his intellect, wealth, and hidden influence, he will stop at nothing to reclaim his birthright and protect those he loves."
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The Pact of Shadows  - Urban novels & stories

The Pact of Shadows

Patrick
Gabriel Marchesi is a brilliant criminal defense attorney with a dark secret, he’s the trusted legal advisor to the Russo crime family. For years, Gabriel has expertly balanced his dual life, manipulating the legal system to protect the mob while maintaining the illusion of respectability. But his carefully constructed world begins to unravel when Anthony Marino, a Russo accountant, turns informant, armed with evidence that could expose the family’s secrets and Gabriel’s role in laundering their money. With federal prosecutor Elliot Kane closing in and Marino under government protection, the Russo family demands Gabriel silence the traitor by any means necessary. As the pressure mounts, Gabriel faces scrutiny from the Bar Association, which threatens to disbar him for misconduct. Allegra Russo, the ruthless heir to the family empire, makes it clear that failure is not an option, forcing Gabriel into a perilous game of manipulation, deceit, and survival. As Gabriel dives deeper into the darkness, his moral compass falters. Each decision pulls him further into a web of betrayal and violence, blurring the line between loyalty and self-preservation. Haunted by his choices and the growing threat of exposure, Gabriel must confront an impossible question: how far is he willing to go to protect himself and the family he serves? Set in the shadowy underworld of Chicago, This book is a gripping legal thriller about ambition, loyalty, and the cost of living a double life. As Gabriel’s worlds collide and the stakes reach a deadly peak, he’ll discover that some lines, once crossed, can never be undone.
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The Lost Heir - Urban novels & stories

The Lost Heir

Denny
From humble beginnings to unimaginable wealth, Kevin's life takes a dramatic turn when he discovers he's the long-lost son of a wealthy industrialist. But with great power comes great challenge, as he faces opposition from his new family and confronts the secrets of his past. Along the way, he finds love and redemption with Eden, the one person who truly stood by him. Will Kevin rise above his hardships and claim his rightful place, or will the ghosts of his past define him?
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His Influence  - Urban novels & stories

His Influence

Christy I.
Even when he was pretending to be poor, Prince helped place his wife at the peak of her career the moment they got married and she thought he was his lucky charm. However, his mother in-law would see to it that Lara divorces him so he would be kicked out of the house. In time, Lara gave in to her mother's pressure and got pregnant for her colleague while still married to Prince. She even had to break the news to him in the most ridiculous way and on his birthday. Angrily, Prince retorted and tried to settle the scores with the man who had been sleeping with his wife. He was humiliated by his mother in-law and made to sign the divorce papers after which he was thrown out of the house. Leaving the place in disgrace, Prince decided to return back to his life after promising to take everything away from them.
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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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The Hidden Billionaire Boss - Urban novels & stories

The Hidden Billionaire Boss

JOHNSON
"MASTER. You are the son of the richest billionaire in the city, and your father wants you to take over" From the bottom of the society, Bruce finds out his real Identity and power, climbing up the ladders of wealth, and royalty, with a thirst for revenge on all of those who come after him
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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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