Best Rated Web Novels

Discover reader-rated web novels with strong scores, reviews, and lasting shelf appeal. These stories are surfaced for readers who care about quality signals, visible response from the community, and a stronger chance that the first chapter leads somewhere worthwhile.

Curses and Will

Shin never believed he deserved a happy ending. Shunned by his village and haunted by spirits only he could see, he spent his life surviving one lonely day at a time. The only light in his darkness was a girl named Tsukiakari, until fate stole her away. When death should have been the end, Shin awakens in a world where curses roam the land, ancient kingdoms hide forgotten truths, and a girl named Annya bears a curse powerful enough to one day consume the world. As the shadows grow and the line between human and monster begins to fade, Shin must choose whether to keep running from the past... or become the one person willing to stand against a destiny written in despair. Because even in a cursed world, a single act of will can change everything.

Simply No One · Fantasy · 67 ch

Mortal Protection Services

The Earth wakes up to find itself surrounded by completely different stars. An announcement rings out across the planet: "We at Mortal Protection Services have relocated you to a foster system temporarily. Do not panic." . . Some of you are panicking, when we specifically asked you not to. What to expect: Sci-fi: Various densities, mostly soft. We got your warp drives and subspace enfuckulators, but also a touch of hard space reality. Who doesn't love a chewy candy with a hard shell? Comedy: From slapstick to erudite to troglodyte. We got stuff for any brow level you want. As well as many, many easter-eggs for sci-fi & fantasy nerds alike. Galactic horror: I'll leave the fully fleshy nature of that for you to discover a few chapters in, it's better that way. Fun with Letters: Silly little anagrams, and silly little acronyms. A Hyperspace Cat. (Proudly made by humans. No AI in Writing or Art. Cover by Instagram user: pedro_serpa_75)

B.T.Skull · Sci Fi · 54 ch

Arachnoextinction

On an uncharted island in the middle of the Pacific, Dr. Ivory Gale arrives for a routine inspection of a secret United States government cloning facility. His mission is to verify progress on a project to resurrect the woolly mammoth. Simple job. In and out. What could possibly go wrong? Everything. Literally everything. Dr. Kale, head scientist at the cloning facility and certified lunatic, has been keeping secrets from the United States government. Not the kind of secrets they can all giggle about later. These are the kind of secrets that awaken a long-extinct and highly murderous monstrous spider species. Armed with a gun he doesn't know how to use, a crippling case of arachnophobia, and the help of a ragtag group of survivors (including one who definitely wants to kill them all to protect the government's secrets), Dr. Gale must find a way to escape the facility before nightfall. Because once the sun goes down, the giant spiders come out to hunt. All of them. Welcome to Arachnoextinction.

ShowerKrogan · Comedy · 41 ch

The Crimson Magister

Aqua devoured the Supreme God of her world. For centuries, the tyrant had taken everything from her: her family, her teachers, her home, and eventually the entire elven race. Too many had died believing she would one day be free. So Aqua tore the Supreme God from his throne and brought his civilization down with him. But his divinity did not die. It became hers instead, transforming Aqua into the very thing she had spent centuries fighting against. A goddess. Then a rift cast her into another world, one filled with too many gods... And living elves. *** - Slow-burn f/f romance - Overpowered female elven protagonist - Divine politics - Time manipulation - Cosmic threats - Kingdom building Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/Okram333 Join the Discord community: https://discord.gg/FKE5BeWYWc

Okram · Fantasy · 196 ch

Riot in New Batavia [Beat 'Em Up, Political]

Punk? Faction warfare? Conspiracy? Secret cult? All wrapped in dark comedy and slow-burn progression? "What's wrong with your ears, you Kratonate spy?" That's the first thing Rads hears after crawling through a hidden tunnel beneath a train station. 24 hours earlier, he was just another unemployed graduate chasing the Batavia Dream. Then he lost his apartment. Slept under a bridge. Couldn't afford breakfast. Now he's smuggling secrets for Batavia's most wanted revolutionaries. In Batavia, zines are contraband. Rock concerts carry encrypted messages. Cassette tapes hide political manifestos. Every faction is fighting a war nobody admits exists. Rads doesn't want to change the world. He just wants to survive. Batavia has other plans. RIOT IN NEW BATAVIA is a story-first LitRPG, rich in graphics. No chosen one. No overpowered hero. Every victory is earned. Every choice has consequences. If you enjoy Disco Elysium, Final Fantasy VII, Yakuza, then... Welcome to Batavia. Check out the GLOSSARY for a glympse!

DoomyStoner · Urban Fantasy · 20 ch

The Star Of Ire

"No one is good to you once you stop pleasing them." Three thousand years ago, the gods made a wager: do mortals deserve to exist? The cruelest god cursed mankind. The kindest offered a way out. In the dark, the curse still waits — not for the wicked, but for the one the world chose to break. Three thousand years, and it has never once failed. Two centuries after the last catastrophe, Aseri sings hymns to a hero-king and calls the truth a myth. Markella believes every word — top of her class, bound for the palace, certain of her golden future. She has no idea what she is. She has no idea what's waiting. The Star of Ire has slept long enough.

ccmaker · Fantasy · 9 ch

Aetherios System [Slow Build OP MC, Isekai LitRPG/Cultivation]

Welcome to the Aetherios System, where the quests are mandatory and failure results in deletion! Alex Pierce thought the worst part of military life was eating stale MREs and getting screamed at by people who loved pushups more than oxygen. He was wrong. Caught in a nuclear blast and dumped into a world of magic, Alex and eleven other soldiers find themselves in a reality where stats rule, The System gives no mercy, and Alex discovers bigger problems than simple rations and the childhood trauma of living in his twin brother’s shadow. Problems like: - Forest badgers with bodybuilding addictions and very personal grudges. - A kobold village too dumb for diplomacy. - One cantankerous apothecary witch. - Smug elves. - And an undead dungeon that didn’t get the memo about staying dead. His fellow Isekai’d soldiers are a disaster, his power build is ruined thanks to one little magical oopsie, and his closest “ally” might be an evil talking river pebble. (It swears it isn’t evil. He’s not convinced.) The System doesn’t care if Alex is confused, terrified, or quietly crumbling under self-doubt. It only cares if he proves himself worthy to exist. Prove yourself or be erased. No pressure.

TTReynolds · Litrpg · 308 ch

Memoirs of William Harfeld

Memoirs of William Harfelld covers nearly the whole span of his life, his perspective on the many wars that plagued Caldonia and its people. From the war for Ashthrone to the claim on Gallenor, from the Thorne Rebellion to the third Marek Rebellion and the bloody civil war. A tale of those times when Caldonia could be discribed by few words and few words alone. "Caldonia, the burning land."

TheNoGod · Fantasy · 6 ch

Monster Girl Ranching In Another World

Humanity faces extinction in a fractured dimension ruled by a Demon King. Zack "Kazz" Foreman, having failed to save them once, sacrifices his memories to reset the timeline for a second chance. Transported to a dangerous new world, Kazz rejects the overpowered "Hero System" offered by a voice in his head, instinctively knowing the easy path is a trap. Instead, he relies on a "Ranching System" to empower a team of outcast monster girls and masters Shamanic magic, determined to claw his way back to the Center of Everything and end the Demon King’s reign.

Magic · Litrpg · 96 ch

Arc of the Souls

The Soul. It brings life, creates life and destroys life. For 15 years, the galaxy has been in turmoil by an all-consuming war between Soul-Core and Dark Intrinium. Few understand the true reason behind this conflict, yet all bear witness to the destruction it has left. In a desperate attempt to change the course of history, Jumkou Katatoria travels from a shattered future back to the year 2195. Her mission: To stop a catastrophe that left the galaxy in ruins. But playing with time caused an irreversible paradox, creating an even bigger threat than ever before. And she did not come back alone. Chasing her through the rift is the most dangerous Soul-Wielder ever. Those chosen by the Soul were given power. Some use the power to save, others use it to destroy. Which will Jumkou choose? Welcome to the ｢ Arc of the Souls ｣ NOTE: Arc 1 will be reworked/rewritten in the coming future.

Noyr · Sci Fi · 122 ch

This Stalker Won't Leave Me Alone!

No matter how far I ran, no matter where I hide he’s always one step ahead leaving me enthralled by his schemes. I, April, a 23 years old woman never thought once in my life that my ordinary life could be flipped upside down. That was until I received a message; a message from an annoying, flirtatious, ingenious guy who’s obsessed with me. He’s my deranged stalker, And he won’t leave me alone until he got me in his grasps. ******************************************************************************************** This story can also be read on Inkitt, Scribblehub and Webnovel

TheGhostWriter · Romance · 94 ch

I Became My Vampire Witch Character

Ella was a delusional woman. She spent her days grinding in her favorite MMO, on the off chance she got isekaid. She would play for hours every day while chugging energy drinks and hoping to make the strongest character possible. Well, maybe she wasn't so delusional after all? One fateful day, she had chugged one energy drink too many and died of a heart attack. "I can't believe it! I really became my witchpire character!" Cover Art: Tora San - https://vgen.co/ToraSan Typography: Pangmida - On ScribbleHub

Kurayami · Yuri · 78 ch

The sweet venom

Helia had spent her life in the shadow of her elegant and charming best friend, Elysia. Guided by strangely vivid dreams, she eventually discovered that the friendship that had shaped so much of her life was not what she had believed it to be. Seeking clarity and a sense of purpose, she turns to the one thing that has always grounded her: science. As the empire faces a crisis with deadly creatures spreading an unknown venom, she's determined to prove her worth and break free from her past by throwing herself into finding a cure. With each discovery, she uncovers more than she ever expected, and the pieces of her world begin to shift.

aspa201 · Fantasy · 46 ch

Our Journey's End

(Undergoing Rewrite) “I want to live too...” Those were the last words he uttered before being left behind, torn apart by the fallen. Yet betrayal, anger, and frustration were not the deepest emotions he felt. Not even the pain of being ripped apart, flesh by flesh. It was clarity, much like his name. Lucid understood then that maybe, just maybe, he had spent his life the wrong way. Perhaps, in his next life, he would have better luck. However, Lucid awakens in a strange purple forest that feels both foreign and strangely familiar, against all odds he had survived. Yet his face is hidden behind a peculiar fog that seems mysterious. Suddenly a voice chimes inside his head, a beautiful, elegant voice. A voice that seems to belong to a long-fallen deity named Alice. But upon realization, she is just as lost as he is. She cannot remember her own past, and yet, she carries a hope he himself lacks. Alice guides him forward through the scattered realms, and as they journey together, Lucid may be the only thing capable of restoring this fallen deity to her former divinity. And in return, she may be the only one capable of leading him home. Or perhaps fueling the twisted desire buried deep within him. Revenge... After all, he has not forgotten... What to Expect 🃏Slow-burn 💮Transmigration, Isekai and fantasy 🃏An overpowered protagonist forced through brutal struggle and grit 💮Heavy moral conflicts, difficult choices, and the weight of duty 🃏A consistent main cast that grows and supports one another 💮Mystery-driven worldbuilding 🃏Character-focused progression 💮Subtle romance 🃏AI opening chapter illustrations Schedule: 5 chapters on Tuesday 5 chapters on Saturday Patreon Daily release schedule General Author Linktree https://linktr.ee/Cr1msonLight

CrimsonL1ght · Fantasy · 340 ch

Your D to Major

The story began between two prodigies from different backgrounds and may have evolved into something more... Yuri Yoshima, a 16-year-old 2nd-year high schooler with a good reputation. A valedictorian made her popular in academics. A Musical Muse, known for her talented and virtuosic musical abilities, with her flawless, gorgeous, unignorable appearance that made many boys in the school fall in love with her. A student council president. A girl who excels in some sports. And among all... She's a "Major". Behind all of that, she was known for her ego and fear of losing the spotlight despite being angelic and respectful. Jiro Arashi, a 17-year-old 2nd-year high school student who appears to be an average, calm, and introverted "D" student, has quietly been under pressure, dealing with tensions and an unfair school system and treatment since the middle school era, which affects him deeply. Yet his musical abilities made him push himself beyond his limits, a payback for his negatives.

Akai Mara · Romance · 7 ch

Warm My Bed, Brother-in-law

“Spread your legs for me until your husband wakes up.” I barely have time to breathe before I’m pressed against the office door. His fist tightens in my hair, and his other hand hikes my skirt up without hesitation, like this was always going to happen. His lips hover at my ear, his voice quiet and deadly. “Six months, Elena,” Damian murmurs, knuckles brushing the inside of my thigh. “For six months, my brother will get your name, and I get your body. Fair, isn’t it?” I should push him away. I should scream until someone hears me. I should be thinking about my husband lying in a hospital bed, machines breathing for him. Instead, my fingers clutch my husband’s brother’s shirt, and I hate that my body responds before my mouth can find the word no. Because in a world built on blood and betrayal, the only man who’s ever looked at me like I was more than a decoration is my husband’s much younger brother. I’m Elena Vitale, 38, wife of a powerful mafia boss now clinging to life in a coma and somehow, I'm the one left holding an empire I never wanted. And the only person ruthless enough to help me hold it together is Damian Vitale. At 26, he’s the black sheep of the family… an exiled hacker who built his own ruthless syndicate from nothing but resentment, genius, and an obsession with me that began when he was nineteen. Our deal is brutally simple. He’ll protect my husband’s empire. He’ll hunt the traitor who put a bullet in his brother’s chest. And in exchange, I’ll give the devil everything he’s craved for years. My body. My surrender. My soul… until the day my husband opens his eyes.

PayalSinghRajput · Romance · 18 ch

Requiem for an Aberrant

Killing your younger brother at the age of ten isn't something you forget. Years later, Cole is chosen for the Trial of the Abyss, a descent into a place where survival is forced and the weak are swallowed whole. Most begin the trial with a fall into endless black. Cole finds himself standing before a castle that should not exist. Summoned alongside five strangers just before the trial truly begins, he is drawn into a hidden clique tied to something far older and more dangerous than the Abyss itself. A girl riddled with curiosity. A man who speaks like he's already seen the end. A masked figure who claims the Gods are not what humanity believes. And when he finally completes his trial, Cole learns it was only the beginning. "Welcome to the Threshold." --- What to Expect: Weak-to-strong progression Well written fights Character-focused storytelling A unique power system Long-term mysteries and foreshadowing Academy Arc after Volume 1

TheJestersGambit · Litrpg · 33 ch

Yumix; Unveiled

Hiroki Kurogane never asked for a second chance at life, especially not one that begins with pain, memory loss, and a strange book. After a strange accident pulls him from modern Tokyo into a world unlike any he's known, Hiroki awakens in a place known as Yumix, in a world of conflicts and hidden supernatural forces. With no clear path and the danger closing in, Hiroki meets with a mysterious white-haired girl in his vision called Ayuri, whose her true motives were concealed behind her golden eyes. Now Hiroki must uncover why he was brought here, and what his presence has awakened in a world that may not be ready for the answers.

iiPilix · Fantasy · 48 ch

Waking Of A World

i have no idea what to write here please forgive me, i will edit it later then i get an idea of what i need to write 🙏

Victor_WIlliam · Fantasy · 27 ch

The Weakest Kobold In The Dungeon Gets A Level [Book 1 Complete]

Book 1 complete! New chapters from book 2 every Monday and Friday by 6 A.M. Pacific. Advanced chapters available on Patreon! An underdog LitRPG/GameLit adventure packed with magic, monsters, and horror! When violence comes for you, do you cower, or do you find the strength to fight back? In the world of a VR game, Nik the kobold, lives in his own peaceful little corner of a defunct goblin dungeon. That changes on the day he comes face to face with an adventurer; a looming figure, soaked in goblin blood and intent on killing anything that moves. When he accidentally survives the battle, he is forced to flee his home before revenge returns to finish him. With a mysterious System ringing notifications in his head, Nik must learn how to not only survive, but grow strong enough to seize the Black Tower. What to expect: - Weak-to-strong progression. - Hopeful hero in a dark and brutally violent world. - Depictions of PTSD and a panic disorder.

KennyTheAwkwardDonut · Litrpg · 87 ch