Serious novels usually had the following characteristics: 1. Tight logic: The plot, characters, and events of the novel must be unfolded in a logical order without contradictions or loopholes. The author must think and plan the plot and the actions of the characters to ensure the logic and cohesiveness of the story. 2. Reality of the details: The novel must contain enough details to allow the reader to feel the psychology, emotions, and actions of the characters. At the same time, the authenticity and accuracy of these details must be ensured. The author needed to have a sufficient understanding of the details of life and the real world in order to better present the characters and plot. 3. Language accuracy: The language of the novel must be accurate, concise, clear, and able to accurately convey the author's intentions and worldview. The author needs to be proficient in Chinese grammar and vocabulary in order to write fluent and accurate language. Correct values: The novel must contain correct values so that the readers can feel the author's views on society, life, and love. The author needed to have a deep understanding of social reality and be able to guide the plot and characters of the novel with correct values. 5. Tough structure: The structure of the novel must be rigorous and complete enough to support the development of the plot and the ups and downs of the characters 'fates. The author needed to think and plan the structure of the story and be able to develop the plot and portray the characters strictly according to the requirements of the structure. A rigorous novel needed to be logical, authentic, accurate in language, correct in values, and rigorous in structure to show the author's depth of thinking and literary talent.