Best Asian Light Novels: What Are the Most Popular Ones in Recent Years?

Recently, 'The Parisian' by Isabella Hammad has gained popularity. It has elements of mystery as it delves into the lives of different characters in Paris during a certain period. It's not a pure mystery but has enough intrigue to keep readers hooked. Another is 'The Other End of the Line' by Andrea Camilleri (who is Italian but the book has a French connection). It has a great mystery element and is well - written.

2012's Most Popular Light Fictions Ranking: 1." RE: Life in a foreign world from scratch " "About my reincarnation as a slime" 3." I was reincarnated to another world and became a slime." [Crossbow Magician] 5." About my reincarnation as a slime. The self-cultivation of a villain after becoming a hero." 6. Index of Forbidden Magic Books 7 Sword and Sword God Domain 8 《Fate/Zero》 9 "Gentle Girl" 10 " About my reincarnation as a slime, I became a noble and started a series in the Otherworld." Ranking in recent years: 2019: 1 " The Attacking Giant " [Crossbow Magician] 3. Sword and Sword God Domain 4 《Fate/Grand Order》 5." About my reincarnation as a slime, I became a noble and started a series in the Otherworld." 6."Gentle Girl" [Gate of the Fate Stone] 8 Ice Fruit 9 "Even a chuunibyou needs to fall in love!" 10 Demonic Patriarch 2018: 1 Ice Fruit "Even a chuunibyou needs to fall in love!" 3."Gentle Girl" 4. Demonic Patriarch 5. The Attacking Giant 6: Blade of Ghost Destruction 7." About my reincarnation as a slime, I became a noble and started a series in the Otherworld." 8." RE: Life in the Other World from Zero " 9. Index of Forbidden Magic Books [Crossbow Magician] 2017: 1." RE: Life in a foreign world from scratch " 2 "Gentle Girl" 3 Ghost Blade 4. Index of Forbidden Magic Books 5 Ice Fruit 6. Sword and Sword God Domain 7 "Even a chuunibyou needs to fall in love!" 8 " Battle of the Date " Future Diary 10 " RE: Life in an alternate world from scratch, Season 2 " Year 2016: 1 " Battle of the Date " 2 Ice Fruit 3 Ghost Blade 4." The Light Music Girl Season 2 " 5. Sword and Sword God Domain "Even a chuunibyou needs to fall in love!" Season 2 7. Index of Forbidden Magic Books II 8 " Battle of the Date II " 9." RE: Life in an alternate world from scratch, Season 1 " [Crossbow Magician] Year 2015: 1 " Battle of the Date " 2 Ice Fruit 3 Ghost Blade 4." The Light Music Girl Season 1 " 5." Sword God Realm Season 1 " "Even a chuunibyou needs to fall in love!" Season 1 7. Index of Forbidden Magic Books 8 " Battle of the Date II " 9." RE: Life in a foreign world from scratch " [Crossbow Magician Season 2] It was important to note that novels that ranked high usually had a large number of readers and fans supporting them, which was one of the reasons why these novels could continue to be popular.

'The Flatshare' by Beth O'Leary. Tiffy and Leon share a flat but have very different schedules. They start as friendly flatmates and slowly fall for each other. It has a really cute and unique concept that readers find appealing. It shows how proximity and getting to know someone on a friendly level first can lead to love.

One of the recent popular horror novels is 'My Best Friend's Exorcism' by Grady Hendrix. It has a unique take on exorcism and friendship. 'House of Leaves' by Mark Z. Danielewski is also quite popular. It has a very complex and spooky narrative structure that keeps readers on edge.

Well, 'Normal People' by Sally Rooney has been very popular. It delves deep into the complex relationship between two characters, exploring themes of love, class, and self - identity. Also, 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood is widely read. It's a continuation of the story in 'The Handmaid's Tale', further exploring the dystopian world she created.

Some popular Asian light novels include 'Sword Art Online'. It is set in a virtual reality MMORPG world where players are trapped and have to fight for their survival. Another is 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World'. The story follows Subaru, a young man who is transported to a fantasy world and has the ability to return by death.

Some popular Asian light novels include 'Sword Art Online'. It's set in a virtual reality world where players are trapped and have to fight their way out. Another is 'Re:Zero − Starting Life in Another World'. The story follows a young man who is mysteriously transported to a fantasy world and has the ability to return by death. 'Overlord' is also well - known. It tells the story of a powerful wizard who is trapped in a game world and his adventures there.

One of the best Asian light novels is 'Sword Art Online'. It has an exciting plot set in a virtual reality gaming world where players are trapped and must fight to survive. The character development, especially of Kirito, is really engaging.

One of the most popular ones recently is 'The Witcher' series of novels which has been related to the game of the same name. The novels are full of rich lore about monsters, magic, and the complex character of Geralt of Rivia. The game's popularity has also boosted the novels' readership.

One of the most popular in recent years is 'Ready Player One'. Its movie adaptation also brought more attention to the book. It has a great blend of 80s pop - culture and a thrilling virtual world adventure. Another popular one is 'Warcross' with its fast - paced plot set in a virtual gaming world that attracted a lot of young readers.