If you’re an anime fan, you’ve probably asked yourself, “How can I delve deeper into the stories I love so much?” The answer lies in light novels, a literary genre that expanded universes, created new narratives and brings stories that have not yet reached the small screen.
In this article, we've put together a list of 10 light novels that every anime fan needs to read!
Light Novels -Top 10
10. Overlord
- MyAnimeList: 8,62
- Alternative title : Overlord
- Chapters : Unknown
- Authors : Maruyama Kugane
Firstly, we see this one where the story follows a player who becomes trapped in a virtual reality game when it turns off. With his guild now in control of a huge empire, he decides to dominate the virtual world while trying to understand what happened.
09. Violet Evergarden
- MyAnimeList: 8,64
- Alternative title : Violet Evergarden
- Chapters: 13
- Authors : Akatsuki Kana
Violet, a former soldier, starts working as a letter writer to express people's feelings. Thus, the story explores her experiences and growth as she deals with her past and learns about human emotions.
08. Yahari Ore no Seishun Love Comedy wa Machigatteiru
- MyAnimeList: 8,74
- Alternative title : My Youth Romantic Comedy Is Wrong, As I Expected
- Chapters: 168
- Authors : Watari Wataru
Hikigaya Hachiman, a cynical student, is forced to join a volunteer club, where he meets Yukino and Yui. Together, they try to help others, while facing dilemmas about friendship, love and their own identities.
07. Re:Zero kara Hajimeru Isekai Seikatsu
- MyAnimeList: 8,80
- Alternative title : Re:ZERO -Starting Life in Another World
- Chapters : Unknown
- Authors : Nagatsuki Tappei
In short, Subaru Natsuki is transported to a parallel world, where he discovers that when he dies, he returns to a certain point. Using this “death and restart” ability, he tries to save those he loves, facing challenges and the Witch Cult.
06. 86
- MyAnimeList: 8,82
- Alternative title : 86: Eighty-Six
- Chapters : Unknown
- Authors : Shirabi
Set in a dystopian future, the soldiers known as “86” are forced to fight enemies in an endless war. Thus, the story follows the captain of the unit who commands these soldiers, as they fight for freedom and a chance to live.
Light Novels -Top 05
05. Youkoso Jitsuryoku Shijou Shugi no Kyoushitsu and
- MyAnimeList: 8,82
- Alternative title : Classroom of the Elite
- Chapters: 110
- Authors : Tomose Shunsaku
Kiyotaka Ayanokoji enters the Advanced Tactics Teaching School, where students are classified according to their skills. In this way, he engages in psychological games and manipulation while dealing with his classmates and his own motivations.
04. Mushoku Tensei
- MyAnimeList: 8,82
- Alternative title : Mushoku Tensei: Jobless Reincarnation
- Chapters: 330
- Authors : Rifujin na Magonote
Shortly after dying in an accident, a man is reincarnated in a new world with the body of a child, keeping his memories of his past life. So, determined not to waste this second chance, he begins to explore his new abilities and seeks a life full of adventures.
Light Novels -Top 03
03. Ookami to Koushinryou
- MyAnimeList: 8,82
- Alternative title : Spice & Wolf
- Chapters : Unknown
- Authors : Hasekura Isuna
In short, the story follows a merchant named Kraft Lawrence and a wolf goddess named Holo. Together, they travel the world in search of prosperity, while developing a deep friendship and trusting relationships.
02. Monogatari Series: First Season
- MyAnimeList: 8,91
- Alternative title : Monogatari Series
- Chapters: 107
- Authors : NISIO ISIN
At first, the series follows Koyomi Araragi, who after surviving a vampire attack, becomes involved with several girls who deal with different types of supernatural beings. Thus, the narrative is full of quick dialogues and reflections on life and relationships.
01. Utsuro no Hako to Zero no Maria
- MyAnimeList: 8,69
- Alternative title : The Empty Box and Zeroth Maria
- Chapters: 40
- Authors : Mikage Eiji
Finally, we have this story that follows a student who receives a mysterious power to make any wish come true, but at a great price. Thus, he gets involved with a girl named Maria and together they face the dilemmas and consequences of this dark power. So, we left it in the top 1 because it is highly acclaimed, but it is the only one on the list without an anime version.
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