There were novels similar to Duanmu Minghai's Story Collection: Book of Troubled Times, Author: Ji Cha 2:"Spiritual Realm Walker", Author: Xiao Langjun 3: The Tang's Table, Author: Jie and 2 4."King of Familiars", Author: Light Spring Flowing Sound Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation, Author: Mi Tian Building National Forensic Medicine, Author: Zhiniao Village 7:"Wait, Heroine." Author: Guan Guan Gongzi 8: Mantang Colorful, Author: Weird Cousin 9:"Hidden Dead Corner", Author: Get Lost Final Divine Duty, Author: Tuoba Goudan Beyond Time, Author: Er Gen This Game Is Too Real by Chen Xing LL Red Heart Sky Patrol, Author: What's the Matter? Ring of Destiny, Author: Squid Who Loves to Dive National Master of Ming Dynasty, Author: West Lake Encountered Rain Choose a Day to Ascend, Author: Otaku Pig 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth?" Author: What's Wrong? Deep Sea Ember, Author: Yuantong Chapter 19: Cultivation in the Chaotic World of Demonic Martial Arts, Author: Wenplagiarism 20:"Who told him to cultivate!" Author: The Whitest Crow The following is a detailed introduction of these novels: 1."Book of Troubled Times":"Book of Troubled Times" is an intoxicating Jianghu novel. It perfectly combines the lofty sentiments of Jianghu with the cruelty of reality. In the story, the young man carried a long knife on his shoulder and hung wine on his waist. He strode forward, but his heart was vaguely difficult to see the Jianghu. This book skillfully interweaved reality and fantasy, making people feel as if they were in a world full of danger and adventure. At the same time, the book also incorporated some classic elements, such as saintesses, treasures, and beautiful women. Although these elements were not important, they added a hint of mystery and romance to the story. Although some of the descriptions were a little pretentious, it did not affect the overall reading experience. In general, this book inspired and inspired people. Starting from the content of the book, it triggered people's thinking about life, emotions, psychology, society, and history. Therefore, I give this book an 8. 2."Spirit Realm Walker": A new novel from the newspaper seller. Congratulations on creating a record of 200,000 collections on the first day. The introduction and the first few chapters feel pretty good. Fattening up. 3."Tang's Table": Whether it's Goguryeo, Turk, Tubo, Tuyuhun, Xue Yantuo, Tiele…or even whales, tigers, sharks, and hungry wolves, the Tang Empire is a melting pot that can cook peerless delicacies… 4."King of Familiars": Please Pay Attention, Please Collect [Qingquan's new book is here. Brothers, let's go!] This was a foreign world where familiars were the mainstream. Animals, plants, elements, undead, machines... Nine-tailed Flame Fox, Ancient Tree of Life, Thundercloud Elf, Skeleton Monarch, Mechanical Ship Lady, and even antique swords that gave birth to spirits could all be pets. The humans who contracted, nurtured, and controlled them were collectively called beastmasters! Shi Yu, a mythologist and archaeologist, had transmigrated. In order to explore the blank history and lost myths, he chose to embark on an extremely unscientific path of beastmasters... 5."Fairy, Please Listen to My Explanation": A Xianxia novel written in the Mi Tian Building. It's very interesting. The interesting thing was that the protagonist had transmigrated into the game, but he did not reincarnate as a righteous person or a civilian. Instead, he became a weak villain in the game who was bound to die. He was involved in a conspiracy at the beginning. Although he had a master guard around him, he was still in danger. Therefore, watching the protagonist change his fate and through his own understanding of the plot, it was interesting to see how he survived. The most prominent feature of this book was that the main character was a real good-for-nothing at the beginning. He had neither a high-end cheat nor any skill. He even needed the help of an expert to open a storage ring. However, how could such a small character use his only advantage, familiarity with the plot, to complete a counterattack? To accomplish this, the protagonist not only had to piece together the hidden plot of the game through the details, but he also had to find a way to learn the only high-level cultivation technique that could be given to him in the early stages of the game before the incomparably powerful enemy arrived. The author had arranged the plot's rhythm to be quite reasonable and had written a sense of urgency, making it difficult for the eyes to take in. Not only was the plot arranged smoothly, but the author had also created the characters quite well. In order not to be seen through, the protagonist had to act as a rich playboy. His actions and words were very suitable for the role. There were also other characters, such as a natural beauty, a seemingly cold but good villain, and all kinds of experts…It could be said that the author had brought the characters to life. In short, it was a very good Xianxia novel. I recommend it. National Forensic Medicine: National Forensic Medicine is an impressive book. The author used professional forensic knowledge as the foundation and integrated criminal investigation elements into it, showing a unique writing style. From the beginning of the story, where a relative was sacrificed for dissection, the rhythm of the story was well grasped, making people want to know more. The author's writing style was excellent. The words were vivid and vivid, giving people a strong sense of image. The whole story was full of life, making it very interesting to read and could be finished in one breath. This book was another masterpiece after The Great Doctor Ling Ran. The author had a good grasp of the subject of forensic science, and it allowed people to have a deeper understanding of the profession of forensic science. The only regret was that the update speed was a little slow, but now was the time to enter the pit. The author was a well-known author, but his work was indeed worth reading. National Forensics was a satisfying sapling, and the setting of the male lead, Jiang Yuan, was also very interesting. Overall, this book was a refreshing piece of work that was worth reading. 7:"Heroine, Wait": Rating: "Fantasy, Genius, Daily Life, Many Female Lead" [Status: Series (Last post: 550,000)] [What would you do if both the underworld and the underworld needed you?] Wasn't it good for the Night Terror Hall to have a foot in three boats? I want the empress's favorite minister, the lover of the rebel leader, and the young master of a big gang in the martial world! Young Master Guan Guan's new work, Xianxia returned to Wuxia works. It could be seen that it was in the comfort zone. It was written with ease and familiarity, and it had the shadow of the previous two books. Those who liked this kind of routine had no pressure to fall into the pit. It was still the familiar bird bird, the familiar multi-female lead mode. It was considered a rare masterpiece among many female protagonists. Those who liked this kind of work could take a look. It definitely wouldn't disappoint. 8."Mantang Colorful Colors":"Mantang Colorful Colors" is a Tang Dynasty essay. The author has shown a deep foundation in the book. The story took place in an era full of conspiracies and tricks. When the Du family was involved in a conspiracy, the protagonist, Xue Bai, decided to repay his kindness and save the Du family, thus revealing the painting of the Tang Dynasty. The author used the fifth year of Tianbao as the background to create a thrilling plot that was fascinating and thought-provoking. The characters in the book were vividly portrayed. Through concise language, the author successfully outlined the image of the main character and the supporting characters. The development of the plot was also compact and smooth. There was no procrastination or lengthy description, making it very enjoyable to read. Although there might be some barriers for readers who did not know much about the history of the Tang Dynasty, overall, the content of the article was not difficult to understand. The style of the book was smooth, and the plot was thrilling. The author cleverly combined the plot with the psychological description of the characters, giving the readers a golden experience like a movie. Reading this book not only allowed people to immerse themselves in the story, but it also triggered people's thoughts on life, emotions, psychology, society, and history. In general,"Colorful Tang" was a fascinating and thought-provoking book. Whether it was the story or the writing style, it showed the author's deep foundation and talent. This book not only brought a pleasant reading experience to the readers, but it also triggered people to think about history and reality. It was a good book worth reading. 9."Hidden Dead Corner": 8.8 Get lost's new book. His books are basically very good in the early and middle stages. You can read them without worry. "Final Divine Duty":"Final Divine Duty" is a novel setting of science fiction + fantasy supernatural martial arts novel. The author, Tuoba Goudan, attracted the attention of many readers with his unique setting and wonderful plot. The advantages of this book were very obvious. Firstly, there were layers to the world view. The first ten chapters introduced the martial arts system by the protagonist's needs, the fifty-fourth chapter "The appearance of the evil cult" expanded the world view, and the eighty-fourth chapter "The Organization of Transformed Humans" was officially launched. At the same time, there was a hidden line "The archaeological work of the White Mountain era" to maintain suspense. Secondly, the character creation was naturally not exaggerated. Every character had a unique memory point, and the image would change according to the protagonist's cognition. Thirdly, the leveling rhythm was smooth and reasonable. The protagonist gradually became stronger, and the progression of the plot was also in line with the development logic. Finally, it's style "Beyond Time":"Beyond Time" is a novel that is refreshing. It transcends life and death and transcends heaven and earth. The author, Er Gen, showed his talent and creativity in this book. The beginning of the book gave off a heavy aura of the apocalyptic wasteland, making people want to continue reading. The ears did not disappoint. He meticulously described many interesting story elements that made people unable to stop. This book was filled with the wonderful collision between the apocalypse and Xianxia, making people look forward to it. The protagonist was calm and tenacious, decisive in killing but principled, and kind and bright in his heart. The female lead was still unclear, but the possibility of a single female lead was very high. Looking forward to the wonderful collision between the apocalypse and Xianxia. In short, this book was a new work that people looked forward to. It was one of the Xianxia classics. "This Game Is Too Real": This Game Is Too Real is a novel set in the wasteland of a summoning game for players from another world. Compared to other novels of the same genre, I prefer this one. Through the story of Chu Guang's transmigration to the wasteland, the author presented a game world full of challenges and adventures. The game elements in the story were very realistic, making people feel as if they were in it, experiencing the hardships of moving bricks, running errands, picking up trash, and delivering packages. This game world not only allowed people to experience the hardships of real life, but it also allowed people to feel the super 007. By describing the interaction between Chu Guang and the "players", the author made the entire wasteland world seem indecent, increasing the interest and humor of the story. In short, this book was set in the wasteland world, with game elements as the main storyline, giving people a unique reading experience. It was a good book worthy of recommendation. "Red Heart Sky Patrol"[Keyword]: Classic Xianxia [Description: The protagonist is a young Dao College disciple who fell into a desperate situation because of his friend's betrayal. He accidentally obtained a Meridian Unlocking Pill that can solve the problem of cultivation aptitude from a big shot who died in battle, as well as a cheat that can deduce and improve cultivation techniques and sword techniques.] After completing his revenge, he embarked on the path of cultivation in this world of constant strife. [Strengths: It's said to be the work of a physical book boss. The writing style is excellent and has a classical charm.] The character creation was also very outstanding. With just a few strokes, he could portray the delicate thoughts and complicated ways of the world of the characters. Although they were Xianxia characters, they were filled with the atmosphere of the mortal world. Every supporting role was created with flesh and blood. [Prompt before reading: There are a lot of characters appearing at the beginning of the game, so the amount of information is a little too much. It might not be in line with the reading habits of online novels. You need to calm down and read carefully. You might miss a good book because of this and gradually enter a better state in the future.] [Rating (based on personal taste)]: ★★★★☆ 14."Ring of Destiny": Tremble, mortals. Your King of Online Literature will finally ascend to his throne. Cheer for the King's return and praise his return, Amon. The Great Ming State Preceptor: Water The author should have some foundation and no big historical loopholes (of course, I can't really see it, but I think it's okay when combined with this chapter). The passive type. As a snake hunter, Xu Ying had always been honest and diligent until this day when he caught a different snake... On the first day of the third month, incense was burning everywhere in the Divine Land. The statues that protected the villages, towns, cities, and counties woke up one after another to enjoy the sacrifices of the people. However, from that day onwards, the world was in chaos. 17:"Who's in Love After Rebirth": Bei Tai·Bottom-licking Rebirth Counterattack: "I Really Didn't Want to Be the Sea King" It's a pretty girl, worth recommending Description: Struggle until you can't afford a house at the age of thirty-eight. If you want to get married, you have to pay 300,000 yuan as a betrothal gift. You have to live frugally for most of your life. Who earned the money? Jiang Qin, who had been reborn at the age of 18 with countless grievances, opened his eyes and the only thought was to start a business and make money. The first step was to snatch back the love letter, turn it over, and write three lines under the school belle's shocked eyes: No matter what, he couldn't work. If he could get rich, he would get rich. Money can be earned again, but conscience can be earned even more! The livestock of the society will never be slaves! As for love? Even dogs wouldn't talk about that! "Deep Sea Ember" was a fascinating Crusu novel. The protagonist of the story was a ghost captain, who was also a strange existence ranked among the top in the world. Even though the story was set in Crusu's world, the author did not make the story dark. Instead, it gave the readers a relaxing and enjoyable reading experience. The protagonist sailed on the seabed, solving mysteries one by one, filling people with anticipation. I strongly recommend a new book,"Sword of the Daybreaker." It was written by Toshimitsu and looks very good. The author of this book was the author of Anomaly, Dawn, and Deep Sea. He won the readers 'love with his unique style and creativity. The story was thrilling and irresistible. A book with big eyeballs is definitely not to be missed! This book perfectly combined the elements of resistance and harmony. It made people feel a chill down their backs and couldn't help but laugh. The main character's three views were very upright, but some of the plots in the story were a little scary. The plot has just begun, and there are some things that haven't been filled in, but I believe in Big Eyeball's imagination. The protagonist dressed up as Captain Duncan and began to explore this wonderful world, picking up crew members everywhere. This was a heartwarming story that made people feel happy. I like this book very much. I recommend it with five stars. Big Eyeball's work was definitely worthy of being sought after! From Anomaly to Dawn, to Deep Sea, to Deep Sea Ember, every work was fascinating. His works were full of humor and fun, making people laugh. I will always follow his works and look forward to his next work! Chapter 19: Cultivation in the Chaotic World of the Demonic Martial Arts: A New Book of the Transcriptionist He was well versed in the path of stability, and was the master of the two worlds. He repeatedly jumped in the world of martial arts and immortal cultivation. Complementing each other's resources, cultivating in the chaotic times of the Demonic Martial World "Who told him to cultivate!" The atmosphere of the cultivation world has always been crooked. I didn't lead it astray. It's said that history books are written by the victors. Then why are there always people framing me after I win?" Sword Immortal Lu Yang said this to the reporters, expressing his anger. You can read these novels on Qidian Chinese Network.

One great coming of age short story is 'The Most Dangerous Game' by Richard Connell. It shows a young man's growth in the face of extreme danger. Another is 'The Lottery' by Shirley Jackson, which makes the young protagonist and readers question the traditions they've grown up with. Also, 'A&P' by John Updike is good. It tells about a young store clerk's moment of realization about society and his own place in it.
You can start by looking at the themes. If a story deals with growing up, self - discovery, and the challenges faced during youth, it's likely a coming of age story. For example, if it shows a young character learning about love, loss, or friendship. Also, the way the character changes from the beginning to the end is important. If they become more self - aware or mature, it's a sign. For short short stories, look for a concise yet impactful exploration of these elements.
Stephen King's coming - of - age short stories often explore the transition from childhood to adulthood in a very dark and often supernatural way. For example, in some of his stories, young characters face their fears which are not just normal childhood fears like the dark but are magnified by some sort of otherworldly element. This could be a haunted house or a malevolent entity that only they can see. It makes the coming - of - age experience more intense and harrowing as they have to grow up fast in the face of these extraordinary terrors.
The shortcoming could be the limited perspective. Some short coming of age stories only show one side of the coming - of - age experience, like only focusing on the positive aspects of growing up or only the negative. This doesn't give a full and realistic view. Also, the dialogue can be stilted. In an attempt to convey the message quickly, the conversations between characters might not feel natural, lacking the nuances and hesitations that real - life conversations have.
Well, 'The Scarlet Ibis' is an excellent coming - of - age short story. It tells a poignant tale of two brothers, one of whom has a disability, and how the older brother deals with guilt and growth. Then there's 'The Most Dangerous Game' which, while more of an adventure story, also has elements of the main character's coming - of - age as he faces life - threatening situations and moral dilemmas. 'To Build a Fire' can also be considered in a way, as the man in the story learns a harsh lesson about nature and his own limitations, which is a form of coming of age.
One famous coming of age short story is 'The Catcher in the Rye' by J.D. Salinger. It follows the journey of Holden Caulfield as he grapples with the transition from adolescence to adulthood, dealing with themes like alienation and the loss of innocence.