There's also 'Mononoke'. It delves into the world of spirits and ghosts, and while it has its own Japanese take, it might have some nods to Chinese ghost story concepts in terms of the general idea of the supernatural and how the spirits interact with the human world. The series is known for its complex and often thought - provoking storylines.
Myanimelist light novels often have unique and imaginative settings. For example, they can be set in fantasy worlds full of magic, like in 'Fate/stay night'. They also usually have engaging characters. Protagonists can range from the typical heroic type to more complex and morally ambiguous ones, such as in 'Baccano!'. Another characteristic is the variety of themes. There are themes of friendship, love, power struggles, and self - discovery, as seen in 'Fullmetal Alchemist' light novels.
I would recommend 'A Certain Magical Index'. It combines elements of science and magic in a really interesting way. The battles between the different espers and magicians are exciting to read about. 'The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya' is also a must - read light novel. Haruhi's unpredictable nature and the whole club's adventures make it a really fun read. And then there's 'Konosuba: God's Blessing on this Wonderful World!' which is a hilarious take on the isekai genre with its dysfunctional group of adventurers.
It's also possible that Hana is related to one of Naruto's friends. Maybe she's Kiba's sister or something. And because of her connection to Naruto's friend, Naruto feels responsible for her safety. So when she's in trouble, Naruto steps in to save her without hesitation.
Some popular ones include 'Sword Art Online'. It's well - known for its immersive virtual reality setting and interesting characters. The story follows Kirito as he battles in a deadly game world.