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Release Year2025
Runtime3 Seasons
LanguageMandarin
CertificationNR
GenresDrama, Comedy
Votes2
Director—
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TypeWeb Series
Rating8.0 out of 10
Cast6 credited
Also Known AsDefying Fate in a Novel World
About Defying Fate in a Novel World
Marla Lynn wakes up 11 years after her death, only to discover her world is a novel. Her three younger brothers are the villainous counterparts of the main couple, doomed to tragic fates. Unable to accept their roles in the romance, she cuts the ties to change their destinies. But when her former rival returns, his gaze filled with obsession, will she be able to control the future, or will she become the one trapped by fate?
Directed by —, Defying Fate in a Novel World leans on a strong ensemble — Sun Qianxun, Liu Sansi, Cheng Yu — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The series landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2025.
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