It’s a rude insult when lowly and headstrong servant Edna comes to marry Duke Eli, instead of the noble daughter he expected. But the ambitious maid hides an even bigger secret behind her obvious ruse – one that could change the kingdom’s very history. Can the two find freedom, redemption – and love – without drawing their swords on each other?
Light and Shadow It is also Known as: Light and Shadow (Ryu Hyang), Lumière et ombres, Luz y sombra, Ombres et Lumières, الضوء و الظل, 光と影, 新娘的假面
Genres: Drama , Fantasy , Josei , Romance , Cross Dressing
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Top 5 Light Novel Like Light and Shadow [2025 List]
5. Tensei Danzou Oujo wa Kekkon Aite wo Sagasanai
"Until we graduate, become mine. Or even If I do this——" Princess Alicia hates the idea of a political marriage, so her mother offers her an alternative crossdress and enter the boys-only magic academy, and choose one of the suitors to be her fiancé! Though it sounds impossible, Alicia fell in love with Lucius, an incredibly handsome gentleman who isn’t even a potential suitor. Yet somehow, Lucius knew right away that Alicia was a girl, and stole a kiss! Alicia reincarnated into another world based on her beloved BL short novel, and her path to romance begins…! After much anticipation, everyone’s favorite romance fantasy has become a manga!
The Reincarnated Cross Dressing Princess Cannot Find a Marriage Partner has finished publishing and it has Chapters. It is also Known as: 転生男装王女は結婚相手を探さない, Tensei Danzou Oujo wa Kekkon Aite wo Sagasanai
4. Light and Shadow
It’s a rude insult when lowly and headstrong servant Edna comes to marry Duke Eli, instead of the noble daughter he expected. But the ambitious maid hides an even bigger secret behind her obvious ruse – one that could change the kingdom’s very history. Can the two find freedom, redemption – and love – without drawing their swords on each other?
Light and Shadow has finished publishing and it has Chapters. It is also Known as: Light and Shadow (Ryu Hyang), Lumière et ombres, Luz y sombra, Ombres et Lumières, الضوء و الظل, 光と影, 新娘的假面
3. Futsugyou: Dansoumajutsushi to Kin no Kishi
Haruka never asked to be summoned to another world. Despite this, she is thrown into a foreign land, and with her aptitude for magic, she eventually enlists in the military. There, she disguises herself as a man for her own safety and is thrown onto the frontlines.
In the bloody ruins of a fort, Haruka saves Ricardo, a knight who has lost all purpose in his life. Even with his desire to die, Haruka refuses to give up on him. From this meeting onward, Ricardo pledges his loyalty to the young mage, unaware of both her origins and gender. It is a decision that changes Haruka's life forever.
The Daybreak: A Magician in Male Attire and the Gold Knight has finished publishing and it has 15 Chapters. It is also Known as: 払暁 男装魔術師と金の騎士, Futsugyou, Daybreak: The Crossdressing Female Magician and the Golden Knight, The Daybreak
2. Ppaeatgin Gamunui Juini Doeryeo Hamnida
“If you had become the head of the family, many things would have changed… .”
My twin brother died, by my hand. Manipulated by black magic, Chloe, who repeatedly inadvertently kills, ends up killing her twin brother with her bare hands.
Without even time to cry, the point of the sword was aimed at Chloe's heart. Chloe met a miserable death.
But when I opened my eyes, I went back to the past. I will not repeat my past life.
In order to protect the family and her beloved brother, she decides to become the head of the family herself, in the form of her twin brother.
"I guessed it, you guys made me like that."
I Plan to Become the Master of a Stolen Family is currently publishing and has Chapters. It is also Known as: Mencoba menjadi pemilik keluarga yang dicuri, أخطط لأصبح سيدة العائلة المسروقة
1. Light and Shadow
It’s a rude insult when lowly and headstrong servant Edna comes to marry Duke Eli, instead of the noble daughter he expected. But the ambitious maid hides an even bigger secret behind her obvious ruse – one that could change the kingdom’s very history. Can the two find freedom, redemption – and love – without drawing their swords on each other?
Light and Shadow has finished publishing and it has 103 Chapters. It is also Known as: Light and Shadow (Ryu Hyang), Lumière et ombres, Luz y sombra, Ombres et Lumières, الضوء و الظل, 光と影, 新娘的假面
