Detective Di Renjie: The Mysterious Case

During Wu Zetian’s reign, the empire enjoys peace and stability on the surface, but undercurrents swirl beneath. Court intrigue, strange happenings on the borders, and bizarre cases among the common people all test the wisdom and courage of those who uphold the law. Di Renjie, the brilliant detective later hailed as the “Sherlock Holmes of the East,” solves one strange case after another with meticulous reasoning and keen insight, upholding justice.

Set during the Wu Zhou era, this book features ten standalone mysteries starring the legendary Di Renjie. Though fictional, the stories strive to recreate the workings of Tang officialdom and the life of society at the time, letting readers enjoy the thrill of deduction while experiencing the era’s unique charm.

Di Renjie’s skill at solving cases lies not only in unraveling puzzles, but also in seeing into people’s hearts. The ten cases are sometimes hair-raising, sometimes bizarre and uncanny, but they all point to one truth: the truth may be concealed, but it will never disappear.

Though fictional, these stories strive to portray Di Renjie’s wisdom and courage against a historical backdrop. We hope readers will enjoy the mysteries while also experiencing the unique charm of the era.