Mysteries of the Republic of China (Two Volumes)

The mystery of the Republic of China finally has two "down-to-earth" male protagonists. Two rough guys work together to investigate the case. One is responsible for rushing to the front to ask questions, and the other is responsible for squatting behind to dig out the details. They occasionally quarrel but are absolutely reliable at critical moments. This kind of relationship is very enjoyable.

The author Wang Chengku really has two skills! When I read "The Ming Dynasty Detective Zhang Mengli" before, I felt that he was very solid in writing reasoning. The background of this novel is even better in the Republic of China. It balances the sense of the times and the sense of suspense just right, without sacrificing logic for suspense, nor neglecting storytelling for history.

The "heaviness" of the novel is amazing! It not only solves the case, but also writes the history of the fortunes of merchants in the Republic of China (Huang Shihai annexed merchants), the struggles of small people (Qin Fengjun, Hong Shaoda), and the corruption of power (guild manipulation). Reading it is like reading a social history of the Republic of China, with suspense and depth.

The emotional line between Colin and Meng Yachun is very natural! There is no forced drama, just the mutual admiration between the "Police Station Flower" and the detective. In order to prove that he can solve the case, Klin also has a little thought of "wanting to impress his sweetheart". This kind of green emotion makes the serious reasoning a little sweeter.

I love dual male protagonists! Moreover, all the clues in this book are clearly written. I am synchronized with the protagonist's clues and guess the murderer together with them. There will not be a sudden clue that the protagonist knows but I don't know. This kind of fair reasoning game is interesting, and the final revelation gives me the feeling of "that's it".

Compared with "The Detective of the Republic of China", this book has a heavier style. "The Detective of the Republic of China" is a light comedy detective, while this one is more like a drama that digs into human nature, especially Huang Shihai's greed and Wang Huiping's ambition. There are no absolute good guys or bad guys. Everyone is struggling in the times, which is very poignant.

The "mutual quarrel" between Cheng Xiaoshi and Klin is so interesting! When Klin wanted to be lazy, Cheng Xiaoshi told him, "Don't take it for granted." When Klin praised him for being smart, he replied, "Just be responsible for paying." This relaxed interaction made the brain-burning case more interesting and made it easier to read.

At the end of the novel, all the clues are connected into a "circle": from Zhao Dingbao's death to Bao Qingxi's identity, from the mud of Ziping River to the ice cellar, and even the legend of "Ziping River is haunted" by the villagers. After reading and closing the book, I just felt "Oh, it turns out that everything is connected together", which is very refreshing.

The details of the background of the Republic of China are in place. The bathhouse in Yuqingyuan, the operation of the Huayang Guild, the pen of the newspaper reporter, and even small objects such as rickshaws and kerosene lamps are all written with a sense of the times. The author has really done his homework.

This book "Mr. Mystery of the Republic of China: The Chain of Strange Cases in Hell" is definitely a treasure in the mystery of the Republic of China! The two male protagonists have sparks, the case logic is solid, the historical background is rich, and the supporting characters are all interesting. After reading this, I just want to say: the author will publish the next book soon! I can't wait to see Klin and Cheng Xiaoshi solve strange cases again!

Who would have thought that the egret's habits would help solve the case? The protagonists observe that "egrets will fly in the opposite direction when frightened." This method of applying natural common sense to reasoning is fresh and interesting. You can follow the detective to "use nature as a witness."

If "Suzaku Hall" relies on Chinese horror and a female perspective, this book relies purely on clues and logic to advance, from on-site investigation, witness questioning to motivation analysis, step by step, it will satisfy mystery fans.

This book not only solves crimes, but also talks about human nature - why does the murderer kill? Is it to repay a favor or to hide a secret? Why do the protagonists insist on finding the truth? Is it for justice or to give an explanation to the deceased? Even the gossips of the villagers are hidden in the complexity of "people's words are scary". After reading this, in addition to feeling that the case is wonderful, I will also think: What would I do if it were me?

The setting of the two male protagonists is so interesting - Inspector Klin is rigorous and a little humorous, Cheng Xiaoshi looks weird but has great observation skills. The two work together to investigate the case, one grasps the logic and the other details, it is simply the Republic of China version of "Holmes and Watson"

There are echoes of the times lingering behind the case. The turbulence of warlords' melee, the collision of Chinese and Western cultures, and the confrontation of old and new ideas are not only the background for the case, but also the key to solving the mystery.

The author is very good at writing series when he wrote "The Ming Dynasty Detective Zhang Mengli" before, and this book is obviously also laying the foundation for a series! The partnership model of Klin and Cheng Xiaoshi and the background of Zhucheng in the Republic of China can continue to develop new cases. After reading this book, I am already looking forward to the next one. The series has great potential.

There are no stereotyped villains, only "flesh and blood" humanity. Whether you like mysteries or Republic of China dramas, you can find something to watch in it, highly recommended!

The partnership of Cheng Xiaoshi and Klin used the dual perspectives of science and psychology to analyze the case, giving people a refreshing reading experience.

The plot is interlocking and fascinating. It's just that I didn't expect that this "double male protagonist" was not the other "double male protagonist". My goodness, Ke and Cheng are so smart.

The story behind Cheng Xiaoshi attracted me to continue reading. I was as curious as Klin. What kind of experiences made him become what he is now...

The plot of the story unfolds in a subtle way, starting from the strange death of Huang Shihai. The clues are intertwined and suspenseful. There is a sense of tension that "something will happen in the next second", which is more exciting than watching a horror movie!

The work can explain the case clearly without relying on gorgeous words, and you can follow every step of the reasoning. It burns your brain but is not strenuous. When you read it, you feel like you are pondering a series of strange things with your friends.

The plot has twists and turns and is fascinating.

The scene of "fishing out corpses" in Zipinghe at the beginning is intriguing from the very beginning. If you follow this thread, the more you investigate, the more you feel that the case is wrapped in layers of mysteries.

A seemingly "useless" detail may be the key to solving a crime. Looking back after reading it, it turns out that the author has buried the clues right under your nose, waiting for you to dig them out with the protagonists.

Overall, it's good, but it's a bit cumbersome. Just simplify it to two or three and it'll be better.

Not bad. The case itself is quite exciting, and it is a small case that links one link to another. Reading this book made me realize that I am not very good at reading this format.

Whether you want to understand the social scene during the Republic of China or enjoy the fun of mystery and suspense, the "Mysterious Cases of the Republic of China" series is a masterpiece worth watching.

I was really amazed by this Republic of China mystery novel! The author cleverly integrates the customs and customs of the Republic of China into the background of the case, making the story both historical and suspenseful.

The character of Cheng Xiaoshi is interesting. He is a geek who studies animal habits. When investigating a case, he can find clues by squatting on the ground and looking at ants. It is in contrast to Klin's "academic" reasoning.