Code Name: Wick
谍战代号灯芯
- Status
- Ongoing
- Length
- 2.2M Words
- Genre
- Urban
- Subgenre
- War & Espionage
- Updated
- 14d ago
- English
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Synopsis
Other names
- Undercover Espionage: The Wick Never Goes Out谍战潜伏：灯芯不灭Alternate title on Fanqie
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Classic Espionage Stories
I'd like something like Spy Shadow: Matsuno, Which One of Us Is the Mole? A classic espionage novel you won't regret reading.
War of Resistance and Spy Thrillers, No Explanation Needed. If You Like Them, Come In!
Are There Any Good Spy Novels Besides The Wire?
I want books similar to Espionage: I Can Actually Identify Spies (Espionage: A Desperate Situation).
Spy Thriller! Spy Thriller! Spy Thriller! Spy Thriller! Spy Thriller! I Want Spy Thrillers!
Spy stories!
Classic Spy Novels: Got Any Recommendations?
Republican-Era Spy Fiction: The Protagonist Transmigrates with a Golden Finger
Looking for High-Quality Spy Thrillers!
Good Spy-War Novels
Are there any spy-war or Republican-era novels similar to Spy Shadow Storm?
The Best Spy Thrillers You Can Think Of, Preferably With Transmigration
Looking for Anti-Japanese War Novels, No Underdog Stories or Lone-hero Nonsense.
Looking for books similar to I Handle Logistics in Sparking the Dragon.
Any Recommendations for Spy Thriller Novels?
Spy thrillers only, please. I've recently gotten into this kind of story.
Anti-Japanese War Spy Thrillers with Smart Characters, Rated 9.0 or Higher: The Best Espionage Novels
Looking for stories like Spy War: I Can Actually Identify Spies.
Must-Read Novels About the War of Resistance and Espionage
Classics, web novels, niche but excellent stories, and so on.
Looking for a New, Really Great Novel About the War of Resistance and Spy Warfare, Rated at Least 9/10
Looking for books like Spy King: This Undercover Agent Gets Danger Warnings (Deep Sea Infiltration). A fantastic new resistance-era spy thriller, rated over 9 out of 10. Come check it out!
Looking for Spy-War Novels Like The Infiltrator, Kite, and The Disguiser
Complete Anti-Japanese Espionage Novels of Over Three Million Words
An Espionage Hero Who Keeps a Low Profile and Values His Own Life
A spy-war story where the protagonist values his life, does not act impulsively, and refuses to gamble with his own life.
Spy and Counterspy Novels
Spy Novels With a Cautious Lead Who Puts His Own Survival First
Transmigrated into a Spy-War Story with a System
Transmigrate into various spy dramas, like "The Disguiser", "Jingzhe", "Sparrow", "Kite", and so on. With a System.
Spy Fiction No. 1, Debate Me If You Disagree!!!
I want books like "Spy War: I Can Actually Identify Spies (Spy War: The Deadly Ground)".
Any Spy-War Stories Where the Protagonist Transmigrates into a Japanese High-Ranking Official or Aristocrat?
Looking for books similar to "Espionage: My Body Is in Cao's Camp, but My Heart Is with Han". Something like "Espionage: My Body Is in Cao's Camp".
Looking for Espionage Stories Set in Republican-Era China
Any Good Spy Dramas or Novels About Catching Spies in the Early Years After Liberation?
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A rare, well-paced Republican-era spy novel. The main plot revolves around the intelligence mission codenamed "Lampwick," while interweaving the daily interactions between two people posing as a married couple, blending serious espionage with relatable everyday moments. The power struggles between various factions and the deployment of informants are logically sound, without any unrealistic plot points, making it suitable for fans of realistic and psychologically intricate spy stories.
The atmosphere of espionage in Shanghai during the Republican era is solidly portrayed. There are no exaggerated fights; the plot is driven entirely by subtle maneuvering, coded messages, and the battle of wits between informants. The scenes of copying files, tracking and probing, and setting traps to resolve crises are logically sound, with foreshadowing planted naturally. The tension builds gradually, making the reader feel very immersed.
The author is a master; the words revolve around one person and unfold a historical panorama, like a person carrying a lantern, illuminating a scene in a dark room. In the end, it seems like everything is seen, yet nothing is truly clear. 👍
Excellent, excellent writing! The protagonist is very special, very vivid, but with such abilities, isn't he practically a god? And how could he live such a long life? Does he even understand the logic of everyday life? You have too many doubts. Better not to...
This spy thriller is meticulously plotted, with realistic details, and is highly recommended. Longtime readers should definitely add it to their bookshelves. Hopefully, the author will occasionally add a touch of bravery and freshness to the protagonist's character. Wishing you continued success in your reading!
I love reading articles that focus on details; they're so much better than those that are all talk and no action. 👍
It's pretty good, the rating is too low, I'll keep watching haha [staring emoji]
Very good, the characters are vividly portrayed and full of life.
It sounds great, author, please update soon! Highly recommended! For a seasoned bookworm, there are almost no novels I can keep following.
The characters are portrayed very realistically, and their timid, cautious, and meticulous personalities are vividly displayed.