Looking for Mystery and Crime Investigation Novels with No Supernatural Elements, Tight Reasoning, and Clear Logic 求悬疑刑侦无鬼怪小说，那种思维缜密，逻辑清晰的

1. 1 你 You Think You Can Get Away with the Perfect Crime? No! You Can't Hide Anywhere 你想完美脱罪？不！你无所遁形 Mu Yan牧延Two Male Leads1.1M WordsCompleted [Two male leads, episodic investigations + overarching case, 1v1.] [The story focuses on solving cases, with romance as a secondary element. The romance develops very slowly and subtly. Early on, it's roughly a 9:1 split, with 9 parts investigation and 1 part romance. The romance gets more focus later.] [The male lead, Song Kui, isn't entirely a righteous person.] [Volume One: Song Kui, Tang Yu, Tao Li] [Volume Two: Song Kui, Tang Yu, Li Zeru] [Volume Three bonus stories: Chen Yunning, Rong Chen 2.6kReads8.8Score43614d adds

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   The first book features two male protagonists; the second has no romantic pairing. There's no system or cheat system; the focus is on crime-solving, and the plot unfolds in a story-driven format. It consists of episodic cases and covers topics such as criminal investigation, criminal psychology, crime scene investigation, trace evidence examination, and forensic autopsies.

2. 2 犯 Crime Scene Investigation: The Clues 犯罪现场调查：蛛丝马迹 Mu Yan牧延Mystery604k WordsCompleted (Not a wish-fulfillment story, no System, no romance, traditional criminal investigation) While the officers of the Changlin Criminal Investigation Division were still grieving the death of former Deputy Division Chief Xu Wei, who had died in the line of duty, their new deputy chief, Shen Yanning, arrived out of nowhere, stirring up resentment and rejection among them. But as time went on, they discovered that their young, handsome new superior could unravel cases thread by thread, finding the t 988Reads8.7Score12914d adds
3. 3 刑 Criminal Investigation Files: A Death Notice from a Dream 刑侦档案：来自梦境的死亡通知书 Bad-Tempered Peach暴躁桃子Mystery1.2M WordsOngoing (Criminal investigation + mystery + deduction + solving cases + murder + episodic + ensemble cast + romance) The finest hunters often appear in the guise of prey. She is Lin Mu, the youngest psychological counselor in Haishi. A paper crane can weave a beautiful dream, or deliver a death notice. Behind the cover of her “legal” profession, she carries out vigilante justice against the darkness beyond the law's reach. He is Xu Yang, the youngest and most promising captain in the criminal investi 412Reads—Score—14d adds

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   A charming and dangerous psychological consultant versus a reserved and secretly passionate detective captain; she treads the line between right and wrong, he stands at the center of the game. A thrilling, two-way hunt, a psychological game of survival, episodic crime solving + hardcore criminal investigation + ensemble cast + main storyline with subtle romance, urban mystery.

4. 4 法 The Forensic Doctor Was Supposed to Be His Partner, So Why Is He the Exception? 法医是给他搭档的，怎么成了例外 Fu Zhaolan傅昭澜Two Male Leads1.5M WordsCompleted Crime Scene Specimen Room 2. A modern crime investigation novel starring Yan Jiyuan and Jiang Yuan, with many new supporting characters. A dual-clean, dual-strong pairing, with standalone cases and no characters acting stupidly. Hope you enjoy! 1kReads9.4Score32614d adds

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   This is truly a gem among crime drama novels featuring two strong leads! The roguish, hot-tempered detective captain Yan Jiyuan and the cold, sharp-tongued, rational forensic doctor Jiang Yuan—the characters are instantly captivating. Each case is imbued with ritual and metaphor, and the author's application of forensic knowledge and investigative logic is incredibly solid, leaving the reader on the edge of their seat. The romance and the crime-solving storylines run parallel, making it the most addictive novel I've read recently.

5. 5 罪 The Crime Specimen Museum 罪案标本馆 Fu Zhaolan傅昭澜Two Male Leads703k WordsCompleted (The rating just came out and is still climbing) [Two male leads + equally matched + criminal investigation captain x stone-faced forensic pathologist + one-on-one romance + devoted couple + happy ending] A genius forensic pathologist and a tough, battle-hardened detective join forces to unravel baffling major cases. Bizarre murders, serial puzzles, and locked-room mysteries keep cropping up. Everyone else is at a loss, but these two face every challenge head-on. He charges into danger, protect 3.9kReads8.6Score62114d adds
6. 6 绝 Top-Secret Criminal Case Files 绝密刑事档案 Out-of-Control Theater失控剧场Mystery58k WordsCompleted Uncover major criminal cases in China, explore the truth behind them, and reveal the dark side of human nature. This series investigates and analyzes shocking major criminal cases from China in recent years. On a street on a rainy night, a taxi driver kills four people in a row, then sexually abuses and dismembers the bodies, taking photos as keepsakes! A newlywed couple vanishes overnight. What cruel crimes took place during those eight hours of impenetrable darkness? Hong'an, December 26: Eigh 4.8kReads9.5Score37614d adds

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   Suspenseful, mind-bending, logically sound, full of plot twists, and an immersive experience, this game will take you into the world of detective work.

7. 7 警 Officer, Stop Guessing. I’m Really Innocent 警官别猜了，我真是无辜的啊 Cloud Bao Tangtang云宝糖糖Mystery99k WordsOngoing [Don’t read this. Check out the new book with the same title instead.] Everyone thought the young heiress of the Si family was a timid pushover, known in their circle for liking nothing but corpses and barely speaking. But no one expected that after disappearing and returning, the once timid, soft-spoken girl would change her name, become decisive and ruthless, and join the criminal investigation squad. When faced with a case, she calmly analyzes the situation and offers to act as bait to help t 29Reads—Score—14d adds

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   I think the female lead is super cool and efficient at solving cases. I also think it's quite good, although the female lead isn't entirely innocent; she's a forensic assistant. The second book is also about forensic medicine. There isn't much romance.

8. 8 离 Unbelievable! From the Start, I Was at a Crime Scene 离谱！开局就是案发现场 Cloud Bao Tangtang云宝糖糖Mystery413k WordsCompleted [The rating has just been posted; it will rise later] When Xia Zhu woke up, she had become the prime suspect in a dismemberment case, and the victim's head was in her refrigerator. She was the unluckiest person alive! While others panicked and rushed to prove their innocence, she stayed at the crime scene to examine the details. Drawing on her forensic expertise, she pieced together the clues, investigated the inconsistencies, cleared her name, and helped the police identify the real culprit. Sh 6.7kReads6.9Score80614d adds
9. 9 人 A World Out of Balance 人间失衡 Xiao Youqian萧有钱Mystery94k WordsCompleted [Mind-bending suspense + short stories + no overarching plot + crime + criminal investigation + shocking twists + stories of ordinary people] The deepest wounds are often inflicted by those closest to us. A bloody case at an old family home, shrouded in mystery. Who is the real killer? After her father dies of illness, her sister-in-law sells her to northern Myanmar! The body of a baby girl is found in the woods. A kidnapping case turns into a murder investigation. Who would target an innocent i 224Reads8.3Score—14d adds

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   An absolutely delightful surprise! Every case is captivating, the author's writing is delicate yet powerful, and the logic is rigorous, making for a truly enjoyable read! 🥰

10. 10 恶 Evil Bones 2: The Ashen Mystery 恶骨2：灰烬谜踪 Liu Gang刘港Mystery102k WordsCompleted [Criminal Investigation + Criminal Psychology + Hard-Core Deduction + Genius Detective + Serial Murders + Fighting Side by Side + Ensemble Cast] The dead can speak, and clues never lie! Thirty years ago, a shooting sent shockwaves through the entire town. A man and a woman died on the spot, while the killer remained at large. Years later, another case brought the true culprit behind the cold case to light! At the same time, a young girl vanished under mysterious circumstances, and every suspect 3.2kReads9.3Score77414d adds

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    Pure mystery, no female lead! Episodic stories, a constant brainstorming session – you'll regret not reading it! 😍

11. 11 重 Reborn in 1993: I'm a Criminal Profiling Specialist 重生1993：我是刑侦侧写师 Listening to the Wind Beyond the Tower楼外听风Mystery2.5M WordsOngoing [Crime Investigation] [Case-Solving Focus] Lin Zhimo, a leading expert in criminal psychology, is reborn as a frail records clerk at a police station in 1993. While violent criminals run rampant and veteran detectives rely on legwork, he opens his notebook and says, “The killer is 28, left-handed, has a stutter, rides a green bicycle, and lives within three blocks.” The captain tears up his report. “Get back to the records room!” A week later, when a suspect matching every detail is arrested, th 3.1kReads6.6Score27014d adds

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    Criminal profiling expert: a suspenseful crime-solving recommendation

12. 12 听 After She Learned to Speak Plant, She Became Infamously Stinky 听懂植物语言后，她【臭】名昭著 Flaming Lotus炎炎若莲Mystery572k WordsCompleted [The rating has just come in and will rise later] [Mystery]+ [Crime Solving]+ [understanding plant language] The protagonist is smart, and her golden finger gives her an edge without making her invincible. At home: Kuikui, the legitimate eldest plant, constantly competing for attention + a pothos with maxed-out clinginess + an old luan tree skilled in both offense and defense + a cactus that won't hesitate to stick you... Chance encounters: an aquatic-plant choir + an original reed marsh + a sob 1kReads8.3Score17114d adds

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    I don't think this is scary [I understand][You should think about it carefully] It's funny, touching, and has a good case.

13. 13 灵 Supernatural Investigation Files 灵异侦缉档案 Mo Ke, Who Likes Mung Bean Skins喜欢绿豆皮的墨轲Mystery144k WordsCompleted Hidden within the Hong Kong Police Force is a fringe department tasked with handling unsolved cases that "cannot be explained by science." It began as the "Evidence and Antiques Storage Room" and was later upgraded to the "Unsolved Cases Review Division." The department stores evidence from cases that have remained unsolved for years. Because it bears the resentment and obsessions of the dead, this evidence frequently triggers paranormal phenomena. The story's central premise is that every paran 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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14. 14 殡 Funeral Home Restorer: The Serial Killer Case 殡仪馆修复师：连环凶案主 Niao Yu Ni袅钰溺Mystery144k WordsCompleted I restore the faces of the dead at a funeral home, and I’m the police’s most trusted forensic consultant. Born without pain or empathy, I’m rational to the point of being cold-blooded. When others restore a body, they help the departed rest in peace. I restore bodies to create perfectly executed crimes, each one a ritual in its own right. Domestic abusers, corrupt judges, negligent doctors... Every criminal the law cannot punish will become part of my art. The task force is doing everything it c 1Reads—Score—14d adds
15. 15 谷 Flowers at the Bottom of the Valley 谷底的花 Li Shixin立十辛Mystery367k WordsCompleted [Slice-of-life mystery + deduction + crime solving + case-of-the-week + serious drama] Main characters: Lu Jun (forensic pathology intern) vs. Chen Zhou (criminal investigation team captain) Six years ago, a family upheaval completely changed Lu Jun's personality, and his family sent him abroad. Six years later, Lu Jun returned to China and voluntarily joined Chen Zhou's workplace. The two are twelve years apart in age. Their relationship shifted from close friends to an awkward “uncle and nephe 1.2kReads—Score13414d adds

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    A crime thriller you absolutely shouldn't miss! Highly recommended, this series uses episodic cases for suspense and mystery. Don't let the unassuming title fool you; the male lead is incredibly likable—a super cute intern forensic pathologist. No one who reads it can resist him! Plus, the author's writing is excellent, not at all padded, and the descriptions of investigative techniques are very professional. [Add to bookshelf][Add to bookshelf]

16. 16 镜 The Mirrorflower Case Files 镜花罪案录 Muzi Surong木子苏蓉Mystery367k WordsCompleted The Mirror Blossom Case Files In Nanzhou, an ancient city with a history of a thousand years, its most refined culture is being twisted into the most intricate criminal code. Rookie police officer Chu Ran discovers that behind an unsolved case her father has investigated for twenty years lies a dark network called “Mirror Blossom,” which uses Tang poetry as its code system. Its workings are chilling: the most elegant tonal patterns disguise the bloodiest criminal orders, while the most timeles 49Reads—Score—14d adds

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    Recommended. New police officer Chu Ran discovers that behind a twenty-year-old unsolved case her father investigated lies a dark network—"Mirror Flower"—coded using Tang Dynasty poetry. The system's operating logic is chilling: using the most elegant rhymes and meter to package the bloodiest criminal orders; using the most timeless poetic imagery to mark the most despicable crime scenes. On this perilous journey to uncover the truth, she is not alone. Special police captain Ning Xing brings both action and silent protection; Deputy Chief Jiang Qi uses his wisdom to clear the fog for her, while he himself struggles with a conflict between responsibility and emotion, unable to suppress his growing feelings for Chu Ran, ultimately choosing to transform his deep affection into the most thorough protection; Xu Ziqiu, from a rival family, reveals another mirror image of the "Mirror Flower" world to her with his incongruous purity. Their appearance transforms this contest from a mere battle between good and evil. When Ning Xing's love is direct and unwavering, when Jiang Qi's affection is buried and restrained, when Xu Ziqiu's very existence constitutes a paradox of stance, Chu Ran faces not only the mystery of the crime, but also the complex spectrum of humanity under extreme circumstances. Only when the mirror is broken can the flower be seen. The one who chose to break the mirror becomes the moon in the water—no need to retrieve it, just remember that he once reflected light in the darkness. This is a story about crime and codes, but also a story about love that is about protection, sacrifice, and restraint. When a system uses poetry as a pretext to commit evil, when true feelings grow in the cracks between responsibility and emotion, what do we rely on to uphold our faith in justice and true feelings? *The Mirror Flower Crime Record* seeks answers in the cracks of poetry and the shadows of moonlight.

17. 17 只 I Just Want to Be a Detective, but the System Makes Me Take the Imperial Exams 只想当神探，系统偏让我去考科举 Promoted to First-Rank Grand Secretary转出一品大学士Mystery563k WordsCompleted [Crime-solving + imperial examinations + alternate setting + two male leads + wish-fulfillment] A family inheritance dispute! A child abduction case! A serial murder case! A nursery-rhyme murder case! An imperial examination fraud case! A treasure-swapping-for-a-corpse case! A murder at Qinfang Garden! The first thirty-five chapters focus on the imperial examinations, solving cases, making money, and making friends. After chapter thirty-five, the focus turns to solving cases. One case follow 619Reads8.1Score10114d adds

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    It's great, highly recommended!

18. 18 探 Rookie Detective Squad: From the Start, Cracking 30 Bizarre Cases 探案菜鸟团开局漏洞锤30桩诡案 Gu Cangyu孤藏宇Mystery204k WordsOngoing [Mystery and wild speculation + rule-based horror | First-person, episodic investigations, deduction and crime-solving] I'm Song Xiaoyu. The first trap I fell into as a beat cop was the “Midnight Rules” at an apartment complex in the old city: don't go near the water tank after midnight, and don't squat in the hallway in the dark. The residents said “the spirit of the rules will claim your life.” But a bloodstained red scarf cut in half, old clothes from 2023 in the water tank, and bite marks i —Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A lifesaver in a reading slump! This suspenseful crime thriller is absolutely brilliant—a library's "Republic of China era" book request? Actually, it's a projected image with hallucinogens! Cases in an old town apartment and a school library are all orchestrated by human trickery. The protagonist, a local police officer, teams up with a socially awkward programmer, a hemophobic forensic doctor, and a gossip reporter, meticulously piecing together clues from symbols and surveillance loopholes. The logic is so tight it'll give you goosebumps! This newly signed book hasn't had many ratings yet, but it's packed with substance. Even those who don't care for ghost stories will find it worth reading the first three chapters!

19. 19 午 Sins at Midnight 午夜十二点罪孽 My Name Is Liang Sheng我叫良生Mystery238k WordsCompleted [Based on real cases, episodic stories, forensic science, no romance] Based on real cases, this is a suspenseful mystery told in episodic stories. Liu Xing, a newly graduated police detective, interns with the major crimes unit in Lingyun City. Alongside his mentor, a forensic examiner, and other colleagues, he solves a series of bizarre murders. Using forensic analysis, DNA technology, and professional investigative techniques, he pursues the killer through bloody crime scenes and the tangled d 919Reads—Score10014d adds

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    This novel is a pure crime investigation story; the plot is exciting and worth checking out.

20. 20 破 Dawn of Murder 1: Undercurrent 破晓杀机1：暗潮 The Out-of-Control Editorial Department失控编辑部Mystery165k WordsCompleted [Criminal Investigation and Deduction + Criminal Psychology + Stunning Twists + Horror + Wild Imagination] On the square of the Police University, a horrifying corpse lies curled inside a shattered sculpture, its face contorted as if frozen in a silent scream. Even more unsettling, a note found in the victim's stomach eerily foretells the crime scene. Chen Ye has only just become a police officer when he is handed such a difficult case, and this is only the beginning. A string of deaths shatters 761Reads8.9Score13114d adds

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    You should check out this one! It's pure crime thriller, with thrilling case-solving and mind-bending plot twists! I absolutely love it!

21. 21 恶 Evil Bones 4: Partners in Crime and Love 恶骨4：罪爱同谋 Liu Gang刘港Mystery134k WordsCompleted [Mind-Bending Mystery + Case-of-the-Week Stories + Crime + Criminal Investigation + Stunning Twists + Fighting Side by Side] A shadowy hand controls a deadly game. Out on the sea, a white suitcase drifts slowly across the water. When it's opened, it reveals the bloated, headless corpse of a woman! Is the butterfly tattoo on the body a clue to the victim's identity, or a warning from the killer? A blood-soaked coffin appears on a stormy night, its oozing blood horrifying against the darkness! The 1.2kReads9.3Score49414d adds

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    This book! I can only say that everyone who's read it raves about it; a must-read for suspense fans! It's a bit challenging, so I suggest not reading it without thinking—otherwise you might miss some information. It's mind-bending, hardcore, and full of twists and turns! I love it so much!

22. 22 这 This Detective Is No Ordinary Man: Falling in Love Makes Him Stronger 这个侦探不一般，恋爱就能变强 Tie Shen铁深Mystery1.8M WordsCompleted Zhang Xici had endured a lonely, miserable life, and just as he was about to retire, he got caught up in something huge. An enormous scapegoat's burden was dumped on him. With his frail build, how could he possibly bear such a huge burden? He was crushed to death beneath it. But who would have thought that a disaster would turn into a blessing: he was reborn. After being reborn, Zhang gained the support of a System and finally became a force to be reckoned with. Unfortunately, his System wasn't 5.9kReads9.0Score89414d adds

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    A bit mind-bending, with clues hidden in inconspicuous details. A male-centric urban mystery with a sweet romance subplot. Check it out if you like that kind of thing.

23. 23 神 Detective Di Renjie: The Magistrate of Pengze County 神探狄仁杰之彭泽县令 Situ Feiyu司徒飞宇Mystery1.3M WordsCompleted In the first year of Changshou, Di Renjie is framed by treacherous schemers and demoted to the remote wilderness of Pengze, where he stumbles upon a city full of bizarre cases! A derelict rouge house, abandoned for ten years; a locked-room murder on a rainy night; three ruffians found dead inside, their lips curled in smiles, with no trace of how they died. The county authorities rule it a ghostly vengeance, and panic grips the people. Summoned to solve the case in a time of crisis, Di Gong sets 114Reads—Score10214d adds

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24. 24 情 Love Against Three Lifetimes: The Third Prince Slays His Beloved 情逆三世之三公斩红颜 Situ Feiyu司徒飞宇Ancient Romance250k WordsOngoing Yao Yifeng and Shen Lixue fell deeply in love at school, but rumors and misunderstandings tore them apart. She died by suicide, consumed by resentment; he threw himself from a building to follow her. Neither expected death to cast them into three lifetimes of reincarnation, bound by the cruelest fate imaginable. Their souls transmigrated through three lifetimes. In each, he became a renowned official and reunited with her, who bore the same name and face. Filled with guilt, he struggled to make 4Reads—Score—14d adds
25. 25 致 Deadly Scorpion 1: A Male Criminal's Case Files 致命毒蝎1：男子犯罪档案 Yingzhong and Wu应钟和伍Mystery170k WordsCompleted 3.7kReads9.3Score40114d adds

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    The writing is fluent, gripping, and meticulously crafted, with an exciting case!

26. 26 大 The Ten Great Mysteries of the Song Dynasty 大宋十大奇案 I Am Prince Fish在下鱼亲王Historical1.6M WordsOngoing No harem, no formulaic tropes, no invincible protagonist, no System, no golden finger, and no transmigration. This is not a power fantasy, so read at your own discretion! A pure historical mystery set in the jianghu, offering an immersive experience of everyday life in an ancient town and the suspenseful twists and turns as officials use their wits to solve cases… 7.3kReads8.6Score63914d adds

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    Do you like pure ancient martial arts detective novels? 😳

27. 27 直 Livestreaming Fortune-Telling: All My Top Supporters Are in Jail 直播测字：我的榜一全在局子里 Dog Sixteen狗十六Mystery2.2M WordsCompleted A ghost-seeing girl and a genius young detective make the perfect supernatural duo! Jiang Chen: Can you check whether there are any nasty things around us? Su Su: Do you think I'm a ghost-hunting police dog or something?! Ghost: You're the nasty thing! Your whole family is nasty! The supernatural duo always cracks the case! 18kReads9.1Score2.5k14d adds

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    I highly recommend it!

28. 28 大 The Female Detective of the Great Song Dynasty 大宋女刑司 Dog Sixteen狗十六Mystery1.0M WordsCompleted [High IQ + mystery-solving + suspense] She transmigrates straight into a murder scene. Framed for the crime and squeezed dry by her gambling-addict parents, she disguises herself as a man to escape trouble, only to be exposed without mercy by a general. Watch as this lowly servant latches on to the general, examines corpses, and deduces the truth behind each case. She punishes princes above and corrupt officials below, all with a loyal friend by her side. From hunting killers in Jiangnan to trek 6.9kReads9.2Score78514d adds
29. 29 大 The Great Coroner: Xilai, Another One’s Dead 大仵作：喜来，又死一个 Dog Sixteen狗十六Mystery2.2M WordsCompleted She was a posthumous child pulled from a pile of corpses. She spent her days among the dead, playing with skulls and amusing herself by catching maggots. To uncover the truth behind her adoptive father's death, she even took it upon herself to dissect a corpse. Others mocked her as a freak and kept their distance, but the ruthless commander of the realm's forces doted on her beyond measure. Dismemberment and cremation, for love or for money. In this bizarre world, joy comes from seeing clearly f 5.6kReads8.9Score84214d adds
30. 30 新 New Bao Qingtian Fan Fiction: The Fragrant Consort of Luoshen 新包青天同人：洛神香妃 Moonlight Gaze月潋凝眸Female-Channel Fanfiction1.7M WordsOngoing Bai Yutang x Original Female Lead She is the reincarnation of the celestial realm's narcissus flower goddess, with a pure and holy soul. She has no noble status, only a mysterious and extraordinary background. She cares for all under heaven, is high-minded, excels in both letters and arms, and brings blessings to all living beings. … An adaptation of The Seven Heroes and Five Gallants, beginning when Zhan Zhao receives the title “Imperial Cat” from 87Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A crime-solving story set in Kaifeng Prefecture during the Northern Song Dynasty. It's a traditional martial arts and criminal investigation story, without any system, time travel, rebirth, or cheat codes. The protagonist relies solely on digging up evidence at crime scenes, unraveling clues step by step, and reasoning to catch the murderer.

31. 31 恶 The Evil Tale (Complete) 恶谭（全文） Bai Ze白泽Mystery1.4M WordsCompleted [Suspense + criminal investigation + deduction + episodic cases + the depths of human nature + no romance + crime-solving focus] “When a person’s heart is filled with darkness, evil takes root there. The guilty are not the criminals, but those who create the darkness.” A distress call received in the early hours comes from a dead person’s phone number. A murder in a village is reported in the news, with the Wolf God suspected of being responsible! Men in Liangcheng are repeatedly found to have b 1.4kReads8.8Score19714d adds
32. 32 小 The Little Cop Who Makes a Big Difference 小警大用 A Tiger Snatched Along the Way顺手牵虎Mystery2.4M WordsCompleted Du Dayong once hoped to grow up to be a great chef. He never expected to become a low-ranking criminal investigator. This is the story of a young police officer growing up. There is no reborn protagonist showing off and face-slapping people, no System or golden finger making him invincible, and no ridiculous transmigration to another world. Here, you'll find the humor and warmth between comrades, a touch of youthful romance, loving family bonds, mischievous leaders, and absurd coworkers. Young o 90.3kReads9.6Score10.8k14d adds

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    A masterpiece with meticulous thinking and sound logic, the crime-solving logic is rigorous, and the cases are presented in an episodic format. Most of the cases in the three books have real-life counterparts, and the characters and investigative processes involved in some cases are simply too daring for the author to handle! Although there are some protagonists with special abilities, the portrayal of the police officers is also excellent.

33. 33 真 Detective Dayong 真探大用 A Tiger Snatched Along the Way顺手牵虎Mystery2.1M WordsCompleted Volume Two of “The Young Cop's Big Cases.” The first volume follows Du Dayong's growth, while the second chronicles his brilliant detective work. The first volume alone shows how the author keeps a story of over two million characters consistent and engaging, packed with substance and no filler. The cases in the second volume are even more gripping, and its quality is sure to surpass the first. 19.3kReads9.6Score3.2k14d adds
34. 34 悬 Major Case: 1 悬案大用：1 A Tiger Snatched Along the Way顺手牵虎Mystery2.1M WordsCompleted This is the third book following A Cop's Big Break and The Great Detective, divided into Volumes 1 and 2 to distinguish the different unsolved cases. The new book begins when Du Dayong is transferred from the Ministry's Fifth Bureau to Min Province, starting with the baffling case in the mountains of Pingnan. This story places greater emphasis on the essence of each case, analyzing them from more angles and bringing more artistic touches to criminal investigation, forensic examination, forensic 26.9kReads9.6Score3.5k14d adds
35. 35 千 One Slip After a Thousand Careful Thoughts 千虑一失 Old Dong from Yichang宜昌老董Mystery315k WordsCompleted [Criminal Investigation] [Mystery and Deduction] [No Supernatural Elements] A man commits a brazen crime in front of the police and jumps into a river during the manhunt, but the body they find in the water is not the culprit’s. Afterward, new victims appear one after another in an apartment elevator, at a hospital, and outside the Public Security Bureau, setting off a kidnapping crisis as well. Four people die in a single day. Is this a deliberate provocation, or is something else at play? Face 60Reads8.6Score—14d adds

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    A newly completed crime thriller with numerous plot twists, no supernatural elements, and a thrilling, mind-bending story. In a single day, four people are killed. Behind these four serial murders lies a complex connection to three cold cases from 25 years ago. The prime suspect turns out to be the male captain of the special investigation team's elementary school teacher and the policewoman's childhood savior.

36. 36 宿 The Fated Blade 宿刃 Su Can愫参Mystery224k WordsCompleted [Modern setting, espionage, drug enforcement] A case within a case, a plot within a plot, with a fresh and compelling story. A meticulously planned revenge case unexpectedly leads to the kidnapping of a chip expert... “Go back to Tanzhou and secretly assist the Tanzhou State Security Bureau and Public Security Bureau...” Chu Ning asks, “Have you ever seen this girl? She went missing fifteen years ago.” As the investigation delves deeper, the mastermind who has remained hidden for years finally e 143Reads8.1Score—14d adds

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    Suspenseful mystery, criminal investigation, no system---

37. 37 零 Zero-Degree Showdown: Operation Blue Arrow 零度交锋：蓝捷行动 Windless Rainy Night雨夜无风Mystery2.3M WordsOngoing [Mystery and Suspense] [Espionage] [Crime Investigation] [Modern Urban] [Genius] [Strong Female Lead] [National Security] Twenty-three years ago, a separation tore the lives of twin sisters apart. The younger sister was trained by an overseas spy organization to become an elite agent. Sent back to China, she is ordered to assassinate her own sister, take her place, infiltrate Lanjie Communications, and steal the core secret, “Lanjie 9.” Caught between her mission and her organization's orders on 11.9kReads9.1Score1.4k14d adds

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    The body of Zhen Wangmei was discovered, and the name on the gold anklet pointed directly to Zhao Deyong! This tragedy, spanning twenty-three years, caught everyone off guard—was there still an unknown connection between Zhao Deyong and Zhen Wangmei?

38. 38 刑 A Crime Reporter’s Notes: The Ledger of Life and Death in Real Cases 刑侦记者手记：真实罪案的生死簿 Ask the Cold问冷Mystery58k WordsCompleted Where there are people, there's not only the “jianghu,” but also life and death. How long life lasts, we cannot know. But death comes at its own pace for everyone. One case after another unfolds, and killers spring up like bamboo shoots, piercing the calm surface of the world. As layer upon layer of real evidence is stripped away, their ugly faces are exposed. What happened to the missing young couple during their final eight hours? A pair of lecherous eyes follows a young woman's skirt, trailin 455Reads9.1Score—14d adds

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    A locked room mystery, a perfect alibi, the real culprit right in front of you, yet you can't see him! This crime novel makes 99% of readers guess the ending wrong.

39. 39 犯 Crime Scene: A Homicide Captain’s Casebook 犯罪现场：刑警队长的死亡手札 Little Master小师傅Mystery257k WordsCompleted Tension! Suspense! Thrills! Disappearances! Kidnappings! Murders! A sealed room used to kill, cursed villagers, a sinister mirror... Who is the real culprit lurking in the darkness? 731Reads9.1Score5314d adds
40. 40 局 The Bureau's Twin Years: A Record of Strange Herb Mysteries in the Martial World 局编双年：奇草谜案江湖录 Forge a Sword from Scales and Cleave the Universe逆鳞作剑斩乾坤Mystery436k WordsOngoing (Not a power fantasy + no System + plot-driven + crime-solving and deduction + mind-bending twists) (The author spent a full year crafting all the murder cases. They’re sure to be gripping and mind-bending, so enjoy!) One year ago, on a dark night, I was a lowly cleaner working in the City Lord’s Hall when I was dragged into a murder targeting the three great families. Everyone said I was the killer! One year later, by day, I’d turned my fortunes around and become deputy director of the Security 16Reads—Score—14d adds

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    A new suspenseful mystery novel, not supernatural. The author has poured half a year of his heart and soul into creating a perfect frame-up murder case. It is absolutely exciting and mind-bending, leaving you unable to guess the murderer's methods and the truth behind it!

41. 41 狂 The Storm Is Coming 狂澜将至 Ling Chao凌潮Urban521k WordsOngoing [Anti-Corruption + Battle of Wits] A bizarre car accident in a university town seems like a random occurrence, but it leads to a shocking case in Dongjiang Province. When criminal investigator Lin Xiao gets unwittingly drawn into it, he discovers that the clues eerily overlap with those surrounding his father's fatal car crash, which was ruled an “accident.” When Lin Xiao uncovers the first crack in the case, a criminal syndicate led by Sun Yaowei comes to light. On the surface, the “Young Maste 1Reads—Score—14d adds

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    🔎Breaking away from clichéd plots, this novel and engaging story features Lin Xiao, a detective on a quest to uncover a secret from years ago. The story combines elements of "Layer by Layer," "Suspenseful," and "Multiple Twists and Turns." #UrbanMystery #BookSavior

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