Any Mystery-Deduction Stories With One Case After Another? 有没有悬疑破案那种，而且是一个案子一个案子的

1. 201 浮 Fireflies Illuminate the Hidden Crickets 浮萤照潜蛩 An Shanyu安山雨Mystery506k WordsCompleted (Early on) Mystery and crime novelist (later) criminal investigation consultant: Shen Xuexian vs. criminal investigation captain: Wan Ming A popular idol dies mysteriously on a film set, and the scene is exactly as described in the script. Shen Xuexian, a mystery novelist, is taken in for questioning by the police at her new book signing. She never imagined that selling the rights to her novel would land her in a police station. Getting caught up in a murder on a film set and taken in to assist 411Reads8.7Score103Shelves

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   Mystery novelist Shen Xuexian possesses the empathy to sense others' emotions. When a murder occurs during the film adaptation of one of her novels, she is implicated and becomes a temporary consultant for the police force, determined to prove her innocence. Unexpectedly, her superior, the captain, is her cat-loving neighbor. Thus begins their journey of solving bizarre cases. As their fates intertwine, they slowly discover that everything was already foreshadowed. Both are strong characters, and the male lead has a powerful background. The story is morally sound, with a 60/40 balance between crime-solving and romance.

2. 202 老 My Husband Is a Homicide Detective, Yet I Tell Fortunes for Murderers 老公是刑警，我却给杀人犯算命 Green Mountains山岳青青Mystery248k WordsOngoing Domestic violence, workplace bullying, animal abuse, school violence… When we suffer through such hardships, should we find a way to overcome them, or take revenge on those who put us through them? In B City in 2023, criminal investigation captain Lu Huai and tarot reader Wan Qingqing become caught in a spell of cases. Each case is shrouded in mystery and rife with pain and hostility, and each corresponds to a tarot card. The Hanged Man, the Four of Swords, Strength, the Tower: are they really j 24Reads—Score—Shelves

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   The cases are all female-led: domestic violence, workplace bullying, animal abuse, NPD. The cases are presented in an episodic format. The male lead is a criminal investigation captain, and the female lead is a tarot card reader. The main focus is on solving the cases, with romance as a secondary element.

3. 203 沉 The Silent Truth: The Language of Corpses 沉默的真相：尸语 Clear Breeze Beneath the World世下清风Mystery302k WordsCompleted On a stormy night, a woman in white lay curled up at the bottom of an elevator shaft in an unfinished building. There were no fatal injuries on her body, but strange honeycomb-shaped bruises marked her ankles. The faintest curve lingered at the corner of her mouth, as if she were waiting for someone, waiting for an answer. An unjust case buried for twenty-eight years. Three recent deaths. A “ghost” hiding inside the forensic center. As Long Yusheng edges closer to the truth, a threatening call c 142Reads—Score—Shelves
4. 204 仙 Immortal Constable Yang Biao, Bringer of Justice 仙警杨彪，罪恶终结者 Angel Loves Novels天使爱小说Urban120k WordsCompleted Immortal Cop Yang Biao, heir to Yang Jian’s legacy, sweeps through drug-trafficking syndicates, organ-trafficking rings, telecom fraud gangs, money-laundering operations, terrorist groups, arms-smuggling rings, and more with the force of thunder. He vows to wipe out the forces of darkness and uphold justice in the human world! 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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   This book tells the story of police officer Yang Biao, who inherits the skills of the ancient immortal Yang Jian and uses magic, technology, and strategy to solve cases, from telecommunications fraud and organ trafficking to terrorist attacks.

5. 205 特 Special Investigation Unit: Strange Cases, No Ghosts 特侦组：异案不诡 An Xia Chen Hang暗夏辰航Mystery398k WordsOngoing [Urban Legends + Hard-Core Criminal Investigation] Two nine-year-old students are found dead in a desolate mountain range, with not a drop of blood left in their bodies. A witness claims to have seen a vampire with their own eyes... A speeding car repeatedly runs down the children of wealthy families, yet the driver's seat is empty. The door opens by itself, revealing nothing but a rag doll sitting inside... At midnight, a beautiful woman appears in the river. Two night swimmers have their heart 579Reads—Score—Shelves

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   For readers who enjoy crime-solving stories, this is a truly well-crafted work. Currently over 200,000 words in, the plot is solidly developed, avoiding any rushed or perfunctory feel. Every foreshadowing element is naturally and appropriately placed, preventing any awkward or forced transitions. The story has now progressed to the fourth case, where clues and character relationships from the previous three cases gradually intertwine in the new chapters. Seemingly unrelated details subtly connect, increasing the overall tension. The author has meticulously crafted the reasoning logic, avoiding any forced or illogical plot points. Every step of the deduction is logically sound, and following the protagonist's perspective as they unravel the mystery provides an immersive and satisfying reading experience. The overall pacing is excellent, with progressively building suspense and nuanced character development, preventing any sense of boredom. For readers who love crime-solving stories, this is definitely a worthwhile read to savor at a leisurely pace!

6. 206 洋 The Doll's Corpse 洋娃娃的尸体 The People We Love Together喜欢的人在一起Mystery171k WordsOngoing The killing began with betrayal. Evil grew from desire. The truth is horrifying! A mystery novel published many years ago sparks a series of murder cases shrouded in doubt. Who will be the next victim? When secrets hidden for years are finally revealed, when you are deceived by the person you trust most, how will you face it? 1Reads—Score—Shelves

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   A woman's corpse, clutching a bizarre doll, is discovered in a garbage dump. This murder, mimicking the modus operandi of a detective novel published years ago, sparks various suspicions and doubts. A gambler living in the same building as the victim, a single mother with a son, a teenage girl experiencing family misfortune… one suspect after another emerges, each with evidence of innocence, yet each seemingly harboring a secret. But this is only the beginning; more people die following the novel's descriptions. Is the killer a fanatical devotee of the novel? Or is there more to these seemingly unrelated characters?

7. 207 悬 A Suspenseful Mystery and Crime-Solving Tale 悬疑案断破案于一体 I Love Your Smile好喜欢你笑Mystery65k WordsOngoing All the horror incidents in this book are adapted from real events. If you scare easily, please do not read. This book only collects folk tales and contains no plagiarism. Suspenseful, terrifying, and unlike anything you’ve ever heard before. —Reads—Score—Shelves

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   One case after another, guaranteed to keep you hooked! They're all based on true stories, some of which you might have even heard of. Join me for a suspenseful and exciting adventure!

8. 208 唐 The Chinatown Case Files 唐人街探案实集 Riding Horses and Plucking Flowers走马插花Mystery168k WordsOngoing 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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   Detective Chinatown + a cool and sophisticated female team + comedic relief + foreign crime-solving + individual episodes based on true events; humorous, authentic, and with an exotic flavor.

9. 209 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 4.4kReads9.5Score321Shelves

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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.

10. 210 错 The Wrongly Placed Murder Case 错位追凶 Yao Miao遥淼Mystery338k WordsCompleted Lawyer Shi Yi takes on a death penalty review case and meets Ting Fang, a condemned prisoner in the twilight of her life. To his surprise, Ting Fang seems to know him. She not only asks him to retrieve something from a certain place, but confidently insists that they will be in touch again. Not long afterward, Ting Fang is executed. Shi Yi intends to put the matter behind him, but somehow he still goes to the place she mentioned. There, he finds an old music box and a notebook Ting Fang left fo 12.5kReads9.3Score1.7kShelves

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    Both of these books are very good.

11. 211 直 Livestream: Healing the Underworld Day by Day, I'm the White Impermanence 直播：阴间治愈日常，我是白无常 Delicious Shimeji Mushroom美味的口蘑Urban1.9M WordsCompleted [Live streaming from the underworld + ghost officer + heartwarming everyday life] Jiang Lin is a White Impermanence, guiding the dead to the afterlife and delivering messages in dreams. One day, he obtains an Underworld Live-Streaming System. He can earn rewards by promoting the culture of the Netherworld. From then on, a miraculous livestream appears in the human world, connecting the realms of the living and the dead. A typical day in the livestream: “Ghost: Stay away from me!” “This really is 21.8kReads9.6Score2.5kShelves

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    Follow Fox, say goodbye to book drought! [Top Post][Follow for more][Undergoing Manuscript][Undergoing Manuscript][Follow for more][Top Post] The first book features a male protagonist who works in the underworld, resolving sudden deaths and misfortunes through live streaming. The part with the genius ghost in the underworld is mind-bending! [Fear][Fear] The second book first shows you the result, scaring you half to death, then gives you a mystical explanation, finally making you believe in science. [Laughing][Laughing][Laughing] The third book also uses the guise of believing in science to solve supernatural phenomena. [Cool][Cool][Cool] Fans have already seen through it.

12. 212 黎 The Dawn Investigation Unit 黎明探案组 King Ruan Has Arrived阮大王驾到Mystery549k WordsCompleted [Brain-teasing cases with a new mystery in each arc + two male leads + fast-paced + ensemble cast] (A criminal investigation captain × a psychological profiler) If you’re here for pure mystery cases, give this one a try ^ω^ “We pursue more than just the killer. We also seek the light that existed before evil twisted it.” Zhou Xuchuan is a cold and decisive criminal investigation captain, skilled at spotting clues in the details of a crime scene. Ji Lin is a brilliant psychological profiler who c 50Reads—Score—Shelves

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    These are all episodic books. The first two are by the same author. Since they are new books, they don't have a rating yet, but they are really good. The author's writing is also very good. They are episodic crime-solving stories with a detective team. There isn't much romance between the two male leads, and the cases are very exciting. I really recommend you check them out...

13. 213 参 I Entered a Talent Show, Prayed for Rain, and Took the Internet by Storm 参加选秀，做法求雨火遍全网 Little Witch小巫Modern Romance1.0M WordsCompleted [Mysticism + comedy + secret identities + satisfying revenge + everyone’s favorite] A renowned mysticism master is tricked into joining a variety show, with meals and accommodation provided and a paycheck to boot. She says money doesn’t matter. She just wants to join the show and spread her fine virtues. While the other contestants sing, dance, and rap, her rendition of The Supreme Scripture for Deliverance nearly sends the whole audience to the next world. “What, you want to see something more 8.1kReads9.3Score1.3kShelves
14. 214 破 Dawn Task Force 破晓专案组 King Ruan Has Arrived阮大王驾到Mystery332k WordsCompleted (Complete) [Brain-Twisting Criminal Investigation Cases] + [Crime Solving Focus] + [Limited Romance] + [No System] + [Fast-Paced] (Criminal Investigation Captain × Psychological Consultant) 70% cases, 30% romance They join forces to hunt down criminals and unravel the darkest mysteries of human nature. “There are two kinds of justice: the law, and... my gun.”, Ji Ming “A criminal’s mind is often colder than a corpse.”, Jiang Qingci (The romance develops slowly. The main focus is Crime Solving.) 680Reads—Score133Shelves
15. 215 她 She Became an Overnight Sensation and Got Rich in Showbiz by Telling Fortunes at Her Street Stall ！她靠摆摊算命在娱乐圈爆红暴富 MISS XiaoxiaojieMISS小小姐Modern Romance330k WordsCompleted [Everyone's favorite + supernatural ghost hunting + goofy comedy + feel-good romance reality show in the entertainment industry] Yan Ling, a master of the occult, transmigrates into the unlucky female supporting character who bankrupted her family because she was too obsessed with the supernatural. She doubles down and takes her occult practice all the way, hunting ghosts on a dating reality show and striking it rich along the way. One reading starts at a million. Just when everyone is laughing 1.6kReads9.1Score225Shelves
16. 216 炬 Torchlight [Criminal Investigation] 炬火【刑侦】 Glazed Luanhua琉璃栾华Mystery601k WordsCompleted Dozens of high-stakes, mind-bending cases. A detective and a psychologist join forces to solve crimes, uncover the truth, and probe human nature. (Mystery + deduction + psychologist + episodic cases + serial murders + high-IQ crimes + strange tales + revenge plots + perfect partners + light horror + suitable for the easily frightened.) This novel is the second installment in Confession, also known as The Truth About Murder. Once again, it follows detective captain Ti An and psychologist Zhao Yao 6.7kReads9.4Score1.1kShelves
17. 217 缉 Hunting the Killer: A Rural Murder Casebook, Volume Two 缉凶：乡村杀人事件簿二 Big White Sail大白帆Mystery1.9M WordsOngoing Female cop + crime solving + no golden finger, a traditional criminal-investigation novel After failing the college entrance exam, Chen Guoning joins the Yongcheng County Public Security Bureau as a criminal investigator and begins a turbulent career in law enforcement. This is the story of an ordinary policewoman's growth. No contrived mysteries, just the resolve to investigate each detail, one step at a time. No coincidences that force the plot forward without reason, just the power of meticul 9.2kReads8.8Score1kShelves

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    Bookworm recommendations, personal preferences

18. 218 洛 Records of the Luoyang Pagoda 洛阳浮屠录 Yun Yuan Shaoze云鸢少泽Two Male Leads472k WordsCompleted (Main story complete) The young master, Sixteenth Lang, of the Duke of Chu's household has been kept at home all day and raised like a sheltered young lady. At last, he works up the courage to run away, only to end up aboard an enemy ship loaded with poison, ready to take on the Tang navy's hundred thousand men. Faced with a victim stabbed until he is covered in bloody holes, it isn't Sixteenth Lang who screams. It's Ashimi, a beautiful Qin-Tang mixed-blood who can't stop clinging to him like a 3Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The naval sea demon and yaksha explosion case - the Buddha's Day massacre at Wuliang Pavilion - the Red Phoenix Star Lord Temple dancer and ghost monk case - the Tibetan envoy to Tang Dynasty puppet case - all interconnected, ultimately revealing a shocking conspiracy!

19. 219 冷 Cold Case Detective Agency 冷案侦探事务所 Zhuang Sheng's Dream庄生迷梦Mystery905k WordsCompleted As the name suggests, the Cold Case Detective Agency investigates cold cases: murder investigations shelved by the official authorities for various reasons. Gu Che, one of the agency’s owners, stands 187 centimeters tall, with long brows, phoenix-shaped eyes, and a slight upward curve to his lips. Beneath his right eye is a tiny vermilion mole. He wears his hair in a buzz cut and is obsessed with Chrome Hearts and Goro’s. A rebel from a family of doctors who have practiced medicine for generatio 252Reads8.4Score101Shelves

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    Two male detectives, both with high IQ and EQ, with a subtle romantic subplot. The series focuses on lighthearted crime-solving, using various smaller cases surrounding the main plot to gradually unravel the mystery.

20. 220 刑 Forensic Investigation Case Files 刑侦现场鉴证录 Cat Nineteen,猫十九丶Mystery153k WordsCompleted A case-of-the-week detective novel, with each case telling a standalone story. Everyone is the protagonist of their own field. Thick ink-black darkness seeps into every inch of the city, while the stench of the sewers mingles with the rotting miasma of crime, drifting low through deserted streets and alleys. Darkness is a wound that never heals, silently festering in the gaps between buildings. One careless moment, and it can drag a living person into the abyss. As the lights in home after hom 435Reads—Score—Shelves

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    They are all stories focused on criminal investigation and solving cases, one after another. There are no special abilities or special skills involved; the characters are all internal staff members, purely focused on solving cases.

21. 221 网 My Online Love Turns Out to Be an Abstinent Professor 网恋对象竟是禁欲系教授 In Love with PowerPoint爱上PPT16k WordsCompleted My Online Dating Match Turned Out to Be an Abstinent Professor 2.4kReads—Score120Shelves

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    It's very good, there are many short dramas, and they're so sweet.

22. 222 重 Reborn as a Top-Tier Star 重生之顶流爱豆 Golden Kumquat Rose金桔蔷薇Two Male Leads1.4M WordsOngoing [Two male leads + reborn + entertainment industry + boy band + alternate-world setting] Main CP: a stunningly handsome leader and his devoted main dancer. A boy band idol who doesn’t sell fanservice might as well go home and sell sweet potatoes! Su Yuan, the most popular idol in his group, was framed in his previous life, forced to leave the band, and killed in a car accident. Only at his funeral did his spirit see the different sides of his former bandmates. He finally understood who had loved 203Reads8.6Score—Shelves
23. 223 错 I Let Her Slip Away, and Now I Regret It 错过了她，后悔了 Two Little Flowers两小花12k WordsCompleted I Missed Her, and Now I Regret It 5Reads—Score—Shelves
24. 224 无 Infinite: She Plays the Fool, Then Slaughters Her Way into Players' Nightmares 无限：她扮猪吃老虎杀成玩家噩梦 Cloud Bao Tangtang云宝糖糖Mystery108k WordsOngoing Yu Shu was determined to look as obedient as possible while playing the best dungeons. When forbidden games descended upon the world, others were afraid. Yu Shu, on the other hand, went around making friends with a baseball bat in hand. She might knock on someone’s door in the middle of the night and say, “Hehe, it’s another beautiful day. Wanna be friends?” “Are you crazy?” If they turned her down, she’d say, “Then let’s fight.” The next second, the NPC who had rejected her would have its head —Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This one's pretty good, you guys should check it out. It's the kind of story where a female forensic pathologist and a police captain develop feelings for each other over time. The female forensic pathologist is different from normal people; she's obsessive, but she and he can solve cases together, cooperating from initially disliking each other to eventually becoming partners. These are a few good ones too: the first is a suspenseful mystery, and the second is a supernatural tale about rules.

25. 225 惊 The Deranged Horror Fan Has a Blast Playing by the Rules 惊悚疯批在规则里玩嗨了 Cloud Bao Tangtang云宝糖糖Mystery178k WordsCompleted [Infinite survival + horror games + no CP + a story of redemption] Mu Yuanwei, a little lunatic who grew up in a psychiatric hospital, is dragged into a survival game. She meets plenty of lovely living companions and captures NPCs as toys, having the time of her life. While everyone else frets over the plot and the rules for triggering events, she’s happily playing with her pets. As a walking stack of buffs, she loves looking for loopholes in the rules and taking out NPCs. She’s a professional a 185Reads—Score—Shelves
26. 226 迟 Love That Came Too Late Is Cheaper Than Grass 迟来的深情 比草还轻贱 Quality Young Man one优质青年one1k WordsCompleted Love that comes too late is worth less than grass 38Reads—Score—Shelves
27. 227 诡 True Records of Strange Cases: The White-Faced Detective and the Ace Constable 诡案实录之白面神探与金牌捕头 A Lone Shadow and a Lamp in the Jianghu江湖孤影一点灯Mystery260k WordsCompleted [Mystery and deduction] [Standalone cases] [A master detective, a constable, and a coroner: the perfect investigating trio] [Impossible crimes + mysterious cases] He is Li Mozhi, an unassuming scholar who loves traveling across the land and solving cases. “He” is Luoyang, a gold-badge constable from the world-renowned Divine Constable Bureau. She is Qin Shuang'er, a skilled martial artist and medical expert who serves as the gold-badge constable’s trusty sidekick. When a person dies, their light 421Reads8.0Score—Shelves

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    Historical mystery, similar to Tang Dynasty Ghost Stories, where the main characters work together to solve cases.

28. 228 我 I Came to Keep You Company 我来陪你 Shi Zi时紫10k WordsCompleted I'll keep you company 3.9kReads—Score124Shelves
29. 229 指 Beyond the Fingerprints 指纹之外 Kite Guest on the Hillside半山鸢客Mystery168k WordsOngoing Forensic trace expert Lin Du can read any trace, except the ones that lead to himself. At a corpse-burial site in the mountains, the DNA under the victim’s fingernails is a perfect match for Lin Du’s. His partner, Shen Quan, points a gun at him and asks, “Are you here to solve the case, or destroy the evidence?” Lin Du has no answer. He has forgotten more than just his memories: something has also been implanted in his genes. He has no idea that Shen Quan is quietly clenching his right hand into 15Reads—Score—Shelves

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    It's a series of cases, one per episode, similar to Detective Conan.

30. 230 念 Never Forgetting 念念不忘 Startling Rainbow惊虹11k WordsCompleted After seven years together, my boyfriend, Liang Yue, was going to marry someone else. His bride was the eldest daughter of the Xu family of Jianghu. He said marrying Xu Manting was just an act, a way to get the company through its crisis and give me a better life. Finally, he said impatiently, "Shen Nian, can't you be a little more understanding?" I nodded and gave him a sympathetic smile. So, on his wedding day, I disappeared without a trace. I also got engaged to Lu Wenchuan, his business riva —Reads—Score—Shelves
31. 231 暗 Shadows All Around 暗影重重 Revelry Before Dawn黎明前的狂欢Mystery777k WordsCompleted [Criminal Investigation] [Mystery and Deduction] [Murder-Mystery Game] [Romantic Suspense] [Strong Leads Clash] [Social Realism] [A Cross-Section of Humanity] Some lose the love of their life. Some commit murder in a fit of passion to protect the person they love. Some hurt everyone around them in the name of love. Some are willing to give up everything in pursuit of a little light and warmth! This is a tribute to Keigo Higashino. The writing is delicate, the emotions profound! The plot is tight 701Reads8.4Score—Shelves

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    This realistic social suspense mystery, in the style of a murder mystery game, is a Chinese version of "If Tomorrow Comes." The avengers set up a very deep trap, and even the police investigation is within the killer's calculations. It is a rare film and television script and is highly recommended!

32. 232 捂 If Your Heart Won't Warm, Stop Trying 捂不热的心，就不要去捂了 Shi An拾安15k WordsCompleted If a heart won't warm, stop trying to warm it. 62.3kReads—Score225Shelves
33. 233 致 Killer Profile: Detective Captain, Don't Fall for Me 致命侧写：刑侦队长别心动 Little Dragon Kid小龙人儿Mystery279k WordsOngoing Hardcore criminal investigation techniques + in-depth criminal profiling Standalone cases + two equally formidable leads testing each other + undercurrents of affection There is no such thing as an unsolved case in the dictionary of Lin Zheng, captain of Yun Gang City’s criminal investigation unit, until he encounters a ritualistic serial killer. When the orchestra’s first-chair violinist is arranged like a musical rest, all the strings snapped; when a gallery owner’s corpse is found kneeling be 71Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This one! A crime investigation novel, combining criminal investigation techniques with psychology to solve cases! Episode-style cases, one case after another!

34. 234 骨 Sin in the Bone 骨中罪 Candied Sweet Potato Cake拔丝蛋糕地瓜Mystery415k WordsOngoing Everything is made by hand, so read without worry. Corpses don't lie. But the living do. Forensic pathologist Shen Yan uses a knife to cut through every disguise. Detective Lin Wanxing has eyes that see through every lie. They believe in neither ghosts nor gods, nor in coincidence. They believe only in evidence. But when the evidence starts lying, when the people around you become strangers, when the reflection in the mirror makes an expression that isn't its own... Who can you still trust 316Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A lifesaver for those looking for something to read! This fast-paced crime thriller jumps from case to case without any unnecessary filler. A body is discovered in an abandoned factory on the outskirts of the city, and all the evidence points to the suspect, but a subtle flaw makes the protagonist realize something is amiss. Through meticulous investigation, the truth is overturned, and a carefully laid conspiracy is revealed. The lines between good and evil are blurred, the plot is full of surprises, and every chapter contains an unexpected twist.

35. 235 一 An Invitation 一封邀请函 Li Shixin立十辛Mystery102k WordsCompleted Keywords: Snowbound mountain lodge + Ensemble cast + Campus + Novella An invitation to a high school reunion. Twelve letters, twelve people. As murders follow one after another in the dead of night, each more horrifically brutal than the last, is the killer one of the twelve, or someone else entirely? The truth behind the events is a secret hidden for years. Thorns in the darkness ensnare everyone in fear and unease. No one knows who holds the knife and who is at its mercy. Amid tangled love and 1.1kReads—Score126Shelves

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    Two highly recommended suspense/mystery works by the same author. One is a medium-length blizzard-themed novel where a class reunion traps certain people in a villa, where a clandestine killing begins. The other is a long episodic novel where the male lead, an intern doctor, is incredibly adorable. No one who has read it can resist it!

36. 236 倒 The Unlucky Police Chief: Every Shift Brings a Murder 倒霉警长：一值班就来命案 Muzi Surong木子苏蓉Mystery96k WordsCompleted Every case pushes the limits of human nature. Every chapter turns conventional wisdom on its head. Not for the faint of heart! My name is Lu Xun, and everyone at the Lijiao Bridge Police Station knows me as the “unlucky police captain.” I seem to have a natural magnet for murder cases. Whenever I'm on duty, there's a body in the Yu River, a corpse in a freezer, a dismembered body in an apartment, a body soaked in poison... One bizarre case after another always finds its way to me. The darker a 198Reads—Score—Shelves

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    The author said that after finishing the book, he showed it to a friend, who only said: "I never thought crime fiction could be written so daringly! One case after another, all kinds of explicit content, it's chilling to read." *The Unlucky Sheriff: Murder Cases Every Time He's on Duty* tells the story of Lu Xun, a low-ranking police sergeant with an uncanny talent for solving major crimes. While others' shifts are peaceful, his shifts inevitably turn into big cases. A floating corpse in the Yu River, a body hidden in an apartment freezer, a bizarre and heinous dismemberment… His autopsies are meticulously detailed, his toxicology tests are precise, and the depths of human nature are laid bare; he sees through the truth at a glance. Everyone avoids cases like the plague, but the more gruesome the crime, the more his sharpness shines through. Unlucky is just a joke to others; solving cases is ingrained in his instincts. A high-energy, serial manhunt, case after case, maximizing the thrill!

37. 237 迷 The Mist Finally Clears 迷雾终散去 Gu Wo Zai顾我在Mystery300k WordsCompleted 10Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book is excellent. Each case is presented in several chapters, and it's definitely not mindless writing; every case is meticulously crafted. The author has a grand narrative structure, a comfortable writing style, and many of the viewpoints are insightful and thought-provoking. You just need to persevere and read at least twenty chapters; you'll absolutely love it.

38. 238 十 Thirteen Tales of the Strange 十三事诡录 Banana Fish蕉鱼Mystery342k WordsCompleted Her mother-in-law works in obstetrics and gynecology and is always bringing home strange medicinal soups to drink. Little Lu saw someone dump a body by the river with her own eyes, but the body disappeared. All night long, lights and shadows move inside the psychiatric hospital... 27.9kReads8.8Score492Shelves

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    *The Strange Cases and Mysteries*: A Thrilling and Suspenseful Crime Investigation Journey. In the realm of suspense novels, *The Strange Cases and Mysteries* shines like a bright pearl, radiating a unique charm. It perfectly blends criminal investigation with the supernatural, unfolding through episodic stories to construct a bizarre and gripping world. Twelve years ago, a bizarre family massacre left sixteen souls seemingly weeping in the dark, laying a heavy foundation for the entire story. Afterwards, bloodshed occurred frequently in the streets of Ming City, with eerie characters such as the "Sheep-Headed Old Woman" and the "Ghostly Woman of Death" appearing one after another, creating a chilling atmosphere that sends shivers down the spine. The characters in the book are vividly portrayed. The economic crime investigation team leader is both intelligent and skilled, the criminal expert harbors secrets, and the forensic expert is meticulous… Together, they form the Strange Cases and Mysteries team, unraveling the mysteries from a thick fog. Each case is like a tangled mess, with intricate clues, yet all pointing to a long-buried past, making it impossible to put down and eager to uncover the truth. Whether you're a fan of suspense and mystery or a reader obsessed with supernatural horror, *The Chronicles of Strange Cases* will satisfy your reading desires. Follow in the footsteps of the protagonists, delve into the cases, uncover the truth amidst suspense and mind-bending twists, and experience this absurd and thrilling drama of life!

39. 239 别 Quiet, My Dead Can Talk 别吵，我的死者会说话 Jiu Yunlan九云澜Fantastical Romance406k WordsCompleted [Mystery] [Crime Investigation] [Supernatural Suspense] [Case-by-Case] Lin Yan, a criminal investigation consultant born with "spirit-seeing eyes," can see the lingering thoughts of the dead. Quiet and eccentric, she makes a sudden entrance into the major crimes unit. Time and again, she "hears" game-changing clues from corpses, turning science-minded Captain Lu Chen from a skeptic into someone who relies on her. Together, they solve one bizarre murder after another. But Lin Yan's ultimate goal —Reads—Score—Shelves
40. 240 异 Record of Strange Cases 异闻诡案录 Feng's Cat阿枫的猫Mystery742k WordsOngoing [Crime Investigation × Urban Legends × Supernatural × Suspense | Episodic Stories · Two Male Leads] Bizarre cases and strange rumors shatter people's dreams, while the search for truth cuts through the dark veil of crime. Twelve years ago, a bizarre massacre wiped out an entire household, leaving the souls of sixteen victims unable to rest. The hand of evil has never stopped its work, and bloodthirsty killings still spread through the streets and alleys of Mingcheng. “The Goat-Headed Old Woman” 243Reads8.2Score216Shelves
41. 241 人 The Human Amber 人体琥珀 Jiu Yunlan九云澜Mystery295k WordsCompleted Mystery, high-IQ, detective work, conspiracies, no romance Face-blind detective × behavioral profiling × dual-track trickery He is trapped in the past, yet he is the only one who can anchor what is “real.” They create amber only to conceal the replacements. He analyzes behavior, vowing to hunt down the “real.” Amber as sacrifice, cloning as the scheme. The face-blind consultant sees through the abyss. —Reads—Score—Shelves
42. 242 景 The Two Heroes of the Jing Dynasty Crack a Strange Case 景朝双杰破奇案 Xi Xi希熹Two Male Leads593k WordsCompleted (Two male leads + mystery-solving + transmigration + suspense) When a modern young man transmigrates to ancient times, a journey of solving mysteries begins, filled with political schemes, twisted human nature, and betrayal. As the two work alongside a prince to crack one case after another, they face challenge after challenge and uncover shocking truths. In this world of shifting intrigues, can they uphold justice and find a place to call their own? 98Reads6.3Score105Shelves

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    The first book features a male protagonist who accidentally travels back to ancient times and solves cases alongside the most esteemed prince. The second book is a continuation of the Li Lianhua TV series, also focusing on crime-solving.

43. 243 嗅 Murder by Scent 嗅杀 Jiu Yunlan九云澜Urban1.6M WordsOngoing The Scent of Murder: A gentle doctor is actually a serial killer, and only she can smell death. When a perfumer neighbor joins forces with a homicide detective, a deadly game of tracking by scent begins. 3Reads—Score—Shelves
44. 244 罪 Crime Scene 罪恶现场 Jiangzuo Xiaoxi江左小西Mystery403k WordsOngoing The story recreates crime scenes and explores the weaknesses of human nature. Behind every case lies a battle between the police and evil! Each case is adapted from a real incident. Any resemblance is purely coincidental! 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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    Each chapter is a separate case, a real murder case that happened all over the country!

45. 245 李 Li Lianhua, I Came Just for You 李莲花，我只为你而来 Xi Xi希熹Female-Channel Fanfiction281k WordsCompleted Solving cases is the main focus, solving cases is the main focus, solving cases is the main focus. Important things must be said three times. I’m sorry the first two chapters aren’t very good. The main focus later on is the four of them heading south together and solving cases along the way. Huahua will gradually regain his inner strength, and it won’t be too painful. Li Lianhua failed to show up for the second great battle in the East Sea. Everyone was searching for him, and Ling Xue had come t 56Reads6.5Score—Shelves
46. 246 没 How Can I Cultivate Immortality Without Spiritual Energy? I Might as Well Catch Thieves! 没灵气怎么修仙，还是抓贼吧！ Miss Ling Loves Chicken Feet爱吃鸡爪子的凌姑娘Urban334k WordsCompleted Li Chou's attempt to transmigrate failed, but he got a cultivation System instead. “Damn it!” System: Step one, draw spiritual energy into your body. Draw spiritual energy into my body? There's no spiritual energy, so how am I supposed to do that? Forget it. I'd better just get on with my work! System: In view of the Host's laziness in cultivation, an evil-absorbing constitution has awakened. An evil-absorbing constitution? Isn't that just the Star-Sucking Great Art?! “Damn it!” This isn't the S 2Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book perfectly meets your requirements: one case after another, gripping and keeping you on the edge of your seat, with a tight plot. It also intersperses some humorous moments, making for a laugh-out-loud reading experience. However, the author's mental state is somewhat unpredictable; he often has strange ideas, as if he suffers from some serious illness.

47. 247 我 I Solve Cases to Score Free Food at the Court of Judicial Review 我靠破案在大理寺蹭吃蹭喝 Dog Sixteen狗十六Mystery1.3M WordsOngoing Mystery/Detective Frost veils his silver mask, dust stains his white hair, and Pei Shaoqing's fate was written in the Book of Life and Death long ago. Yet he insists on using the last of his strength to defy fate and unravel the mystery that even the gods have fallen silent before, all for her. Born with white hair, he was destined to grow old by her side; and the name Jiang Tang is the only sweetness in his life. 2.6kReads8.2Score316Shelves

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    I highly recommend it!

48. 248 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! 18.6kReads9.1Score2.6kShelves
49. 249 这 This Captain's Kind of a Flirt 这个队长有点撩 There Are So Many People in the World世界有那么多人Modern Romance437k WordsCompleted This is the story of a sweet, slightly clueless rookie detective, a little white rabbit who gets swept into the arms of a cunning, dark-hearted captain, a big gray wolf. It is also a story about an ongoing search for the truth behind an incident from twenty years ago. The first time he saw her was at the police academy graduation ceremony. As the outstanding student representative, she went up to give a speech. Her lovely, delicate appearance and clear eyes made him question the graduation ranki 168Reads6.7Score—Shelves

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    This book features a series of cases, both criminal and economic crime investigations. The cases are very engaging; I absolutely loved it and highly recommend it! [Admiration][Admiration][Admiration]

50. 250 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 7.2kReads9.2Score818Shelves

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