Mystery Novels with a Highly Intelligent, Powerful, Cold, Female-Free Protagonist and Mind-Bending Plots 主角高智商 无女主 强大 冷漠又烧脑的悬疑小说

1. 1 在 I Am a Female Sorcerer 在下女术师 The Girl Who Swallows Ghosts吞鬼的女孩Mystery2.5M WordsCompleted The night Bai Zhou returned home to inherit the funeral-clothing shop, someone tried to murder her... From the moment she came back from the dead, she was swept up in one eerie, chilling case after another. A dead old woman wandering through a funeral hall; vengeful spirits who died violent deaths scrambling to find substitutes; a sinister temple in the mountains where people are killed; evil spirits crying out for justice during a performance of Judge Bao... Watch Bai Zhou learn the Taoist Five 17.9kReads9.2Score2.6kShelves

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   They're all exceptionally good, especially the third book—a true classic! You won't regret reading it! The first book is also fantastic; I'm really into TunTun's new book! I've almost forgotten the second one, but it was also incredibly good!

2. 2 修 The Reborn Female Side Character Becomes an Immortal 修仙女配重生后成仙了 Milk Sniper奶狙Ancient Romance496k WordsCompleted I had a spatial treasure, magical artifacts, and great opportunities, but I still died. Only after death did I understand that everything I’d done in life had been to deliver gear to the heroine and pave her path to immortality. Fortunately, Heaven took pity on me and gave me a chance to be reborn, back to the moment I first embarked on the path of immortality... The female supporting character face-slaps the heroine and, along her cultivation journey, happens to take in a haughty little fox spi 846Reads8.8Score106Shelves
3. 3 一 I Woke Up with 40 Murder Cases on My Hands 一觉醒来：我背上了40起命案 No Joy无喜Mystery1.0M WordsCompleted Chen Xiao wakes up to find everything around him strangely unfamiliar. The only thing beside him is a diary. He thinks it might explain his current predicament, but as he reads, he begins to doubt whether its contents are real. It is clearly a record of crimes committed by “himself.” Just as Chen Xiao is about to read on, the piercing wail of police sirens downstairs jolts him awake, and he can't help imagining the worst... 29.8kReads9.3Score3.2kShelves

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   In summary: Don't watch it without thinking, or you might not understand it.

4. 4 谁 Who Says a Mentally Ill Person Can't Solve Crimes? 谁说精神病不能破案 Transformed into Chief White Cat化身白猫警长Mystery1.0M WordsCompleted {Serial murder case + basement captivity case + human trafficking case + haunted ancestral home...} Multiple personalities, no romance, no golden finger, no System, and a sharp mind. Handsome with a sense of humor, funny and handsome all at once. Humanity's evil is magnified without limit, while goodness takes root in the midst of evil. A genius psychologist is locked away for three years because of dissociative identity disorder. After passing his evaluation and being released, he gets caught u 7.7kReads9.0Score961Shelves

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   No female lead, two male leads solving cases. One is a highly intelligent psychologist with a split personality, and the other is a top detective captain in the police force. Together, they sweep away all kinds of cases.

5. 5 神 A Psychopath with a Trillion, Finding Healing Every Day 神经病拥有万亿，每天很治愈 N to the Power of Laughter笑的N次方Mystery267k WordsCompleted (Mystery + Deduction + No System + No Female Lead) When you open your eyes and find yourself carrying the burden of 51 murders, what would you do? Turn yourself in? Run for your life? Or quietly enjoy yourself? When a huge sum of money appears in your account, what would you do? Pursue your dream girl? Buy a house and a car? Or party the night away? And when you become mentally ill, what would you do? Get treatment? Escape reality? Or become completely insane? Mark Twain once said, “Man is the o 311Reads8.4Score102Shelves

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   First, there is no female lead (in the early and later stages, never assume that Liu Shanshan or Song Bingru are the female lead; please note that no romance ≠ two male leads!), No system, relying solely on his own intelligence. Regardless of whether it's friendship, sibling-like relationships, etc., The male lead warily observes them, never trusting them, hence his excessive suspicion! He's rich and handsome. He's also constantly suspected by the police of being a serial killer, a highly intelligent criminal. The police captains relentlessly pursue him to gather evidence, leading to unexpected twists. No romance, completed.

6. 6 惊 Thriller Game: From the Start, I Urge the Ghost Courtesan to Reform! 惊悚游戏：开局劝鬼花魁从良！ Sweet Sweet Sweet Stories甜甜甜故事Mystery1.2M WordsCompleted [Horror game + comedic mild horror + infinite-flow + livestream + no heroine + the protagonist doesn’t act human + everyone is clever + everyone lies + original game scenarios] [The only novel online to tell the story of what happened before the horror game invaded!] [Horror scenario “Ghost Brothel” fully loaded. Players, please get ready!] Lin Xun, a hack screenwriter, is transported into a horror game. Unblockable horror livestreams spread across the internet, turning this into a terrifying sp 5.6kReads9.3Score619Shelves

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   In short, it's passable, but leaves you wanting more.

7. 7 沈 The Case Files of Shen Rufeng 沈如风探案录 A Life Like a Probe探似人生Mystery408k WordsCompleted There's only one truth. Follow Shen Rufeng and his colleagues as they piece together the clues and solve each case. The stories are mainly standalone cases. This is a new book by a new author, so please show your support. 1.5kReads—Score100Shelves

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   This one's alright; it's a mystery/detective/suspense novel, worth recommending.

8. 8 刑 Criminal Investigation: I Can See Crime Records 刑侦：我能看见犯罪记录 Beneath the Fuli Shrine佛狸祠下Mystery1.3M WordsOngoing Cen Lian was a junior-college general education teacher who did just enough to get by, and always thought he would keep coasting through life. Then a cheat ability fell into his lap: every criminal revealed their crimes in front of him. Driven by a simple sense of justice, Cen Lian began matching wits with criminals, both smart and stupid. He became a specially appointed consultant and, alongside a group of like-minded partners, embarked on a career solving criminal cases. 27.5kReads9.2Score1.7kShelves

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   A grassroots police officer acquires a god-level system, leaving criminals nowhere to hide! Still looking for a super-exciting crime thriller? This is a must-read! After five years as a police officer, Cen Lian was just coasting along at the grassroots level when a god-level system suddenly appeared. From then on, criminals were exposed in front of him, with text bubbles displaying the time and location of their crimes appearing above their heads. He, who once only wanted a peaceful life, was transformed into a "case-crushing machine." No matter how clever or how many times a criminal you are, once Cen Lian has your eye on you, you'll have to obediently submit to the law! There are no perfect crimes; in his eyes, criminals are riddled with flaws. Come and witness this exhilarating crime-solving adventure!

9. 9 异 Inquisition of Heresy 异端审问 Absurd World荒唐世界Urban451k WordsOngoing Synopsis Humanity has occupied the Northern Hemisphere for centuries. But an expedition into the unexplored Southern Hemisphere accidentally awakens a vampire clan that has slept for over a thousand years. The vampires want to conquer the world and possess supernatural powers, while ordinary humans are helpless to resist them. Under immense pressure, humanity develops a mysterious drug, giving rise to people with superhuman abilities. How will Chen Qifan, a young man burdened with the power o 1Reads8.9Score—Shelves

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   A post-apocalyptic urban novel where the protagonist is intelligent throughout; you'll want to read the next chapter after finishing the first one.

10. 10 大 Great Qin: From the Start, I Choose to Become the Champion Marquis 大秦：开局选择成为冠军侯 The Great Wall万里长城Historical378k WordsCompleted Transmigrate to the Great Qin dynasty. Choose your identity from the start? One: The First Emperor's trusted aide. Two: Champion Marquis. Three: Grand Censor. Su Ye: Champion Marquis. “Host chose option two. Received eight thousand White-Robed soldiers and five thousand Mo Dao troops.” Host, choose a faction. One: Ying Zheng. Two: Lü Buwei. Three: Lao Ai. Without a moment's hesitation, Su Ye chose Ying Zheng. As if! Who else would I choose besides my bro Zheng? “Host chose Ying Zheng's faction. 3.3kReads7.5Score224Shelves

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    Transmigrating to the Qin Dynasty and starting as the Marquis of Champion—this is an absolutely thrilling read! Transmigration enthusiasts, hurry up! Upon transmigrating to the Qin Dynasty, you're immediately faced with a crucial identity choice: a courtier of the First Emperor, the Marquis of Champion, or the Grand Censor? What would you choose? The protagonist, Su Ye, decisively chooses the Marquis of Champion, instantly gaining eight thousand white-robed soldiers and five thousand Mo Dao soldiers! But that's not all; next, he must choose between the camps of Ying Zheng, Lü Buwei, and Lao Ai. Su Ye unhesitatingly sides with Ying Zheng. As a result, he instantly gains the First Emperor's complete trust and even earns the title of "Supreme Grandmaster - Ling Donglai." In the world of Qin, watch Su Ye, with these god-like starts, rise to power and dominate the world. Experience the thrill and excitement of this super-exciting transmigration journey! Join us now to unlock this epic adventure!

11. 11 自 Surrender 自首 Glazed Luanhua琉璃栾华Mystery691k WordsCompleted (Now streaming on iQIYI. Starring Xu Weizhou, Guo Junchen, and Xiao Yan. A criminal police captain, played by Xu Weizhou, teams up with a psychologist, played by Guo Junchen, to solve cases and capture the monsters of the human heart. Mystery + deduction + psychologist + episodic cases + serial murders + high-IQ crimes + revenge plots + strange tales and records + best partners + light horror + suitable for the faint-hearted) “I killed someone.” A girl turns herself in, claiming that she killed 20.6kReads9.4Score2.9kShelves

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    75 Mind-bending cases! Watch as detectives and psychologists team up to catch the "monster"! Kids, the thrill is here! Here are 75 mind-bending cases for you to explore! A girl suddenly confesses, calmly stating, "I killed someone," but the body vanishes into thin air. A mysterious creature in an old house, a sinister smile at a fire scene, incoherent ramblings in a mental hospital… every clue is chilling! Detective Captain Ti An and psychologist Zhao Yao, this perfect duo, take you straight to the crime scene. Amidst suspense and mild fear, uncover the high-IQ criminal, explore the subtleties of human nature, and capture the "monster" hidden deep within the human heart. The truth is slowly being revealed—dare you come and find out?

12. 12 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—Score132Shelves

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    This is a modern suspenseful mystery series, with each case set against a social reality. It's a realistic story with a tight and fast-paced plot. Although it features two male leads, there's no romantic subplot; it's purely about brotherhood.

13. 13 破 Crime Solving: I Can Pick Up Memory Fragments 破案：我可以拾取记忆碎片 Traveler in the Mortal World红尘阡陌客Mystery1.1M WordsCompleted A small-town police officer transmigrates to a parallel world. From the start, in the interrogation room, he awakens a System that lets him pick up fragments of memory. From then on, he solves cases like a god... No female lead, no harem, crime-solving, transmigration. 4.6kReads8.5Score394Shelves

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    Transmigrated into a lowly police officer, he instantly becomes a crime-solving genius with the help of a system! Want to experience an incredibly satisfying crime-solving plot? This novel has you covered! No female lead, just hardcore crime-solving. The protagonist transmigrates to a parallel world as a lowly police officer, starting in the interrogation room and awakening a magical system that can collect fragments of memories, thus beginning his cheat-like crime-solving mode. From small cases at the police station to major cases in the serious crimes squad, the protagonist, with the help of the system, unravels the mysteries, leaving no room for the truth to hide. Every case is full of suspense and challenges, with a thrilling and exciting reasoning process that will definitely keep you entertained and prevent you from getting bored! Come and join the protagonist in uncovering the truth amidst intricate cases.

14. 14 诡 Ghostly Tales: The Guide Between Life and Death 诡谈：生死引路人 Lexuan, Who Loves to Play the Piano爱弹琴的乐轩Mystery126k WordsOngoing (Horror + suspense + supernatural + mind-bending + live-action game) This is an urban horror novel with no transmigration and no System. After Jia Wen uncovers his wife's long-hidden secret and the mystery buried deep within his own heart, his life is turned upside down, and he becomes a ghost hunter. While investigating a case involving missing ghosts, he and his senior, Zhong Chuqing, use her powerful spiritual detection abilities to identify the mastermind: Young Master Jie. After careful pla 6Reads—Score—Shelves

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    This book is fantastic! It's a thrilling, suspenseful, mind-bending mystery with ghost-hunting, game rules, and episodic stories...!!

15. 15 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

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    My roommate told me the author of "Confession" had a new book out, so I immediately came to check it out. It's definitely still the same old story—each case is not only logically clear but also reflects the deeper layers of human nature. After reading this author's book, other crime novels seem utterly insignificant. Guys, it's amazing!

16. 16 特 Special Forces: From the Start, I Get Kicked Out of a Helicopter 特种兵：开局被人踹下武直 Han Xiaoli寒小鲤Urban1.1M WordsCompleted Lu Feng transmigrates to a world of special forces. The moment he opens his eyes, someone kicks him off a military helicopter, leaving him dazed as he plummets through the sky! At the critical moment, he activates the System, and his first priority is to save his own life! He makes a name for himself at the International Reconnaissance Competition, takes on pirates and drug lords, and excels in major military exercises, rising step by step to become a god of the armed forces. As the nation's sha 664Reads5.7Score101Shelves

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    It looks pretty good.

17. 17 大 Great Han: I'm a Hundred-Year-Old General 大汉：我是百岁大将军 Ye Gu叶古Historical420k WordsCompleted System?! Li Mu’s five hundred cavalry?! Zhao Zilong of Changshan at seventy?! Zhang Liang, one of the Three Heroes of the early Han dynasty, had already lived past a hundred by the time Emperor Wu of Han ascended the throne. Just as he was about to die, another hundred-year-old Zhang Liang from a different world transmigrated into his body, setting him on the path to becoming an invincible great general. 108Reads6.3Score—Shelves
18. 18 下 Is It Quieter After the Rain? 下雨后是否更寂静 User26076746用户26076746Mystery123k WordsCompleted After the rain came endless helplessness. Late at night, notes of silence tapped against the tightly closed blinds as Wu Qian sank into quiet contemplation. “My friend's death has come back to haunt me like a ringing bell.” “Is this Wu Qian? It's Xiao Ling. We haven't been in touch for ages. I've been so busy with work lately. Are you free this weekend? Let's meet. There's something I need to tell you. Let's meet outside the Chongguang Huan Center!” Xiao Ling's soft, halting voice pierced Wu Qia 46Reads—Score—Shelves

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    A perfectly logical and intricate plot, featuring several bloody murders that are intricately linked and constantly twisting.

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