Novels like Special Cases Investigation Team
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- 51 Sunken Jade 沉钰 [Two Male Leads + Crime Investigation + Younger Male Lead] Cool, elite team captain Fang Yu X sharp-tongued puppy-like intern Qin Chen A carefully planned explosion, a conspiracy pursued for years, a chess game controlled by another. What will it take to make it through to dawn? 67Reads8.0Score—14d adds
- 52 How Long Must a Bullet Fly Before It Becomes a Dove? 子弹要飞多久才能变白鸽 Two equally matched powerhouses: top student vs. straight-A student; peacekeeping vs. criminal investigation; living under one roof + rekindled romance Ji Xiangyi has had a smooth life, and Jiang Zhuyu is the one hardship he can't escape. Jiang Zhuyu's life has been full of ups and downs, and Ji Xiangyi is the one sweetness he can hold on to. Both are the more vulnerable ones in this relationship. One fears his own heart; the other fears his body falling apart. After Ji Xiangyi leaves, Jiang Zhu 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 53 An Unexpected Surprise from My Best Bro 好兄弟给我的意外之喜. A Pleasant Surprise from My Good Buddy. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 54 The Killer's Notebook 追凶手抄 In the darkness, we struggle to feel our way toward what true justice is. When blood and poetry intertwine above Huaian, sending waves of mournful cries across the city, are you still wearing a mask as you stand before me? Schemes and calculations form a fine, tangled web. Trapped within it, where can we turn? The truth is like the sun hidden behind storm clouds that day, impossible to see clearly. But Qu Xiaoyang still believes that the darkest night is always the prelude to dawn. 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 55 Breakup on Hold, Solving the Case Comes First 分手暂停，破案要紧 [Complete] [Two male leads + both devoted to each other + suspense + sweet everyday romance + down-to-earth, brainy characters (though they might just be lovestruck)] Also known as We Broke Up, and Half of One of Us Lost Their Memory, and Even After Losing My Memory, I Fell in Love with the Same Person at First Sight. Cheng Yun is a medical student who switched paths halfway through. He's highly intelligent, handsome, and comes from a good family. Lin Yan studied law but makes a living solving c 1.1kReads8.3Score22514d adds
- 56 Heart Island in the Dark of Night 暗夜心屿 When the North Star of criminal psychology shines upon the blazing sun of frontline investigations. Gu Qingyan is a criminal psychology expert specially hired by the police. Rational and aloof, he excels at reading people. His world is built on logic and data, precise as a machine. Lu Lin is the captain of the criminal investigation squad. Swift, decisive, and sharp, he is a blazing fire who stands as a shield to protect the peace of his community. When they first meet, Lu sees Gu’s calm analysi 1.8kReads8.7Score28614d adds
- 57 Criminal Investigation: Consultant Shao Let the Wolf Into His House 刑侦：邵顾问他引狼入室了 Lin Yu was handsome and well put together. Everyone thought he had a bright future ahead, with success in both his career and love life just around the corner. Then, out of nowhere, he broke up with his girlfriend and was assigned to a tiny department most people might not even remember existed. H.A.D. The Harassment Assessment Department. While everyone else sighed over his misfortune, Lin Yu alone stayed upbeat and got on with his work. “Captain Lin, your girlfriend was so beautiful. Why did y 388Reads8.3Score—14d adds
- 58 The Ten Commandments: A Criminal Investigation Archive 十戒：刑侦档案 [Two Male Leads + Mystery and Deduction + Case-of-the-Week + Strong Teamwork + Rivals + Healing] Country T is a place full of exotic charm. Jiang Qingye had been roaming the world with his “master” since he was nine, and by the age of twenty, he had become a famous local detective. To crack cases and uncover the truth, he put himself in the middle of the action. He never expected he had been caught up in the case all along. The top cop at the Criminal Investigation Bureau vs. the star detecti 69Reads—Score—14d adds
- 59 Special Incident Investigation Bureau 特殊事件调查处 Yu Qinglin, an Air Force colonel from a wealthy family; Wu Hongxuan, a director who can take a life with one glance and save one with the next; Wei Liran, born into a mysterious family; and Wanqi Qingxia, a beautiful and brilliant student… When this group gathers at the Special Events Investigation Office, one bizarre case after another follows. Why do the bones inside a living person vanish in an instant? Why do strange corpses appear out of thin air? What is the truth behind it all? 33Reads6.4Score—14d adds
- 60 The Dawn Investigation Unit 黎明探案组 [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 59Reads—Score—14d adds
- 61 Criminal Investigation 刑侦探案 The veteran detective from the criminal investigation department had barely appeared when he stumbled upon a murder case. A family massacre plunged the entire city into gloom. Why were horrific crimes happening so often in this peaceful city? Where did the darkness in people’s hearts come from? As You Jia found a few clues amid one bloody case after another, he was thrust into a so-called death game. The game... had begun… 56Reads5.8Score—14d adds
- 62 Reduced to Ashes 殆烬 Dual male leads + powerful pairing + criminal investigation and anti-drug operations + HE Devoted, protective pursuer + wounded, wily recipient The Deep Dive operation failed years ago, and the entire team was killed. All the evidence pointed to the same person: the undercover agent “Ling” had betrayed them. Jiang Shi spent three years hunting the “traitor,” only to discover that the person he had been chasing was the one who had willingly died for him back then. “I understand that you hate me.. 1.3kReads—Score21614d adds
- 63 Has the Little Boss of Team Lu Solved a Case Today? 陆队家的小祖宗今天破案了嘛 [The Ice-Cold Captain vs. The Genius Rookie, Daily Life Babysitting on the Criminal Investigation Squad and Heart-Pounding Cases] Lu Chen is the ace of the city bureau's criminal investigation division. Born into a prominent family and exceptionally capable, he has no patience for the slightest mistake. A new intern, Jiang Yu, has just arrived at the bureau. Word is that the director personally pulled strings to get him in. Lu Chen furrows his brow and lays down the law, impartial and stern: "Yo 1.2kReads6.8Score13114d adds
- 64 I Was Mistaken for a Suspect from the Start, Then Stole the Show 开局被当嫌疑犯后我carry全场 When Song Lizi was very young, he fell gravely ill. That illness gave him the ability to communicate with ghosts and monsters. Years later, he met Shen Wen, a stoic, useless man, and joined Team Zero. Together, they solved a series of bizarre cases, including a cling-film murder, a body dumped from a high-rise, foul-smelling tap water, and human-flesh buns. Gradually, the two became more and more entangled. Excerpt One “When I was very young, I fell seriously ill. I was almost dead.” “My grandmo 194Reads6.1Score—14d adds
- 65 The Frontline Forensic Files 一线法医密档 The sweet and charming forensic doctor Lu Lu has held a grudge against detective Mo Lin ever since a misunderstanding following her brother's accidental death years ago. The two join forces to solve cases, yet an uncrossable emotional divide always remains between them. A corpse is blown out of an abandoned school building; a mysterious doctor has married and lost three wives; an evil man murders his wife and dismembers her. The truth behind it all is waiting for them to uncover... 139Reads6.8Score—14d adds
- 66 Lin Xia, Does This Look Like the Killer to You? 林夏，你看这个像不像凶手 Ever since her father died, Lin Xia has gone down the “wrong path.” That’s not what Lin Xia thinks, but what all her aunts and uncles think. The reason is that she didn’t fulfill her father’s dying wish and quietly marry, support her husband, and raise children. Instead, she chose a path of no return... —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 67 From Surviving in the Shadows to Seeking the Truth in the Light 从灰色地带的谋生到阳光下的探寻 Introduction: >I make a living designing perfect alibis for criminals, until a murder takes place in the building across the street. >When the police storm my home, the surveillance footage shows “me” coming and going from the victim’s room repeatedly around the time of the murder. >I recognize the killer’s method as an exact copy of the plan I designed for a client, except the timing has been carefully altered. >During the investigation, a rookie policewoman suddenly points her gun at me. “The —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 68 Shocking! Captain by Day, Lover by Night 震惊！白天当队长，晚上是爱人 [Happy ending + equally matched leads + detective work + sweetness + suspense + romance + devoted couple + no female lead] The head of the detective team and a fresh-faced newcomer join forces to solve cases and boldly venture across the world. Want to know what happens next? Come and read! Recently, a missing-person case has sparked heated discussion, with one mystery after another surrounding it. Just then, newcomer Qiu Jing reports for duty. After a moment’s thought, Chu Qingyu brings the roo 130Reads—Score—14d adds
- 69 The Days I Spent Solving Cases in Ancient Times 在古代探案的日子 [A devoted, super-sweet romance; no misunderstandings, just solving cases] Modern forensic pathologist Shen Xian'an transmigrated to Beiyang and was doing just fine as a low-ranking county magistrate. She spent her days solving old unsolved cases, collecting her monthly salary, and enjoying a little wine. Life was comfortable and easy. Then one day, an imperial edict suddenly summoned her back to the capital, where she was ordered to investigate the Crown Prince's murder alongside the Third Prin 230Reads6.2Score—14d adds
- 70 Sins in the Sun 2: Dangerous Liaisons 阳光下的罪迹2：危险关系 A strange necklace links several cases that seem to have nothing to do with one another. A mysterious criminal organization has been lurking for years. Who is the mastermind behind the crimes? 97Reads—Score—14d adds
- 71 As a Court Investigator, Is It Really So Strange to Flirt with an Opera Star? 身为少卿，撩个花旦很正常吧 251Reads8.9Score10114d adds
- 72 Haicheng Criminal Investigation Division 海城刑事犯罪调查科 [The second book, "Haicheng Criminal Investigation Unit II", is complete. Synopsis: [Crime investigation + two male leads + mystery solving + multiple personalities + multiple couples + power couple + undercover agent + ensemble cast] The west athletic field at Haicheng University has always been a paradise for sports enthusiasts. One day, the sight of a hideously disfigured corpse hanging above the podium shattered the usual 113Reads—Score—14d adds
- 73 When a Transmigrated Little Ghost Detective Meets a Two-Faced Prince 当穿书小诡探遇上双面王爷之后 [I dug a hole and never filled it. Serves me right for having to fill it myself.] [Two male leads + transmigrate into a book + solving cases + two-faced prince + political intrigue] A wisp of green smoke rises, and every injustice in the world is brought to an end. A mere novelist dares to leave plot holes unfilled, slacks off whenever the story reaches an important part, and even ignores readers begging for updates. Well, look what happened: for some reason, he transmigrated into his own unfini 55Reads8.6Score—14d adds
- 74 Tangchuan Police Station: Original Sin 塘川警局之原罪 At every moment, when people interact and clash, they commit evil and nurture darkness. You can’t stop people from committing crimes. Two years ago, after his girlfriend died by suicide, Su Liang resolved to help more people. Two years later, a case brought him together with Liao Chengshan. Liao Chengshan falls in love at first sight with the boy who has a story to tell, and is lucky enough to become his protector. He tries to understand the boy and find his way into his heart. “I couldn’t save 25Reads6.4Score—14d adds
- 75 Consultant Jiang Is So Heartless 江顾问心好狠 [Unpredictable Crime Squad Captain vs. Cunning, Mysterious Heir] [Two Male Leads + Suspense + Mystery + Supernatural + Secret Identities + No Female Lead + Pure Romance + Alternate Universe] While Jiang Su was studying abroad, great upheavals took place in Guining City. It all began with a bizarre death tied to a family’s honor, a case that also implicated the death of a veteran police captain. Jiang Su was ordered to return to Guining City, while Chen Huai, the late captain’s son, was determine 268Reads—Score—14d adds
- 76 Criminal Investigation: Has Captain Lin Encountered a Murder Case Today? 刑侦：林队今天遇到凶案了吗？ Two male leads, two male leads, two male leads. Important things are said three times. Lin Yuan, captain of the criminal investigation unit, meets Gu Hong, sent from headquarters, during a case involving a body hidden in a basement. Together, they work their way through one case after another. Lin Yuan: “Good grief! What are you two doing, being all lovey-dovey? Are you Hannibal?” Gu Hong: “Are you the Grim Reaper? Why do people keep dying one after another?” Lin Yuan: “…” 13Reads8.7Score—14d adds
- 77 Dawn Task Force 破晓专案组 (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.) 688Reads—Score13314d adds
- 78 Yearning for Tomorrow 憧明 Yi Qing is the son of a murder victim from a case ten years ago. A decade later, after graduating from the police academy, he joins the Lin City Criminal Investigation Unit. Lu Yuanfeng, an intern who took part in the investigation ten years ago, is now the unit's captain. He has spent the past decade pursuing the case, facing countless obstacles along the way while uncovering some of the truth. As the two delve deeper into the investigation, more and more evidence and suspects come to light, re 139Reads8.7Score—14d adds
- 79 Twin Crimes 罪案双生 [One-on-one, devoted couple, two male leads + criminal investigation and case-solving + sweet romance + contrasting personalities + multiple couples] The chief forensic doctor at an A City Public Security Bureau branch suddenly retires. On his first day at the scene, his prized apprentice arrives late after being parachuted into the job, leading Lu Yan, a criminal investigation squad leader, to assume he's all looks and connections. Only after seeing his exceptional powers of observation and eff 202Reads—Score—14d adds
- 80 The Mastermind: CH Major Crimes 幕后真凶之CH重案 The “CH” case from more than twenty years ago left behind countless unanswered questions. Undercover police officer Chu Jianghe vanished, and every last batch of CH compounds disappeared. Fortunately, Ding Qiao, son of Professor Ding Kezhi, who developed “CH” back then, was arrested after fleeing overseas for twenty years. The vital “CH3” compound was also escorted back to China with him. Now, beneath the seemingly calm surface of Haizhou, dark currents are stirring. The death of a superstar inf 288Reads8.0Score12914d adds
- 81 The Ultimate Manhunt 绝地追凶 A contemporary criminal investigation mystery, full of unexpected twists and deductive case-solving. Feel free to dive in. The story will never go on hiatus. Entirely original, with a deliberate pace. Take your time and follow the investigation. Pay attention to the casual remarks and gestures of certain people. 15Reads—Score—14d adds
- 82 Strange Case Files of the Yin-Yang Bureau 阴阳司诡案实录 [No female lead + two male leads] [Mystery-solving + suspense and the supernatural] [Urban setting + catching criminals and hunting ghosts] [Fast-paced plot] There is a Bureau of Yin and Yang in this world. It solves cases among the living and seeks justice for the dead. Not only can it handle cases beyond the reach of ordinary people, it can also uncover the secrets and connections between the worlds of yin and yang. Whether it's a murder among the living or a grievance among the dead, the Bur 125Reads—Score—14d adds
- 83 The Sins of Human Nature 人性之罪恶 [Crime Investigation / Two Male Leads] [He Li / Lian Xiao, devoted to each other, both inexperienced] Lovers join forces to uncover the truth behind the cases. Human nature is ugly in its selfishness, hypocrisy, and greed. People always put themselves first, disregarding the feelings and interests of others, and stop at nothing to get what they want, even murder and arson... 398Reads—Score10014d adds
- 84 I Set Out to Find the Real Killer, but Ended Up with a Husband 本想查真凶，却找了个老公 [Dual Male Leads + Love and Hate + Devoted to Each Other + Traditional Wuxia] A cold, sharp-tongued, socially awkward top vs. an innocent, passionate genius bottom The renowned hero Jin was murdered. Xue Yong was the only witness at the scene, and the only suspect. “What? You say Su Buting was the killer?! I think the two of you did it together!” With no way to clear their names, the two beat each other senseless while investigating the truth behind the victim's death… 6Reads—Score—14d adds
- 85 The Court Judge Only Wants to Solve Cases 大理寺卿只想办案 A strange weaving workshop, a heap of mangled flesh, a blood-red lotus that strikes fear into the heart... The emperor summons Yang Yi, heir to the Loyal and Valiant Marquis, to the capital overnight and appoints him Minister of the Court of Judicial Review. Word around town has it that the newly appointed minister is graceful and refined, handsome and charming, a rare and noble gentleman! Just one distant glimpse of him can cleanse the body and spirit and lead one straight to ascension. Thos 536Reads8.4Score—14d adds
- 86 So What If I’m Socially Awkward? Come Sit for a Portrait 社恐又如何，出来画像 [Mystery + two male leads + childhood friends] A case, an invitation, an investigation, a truth. Two childhood friends went their separate ways over an incident. Ten years later, another incident brought them together again. To uncover the truth behind a case, Tang Shi dragged Song Ci in to help without a word. The socially anxious Song Ci couldn't fight him off, so he swore at him instead. Having grown up with Song Ci and hearing him curse for the first time, Tang Shi was intrigued: “How about 140Reads—Score1714d adds
- 87 Hunting Killers in the Forbidden Zone: Unsolved Murders and the Secret Network of the Dark City 禁区追凶：连环绝案，暗城秘网 Surviving witnesses from an old case are dying one after another under mysterious circumstances. The unsolved case grows more tangled by the day, and every clue points toward a web of hidden interests, deeply entrenched in the heart of the city. One man breaks free of rigid procedures and trusts only the smallest truths at the scene. The other holds fast to the law and refuses to compromise with the forces of darkness. The two male leads stand shoulder to shoulder, pushing forward against the 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 88 The Heart of the Hunt 猎罪之心动 Using the characters from Under the Skin as inspiration, this story imagines Shen Yi’s past without repeating the original plot. He and Du Cheng join forces to seek the truth in a tense and dangerous investigation full of unanswered questions. Along the way, they both slowly begin to realize how they feel about each other. One ends the turmoil of falling in love alone and bravely lays his feelings bare! 176Reads8.2Score—14d adds
- 89 One Half 一半 A romance born from a case. No one expected there to be this kind of connection between them. 81Reads6.6Score—14d adds
- 90 The Truth That Cannot Speak 不会说话的真相 A crime thriller with two male leads Police captain Qin Nian x forensic pathologist Qi He Freud said, “Human beings have two fundamental instincts: the instinct to survive and grow, and the instinct to destroy and kill.” Good and evil struggle within the human heart, and the crime scenes we face are the result of that struggle. A blade slices through, revealing the secrets hidden in a corpse. “Uncover what lies beneath appearances, trace how events unfolded, restore the truth, and uphold justice 1.9kReads8.7Score26414d adds
- 91 In Search of Silk 寻丝 A criminal psychology consultant suddenly arrives at the Hankyung City Branch. Su Shang writes a six-character rejection: “This person has a bad personality.” Director He: “And yours is good? Go ask your subordinates!” That night, the more Su Shang thought about it, the more he felt he must have lost his mind. An unrequited crush didn't mean he had to do something so pathetic. Ji Wangchuan: “I don't know what counts as handsome, but to him, Su Shang looks decent.” Su Shang: “I don't remember cle 1.1kReads8.9Score14414d adds
- 92 Unwarranted Guilt 罪无妄 *Zhou Wang × Wu Fangbo Obsessive novelist × captain of the criminal investigation squad A screw-up with a death wish who could keel over at any moment, the bottom × a big, loyal dog of a veteran cadre, an unstoppable workaholic who never backs down from a fight, the top That wasn’t the dawn. It was a shackle grown in hell. A speechmaker who fell and died, a corpse rotting in the sea. Look up at the sky: is the weather really fair and clear? A novelist socially ostracized, a mastermind watching 1.1kReads8.9Score22414d adds
- 93 The Black Rose of the Major Crimes Unit 重案组之黑玫瑰 My new novel, Nightwalkers: Who Killed Him?, is now online! It's another criminal investigation story, so if you're interested, come check it out! Some wounds look minor, which makes them all the more serious; they're almost impossible to notice, which makes them more dangerous; they seem imaginary, which makes them even more persistent. These wounds leave a sorrowful scar in the heart, a bitter taste that we can't shake off for a long time. * A detective and a forensic doctor join forces, pains 320Reads8.7Score—14d adds
- 94 Flowers Bloom from Withered Bones 枯骨会生花 [Detective vs. Forensic Doctor: A Powerful Duo] A murder takes place in Yi'an City, and the Municipal Public Security Bureau forms the "611 Task Force" to investigate. Shen Yubai, a prickly, proud, and fiercely self-respecting head of the criminal investigation team, joins forces with Pei Yanche, a specially appointed forensic doctor who seems cold on the outside but is warm within and has a serious double standard. Together, they gather evidence and solve cases. Their growing rapport and mutua 218Reads6.7Score—14d adds
- 95 Hey! There's No Case We Two Can't Crack! 嘿！还有我俩破不了的案！ A calm, reserved forensic doctor VS an efficient, decisive, outgoing detective Two male leads + sweet romance + deduction + suspense + love + action + crime investigation + case-solving Come along into a world filled with suspense, romance, and insight. Amid the gripping, thrilling plot, experience the brilliance and warmth of human nature. Every case is twisty, bizarre, and full of surprises, keeping you hooked. Come uncover the secrets hidden deep within the city! 22Reads—Score—14d adds
- 96 The Chinatown Case Files 唐人街探案实集 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 97 Crime Investigation Series: The Mystery of Death 刑侦单元系列之死亡谜团 This is a battle of wits between detectives and criminals! Qin Huaizhi, captain of the city's criminal investigation squad, leads a group of officers alongside young forensic doctor Zhu Pingting to solve cases and win justice for the dead. Will righteousness prevail, or will evil triumph? Join us in this book to find out! 921Reads—Score—14d adds
- 98 Calculated Schemes 蓄意谋算 [Two male leads + criminal investigation + 1v1 + equally matched and devoted couple + sweet romance + happy ending] (I know I'm terrible at titles, cheesy puns, and blurbs, so I'll say it myself first.) After Jiang Yi suddenly disappeared just before the college entrance exams, Shen Xuyan never stopped looking for him. He gave up the major he'd originally planned to pursue and chose to enroll at the Public Security University instead. After graduating, he became a criminal investigator and volun 1.2kReads8.7Score16914d adds
- 99 A High-IQ Crime? My Mental Hospital Is Full Of... 高智商犯罪？我的精神病院全是 [Linked Cases + Brain-Teasing Deduction + No Female Lead + High-IQ Crime + Mentally Unstable] "Director Shen, have they put a chip in you?" "They scanned me yesterday. They didn't find one." "Don't trust their scans. The real chips are nanoscale, and you breathe them in. One breath, and you're infected." This is my everyday work. My name is Shen Yan, the youngest director at Ankang Hospital of the Municipal Public Security Bureau. Sixty-three psychiatric patients are held here, and one-third of 8Reads—Score16314d adds
- 100 The Two Heroes of the Jing Dynasty Crack a Strange Case 景朝双杰破奇案 (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? 102Reads6.3Score10514d adds
