Novels like Terror in the Forbidden Zone of Hoh Xil
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- 1 The Theory of Wilderness Evolution 荒野进化论 [Wilderness Survival]+ [Genetic Modification]+ [No Female Lead]+ [Constant Challenges]+ [System Barely Makes an Appearance] Lin Yue is strong on theory and has no practical experience. He can recite Chapter Three of the U.S. Army Survival Manual, but failed three times the first time he tried to start a fire outdoors. Then he was struck by lightning. When he woke up, a strange mark had appeared on his wrist, and a panel had appeared in his mind. It said that his genes contained ten locks that ne 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 2 Exploring Tales of the Strange 探秘异闻录 A mysterious notebook left behind by my grandfather! It records a strange tale from the past! Fifty years ago, my grandfather went with his unit into a remote, uninhabited region of Tibet to explore an unknown civilization. He endured blizzards and devastating avalanches, and witnessed a group of Germans vanish... But why did his teammates betray him? Why did his comrades become headless walking corpses? Was it a lingering curse, or the inescapable end fate had in store? 118Reads—Score—14d adds
- 3 Secrets of Antarctica 南极秘事 Geological activity on Earth has grown increasingly frequent in the twenty-first century, causing disasters in many places. As the earth shifts, long-buried history is brought back to the surface. Antarctica is a universally recognized no-go zone for humans. Yet an expedition by a secret private survey team made a discovery that would change history. As the story continued to unfold, it revealed a lost civilization unknown to the world. 251Reads6.5Score—14d adds
- 4 Wilderness Livestream: The Beloved Heiress’s Image Comes Crashing Down 荒野直播：团宠千金她人设崩了 [Sweet on the outside, wild at heart, a secret-identity powerhouse heroine] VS [Cold on the outside, secretly in love until it comes true, the male lead] Ridiculously over-the-top and brainless, the ultimate brainless power fantasy!!! Ye Jinluo is an utterly ordinary “sweet girl” who has just been reunited with the Ye family, a top medical dynasty. Her eldest brother, a leading figure in medicine; her second brother, the richest man in the country; her third brother, a top racing driver; and her 22Reads—Score—14d adds
- 5 God of Food on the Aotai Trail: From the Start, I Livestreamed Saving a Top-Tier Star 鳌太线食神，开局直播救下顶流 [Aotai Trail] + [Multiple Female Leads] + [The Whole Internet in Tears] When rising top-tier star Lin Weiwei gets trapped in a blizzard on the Aotai Trail and is near death after trying to cultivate an image, a delicious aroma drifts into her tent. She crawls out and sees a man in the hellish snowstorm tossing fish-fragrant shredded pork in an iron wok while ranting to his phone: “Some ‘brave souls’ buy a down jacket and think they can risk their lives out here? Did they donate their brains to t 301Reads5.9Score—14d adds
- 6 A Collection of Folk Mystery Stories 民间悬疑故事集合 A collection of folk mystery stories. On a stormy night, rows of lanterns swayed and glimmered along the mountain road outside Gujia Village, while villagers clutching torches wore worry plainly on their faces. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 7 She Made My Clothes from a Shroud 她用裹尸布为我裁衣 She Made My Clothes from a Shroud —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 8 The Red Silk Leads Lost Souls Across 红绫渡亡魂 The Red Silk Sash Guides the Dead —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 9 The Mind Reader's Deadly Game 读心术师的致命游戏 The Mind Reader's Deadly Game 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 10 The Mystery of the Deep Well 深井迷局 The Mystery of the Deep Well —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 11 A Real Midnight Murder Bell Version (II) 一个真实的午夜凶铃版（二） The protagonist is once again drawn into a bizarre case involving a ringing telephone. Every night at midnight, the phone rings right on time, and each time he answers, he experiences a different kind of horror. He begins to wonder whether it all has something to do with the legendary cursed videotape. He tries to find clues and uncover the truth behind the ringing, only to discover that things are far more complicated than he imagined. —Reads7.7Score—14d adds
- 12 30 Degrees North: The Curse of Jielingchong 北纬30度：界岭冲之咒 Paranormal mystery + exploration + survival + wild imagination + no romance Near 30 degrees north latitude on Earth, there are many mysterious places that humans have yet to fully explore. The Jielingchong Primeval Forest is one of them. Surrounded by towering mountains, the forest is shrouded in dense fog all year round. Its terrain is complex and ever-changing, and it is full of unknown dangers. The forest holds the remains of ancient and extraterrestrial civilizations. These ruins may contain 385Reads—Score—14d adds
- 13 The Corpse in the Cave Pool Can Kill 洞穴深潭里的尸体会杀人 The Corpse in the Cave Pool Can Kill 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 14 Possessed by a Vengeful Spirit: Who Peeled Off My Face? 冤魂附体·谁剥了我的脸皮？ Possessed by a Vengeful Ghost: Who Peeled Off My Face? 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 15 The Bronze Coffin Seals the Soul: The Yin Corpse 铜棺封魂·阴尸 The Bronze Coffin Seals the Soul: The Yin Corpse 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 16 The Eerie Portrait at the Wake 守灵夜的诡异遗像 The Eerie Portrait at the Wake 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 17 The Haunted House of Resentment: A Bizarre Murder Case 怨气凶宅·诡异的凶杀案 The Haunted House of Resentful Spirits: A Bizarre Murder 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 18 Seeking My Grandfather with Kunlun’s Secret Talisman 昆仑秘符寻祖父 Carrying his ancestral compass, Yang Wenhua ventures deep into the treacherous Kunlun Mountains to investigate his grandfather's disappearance, where he encounters a blood corpse in a deadly cave. He feeds blood to a talisman, triggering a secret passage. The man-eating menace beneath a sealed divine palace and the truth about his bloodline are about to be revealed... 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 19 Qinghai Secrets: The Hidden Heavenly Pearl 青海密码：天珠密藏 Legend has it that when Princess Wencheng entered Tibet, she passed Mount Riyue and gazed toward Chang'an, weeping bitterly. Unable to bear her suffering, her maid took her place on the journey. Princess Wencheng held the celestial pearl bestowed on her by the Tang emperor and hid it in the land by the Western Sea. There, she opened the door to a secret trove and found countless treasures of gold and silver. An archaeological expedition heads to the Western Sea to find Princess Wencheng and unco 207Reads6.6Score—14d adds
- 20 The Heaven-Stealing Thief 偷天贼 Medicinal herbs and exotic beasts hidden deep in the mountains, extraordinary people living quietly among ordinary folk, an inherited case of incurable hypothermia, secrets concealed for generations, Japanese operatives embedded in China, and old-school martial artists who believe that the most righteous men are often roughnecks. When I was thirteen, I stumbled upon a strange book in the old library in my village. Ten years later, I was forced into one deadly expedition after another, and a coll 2.4kReads8.4Score24314d adds
- 21 The Shennongjia Classified Files 神农架密档 A mysterious video intercepted from overseas shows a crystal coffin. Inside lies the corpse of a wild man. Experts identify the body as the legendary Shennong. The coffin is secretly hidden somewhere in Shennongjia. A special-abilities squad with a T-series designation ventures deep into Shennongjia, where they fight a life-or-death battle against evil forces, one that will determine the future course of humanity! 64Reads6.5Score—14d adds
- 22 Master of Secret Realm Exploration 秘境探险大师 Ever since I chose the profession of “Secret Realm Explorer,” my life has undergone a tremendous change. I always manage to snatch the treasures everyone else is scrambling for right under my fellow explorers’ noses. I keep bringing back strange artifacts that astonish the entire world. And I always rise above everyone else to become the brightest star. 24Reads—Score—14d adds
- 23 Paranormal Musings: My Life as a Yin-Yang Master 灵异闲谈我的阴阳先生生涯 When my mother was pregnant with me, she was haunted by a vicious ghost. Because of that, I was born with Yin-Yang Eyes. My master took me under his wing, and I embarked on the path of a Yin-Yang practitioner. With my master possibly being the head of the villains, and the person I love beyond my reach, what am I supposed to do...? 207Reads—Score—14d adds
- 24 Everyone Farms: Our Country Tops the Rankings in the Survival Game 全民种田：国家霸榜求生游戏 [Farming + no romance + survival + game + food + a touch of ensemble cast] In the tenth year of the apocalypse on Blue Star, a planet hurtles into it. That day, everyone gets to meet their great-great-grandmother... No, actually, everyone enters a farming game. Wen Liang survived ten years of the apocalypse and awakened a plant-growing ability. The government has kept her under its protection as she cultivates green food. After entering the farming game, her ability seems to give her a few extra 10Reads—Score—14d adds
- 25 I Was Resurrected in Ailao Mountain 我在哀牢山复活 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 26 Crimson Tide Shadows: A Global Mystery 赤潮暗影：环球秘踪 In the year 1968 of the Eastern Calendar, a sudden political storm plunged Li Wei, a gifted young physicist, into the depths of despair. A paper exploring the diverse development of science and art became evidence of his supposed "ideological heresy." Under suffocating pressure, he finds help from Zhang Mei, a mysterious woman of sharp intelligence and bold resolve. Joined by two companions who also yearn for freedom, Xiao Yu, a walking encyclopedia, and Wang Hao, a courageous and loyal fighter, —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 27 Northeastern Tales of the Strange 东北怪谈 Everyone says the countryside in Northeast China is full of bad things, and that's absolutely true. I'll share stories from my own experiences and those of others, so interested readers can have a look. 4Reads—Score114d adds
- 28 A Real Midnight Ring Version (Part One) 一个真实的午夜凶铃版（一） The story revolves around a mysterious telephone ringing. Every night at midnight, the phone rings right on time, and whoever answers is beset by all kinds of eerie, terrifying events. These incidents are not only horrifying, but gradually reveal a shocking secret. 1Reads8.2Score—14d adds
- 29 Midnight Ring: Sadako Is Spoiled by a Rugged Man 午夜凶铃：我是贞子之被糙汉强宠 [Horror icon Sadako × handsome, rugged country boy] Hi, everyone. I'm Sadako, a female ghost. Something embarrassing happened during my first job as a ghost, when I was full of confidence. A little accident meant I failed to scare anyone! And the human in question was a total heartthrob, so handsome I nearly fainted. Not only did I fail to scare him, I also lost my supernatural powers and broke his TV. I think he's going to kill me. Just when I thought my life as a ghost was about to end, he tol —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 30 My Late Grandmother Came Back to Life Before Her Burial 去世的奶奶下葬前活过来了 Grandma came back to life before her burial. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 31 A “Friend” Takes Me on a Tour of the Underworld “朋友”带我逛阴间 A “friend” takes me on a tour of the underworld. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 32 Meeting the Late Grandma Wang by the Riverbank 河滩遇见去世的王奶奶 I met the late Granny Wang by the riverbank. 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 33 Stories About Dog Spirits 那些与狗精有关的故事 Stories about dog spirits. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 34 I Witnessed a “Ghost Possession” at a Funeral 葬礼上，亲历“鬼上身” I witnessed “spirit possession” at a funeral. —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 35 300 Volumes of Supernatural Mysteries 灵异惊案300册 Every chapter features a supernatural tale, and each one is rich with meaning. This book tells a series of bizarre and terrifying stories from a unique perspective. From mysterious old mansions to abandoned hospitals, every setting is filled with fear of the unknown. The protagonist travels through these eerie places, contending with evil spirits and vengeful ghosts while searching for the truth hidden behind them. With delicate prose, the author creates a chilling atmosphere that makes you feel 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 36 Awakening from Ten Dreams 十梦醒 When the soul begins to soar, give the body a funeral rite. The smile in the portrait hides a truth you'll never uncover unless you read to the very end... A good book held back by its author... —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 37 Grandma Is the Cat-Faced Old Woman 奶奶是猫脸老太 Grandma Is the Cat-Faced Old Woman 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 38 The Village That Vanished Overnight in the Qinling Mountains, Shaanxi, 1987 1987年陕西秦岭一夜消失的村庄 A village in the Qinling Mountains of Shaanxi vanished overnight in 1987 —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 39 The 749 Bureau’s Qinling Mountain Villa Demolition Incident 749局秦岭山别墅拆迁事件 The 749 Bureau's Qinling Mountain Villa Demolition Incident 23Reads—Score—14d adds
- 40 Beneath Fuxian Lake 抚仙湖底 Beneath Fuxian Lake 5Reads—Score—14d adds
- 41 A Freak Accident Connects Hacker King Lei from 2026 to Lunar Streamer Xue Yu in 2072 来自2026黑客王磊一次意外连上了2072月球主播薛宇 In 2026, hacker Wang Lei accidentally connected with Xue Yu, a moon-based streamer from 2072. 3Reads—Score—14d adds
- 42 The Guide to the Answer 答案引路人 Two strong leads, an ensemble cast, and standalone stories. Mysterious folk customs, supernatural exploration, a touch of horror and light comedy: easygoing, never oppressive. After losing her job, Jian Moli planned to travel and clear her head. Somehow, the trip gradually turned into a fight for her life~ No rebirth, no System, no romance. I did consider adding romance, but maybe the author has kept their heart closed for too long and can’t write it. So, that’s that~ A light novel by an easy 11Reads—Score—14d adds
- 43 Seventeen Deadly Trials 致命十七关 A suspenseful adventure with an all-female cast Main couple: She seems like an innocent, clueless kitten, but secretly loves that she understands more than anyone else, while the other seems cold and aloof, but is actually incredibly shy and blushes easily. Side couple: She seems bold and strong, but cries in her girlfriend’s arms in private, while the other seems like a sweet, gentle angel in white, but is ruthless and decisive, never hesitating. Forced into a secret passage, the four women 1Reads—Score—14d adds
- 44 Streamer Li Yu Explores the World's Ten Greatest Adventure Sites 主播李宇探索世界十大探险圣地 Outdoor streamer Li Yu hits a low point in his career and sets out to challenge himself by exploring the world’s ten greatest adventure destinations. The story is divided into ten volumes. Volume One: Meili Snow Mountain, China. (This story is entirely fictional. Any resemblance to real people or events is purely coincidental.) 2Reads—Score—14d adds
- 45 Ghost Market of the Underworld 阴间鬼市 The Ghost Market of the Underworld —Reads—Score—14d adds
- 46 Listening to Dashua Tell Terrifying Ghost Stories 听大耍讲恐怖鬼故事 [Horror + supernatural + folk tales + stories submitted by readers + plainspoken prose + episodic stories + based on real events] Note: The stories above are adapted from material the author gathered from various sources. All character names are pseudonyms. Believe in science and reject superstition. These stories are for entertainment only. Do not take them seriously!!! 437Reads—Score11714d adds
- 47 The Explorer 探险家 A quarrel one night five years ago was followed by the disappearance of an archaeological team of dozens, who vanished without a trace. Five years later, a photograph marked with a time and place suddenly surfaced. Two members of the team, who had been leading the expedition, appeared in the Kunlun Mountains. What secrets lay behind it all? The mysterious phoenix-snake pillar, the last Lop Nur native in the desert: was it the property of the Queen Mother of the West, or the key that opened the g 101Reads—Score—14d adds
- 48 Deserted Island Survival: I'm the Fishpond Master by the Sea 荒岛求生：我在海边当鱼塘主 My new work is out! You're welcome to read it on Tomato Novel. I hope you enjoy it. Your support motivates me to write, and I'll do my best to tell every story well! 12Reads—Score—14d adds
- 49 The Crematorium Dormitory on Ghost Festival Night 七月半之焚尸寝 [On the fifteenth night of the seventh month, don’t open the door to Room 404 without good reason.] At Qing Teng University, a strange taboo surrounds the old, dilapidated Room 404 dormitory on the fifteenth night of the seventh month. On Ghost Festival, the bold Su Yao leads her roommates in a “spirit-summoning game,” awakening a slumbering grudge. A faint smell of burning becomes the beginning of a nightmare they can never escape. Lin Wan is the first to notice that something is wrong: a cha 4Reads—Score—14d adds
- 50 Primeval Forest: Surviving in the Wilderness of the Dinosaur Age 原始森林：我在恐龙时代荒野求生 What do men love most? The primitive world, dinosaurs, and wilderness survival. But what if the entire world ended up in a place with all three? How would we survive? A forest crawling with danger, dinosaurs everywhere, both carnivores and herbivores. They were once the rulers of this world. But what sparks will fly when they clash with humanity, the new rulers? Coming up next, a sweeping serialized novel: [Survival in the Age of Dinosaurs!] 61Reads—Score—14d adds
