Novels like Escape Room: The Mysterious Ancient Castle
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- 1 The Great Escape 5: Pu Yixing, Spring Returns 密神5—蒲熠星:逢春 [Completed] [Mystery Room 5 · Go Go Squid 2] A fun educational video about history, posted by an official account, went viral and took the internet by storm. Chi Wanyin, who produced, posted, and appeared in the video, quickly attracted attention with her witty, humorous delivery, deep and extensive expertise, remarkably “stable” mental state, and quiet, bookish looks that contrasted with her comedic side. “Ah Yin is hilarious, and yet absolutely beautiful.” Recently, Mystery Escape 5: Great Go 115Reads7.9Score—14d adds
- 2 Master of Learning and Mystery: The Group’s Cherished Little Sis Is Off on Another Wild Adventure 名学密神:团宠妹宝又浪飞了 [The story begins with Who's the Murderer 4: Treasure Season. The female lead’s love interest is Huang Zihongfan, though he has very little screen time at first. A sweet girl with a gap between her cute appearance and personality x a cheerful, energetic puppy boy. Please don’t read if that bothers you!] [The senior students aren’t dating anyone. The author just wants to indulge in shipping, and will try to fill in the gaps. There are lots of original details, so please be kind, little darlings!] 300Reads7.1Score—14d adds
- 3 The Riddle-Filled Lives of Lu Ren and Maya 路仁和玛雅的谜语生活 [Urban supernatural powers + mediumship escape rooms + ensemble cast] Lu Ren accidentally stumbled into a place called the Medium's Chambers. Men in black, mysterious rest stops, and chambers that could cost you your life swept over him like a storm, overturning everything he thought he knew. After Lu Ren returned to the real world, he still wanted to reach the end of the Medium's Chambers and uncover the ultimate answer. [P.S. Volume One focuses on horror escape rooms, Volume Two on puzzle-solv —Reads6.4Score—14d adds
- 4 Star Academy and Great Escape: You Are My Green Mountain 名学密神:唯你是青山 A group of academic high achievers, as everyone sees them, meet by chance on a show and become friends who can talk about anything. These idealistic young people are always passionate and sincere, clear-hearted, and looking toward the sun. They treat the world with honesty and pursue their dreams earnestly. They trust, depend on, and protect one another. They dream of changing the world, and treat everyone who loves them with kindness. No matter how turbulent the outside world or how many setbac 122Reads7.8Score514d adds
- 5 Secret God of Destiny: We've Always Been Here 密神名学之我们一直都在 A group of top students takes the entertainment world by storm. Academic Credits: Huh? How did these promising students end up like this? Academic Credits: Fine, fine, go crazy if you want. They're our kids, so what can we do but spoil them? A popular young actress suddenly joins the top-student group. While the haters mindlessly attack her, who would have guessed she's a top student herself? Tang Ying: “I want hot pot, barbecue, and milk tea.” Huo Shu: “Let's eat!” Shao Mingming: “Absolutely!” 755Reads8.0Score10114d adds
- 6 Great Escape: The Mountains and Rivers Are a Sight to Behold 密室大逃脱:我见山川多韫秀 The fifth season of Great Escape: God Edition is here! The games are UpUpUp in difficulty! Will the veteran players return? Will any fresh faces join them? You'll find out in I See You~ Someone's precious treasure, hidden away for years, has finally been found. The good little brothers take turns stepping up, all vying to claim the treasure and show that someone who's boss! Are they just here to watch the fun, or have they fallen for real? Is it easier to see clearly from the sidelines, or does 49Reads7.4Score714d adds
- 7 Nanbowan's Infinite Flow Adventures 南波万的无限流历险记 “Why is Guadan being so good today? Does he know Daddy's in a bad mood?” Pu Yixing rubbed his nose against the cat's forehead, his voice a little lower than usual. His phone screen was still lit on the coffee table, displaying a message his agent had sent half an hour earlier: “A-Pu, the station has decided to terminate the contract unilaterally...” “Meow~” Guasha had come over at some point too, nudging his elbow with its head. Pu Yixing smiled bitterly and stroked the fluffy fur of his Scottis 486Reads8.7Score10014d adds
- 8 Detective Academy: Redemption 名侦探学院之救赎 [Mutual healing, friendship-focused ensemble, and a heroine who acts as a mediator. She’s always working to balance everyone’s relationships and minimize the hurt. This isn’t a mindless everyone-loves-the-heroine Mary Sue story, so come take a look if that sounds like your thing!] This is a gift for all you fans, and for everyone who loves our seniors and is in on the conspiracy with us. Whatever happens to them in real life, Yun Zhaozhao in this parallel world will always love them. Some might 420Reads8.1Score—14d adds
- 9 The Famous School and Secret God: South Wind Knows My Heart 名学密神:南风知我意 What sparks will fly among the upperclassmen when a female senior from the forensic science department joins the academy? Go big or go home! A slow-paced story. The story mainly features Great God Escape, Celebrity Academy, Forensic Investigation Team, and A Journey Through the Geography Textbook, as well as a few other shows featuring members of the academy. #All characters are single in this story #Fictionalized take on real life #Romance with the members of Celebrity Academy Please don't conf 3.6kReads8.9Score24614d adds
- 10 Quick Transmigration Variety Show: The Evolution of the Variety Queen 快穿综艺:综艺女王进化史 Reading guide ↓ "The Man Who Does Housework" "Who's the Murderer? Academy + Great Escape: Celebrity Edition" [Battle for No. 1 → Great Escape → Murder-Mystery Game] mega-mix Co-starring: Zhou Junwei, Qi Sijun, Guo Wentao, Pu Yixing, Tang Jiuzhou, Shao Mingming ♡ Tags: Everyone dotes on the protagonist "Who's the Murderer?" Bai Jingting ♡ Tags: Hilarious, deduction, investigation * Completed so far ↓ "Back to Field 6" Tags: Heartwarming, healing, slow-paced life * "Keep Running 10" Tags: Flirting 1.1kReads6.7Score10214d adds
- 11 Showbiz: The All-Rounder Who Rose to Fame on Escape Room 娱乐:从密逃开始的全能大神 By sheer coincidence, Tang Yu became a guest on Escape Room. He showed off astonishing abilities there. During the puzzle-solving segments, he brainstormed and found the answers in a flash. During the obstacle courses, his incredible stamina let him clear every hurdle in no time. During the adventure segments, his superhuman eyesight saw through every illusion. Tang Yu: “Just call me the all-around tank of Escape Room!” Afterward, his fans discovered that Tang Yu wasn’t just a star on Escape Roo 1.6kReads8.6Score11414d adds
- 12 Forgive the Moon 赦免月亮 [Classic Whodunit + Case-of-the-Week + Locked-Room Murders + Multiple Twists + Power Couple + Mutual Pining] To get revenge, Du Qingci kills two people, but runs into her old classmate Chu Dongping and has no choice but to become his partner. Together, they solve five cases in seven days. As they grow closer, their feelings heat up, and the killing intent draws nearer. Du Qingci: “Why does he keep looking at me? Did he spot my weakness? Is he going to silence me?” Chu Dongping: “Why does she kee 486Reads8.2Score10814d adds











