
On the Brink
临渊
- Status
- Completed
- Length
- 245k Words
- Genre
- Suspense Mystery
- Subgenre
- Detective Fiction
- Updated
- 6y ago
- English
- Request a translation
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All-time: Clicks, Favorites, Recommendations.
87Chapters
8.2MClicks
138Favorites
57Recommendations
46Comments
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I was quite surprised at first. I first knew of author August Cha from his grand world-building work similar to Kyushu, *Shan Hai Bian*. It seemed so out of place for him to start a spy novel. But after reading the novel, I realized what a grand world-building perspective, architectural ability, and vision truly mean. This guy has the heart of a tiger, but he can also appreciate the delicate beauty of a rose. *Shan Hai Bian* and *Lin Yuan* are essentially within the same framework, featuring vivid, detailed, and richly developed characters and stories. It would be an injustice not to support a novel like this. 100 yuan red envelope to support the author. I have high hopes for him.
Looking forward to great content, welcome to updates!
This is my first time reading this author's work. I was drawn in by the title and hope it can be adapted into a film. I love Yu Xiaoshu!
Unexpectedly, I came to this website to read about the gentle yet domineering CEO in April's light, and as a straight woman, I was completely hooked by spy novels. This website must be quietly doing something big. They actually have such a treasure trove of novels.
Even the minor characters defending the city are moving in their words and spirit. This is a masterpiece that vividly portrays the character and spirit of our Party members amidst the imminent threat of enemy attack and the abyss. It deserves praise and acclaim; I want to rave about it!
It's a good spy novel, but unfortunately the beginning is a bit slow.
There are way too many VIP chapters...
Yu Xiaoshu's belief is about salvation, not only for himself, but also for his country.
I read about ten pages and then gave up. The writing was too pretentious.
I had planned a relaxing and leisurely weekend, but by chance, I stumbled upon "Lin Yuan." The opening was stunning, bloodshed was brewing, and the story was exhilarating. The protagonist meticulously outlined his future, much like the impromptu organizational action at the city gate—a life destined for meticulous planning. Once you start reading, you won't put it down. At certain points, I couldn't help but marvel at its rarity. The author's fame doesn't match their writing ability! Author, please promote your work more!