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Non-Fiction Mystery Books: Unraveling the Intriguing World of True Crime and Enigmas

Are you a fan of mystery novels but craving something more than just fictional tales? Look no further than the captivating realm of non-fiction mystery books. These books offer a unique blend of thrilling stories and real-life events, keeping you on the edge of your seat as you uncover shocking truths and untangle puzzling mysteries.

If you're ready to dive into this genre, here are some highly recommended non-fiction mystery books that will satisfy your hunger for intrigue:

1. "I'll Be Gone in the Dark" by Michelle McNamara:
Delve into the relentless pursuit to unmask the Golden State Killer. This chilling true crime book takes you through the investigative journey of the author as she tries to identify one of America's most elusive serial killers.

2. "The Devil in the White City" by Erik Larson:
Travel back in time to the late 19th century and explore the World's Fair held in Chicago. This gripping non-fiction work intertwines the story of a cunning serial killer, H.H. Holmes, with the construction of one of America's most iconic landmarks.

3. "Killers of the Flower Moon" by David Grann:
Immerse yourself in the shocking true story of the Osage Indian Nation murders in the 1920s. This book exposes the sinister and greed-fueled conspiracy that led to the death of numerous wealthy Native Americans, and the birth of the FBI.

4. "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot:
Embark on a thought-provoking journey into the world of medical ethics and race. This book unravels the captivating story of Henrietta Lacks, an African-American woman whose cells were unknowingly used for scientific research, leading to groundbreaking medical advancements.

5. "Helter Skelter" by Vincent Bugliosi and Curt Gentry:
Step into the chilling account of the notorious Manson Family and their gruesome crimes. Written by the prosecutor of the Manson trial, this book provides an in-depth analysis of the events surrounding the Tate-LaBianca murders that shocked the nation.

To further fuel your passion for non-fiction mystery books, explore renowned authors in this genre such as Ann Rule, Jon Krakauer, or Truman Capote, whose works continue to captivate readers worldwide.

When it comes to searching for non-fiction mystery books online, consider visiting websites like Goodreads, where you can find comprehensive reading lists, reviews, and recommendations from fellow book enthusiasts. Additionally, platforms like Amazon and Barnes & Noble offer vast collections of these intriguing books, both in physical and digital formats.

Expand your reading horizons and satisfy your thirst for mystery with non-fiction books that offer a thrilling combination of real-life events and enigmatic puzzles. From unraveling unsolved crimes to exploring historical enigmas, these books will keep you engrossed in the captivating world of non-fiction mysteries. Enjoy the journey!
The Strange Tales of the South Sea Fiction
The Strange Tales of the South Sea

Han Yu has lived in a small fishing village in Hainan for twenty years, but after he found a mysterious sea charm while diving one day, he seemed to glimpse a mysterious world. His life became chaotic and unpredictable. Led by Chen Shu, together with his friend Xu Ding, they will embark on an adventurous journey. What kind of stories will unfold? Ancient rituals shrouded in mystery, dazzling offerings, and ancient ceremony sites resembling ancient cities, along with a mysterious race... Join him in exploring and listening to the thrilling, suspenseful, terrifying, and inspirational tales narrated by the Spirit Master!

306.90 Million words | 2022-09-23 11:11Update

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Seducing the Husband: The Ultimate Beloved Toxic Concubine Fiction
Seducing the Husband: The Ultimate Beloved Toxic Concubine

The first time they met, she gave him a miraculous tonic that almost took his life and endangered her innocence. The second time they crossed paths, he returned the favor by giving her an "elixir of immortality" that made her wish for death. She, Gong Lingyu, a top agent of the 21st century, possessed unmatched skills and was known as the "Unrivaled Poison." In a twist of fate, she was reborn in a desperate situation, facing imminent death or a tragic fate. A love arrow through the heart? A massacre of her family? A cold and ruthless ex-husband? A vicious villainess? A cunning best friend? In this lifetime, who hasn't encountered scum? Who doesn't have a hypocritical person by their side? She was not a good person in the past, and she would be even less so in the future

334.23 Million words | 2020-11-24 17:14Update

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The Chaotic Harem of the Demon Empress Fiction
The Chaotic Harem of the Demon Empress

"The majestic Holy Dragon Dynasty, a demon queen descended from the heavens. Once she enters the deep palace, her delicate hands will stir up storms in the sky." Cold Moon, a criminal investigator, discovered a shocking secret during a mission, and as a result, her soul was transmigrated. Being transmigrated was one thing, but she was also embroiled in the palace struggle. Empress, oh Empress, I don't care for your favoritism. You shouldn't have killed my beloved Orchid Concubine, whom I treated like a sister! So I shall claim your phoenix crown. Witness how this criminal investigator uses her delicate hands to bring about storms in the sky and become the queen of this era! Newly created group: Friends who love this book, quickly join us!"

297.26 Million words | 2021-07-15 20:08Update

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Going against the flow. Fiction
Going against the flow.

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474.97 Million words | 2022-04-05 15:27Update

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Maid's Promotion Diary Fiction
Maid's Promotion Diary

During the prosperous Five Dynasties, Shen Xiu went from being a wealthy young lady to becoming a servant after the downfall of her family. She married into the Wang household and gained favor from the Lord Han Xiao. As she rose to prominence, there were constant struggles in the inner chambers. The love and protection from Han Xiao allowed Shen Xiu to finally find fulfillment in her life.

89.73 Million words | 2021-07-21 02:49Update

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The Traveling Tomb Raider Fiction
The Traveling Tomb Raider

I could never have imagined, even in my wildest dreams, that I would travel back in time to the Republic of China era and embark on various tomb-raiding adventures with warlords, encountering zombies, magic, curses, and a mysterious world of ancient texts. These things are just the tip of the iceberg. What truly leaves me dumbfounded is the existence of tombs that can transport me through time. Will I be able to return from where I have gone?

550.29 Million words | 2020-08-28 02:42Update

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My Fanboy Emperor Fiction
My Fanboy Emperor

After crossing over, a broke writer of online novels writes a book that reignites the trend of popular fiction. However, did she go too far? She managed to turn even the most powerful and clueless Emperor in history into her fan. He even wants to invite her to the palace. But she refuses! Certain Emperor: Did you update today? How many chapters? If you don't update soon, I'll make you my consort... Jianning: Your Majesty, I am diligently updating. Please don't be impulsive... A lighthearted story with a happy ending.

584.04 Million words | 2021-07-01 00:00Update

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Genius Magician Fiction
Genius Magician

Storms and clouds swirl, the heavens and earth change, a crimson phoenix emerges, ruling the world. When the genius magician of the 21st century arrives in a realm plagued by magic cards, the world undergoes a shocking transformation. Useless? Certainly not her. With unparalleled talent and an incomparable growth speed, she can flawlessly perform various forbidden arts. How could she be considered useless? Easy to bully? Absolutely not her. At times, she acts like a fool but is a fierce tiger inside. Sometimes, she emanates an evil aura, and sometimes she is ruthless and merciless. Eventually, the world comes to know her simple yet extraordinary name, all because of her. Clad in red, captivating the world, she traverses the realm, effortlessly controlling the winds and rains. Who dares to challenge her?

394.39 Million words | 2020-11-09 23:35Update

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The Love Story of Xiao Shaoba and Jinyu Fiction
The Love Story of Xiao Shaoba and Jinyu

(After torment comes sweetness, limitless pampering) A conspiracy drags Xia Ziyu, who has just entered the campus, into a whirlpool of turmoil, forever altering the trajectory of her life. He is the charismatic leader with the charm of a jade tree, a shrewd and valiant tycoon in the business world, and the fearsome demon of hell, Xiao Yixiong. Dominant and domineering, ruthless and merciless, it has always been his trademark! When he hates her, he indulges in cruel humiliation, causing her extreme pain, pushing her to seek death. When he loves her, he lavishes her with excessive doting, transforming into a gentle and caring older man, willingly becoming her loyal servant. Is it hate or love? Is it torment or pampering? Looking back suddenly, it's not that there is no love, but rather deep love...

110.75 Million words | 2021-09-25 15:20Update

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A talented general like jade. Fiction
A talented general like jade.

After making the decision to embark on the path of joining the military, Qin Liangyu pledged to serve her country with unwavering dedication until her death. However, the heavens proclaimed, "I shall bestow great responsibilities upon this person, but first I shall ruin their reputation, wound their self-esteem, and make them suffer immensely." And so, the world witnessed the emergence of Marshal Ma Qiancheng as the Special Envoy. Qin Liangyu stomped her foot and exclaimed, "This road was already so difficult, couldn't you show me a little more care?" The heavens replied, "Afterwards, someone will urge you to reflect upon your actions, repent, and introspect daily. Only then will you become a great talent." And thus, the world gained another person, Inspector Lu Jinghuai. Qin Liangyu pounded her chest and sighed, "I am exhausted, it feels like I will never be able to love again."

569.31 Million words | 2021-04-03 10:26Update

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Stealing Melodies Fiction
Stealing Melodies

【【Yunqi Realistic Essay Contest】Entry】As the daughter of a wealthy merchant family, she was sold by her elder brother to the third generation scion of a scholarly family to become a concubine. Through the generations, the ideology that had penetrated into their blood was revered as supreme, and passing it down was the top priority. The blind obedience of the second generation directly influenced their education of the third generation. Xiao Sheng's rebellion challenged their authoritarian thinking, resulting in her being treated like a slave and deprived of her rights. Sinking into misery, Xiao Sheng endured pain, sought approval, and concealed her true self. Her only hope each day was going to school. She hoped to change her fate through diligent studying but faced bullying due to her family background. It seemed like fate was playing a joke on her, as one misfortune after another followed her. Numb and disheartened, she yearned to escape and clung onto anyone she thought could save her. However, all chances for a happy ending slipped through her fingers, even the right to die... In reality, whether living in an abusive environment or in an environment of excessive pampering, distorted education is equally pathetic. How to learn self-education, please read the full text...

517.05 Million words | 2023-02-21 00:50Update

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Life in the Mists of Rain Fiction
Life in the Mists of Rain

Yuanbao's new novel "I'm not ruthless, I can't stand steady" http://www.ruochu.com/book/ Welcome to support~ She was the cherished jewel of the Prime Minister, but one day she fell into the mire and became a slave in a brothel. He was the son of the Chief Commander of the Imperial City, with exceptional martial arts skills. At the age of ten, he achieved great deeds in saving the sovereign and gained the emperor's appreciation. But he was infamous for his cruelty. These two individuals, who were worlds apart, were entangled in a mysterious web due to a corpse that was unrecognizable due to decomposition. The obscure cause of death and inexplicable encounters pushed them into an invisible trap. Is it the deceitful nature of humanity or the capriciousness of fate? When the illusion of life fades, who will bear the burden of concealed affections? He said, stay here, and I will wholeheartedly wait for you... She said, either kill me or let me go...

63.71 Million words | 2022-03-02 07:38Update

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The Rice and Husk Fiction
The Rice and Husk

Rich in spouse, valuable in friendship. When a country girl becomes the wife of a general, how will she handle the upcoming complex and ever-changing fate? With the author's guaranteed integrity, this novel starts slowly but ends satisfactorily! This novel is exclusively published on the Qidian website and strictly prohibits any form of unauthorized reprinting!

479.72 Million words | 2022-07-11 02:23Update

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The Truth of Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong's Reigns Fiction
The Truth of Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong's Reigns

The Truth of Kangxi, Yongzheng, and Qianlong's Reigns, written by Luo Shixian.

15.57 Million words | 2021-08-13 13:07Update

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You are Irreplaceably Enamored Fiction
You are Irreplaceably Enamored

【Original Title: Reborn Campus: Emperor's Beloved Warm Love】She is Qin Yusheng, who has been reborn. She is incredibly beautiful, captivating, and in her previous life, she was framed by despicable men and women. Reborn once again, she meets him and he falls in love at first sight, cherishing her, and accompanying her...

494.10 Million words | 2023-03-24 18:03Update

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Elimination Game of the End Times Fiction
Elimination Game of the End Times

"The Elimination Game in the Apocalypse" is a thrilling and suspenseful novel, crafted by the author with an extraordinary eye for time-travel. It has an excellent storyline and exceptional writing style. The latest refreshing and clean chapters of "The Elimination Game in the Apocalypse" by the time-traveling eye are available for free reading on Pen Fun Pavilion's online platform.

536.23 Million words | 2021-10-16 05:33Update

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The Twelve Zodiac Signs in the Apocalypse Fiction
The Twelve Zodiac Signs in the Apocalypse

Everyone's fate and power are determined at birth. Remember your birthday and strive to live on. Lin Fei: Male, born on [date] in the Gregorian calendar, belongs to the Aquarius zodiac sign, awakened. I am a Sagittarius, the divine archer. I am a Cancer, the Eight Dagger Heavenly King. I am a Libra, the External Balance. I am Gemini... What? What zodiac sign is born from a Cancer and Scorpio? Lin Fei, representative of Aquarius, with special abilities, aspires to collect all twelve zodiac signs and create the strongest constellation. As the doomsday approaches, quickly seek out your exclusive zodiac sign.

272.06 Million words | 2023-01-22 13:03Update

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Love Talk, Expense Calculation Fiction
Love Talk, Expense Calculation

The relationship between Tong Keke and Mr. Hua can be summarized in six words - "Fake couple, clear accounting"! Mr. Hua scrutinized the bill handed over by Tong Keke and raised an eyebrow: "Holding hands for ten minutes, $2; patting the shoulder twice, 50% off, $3; cheesy love words combo, $5..." Tong Keke nodded and turned over her palms: "Mr. Hua, monthly settlement, no credit cards accepted, please pay in cash." In the next second, Mr. Hua tossed over a similar list of charges. Tong Keke looked confused after reading it. "Mr. Hua, are you kidding me? When did we..." Before she could finish, Mr. Hua came closer, "Are you trying to dodge the payment?" "..."

188.26 Million words | 2021-02-26 11:33Update

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Deep-sea Fish King Fiction
Deep-sea Fish King

What terrifying sights exist thousands and tens of thousands of meters deep in the ocean? Are there highly intelligent creatures there? Wu Zhi, who mysteriously turned into a fish, will continuously devour and grow stronger in the pitch-black depths of the ocean. Unknown giant fish, shocking sea monsters; the mystery of transformation, humanoid creatures... His journey is the profound sea where the strong survive!

82.89 Million words | 2022-12-02 21:32Update

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Endless Fantasy World Fiction
Endless Fantasy World

"Want to play a game, young man!" "Here, everything you can imagine is possible. There is nothing you can't do. All dreams, all desires, can be materialized here, at the cost of a little soul!" "Although this is just a game, people can still die here!" "Survival and death are only a thin line apart. This place is both heaven and hell!" "And the ultimate winner will transcend the ordinary and ascend to godhood!" "This is... my fantasy world!" One's lifetime, whether magnificent or ordinary, is but a fleeting ray of light in the eyes of the world. Only that immortal and supreme existence can last eternally! The story begins here, and this novel tells the tale of an ordinary person who, under the name of the main god, journeys through the world of fantasy, pursuing that elusive strand of eternity, and embarking on an epic quest.."

344.35 Million words | 2021-11-08 01:34Update

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