Non-Fiction, Crime, Detective

《深蓝的故事 四部》深蓝
Stories From Shen Lan (Four-Volume Collection) By SHEN Lan

Introduction:
This box set collection features 57 gripping narratives drawn from the real-life casework of frontline police officer Shen Lan—including the original story behind the hit film Endless Journey. It is an immersive reading experience that captures the complex realities of policing and society in contemporary China.
Written by a frontline community police officer, these true stories are based on real cases from Shen Lan’s daily work. From elaborate fraud schemes, school bullying, and gang fights to major unsolved crimes, the book captures the chaos and complexity of life on patrol. But it also delves into depth of humanity: family dysfunction, juvenile delinquency, elderly isolation, and the consequences of institutional change.
Brutally honest, often unsettling, and always humane, Stories of Shen Lan is a landmark of contemporary nonfiction—charting the surreal and sobering realities witnessed by one police officer at the edge of the system.
About the Author：
Shen Lan (a pseudonym) is a former police officer in China. He served in various roles including community policing, public security, criminal investigation, and anti-narcotics, and was involved in several high-profile provincial and national cases. Since 2016, he has been publishing non-fiction works based on his real-life experiences on the front lines of law enforcement, with over one million words written to date.
Known for his documentary-style storytelling and deep insight into human nature, Shen Lan has gained a wide readership. His major works include Shen Lan’s Stories, Abyss, and The Third Squad. His writing has not only been recognized in the literary world but has also been adapted into film and television, further expanding his influence. Shen Lan’s style is realistic and nuanced, prompting readers to reflect on social issues and the complexities of human nature.