Kaleidoscope of Death

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It started off peculiarly; first, his domestic cat refused to let him cuddle it.

Lin Qiushi soon found that a sense of disharmony and incongruity began to pervade everything around him.

Then, one odd day, he pushed open a door, and he discovered that the hallway he was familiar with turned into a boundless corridor.

At both ends of this corridor were twelve, identical iron gates.

He pushed one of the doors

Thus, the story begins.

Ruan Nanzhu said to Lin Qiushi, “When you gaze long into the abyss, the abyss will also gaze back into you.”

Upon hearing this, Lin Qiushi sank into deep contemplation. He then pulled down the zipper of his trousers and aimed at the abyss…

Ruan Nanzhu: “…Put your pants on properly!”

Super shameless, ill-pampered gong X Shameless, calm shou; a combination of double [or extreme] shamelessness.

Associated Names
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KOD
Kính vạn hoa chết chóc/Tử vong kính vạn hoa
Sǐwáng wànhuātǒng
The Spirealm (Drama)
Калейдоскоп Смерти
ฝ่ามิติประตูมรณะ
死亡万花筒
死亡萬花筒
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  1. Calm & logical BL protagonist
  2. 10/10 would read again (BL)
  3. Horror (bl novel)
  4. Officially Published in English
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Latest Release

Date Group Release
07/18/21 Zin extra 10
07/01/21 Zin extra 9
05/30/21 Zin extra 8
05/28/21 Zin extra 7
05/24/21 Zin extra 6
05/24/21 Zin extra 5
05/22/21 Zin extra 4
05/22/21 Zin extra 3
05/20/21 Zin extra 2
05/19/21 Zin extra 1
05/19/21 Zin c139
05/19/21 Zin c137
05/19/21 Zin c138
05/18/21 Zin c136
05/18/21 Zin c135
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LH_12
LH_12 rated it
June 17, 2022
Status: Completed
At the beginning, I had mixed feelings about this novel. At first, I thought that plot was interesting, but I wouldn't say that I couldn't put it down. Also, despite the genre, it was not scary, but then it became more scary and even more engrossing. I didn't think that I would like this story, but it became my favorite. Every door was special and different.

I loved every character in this story. Not only MC and ML are interesting, but the rest of the characters are too. They have their... more>> own separate stories, which makes the story compelling and captivating. I liked MC's and ML's personalities and how they dealt with challenges and danger. MC is a clever and calm person who adapts very well; ML is smart, cold, and aloof, but at the same time shameless and has a really interesting hobby; their interactions are hilarious and often lighten the mood when the plot becomes too scary or the situation is tensed.

The plot is captivating, with a perfect pace, neither fast nor slow. The novel was sometimes funny, other times really sad and heartbreaking, with a few plot twists, but the ending was most surprising; I didn't expect that at all. Extras were wonderful too. The author is so talented. This work is brilliant.

About romance, it's a slow burn, but there is a lot of flirting and a good amount of dog food at the ending. It's hard to put into words why this novel is so good, but I think people will understand after reading it. <<less
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aitakm1
aitakm1 rated it
April 28, 2022
Status: c89
I really enjoy this story, the horror aspect, the mysteries, I couldn't stop reading for a while. The different doors were so creatively written and it was so fun to explore them through the MC's eyes. It was also incredibly nerve-wracking. I never expected to get scared, but maybe I'm just weak lol

Then, I reached a certain area of the book. To be honest, I had to get a break from this because the section of the story I got to felt really awkward and underwhelming compared to the earlier... more>> chapters.

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The section I was referring to was when LQ (MC) went through the first door by himself. I was really excited, as it was something I was waiting for to see what he capable of, but his performance in the door he went into was rather underwhelming, at least compared to how he was in the previous doors. Part of the reason was because there were certain instances in that door where I believe the MC was perfectly capable of finding out the answers on his own, knowing his experience as an architect and after going through the last few doors, but it felt like that intelligence of his was washed out a bit to just to give the other character the opportunity to contribute. For example, when it came to discovering the issue with the structure of the building, I was hoping MC's background as an architect would come into play, but nope, it was the other guy who pointed it out. The other reason was how he obtained a lot of the essential information to solve the mystery. One time was at place he happened to stop by and eat where the locals happened to be talking about it, the other was from a journal that he found in another guy's room. It felt way too fast and I prefer how the other doors went about obtaining information.

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Then right after that,

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The MC's best friend died, more so, he committed su*cide in attempt to see the doors himself, after being told about it from a person online. It started from his girlfriend, who happened to be another person who went through the doors, had her door stolen (?) and later died. Then started this whole revenge arc where the MC is angry and wanting to find the person responsible. It all felt pretty forced to me, but it could be because they never fully established the best friend's character other than saying how he was his friend and them to hanging out a few times in the story. I think it was during this arc where I stopped.

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Most of this story is very good from what I've read, but having these two arcs back to back, I couldn't continue reading so I'm taking a break. I will mention, this could very well be a "me-only" thing as reading through the reviews, I don't see anyone else saying they had an issue with this. Nonetheless, I still recommend people give this a shot. <<less
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Couphie
Couphie rated it
January 20, 2022
Status: Completed
I really like this novel. I personally think both MC and ML are kinda OP ngl. I like the characterization of RNZ, the contrast of the way he act inside and out of the doors. While LQS devotion towards his master cat is totally relatable, I too will weep in misery if my beloved cat refused to be close to me QAQ

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The death of one the twins is definitely the one that makes me cried like a baby. CQL is my favorite! That silly boy! And then I cried again when I read about how CYX loved him so much, that Toast is actually from CYX QAQ

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At first I don't get what people said about the plot twist until I read the extras. Yeah. That got me dizzy in confusion. I don't know if I like it or not, but I could choose to ignore it and count them as "extras" only (as in, AU type kind of a way) and not part of the main story.

Horror is not the genre that I usually read, at first I'm not sure if I'm going to enjoy it or not. But hey, I read this till the end! Def a good read for me. But I still think that this could be better, thus the 4 stars rating.

Spoiler

I don't read the spoilers so towards the end of the book I thought this would end up with BE lol.

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Little Cloud
Little Cloud rated it
December 26, 2021
Status: --
This is a great novel!!

Give it a try and you won't regret. The plot was amazing and addicting. (Of course the mind blowing plot twists). In one moment I am scared and sad and the next moment I will laugh my head off😂.

Also this novel depicts many real life incidents as well. The instances where we will be helpless, instances where we have to rely on our loved people and also instances where you just have yourself. Many lessons to our life are lying underneath this story.

This novel has... more>> everything. Humor, horror, romance, sibling love, friendship... literally EVERYTHING.

Thank you dear auther for writting this amazing novel. And dear translators for bringing this book to us in English. Thank you so much! <<less
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dwagonfut
dwagonfut rated it
December 26, 2021
Status: Completed
I come for the romance, so I like this novel, the horror scene is also good, and the plot twist at the end, the how the author didn't forget about the side character and give them at the extra chapters... For me, this novel is really good, yall should read this
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Azul_UwU_
Azul_UwU_ rated it
November 22, 2021
Status: Completed
I really liked the story. But then came the ending. It wasn't really bad? I guess? It was more like you're anticipating something more; like trying out a new dish, only to become confused and say, "that's it?"

I wanted something more. The last door really felt like it was lacking something. Agh. Sorry. It seems that I'm not able to form structured thoughts today. No conjunctions for me today. Haha. It feels disjointed, doesn't it.

BUT- in conclusion, read it. Read the full story, even the extras.

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And quite honestly, I did not feel even an ounce of irritation when I read about the male lead's play acting in the extras, like c'mon, we've all already read about his shenanigans inside the preceding doors and this doesn't even start to compare to that.¯_ (ツ) _/¯

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Onyo.onyo
Onyo.onyo rated it
November 12, 2021
Status: Completed
First of all, I have finished reading it last month, but am only writing a review now as I am not in stable condition after reading this. I really love this novel, from the plot to the characters I love them all. Love story is also not sickening. I'm not ready to read it a second time because there are characters that I really love. I wish Cheng Qianli could live in the universe of New Times New Hell novel
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Reyleisha
Reyleisha rated it
November 8, 2021
Status: Completed
Rating: 4/5- Okay so in my opinion I do feel this novel is slightly overrated but it’s a nice read, if you overlook the ending and that horrendous extra chapter.

So what I liked about this was the characters and how well written they were, even side characters and also the concept of the doors giving you a chance at rebirth.

What I disliked: what the hell was that extra that ruined this book. Even the 11th door was slightly underwhelming with this build up to what exactly? I never really felt... more>> satisfied when I finished the book.

I must say it’s well written, but it’s not a masterpiece like many people say. And mostly because what’s a really incredible premise has a rather convoluted ending.

Don’t read the extras in my opinion. <<less
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xuevie
xuevie rated it
October 19, 2021
Status: Completed
Wowwwwww, that was just so lovely! Love novels that have their ending connect back to the beginning of the story, just like an infinite loop! Okay, as for the review of this novel - first thing is that the survival games are amazing, although some of them are super gorey (dunno if this is a word), well I meant how the author described the monsters, environment, and the concept behind the survival games were very very gorey and scary, like I actually had to go a few days without eating... more>> meat, ah man - so don't read while eating and at 3-5 am in the morning!

The interaction between ML and MC was sweet but comedic - love a dense MC and super flirtatious ML. But when they got together, it was just plain dog food - good stuff even if you're single. You'll also love the other characters, especially the twins. Ah, right, you'll need some tissues tooo.

Some people said that the arc for the last door was badly written, but it actually isn't - although it's not a door to a horror survival game like how the other eleven are, but there's a reason for that; reading that last door was very enjoyable! Do read this - it's super gooooood!!! <<less
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sswan
sswan rated it
September 25, 2021
Status: Completed
This was a wonderful journey....I was scared.. terified...I also cried at the end... but overall this novel exceded my expectation... although... there are some unanswered questions.... but still fairly satisfied.
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Odd Stars
Odd Stars rated it
September 15, 2021
Status: c72
It's an amazing horror comedy!

The romance is tiny bit disappointing but that's my problem for being a romantic ;)

I still didn't finish it but from what read so far it's pretty good book that you should check out if your into horror but still want to laugh and be entertained

anyway I will give this a 444/10!! &Gt;:D
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Cham
Cham rated it
September 13, 2021
Status: Completed
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When LQ thought RN died, he became so hot. Choke me, daddy!

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Anyway, I love the story. I stayed up late because I was too scared to sleep. But I couldn't stop reading, hahaha.

I love the main couple's story, how they found redemption with each other. They complement each other so well.

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the twin's story made me cry and saddened me so much. CY was selfish in his decision, truth. But I think, if CQ knew, he would still follow his brother.

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TZ was also sad. Her death was amazing. Life and death on a stage, shining like a bright star.

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In some way, the pain is alleviated because, within the door, the dead still live

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In the last chapter of the main story, I had to wrap my head around it, hahaha.
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Berlin
Berlin rated it
September 6, 2021
Status: --
I would give this 6/5 if I could. It's been such a long time since I've read a horror that can actually make me feel scared. Here, each world is unique and revolves around a historical or mythical theme from which the horror narrative is built. Also, the feeling of horror is different. There is the gory body horror of the sister drum and the slow, creeping horror of the haunted painting.

MC and ML are a wonderful pair as well. I absolutely adore that ML is a ... more>>
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crossdresser and also exudes top energy lol.

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Because they have to survive in each world, the relationship development is literally between life and death. I would seriously buy the book if not for the censorship.

Even without the BL, the horror is topnotch. With it is just adding another delicious cake on top of the already divine cake. This is now one of my favourite novels to read. <<less
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Alwan
Alwan
September 5, 2021
Status: Completed
Amazing Novel! Don't know why some people give this novel a few stars. Never mind.... Different People different tastes Right!!!!

Honestly I am going to give 4.5 Stars.

Why???

Because the ending was a bit rush. Every arc was amazing writing but the ending are not very good...😥😥
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HaiRyuuKi
HaiRyuuKi
August 29, 2021
Status: Completed
I freaking accidentally erased all that I have written agadhshsgsjgdk

Anyway, I really don't usually read horror. Not because I am timid but I rarely see any horror novel worth it to read. But this novel is definitely very worth it!

About MC and ML -

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That first extra is soooooo sweet 😭😭😭❤❤❤ I hate fake memories but this extra... dang. This is just a perfect one. MC lacks nothing but romance, in which he obviously doesn't show interest much. So, ML is perfect for him! Even if those memories is due to the twelfth door, but for MC everything that happened in that illusory world is real! This. Is. Not. Lie! This shows that ML is fated to be with MC!

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Actually, at first -

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I thought that it would be MC who is the 'abnormal' one because of his behavior. I thought he is related to the door because he seems to be lucky and that his head was once hit, which led me to think MC has an amnesia (which he really has, but for a different reason). He also seems to be caln and easily adapts to any situation... it is actually because he is a veteran door-crosser! He is even the only one to reach that door! But, the tags really misled me more, on ML's side, too. I really thought that there was a dramatic background story about ML's cross-dressing. And it was because I saw a promotional vid for the novel's audio drama before, which I nisled myself more. *sigh the plot twist of the first extra though. Really UNEXPECTED+

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Anyway, MC and ML aside, about the twins, I also feel sad but at the same time happy about them.

Spoiler

Yes. The eleventh world is ab illusory world and Qianli... wuwuwuwu he won't be coming back. But for Yixie (I still was dumbfounded for what he did dang), even if it is an illusion of Qianli, I think he still feel very happy for it since he can still 'see' his brother. But I think at night, the souls of the dead ones would regain their memories, so Qianli will also return? But the ghosts, as well as those people Yixie killed before though... I also feel sad thst Yixie chose the illusory world, but as someone said, it is also considered to be happy ending for him since he himself is happy hey.

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For the other ones -

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I was irked with that Li Dog something... I know that it was one of his methods to investigate but hey, he said he likes Zhu Meng but still moved against Zhu Meng's 'friend' (MC). I see no sincerity from you. If you truly like someone, you wouldn't resort to this method. Instead, you should show to them your efforts. Tsk.

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Finally, plot-wise, character-wise, etc. 10/10. Comedy is a beautiful bonus! Even though I like Fantasy Farm and Perfect Destiny (the author's other works) but I have no bias here in this review. So, you should definitely read this novel!

P.S.: the translation is also already completed, so what are you waiting for? 🤣😘 <<less
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Wjk
Wjk rated it
August 25, 2021
Status: Completed
This is my first time writing review cuz this novel deserves so much attention.I 100% recommend this.. This is so amazing and totally mind blowing.I love this so much and I've never felt bored when I read this.I can't even move on to other books after I finished this. So I came back again to write review.I wanna read this kind of novels again and if you know, recommend me.

6 stars for extra...
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Peachyxist
Peachyxist
August 23, 2021
Status: Completed
5/5 stars *idk why it doesn't show on here*
This is one of the novel that'll give you the thrills and horrors that you've been craving for at the most random times (like me) WITH our main dish, BL, involved.

This novel has

•amazing plot

•arcs that can never go wrong

•amazing comedy on the side

•thrillers and suspenses

•horrors and gores

•mysteries

•intellectual MC & ML (not OP)

•romance

•wonderful touch of realism and no shenanigans that makes you question the plot or characters

I also got scared while reading this novel tbh. Like I stayed up until 6am few times until I can hear one of my family is awake then I can sleep (T-T) or I need some video on my laptop to play before I read, cuz I'm usually alone at home. Anyways give this novel a chance to read and you won't regret it! I never knew I even missed this and thank god I came and read it!!
*side note: I heard that most of the author ghosts arcs and stuff are based on real life or myths and stuff. And some that I never knew exist until I read it! Spooked me even more when I knew that fact*
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Mimilove98
Mimilove98 rated it
August 23, 2021
Status: Completed
This novel is really amazing. At first I was bit hesitant due to some reviews but I am really glad that I gave it a try. The storyline is very interesting and I got really hooked up. One thing I really like there is no much of angst between main leads. I was reading this novel at night and when got upto go out I was a bit scared to open my door. There are lots of funny moments also. So try not to decide based on reviews to give... more>> this novel a chance <<less
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Yukkie
Yukkie rated it
July 13, 2021
Status: Completed
This one is trying to twist me around huh? Well its damn thrilling, but what a shame, some characters got tragic ending in the end, some got bittersweet, how I wish they're still alive with the ML and MC...
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An Endless Abyss
An Endless Abyss
July 8, 2021
Status: Completed
One of the few novels I MTL'ed before it finished. The cross dressing ML is one of the best points in the story, it was funny and entertaining to see the MC get dragged into it too. The gore was more prominent than other infinite flow novels I've read but it wasn't too bad. The plot twist was everything.
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