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Alan Bradley

The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

If you're looking for a witty and engaging cozy mystery, you might enjoy The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley. The novel introduces us to Flavia de Luce, an 11-year-old chemistry prodigy and amateur sleuth who becomes embroiled in a murder investigation when a dead bird is found on her family's doorstep with a rare stamp stuffed in its beak. As she searches for answers, Flavia uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy her family's reputation. With its clever plot and unforgettable protagonist, The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie is a delightful and entertaining read.

Louise Penny

A Rule Against Murder

If you're a fan of traditional mysteries with a strong sense of place, you might enjoy A Rule Against Murder by Louise Penny. The novel is the fourth in the Chief Inspector Gamache series, set in the picturesque village of Three Pines in Quebec, Canada. When a wealthy businessman is found dead at a family gathering at a nearby resort, Gamache and his team are called in to investigate. As they dig deeper, they uncover a tangled web of family secrets and lies that threaten to destroy the lives of everyone involved. With its vividly drawn characters and atmospheric setting, A Rule Against Murder is a must-read for fans of classic mysteries.

Josephine Tey

The Daughter of Time

If you're interested in historical mysteries with a twist, you might enjoy The Daughter of Time by Josephine Tey. The novel follows detective Alan Grant as he becomes obsessed with the mystery of Richard III and the disappearance of the Princes in the Tower. As he investigates, Grant becomes convinced that Richard has been unfairly maligned by history and sets out to clear his name. With its clever plot and engaging protagonist, The Daughter of Time is a thought-provoking and entertaining read.

Alex Michaelides

The Silent Patient

If you're looking for a psychological thriller with a unique premise, you might enjoy The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides. The novel tells the story of Alicia Berenson, a talented painter who shoots her husband five times and then refuses to speak another word. When criminal psychologist Theo Faber becomes obsessed with uncovering the truth behind Alicia's silence, he finds himself drawn into a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy everything he holds dear. With its twisty plot and unreliable narrators, The Silent Patient is a gripping and suspenseful read.

Jane Harper

The Dry

If you're a fan of atmospheric thrillers with a strong sense of place, you might enjoy The Dry by Jane Harper. The novel tells the story of Aaron Falk, a federal agent who returns to his hometown in rural Australia for the funeral of his childhood friend. When he discovers that the friend's death may have been a murder, Falk is drawn into a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy the lives of everyone involved. With its vividly drawn setting and compelling plot, The Dry is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers.

Lucy Foley

The Hunting Party

If you're looking for a suspenseful thriller with a large cast of characters, you might enjoy The Hunting Party by Lucy Foley. The novel tells the story of a group of old college friends who reunite for a New Year's Eve party in a remote hunting lodge in the Scottish Highlands. When one of the friends is found dead on New Year's Day, the group becomes convinced that the killer is still among them. As they search for answers, they find themselves drawn into a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy their lives. With its twisty plot and atmospheric setting, The Hunting Party is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers.