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Alexander McCall Smith

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

Join Precious Ramotswe as she starts up the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, taking on cases and solving mysteries with her unique brand of wisdom and intuition. Fans of Stephanie Plum will enjoy the humorous, light-hearted tone and the strong, relatable female protagonist.

Alan Bradley

The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

Set in 1950s England, this charming mystery follows 11-year-old amateur sleuth Flavia de Luce as she investigates a murder in her family's crumbling estate. Fans of Stephanie Plum's unconventional detective work will enjoy Flavia's cleverness and the book's witty, engaging prose.

Jason Goodwin

The Janissary Tree

Set in 1830s Istanbul, this historical mystery follows Yashim, a eunuch and former member of the Ottoman Empire's elite Janissary Corps, as he investigates a series of murders that threaten the fragile balance of power in the city. Fans of Stephanie Plum's adventures in a richly detailed setting will enjoy this series.

Jason Goodwin

The Snake Stone

In the second book of the Yashim series, Yashim is called upon to solve a series of mysterious disappearances and murders, all seemingly connected to a rare and valuable artifact. Readers who enjoy Stephanie Plum's ability to navigate complex, dangerous situations will appreciate Yashim's resourcefulness and cunning.

P.D. James

An Unsuitable Job for a Woman

In this classic mystery, Cordelia Gray takes over her late father's detective agency and is tasked with investigating the suspicious death of a Cambridge student. Fans of Stephanie Plum's independent, strong-willed personality will appreciate Cordelia's determination and resilience.

P.D. James

The Skull Beneath the Skin

In this thrilling mystery, actress Cordelia Gray is invited to a remote island to perform in a play, but when one of the cast members is found dead, she must use all her wits to uncover the truth. Readers who enjoy Stephanie Plum's ability to solve puzzling mysteries will appreciate Cordelia's intelligence and bravery.

Anne Tyler

The Amateur Marriage

This powerful novel explores the ups and downs of a marriage between two ordinary people, Michael and Pauline, as they navigate the challenges of family, career, and personal growth. Fans of Stephanie Plum's relationships and family dynamics will appreciate the complex, relatable characters in this book.

Anne Tyler

Digging to America

This heartwarming novel tells the story of two families, one American and one Iranian, who are brought together by the adoption of two Korean babies. As they navigate the complexities of culture, family, and identity, they discover the true meaning of home. Readers who enjoy Stephanie Plum's diverse, vibrant world will appreciate the rich, multicultural tapestry of this book.

Josephine Tey

The Daughter of Time

In this classic mystery, detective Alan Grant becomes fascinated with the historical mystery surrounding Richard III and the disappearance of the Princes in the Tower. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers shocking secrets and challenges long-held beliefs. Fans of Stephanie Plum's ability to solve puzzling mysteries will appreciate Alan Grant's intelligence and tenacity.