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Baroness Orczy

The Scarlet Pimpernel

If you enjoyed Sally Gardner's 'French Revolution' series, you might like 'The Scarlet Pimpernel'. This classic adventure novel, set against the backdrop of the French Revolution, follows the exploits of the mysterious Scarlet Pimpernel, a British nobleman who rescues French aristocrats from the guillotine. With its swashbuckling hero, daring escapes, and historical intrigue, this book is sure to appeal to fans of Gardner's series.

Charles Dickens

A Tale of Two Cities

For readers who enjoyed the rich historical detail and vivid characters of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens. Set in Paris and London before and during the French Revolution, this classic novel tells the story of two men, one French and one English, whose lives become intertwined in a complex web of love, sacrifice, and redemption. With its unforgettable characters, evocative settings, and powerful themes, this book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Erik Larson

The Devil in the White City

If you're looking for a gripping read that combines history, suspense, and true crime, check out 'The Devil in the White City' by Erik Larson. Set during the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago, this book tells the story of two men: Daniel H. Burnham, the architect behind the fair, and H.H. Holmes, a serial killer who used the fair to lure his victims. While not directly related to the French Revolution, this book shares Gardner's talent for weaving together historical fact and compelling narrative to create an unforgettable reading experience.

Katherine Howe

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane

For readers who enjoyed the supernatural elements of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane' by Katherine Howe. Set in Salem, Massachusetts, this novel tells the story of a young woman who discovers a centuries-old book of magic while cleaning out her grandmother's house. As she delves deeper into the book's secrets, she uncovers a dark history of witchcraft, persecution, and betrayal that threatens to destroy her own life. With its rich historical detail, atmospheric setting, and supernatural twists, this book is a great choice for fans of Gardner's series.

Michel Faber

The Crimson Petal and the White

If you enjoyed the complex characters and intricate plotting of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'The Crimson Petal and the White' by Michel Faber. Set in Victorian London, this massive novel tells the story of Sugar, a prostitute with ambitions to rise above her station, and William Rackham, a wealthy perfume magnate who becomes her patron. With its sprawling cast of characters, intricate plot, and vividly realized setting, this book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Philippa Gregory

The Other Boleyn Girl

For readers who enjoyed the political intrigue and historical detail of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'The Other Boleyn Girl' by Philippa Gregory. Set in the court of Henry VIII, this novel tells the story of Mary Boleyn, the sister of Anne Boleyn, and her rise to power and influence as the king's mistress. With its rich historical detail, complex characters, and gripping narrative, this book is a great choice for fans of Gardner's series.

W. Somerset Maugham

The Painted Veil

If you enjoyed the emotional depth and psychological insight of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'The Painted Veil' by W. Somerset Maugham. Set in China during a cholera outbreak, this novel tells the story of a young woman who accompanies her husband, a bacteriologist, to a remote village in search of a cure. As she grapples with her own desires and fears, she discovers a newfound sense of purpose and self-discovery. With its complex characters, evocative setting, and powerful themes, this book is a must-read for fans of literary fiction.

Donna Tartt

The Secret History

For readers who enjoyed the dark, atmospheric tone of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'The Secret History' by Donna Tartt. Set at a small liberal arts college in Vermont, this novel tells the story of a group of classics students who become embroiled in a murder plot. As they struggle to keep their secrets hidden, they are drawn deeper into a web of deceit, betrayal, and madness. With its richly drawn characters, atmospheric setting, and gripping narrative, this book is a great choice for fans of psychological thrillers.

Umberto Eco

The Name of the Rose

If you enjoyed the intellectual challenges and historical detail of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. Set in a medieval monastery, this novel tells the story of a Franciscan friar who investigates a series of murders that have occurred during a theological debate. As he uncovers a conspiracy that threatens the very foundations of the Church, he is drawn into a complex web of intrigue, heresy, and mystery. With its rich historical detail, intellectual puzzles, and gripping narrative, this book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Sarah Dunant

The Birth of Venus

For readers who enjoyed the strong female characters and historical detail of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'The Birth of Venus' by Sarah Dunant. Set in Renaissance Florence, this novel tells the story of Alessandra, a young woman who longs to escape the confines of her family and pursue her own dreams of becoming an artist. As she navigates the treacherous waters of Florentine society, she discovers a world of passion, danger, and intrigue that threatens to destroy everything she holds dear. With its rich historical detail, complex characters, and gripping narrative, this book is a great choice for fans of historical fiction.

Arthur Golden

Memoirs of a Geisha

If you enjoyed the richly drawn characters and evocative settings of 'French Revolution', we recommend 'Memoirs of a Geisha' by Arthur Golden. Set in Kyoto, Japan, this novel tells the story of Chiyo, a young girl who is sold to a geisha house and trained in the ancient arts of dance, music, and conversation. As she rises through the ranks of the geisha world, she becomes embroiled in a bitter rivalry with another geisha that threatens to destroy her dreams of love and happiness. With its rich historical detail, complex characters, and gripping narrative, this book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.