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Alexandre Dumas

The Three Musketeers

For readers who enjoy the political intrigue and adventure of the Fandorin series, this classic novel is a perfect choice. Follow the escapades of d'Artagnan and his three companions as they navigate the treacherous world of 17th-century French politics and attempt to save the queen's honor.

Caleb Carr

The Alienist

Fans of Akunin's psychological insights and historical detail will appreciate this gripping novel. Set in 1896 New York City, a series of gruesome murders leads a criminal psychologist, a newspaper illustrator, and a police commissioner to team up and track down the killer. With its vivid portrayal of the era and exploration of the criminal mind, The Alienist is a great choice for fans of the Fandorin series.

Oliver Pötzsch

The Hangman's Daughter

If you're looking for a historical mystery with a unique setting, this novel is a great choice. Set in 17th-century Germany, a hangman and his daughter investigate a series of murders that point to a powerful and dangerous enemy. With its rich historical detail and engaging characters, The Hangman's Daughter is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and mystery.

Umberto Eco

The Name of the Rose

For readers who enjoy the intellectual challenges and historical detail of the Fandorin series, this novel is a perfect choice. Set in a 14th-century Italian monastery, a Franciscan friar and his young apprentice investigate a series of murders that lead them to a mysterious library and a dangerous secret.

Alex Michaelides

The Silent Patient

Fans of Akunin's psychological insights and twisting plots will appreciate this gripping novel. A famous painter is found murdered in her London home, and her husband is the prime suspect. But he won't speak a word in his own defense. A criminal psychotherapist is determined to uncover the truth, but the painter's secrets may be more dangerous than anyone imagined.

Michael Chabon

The Yiddish Policemen's Union

For readers who enjoy the political intrigue and diverse settings of the Fandorin series, this novel is a great choice. Set in an alternate history where Jewish refugees have created a thriving society in Alaska, a detective investigates a murder that could have far-reaching consequences for the entire community.

Sarah Perry

The Essex Serpent

If you're looking for a historical mystery with a unique setting and a focus on social issues, this novel is a great choice. Set in 19th-century England, a young widow becomes obsessed with the legend of a mythical serpent that has supposedly returned to the area. As she investigates the truth behind the legend, she clashes with a local pastor and uncovers a dangerous secret.

China Miéville

The City & the City

For readers who enjoy the intellectual challenges and unique settings of the Fandorin series, this novel is a perfect choice. Set in a divided city where two distinct societies coexist in the same physical space, a detective investigates a murder that could have implications for both worlds.

Diane Setterfield

The Thirteenth Tale

Fans of Akunin's complex characters and twisting plots will appreciate this gripping novel. A reclusive author invites a young biographer to her estate to tell the story of her mysterious past. As the biographer uncovers the truth behind the author's secrets, she realizes that her own past may be connected to the story in ways she never imagined.

Wilkie Collins

The Woman in White

For readers who enjoy the intricate plots and gothic elements of the Fandorin series, this classic novel is a must-read. A young drawing teacher becomes embroiled in a dangerous mystery when he encounters a woman dressed in white who seems to be in distress. As he investigates the truth behind her story, he uncovers a web of secrets and deceit that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear.