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The Duncan McCallum series is a collection of historical mystery novels by American author Eliot Pattison. The series, which includes ' ' '
David Liss
A Conspiracy of Paper
Fans of historical mysteries like the Duncan McCallum series might enjoy A Conspiracy of Paper. Set in 18th century London, this novel follows a Jewish broker who must unravel a conspiracy involving the death of a wealthy merchant and the South Sea Company. The novel is full of intrigue, historical detail, and complex characters.
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The Alienist
If you enjoyed the historical setting and thrilling mystery of the Duncan McCallum series, you might like The Alienist. Set in 1896 New York City, this novel follows a criminal psychologist who must track down a serial killer targeting boy prostitutes. The novel is full of suspense, historical detail, and vivid characters.
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The Name of the Rose
Readers who enjoyed the intellectual challenges and historical detail of the Duncan McCallum series might appreciate The Name of the Rose. Set in a 14th century Italian monastery, this novel follows a Franciscan friar who must solve a series of murders while navigating the complexities of medieval theology and politics.
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The Yiddish Policemen's Union
Fans of alternative history and complex mysteries like the Duncan McCallum series might enjoy The Yiddish Policemen's Union. Set in an alternate universe where Jewish refugees have established a temporary state in Alaska, this novel follows a detective who must solve a murder while dealing with the impending expiration of the Jewish settlement.
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The Poisoner's Handbook
Readers who enjoyed the historical detail and scientific intrigue of the Duncan McCallum series might appreciate The Poisoner's Handbook. This nonfiction book explores the history of forensic science and toxicology in early 20th century New York City, revealing the stories of murderers and detectives who used chemistry to deadly effect.
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The Shadow of the Wind
Fans of atmospheric mysteries and historical settings like the Duncan McCallum series might enjoy The Shadow of the Wind. Set in post-Civil War Barcelona, this novel follows a young boy who becomes obsessed with a mysterious book and its equally mysterious author, leading him down a path of intrigue and danger.
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The City & the City
Readers who enjoyed the imaginative world-building and complex mysteries of the Duncan McCallum series might appreciate The City & The City. This novel is set in two cities that occupy the same physical space but are separate political entities, and follows a detective who must solve a murder that crosses the boundary between the two cities.
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The Devil in the White City
Readers who enjoyed the historical detail and thrilling mystery of the Duncan McCallum series might appreciate The Devil in the White City. This nonfiction book tells the story of the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago and the serial killer who used the fair as a hunting ground, weaving together history, true crime, and suspense.
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The Doomsday Book
Readers who enjoyed the time-traveling elements and historical detail of the Duncan McCallum series might appreciate The Doomsday Book. This novel follows a historian who travels back in time to the 14th century to study the Black Death, only to become trapped in the past and caught up in the deadly epidemic.
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The Winter Sea
Readers who enjoyed the historical detail and atmospheric setting of the Duncan McCallum series might appreciate The Winter Sea. This novel follows a historical novelist who becomes drawn into the history of a Scottish castle and its Jacobite past, leading her to uncover a dangerous secret that threatens her own life.
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