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Anthony Horowitz

The House of Silk

Fans of 'St. Helen's' will enjoy this intriguing Sherlock Holmes pastiche by Anthony Horowitz. 'The House of Silk' offers a gripping and atmospheric mystery, with a richly detailed Victorian setting and a clever plot. This book is a must-read for those who appreciate the blend of mystery, history, and supernatural elements found in Jayne Castle's series.

Alexander McCall Smith

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

For readers who enjoy the strong female protagonist and the unique setting of 'St. Helen's', 'The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency' is an excellent choice. Precious Ramotswe, the owner of Botswana's only detective agency for ladies, uses her intuition and compassion to solve mysteries in this heartwarming and uplifting series.

Alan Bradley

The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

If you're drawn to the amateur sleuth aspect of 'St. Helen's', you'll love this award-winning novel featuring 11-year-old Flavia de Luce. Set in the English countryside during the 1950s, Flavia uses her intelligence and curiosity to unravel a murder mystery, all while experimenting with chemistry and dodging her eccentric family members.

Louise Penny

A Rule Against Murder

Fans of Jayne Castle's series will appreciate the intricate mystery and vividly drawn characters in Louise Penny's 'A Rule Against Murder'. Set in the remote and atmospheric Three Pines village, Chief Inspector Armand Gamache investigates a murder at a family gathering. This book offers a rich and immersive reading experience, with a focus on character development and relationships.

Matthew Pearl

The Dante Club

For readers who enjoy the historical and supernatural elements of 'St. Helen's', 'The Dante Club' is a thrilling choice. Set in post-Civil War Boston, a series of murders inspired by Dante's Inferno sends a group of poets, including Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and Oliver Wendell Holmes, on a race to catch the killer. This literary mystery combines history, suspense, and the supernatural for a captivating read.

Jason Goodwin

The Janissary Tree

If you're captivated by the blend of mystery and the supernatural in 'St. Helen's', you'll enjoy this atmospheric historical mystery set in 1830s Istanbul. Yashim Togalu, a eunuch and investigator, is tasked with solving a series of murders that threaten the delicate balance of power in the Ottoman Empire. This book offers a richly detailed and immersive reading experience.

Susan Hill

The Various Haunts of Men

If you enjoy the blend of mystery and character development in 'St. Helen's', you'll appreciate this atmospheric and intelligent novel by Susan Hill. 'The Various Haunts of Men' introduces Detective Chief Superintendent Simon Serrailler, who investigates a series of murders in a small cathedral town. This book offers a rich and immersive reading experience, with a focus on character development and relationships.

Anne Tyler

The Amateur Marriage

For readers who appreciate the complex relationships and family dynamics in 'St. Helen's', 'The Amateur Marriage' is a thought-provoking and moving novel. Spanning several decades, this book explores the ups and downs of a marriage between two very different people, revealing the secrets, joys, and heartbreaks that shape their lives.

Donna Tartt

The Secret History

If you're drawn to the atmospheric and mysterious aspects of 'St. Helen's', you'll be captivated by Donna Tartt's 'The Secret History'. Set in a small, elite college in Vermont, this novel follows a group of classics students who become embroiled in a murder plot. This book offers a rich and immersive reading experience, with a focus on character development and relationships.