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Oliver Pötzsch

The Hangman's Daughter

For readers who appreciate the historical setting and intricate plotting of 'Joliffe the Player', 'The Hangman's Daughter' is a great choice. Set in 17th century Germany, the story follows a hangman and his daughter as they investigate a series of murders linked to witchcraft. This book combines elements of historical fiction, mystery, and horror, making it a great read for fans of Frazer's series.

Umberto Eco

The Name of the Rose

If you enjoy the blend of history, mystery, and philosophy in 'Joliffe the Player', you'll love 'The Name of the Rose'. Set in a 14th century Italian monastery, the story follows a Franciscan friar and his young apprentice as they investigate a series of murders. This book is a complex and challenging read, with multiple layers of meaning and a richly detailed historical setting.

Noah Gordon

The Physician

For fans of 'Joliffe the Player' who enjoy historical settings and medical mysteries, 'The Physician' is a great choice. Set in 11th century England and Persia, the story follows a young orphan who becomes apprenticed to a Jewish physician and eventually travels to Persia to study medicine. This book combines elements of historical fiction, adventure, and medical drama, making it a great read for fans of Frazer's series.

Paulo Coelho

The Alchemist

If you enjoy the philosophical themes and spiritual journeys in 'Joliffe the Player', you'll love 'The Alchemist'. Set in 13th century Spain and Egypt, the story follows a young shepherd named Santiago as he travels in search of a treasure. Along the way, he encounters a series of mentors and guides who help him discover his true purpose in life. This book is a modern classic of spiritual literature, with a timeless message about the power of following one's dreams.

Michel Faber

The Crimson Petal and the White

For readers who appreciate the complex characters and richly detailed historical setting of 'Joliffe the Player', 'The Crimson Petal and the White' is a great choice. Set in 19th century London, the story follows a young prostitute named Sugar as she navigates the city's seedy underworld. This book is a sprawling and ambitious work of historical fiction, with a large cast of characters and a complex plot that will appeal to fans of Frazer's series.

Ken Follett

The Pillars of the Earth

If you enjoy the historical setting and epic scope of 'Joliffe the Player', you'll love 'The Pillars of the Earth'. Set in 12th century England, the story follows a series of characters as they build a cathedral in the town of Kingsbridge. Along the way, they encounter a series of challenges and obstacles, including war, political intrigue, and personal tragedy. This book is a sweeping work of historical fiction, with a richly detailed setting and a complex plot that will appeal to fans of Frazer's series.

Matthew Pearl

The Dante Club

For readers who enjoy the blend of history, mystery, and literature in 'Joliffe the Player', 'The Dante Club' is a great choice. Set in 19th century Boston, the story follows a group of poets as they translate Dante's Divine Comedy and investigate a series of murders linked to the poem. This book combines elements of historical fiction, mystery, and literary criticism, making it a great read for fans of Frazer's series.