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Dorothy L. Sayers

The Nine Tailors

In this classic mystery, Lord Peter Wimsey finds himself stranded in a remote village during a terrible storm, and soon becomes embroiled in a complex case involving a missing diamond and a series of murders. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a witty and intelligent detective, and a plot that will keep you guessing until the very end.

Agatha Christie

Murder on the Orient Express

When a wealthy businessman is found murdered on the luxurious Orient Express, detective Hercule Poirot must interview all of the passengers to uncover the truth. As he delves deeper into the case, he discovers that everyone has something to hide. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a clever and resourceful detective, and a plot that is full of twists and turns.

Sue Grafton

A is for Alibi

In this thrilling mystery, private investigator Kinsey Millhone is hired to prove the innocence of a woman who has been convicted of murdering her husband. As she delves deeper into the case, she uncovers a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a strong and independent female protagonist, and a plot that will keep you on the edge of your seat.

Alan Bradley

The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie

In this charming mystery, eleven-year-old Flavia de Luce sets out to solve the murder of a stranger who has been found dead in her family's garden. As she investigates, she discovers a hidden world of secrets and lies that threaten to tear her family apart. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a clever and resourceful young protagonist, and a plot that is full of surprises.

Alexander McCall Smith

The No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency

In this delightful mystery, Precious Ramotswe opens the No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency in Botswana, and sets out to solve a series of mysteries that plague her community. As she works to uncover the truth, she discovers the power of friendship, community, and the human spirit. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a strong and independent female protagonist, and a plot that is full of warmth and humor.

Dorothy L. Sayers

Gaudy Night

When Harriet Vane returns to her alma mater to attend a reunion, she is drawn into a complex case involving a series of poison pen letters and a string of mysterious accidents. As she works to uncover the truth, she must confront her own past and the secrets that lie buried within the walls of the university. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a clever and resourceful female protagonist, and a plot that is full of twists and turns.

Dashiell Hammett

The Thin Man

In this classic mystery, retired detective Nick Charles and his socialite wife Nora are drawn into a complex case involving a missing inventor and a string of murders. As they work to uncover the truth, they must navigate a world of wealth, privilege, and danger. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a witty and intelligent detective, and a plot that is full of surprises.

Raymond Chandler

The Big Sleep

In this classic mystery, private detective Philip Marlowe is hired to investigate a blackmail case, but soon finds himself embroiled in a complex web of crime and corruption. As he works to uncover the truth, he must confront a cast of dangerous and unpredictable characters. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a tough and resourceful detective, and a plot that is full of action and suspense.

Raymond Chandler

The Long Goodbye

In this classic mystery, private detective Philip Marlowe becomes embroiled in a complex case involving a missing friend, a wealthy family, and a web of crime and corruption. As he works to uncover the truth, he must confront a cast of dangerous and unpredictable characters. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a tough and resourceful detective, and a plot that is full of surprises.

Raymond Chandler

The Lady in the Lake

In this classic mystery, private detective Philip Marlowe is hired to find a missing woman, but soon finds himself embroiled in a complex case involving a wealthy businessman, a beautiful actress, and a web of crime and corruption. As he works to uncover the truth, he must confront a cast of dangerous and unpredictable characters. Like Desiree Shapiro, this book features a tough and resourceful detective, and a plot that is full of surprises.