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The Man From Boston is a thrilling historical fiction series by W. Michael Gear. The series follows the story of a man who travels from Boston to the American West, encountering adventure, danger, and romance as he builds a new life in a challenging and unforgiving environment.
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The Luminaries
If you enjoyed the historical setting and complex characters of 'Man From Boston', you'll love 'The Luminaries'. This Man Booker Prize-winning novel is set in 1860s New Zealand and follows a wide cast of characters, all of whom are interconnected in unexpected ways. The intricate plot and rich historical detail make this a must-read for fans of Gear's series.
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The Alienist
Fans of 'Man From Boston' will appreciate the historical setting and thrilling mystery of 'The Alienist'. Set in 1896 New York City, the novel follows a criminal psychologist as he tries to track down a serial killer targeting boy prostitutes. With its vividly drawn characters and meticulously researched historical detail, 'The Alienist' is a gripping read.
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The Name of the Rose
If you enjoyed the intellectual challenges and historical intrigue of 'Man From Boston', you'll love 'The Name of the Rose'. This erudite novel is set in a 14th-century Italian monastery and follows a Franciscan friar and his young apprentice as they investigate a series of murders. With its dense plot and wealth of historical and philosophical references, 'The Name of the Rose' is a true feast for the mind.
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The Poisoner's Handbook
For readers who enjoyed the historical detail and forensic focus of 'Man From Boston', 'The Poisoner's Handbook' is a must-read. This fascinating work of non-fiction tells the story of the early days of forensic science in New York City, as a pioneering medical examiner and his toxicologist wife work to solve a series of bizarre and gruesome murders. With its vividly drawn characters and meticulously researched historical detail, 'The Poisoner's Handbook' is a gripping read.
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The Secret History
If you enjoyed the complex characters and intricate plotting of 'Man From Boston', you'll love 'The Secret History'. This critically acclaimed novel follows a group of classics students at a small liberal arts college as they become embroiled in a dark and dangerous secret. With its richly drawn characters and intricate plot, 'The Secret History' is a true page-turner.
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The Yiddish Policemen's Union
Fans of 'Man From Boston' will appreciate the historical setting and noir sensibility of 'The Yiddish Policemen's Union'. Set in an alternate history in which Jewish refugees have established a temporary state in Sitka, Alaska, the novel follows a detective as he investigates a murder and uncovers a vast conspiracy. With its vividly drawn characters and meticulously researched historical detail, 'The Yiddish Policemen's Union' is a must-read.
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The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane
If you enjoyed the historical detail and supernatural elements of 'Man From Boston', you'll love 'The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane'. Set in 1991, the novel follows a graduate student as she uncovers a centuries-old witch's curse while researching her doctoral dissertation. With its vividly drawn characters and meticulously researched historical detail, 'The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane' is a gripping read.
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The Lincoln Lawyer
For readers who enjoyed the legal drama and gritty realism of 'Man From Boston', 'The Lincoln Lawyer' is a must-read. This critically acclaimed novel follows a defense attorney as he takes on a high-profile case and uncovers a web of corruption and deceit. With its vividly drawn characters and fast-paced plot, 'The Lincoln Lawyer' is a true page-turner.
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The City & the City
If you enjoyed the historical detail and intellectual challenges of 'Man From Boston', you'll love 'The City & The City'. This critically acclaimed novel is set in a divided city where two distinct societies coexist in the same physical space. When a woman is murdered, a detective must navigate the complex politics and social dynamics of both societies to solve the crime. With its vividly drawn characters and intricate plot, 'The City & The City' is a true page-turner.
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The Devil in the White City
For readers who enjoyed the historical detail and true crime elements of 'Man From Boston', 'The Devil in the White City' is a must-read. This gripping work of non-fiction tells the story of the 1893 World's Fair in Chicago and the serial killer who used the fair as a hunting ground. With its vividly drawn characters and meticulously researched historical detail, 'The Devil in the White City' is a true page-turner.
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The Windup Girl
If you enjoyed the historical detail and speculative elements of 'Man From Boston', you'll love 'The Windup Girl'. This critically acclaimed novel is set in a dystopian future where climate change and genetic engineering have reshaped the world. When a powerful corporation threatens to destroy a small community of survivors, a young woman must use her skills as a gene-hacker to fight back. With its vividly drawn characters and intricate plot, 'The Windup Girl' is a true page-turner.
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