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Oliver Pötzsch

The Hangman's Daughter

For a historical mystery set in a different time and place, try Oliver Pötzsch's The Hangman's Daughter. This novel is set in 17th-century Germany, and follows the adventures of Magdalena, the daughter of a hangman, who becomes embroiled in a dangerous mystery involving a series of grisly murders. With its rich historical detail and gripping plot, The Hangman's Daughter is a must-read for fans of Simon Levack's immersive and atmospheric mysteries.

Katherine Howe

The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane

If you're interested in historical mysteries with a supernatural twist, try Katherine Howe's The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane. This novel is set in Salem, Massachusetts, and follows the adventures of a graduate student named Connie Goodwin, who discovers a centuries-old manuscript that may hold the key to a dark secret. With its blend of history, mystery, and the supernatural, The Physick Book of Deliverance Dane is a captivating read that will appeal to fans of Simon Levack's imaginative and atmospheric mysteries.

Umberto Eco

The Name of the Rose

For a historical mystery that is both intellectually stimulating and deeply immersive, try Umberto Eco's The Name of the Rose. This novel is set in a medieval monastery, and follows the adventures of a Franciscan friar named William of Baskerville, who is called upon to solve a series of mysterious deaths. With its rich historical detail, complex plot, and philosophical musings, The Name of the Rose is a must-read for fans of Simon Levack's thought-provoking and intricate mysteries.

Anita Diamant

The Red Tent

If you're looking for a historical novel with a strong female protagonist, try Anita Diamant's The Red Tent. This novel tells the story of Dinah, the daughter of Jacob and Leah, and offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Israel. While not a mystery in the traditional sense, The Red Tent shares with Simon Levack's Aztec Murder Mystery series a commitment to historical accuracy and a deep appreciation for the complexities of human relationships.

China Miéville

The City & the City

For a mystery that challenges the boundaries of genre and imagination, try China Miéville's The City & The City. This novel is set in two fictional cities, Besźel and Ul Qoma, which occupy the same physical space but are perceived by their inhabitants as separate and distinct. When a woman is murdered in Besźel, a detective named Tyador Borlú is called upon to solve the case, and quickly finds himself entangled in a web of intrigue that spans both cities. With its innovative premise, complex plot, and thought-provoking themes, The City & The City is a must-read for fans of Simon Levack's imaginative and boundary-pushing mysteries.