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Georgette Heyer

The Grand Sophy

Another fantastic read from Georgette Heyer, The Grand Sophy tells the story of a young woman who is sent to live with her aunt and cousins in London. Sophy is a force to be reckoned with, and she soon has the household in disarray as she tries to fix their problems and find them suitable matches. With its sparkling dialogue and unforgettable characters, this book is sure to appeal to fans of Edith Layton's Theatre series.

Paul Gallico

Jennie

If you're looking for a historical novel with a strong female protagonist, you'll love Jennie by Paul Gallico. The book tells the story of Lady Jennie Churchill, the mother of Winston Churchill, as she navigates the challenges of high society and raises her family in Victorian England. With its richly detailed setting and unforgettable characters, Jennie is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Daisy Goodwin

The American Heiress

If you enjoyed the social commentary and historical detail of Edith Layton's Theatre series, you'll love The American Heiress by Daisy Goodwin. The book tells the story of Cora Cash, a wealthy American heiress who marries a British aristocrat and finds herself navigating the treacherous waters of high society. With its vividly drawn characters and richly detailed setting, The American Heiress is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Edith Wharton

The Buccaneers

If you're looking for a historical novel with a focus on social class and the challenges of navigating high society, you'll love The Buccaneers by Edith Wharton. The book tells the story of four American heiresses who marry into the British aristocracy and find themselves struggling to fit in. With its sharp social commentary and unforgettable characters, The Buccaneers is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Donna Tartt

The Secret History

If you enjoyed the intricate plots and complex characters of Edith Layton's Theatre series, you'll love The Secret History by Donna Tartt. The book tells the story of a group of students at a small liberal arts college who become embroiled in a murder plot. With its richly detailed setting and unforgettable characters, The Secret History is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers.

Michel Faber

The Crimson Petal and the White

If you're looking for a historical novel with a dark and gritty edge, you'll love The Crimson Petal and the White by Michel Faber. The book tells the story of Sugar, a prostitute in Victorian London, as she tries to make a better life for herself. With its vividly drawn characters and richly detailed setting, The Crimson Petal and the White is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Sarah Perry

The Essex Serpent

If you enjoyed the social commentary and historical detail of Edith Layton's Theatre series, you'll love The Essex Serpent by Sarah Perry. The book tells the story of a young widow who moves to a small village in Essex and becomes embroiled in a mystery surrounding a mythical sea creature. With its vividly drawn characters and richly detailed setting, The Essex Serpent is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Michael Cox

The Meaning of Night

If you're looking for a historical novel with a dark and atmospheric edge, you'll love The Meaning of Night by Michael Cox. The book tells the story of a man who is haunted by his past and becomes embroiled in a deadly game of cat and mouse. With its vividly drawn characters and richly detailed setting, The Meaning of Night is a must-read for fans of psychological thrillers.

Diane Setterfield

The Thirteenth Tale

If you enjoyed the intricate plots and complex characters of Edith Layton's Theatre series, you'll love The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield. The book tells the story of a reclusive author who hires a young biographer to tell her life story. As the two women delve into the past, they uncover a series of shocking secrets. With its vividly drawn characters and richly detailed setting, The Thirteenth Tale is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.

Elizabeth Gilbert

The Signature of All Things

If you're looking for a historical novel with a strong female protagonist and a focus on science and exploration, you'll love The Signature of All Things by Elizabeth Gilbert. The book tells the story of Alma Whittaker, a brilliant and curious woman who becomes obsessed with the study of mosses. With its vividly drawn characters and richly detailed setting, The Signature of All Things is a must-read for fans of historical fiction.