Another good choice is 'The Alienist' by Caleb Carr. It takes you back in time to a gritty, mysterious New York City in the past. The characters are well - developed and the mystery keeps you hooked throughout.
Sure. 'The Anatomist's Wife' by Anna Lee Huber is a great one. It combines historical settings with mystery elements very well.
One great historical fiction mystery book is 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. It's set in a medieval monastery and involves a series of mysterious deaths. Another is 'The Alienist' by Caleb Carr, which takes place in 19th - century New York City and follows the investigation of a serial killer. Also, 'An Instance of the Fingerpost' by Iain Pears is a complex and engaging mystery set in 17th - century Oxford.
I also like 'Pachinko' by Min Jin Lee. It follows a Korean family over four generations, starting from early 1900s Korea and then their migration to Japan. It shows the historical context of Korean - Japanese relations, discrimination, and the family's struggle to survive and thrive in a foreign land.
There's also 'Death Comes for the Archbishop' which, while not a traditional mystery in the sense of a crime mystery, has elements of mystery as it explores the lives and challenges of the clergy in New Mexico.
One great New York historical fiction book is 'The Alienist' by Caleb Carr. It takes you back to 1896 New York City and follows a psychologist (the alienist) and a detective as they hunt a serial killer. Another is 'Gangs of New York' which vividly depicts the violent and chaotic underworld of the city in the 19th century.
Another excellent work could be 'Gangs of New York' by Herbert Asbury. It delves into the criminal underworld and the complex social fabric of New York in the past. It shows how different gangs and ethnic groups interacted and fought for power, giving a very detailed and gritty view of the city's history. There are also stories of political corruption and the struggle of the common people within this historical context.
One great New Zealand historical fiction is 'The Luminaries' by Eleanor Catton. It's set during the 1860s gold rush in New Zealand and has a complex and engaging plot with a large cast of characters. Another is 'Potiki' by Patricia Grace which delves into the Maori experience and the impact of colonialism on their land and culture.
One great New France historical fiction is 'The Colony of Unrequited Dreams' by Wayne Johnston. It delves into the early days of New France and the characters' lives within that setting.
Well, there's 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. It's set in a medieval monastery and has a complex mystery to solve, all while being filled with historical details. Then there's 'The Da Vinci Code', which is full of historical mystery, and has some elements that border on the fantastic as it delves into hidden secrets and symbols. Also, 'Good Omens' by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett has a unique mix of historical elements and a very fantastical story about the end of the world.
Sure. 'The Song of Achilles' by Madeline Miller is a great one. It retells the story of Achilles in a very engaging way. Another is 'Pachinko' by Min Jin Lee, which follows a Korean family over generations. Also, 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead is excellent, presenting a fictional take on the real - world concept of the Underground Railroad.
Sure. 'The Four Winds' by Kristin Hannah is a great new historical fiction book. It tells a story about a woman's struggle during the Great Depression. Another one is 'The Vanishing Half' by Brit Bennett, which explores themes of race and identity in a historical context.