Browsing: Historical Mysteries

In this haunting tale from a New York Times bestselling author, a ragtag crew investigates what happened on Christmas Day, 1893 — when every living soul in an isolated mining town vanished… “Terrific” (Lee Child), with nearly 4,500 five-star Goodreads ratings.

A “hypnotic” New York Times bestseller (USA Today): Maid to a glamorous designer aboard the Titanic’s doomed voyage, Tess must choose between loyalty, truth, and ambition when shocking information comes to light. “Compelling… I can’t stop thinking about this book and its characters” (Sarah Jio).

After a king is murdered en route to his own wedding, Gwen, the court bard’s daughter, joins forces with Sir Gareth to uncover a conspiracy with shattering consequences… An epic tale of mystery and romance with over 1,000 five-star Goodreads ratings!

Top-rated on BookBub and “an ideal blend of history and mystery” (RT Book Reviews): In the aftermath of the Civil War, Boston governess Nell tries to prove the innocence of William Hewitt, a troubled battle surgeon accused of murder. “Stunning” (Victoria Thompson), with over 2,300 five-star Goodreads ratings!

A New York Times bestseller with over 5,300 five-star ratings on Goodreads: Beautiful courtesan Fiammetta flees the 1527 Sack of Rome to take refuge in Venice. Can she recapture her former glory? “A vivid vision of Venetian life… Irresistible” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

From “one of the greatest mystery story writers of this century” (Los Angeles Times): Renowned investigator Lord Peter Wimsey unravels a murder steeped in the traditions of a small country town. A classic whodunit with over 5,100 five-star Goodreads ratings!

A compelling take on one of the greatest mysteries in history: Who set the renowned Library of Alexandria ablaze? When Heron’s brother dies, she uses his identity as a disguise and becomes a famous inventor — even as she tries to find the arsonist…

First in a beloved series from a New York Times bestselling author: In a sleepy 1950s village, young sleuth Flavia de Luce must solve the mystery of a baffling message left at her doorstep and a dead man in the cucumber patch. An Agatha Award winner!