Historical crime and mysteries

Akunin goes noir as Fandorin meets bandits!

The second novel in a brilliant new Napoleonic series from acclaimed historian Adrian Goldsworthy.

Longlisted for Fiction Book of the Year at The Saltires: Scotland's National Book Awards 2026A brand new crime series from the award-winning author of the Harry McCoy books'A notably original protagonist .

Si eres mujer, no importa la verdad, no importa lo que digasEdimburgo, octubre de 1679.

In a city of masks, no one is what they seem .

'A masterpiece' - Lisa ScottolineIn 1944, during one of the fiercest conflicts the world has ever known, three strangers' lives collide .

A beautiful story of love and survival for fans of Ruth Hogan and Sally Page.

'Deep-diving and elegant' Margaret Atwood'Takes the gothic genre by the scruff of the neck' Bernadine Evaristo-----'They say I must be put to death for what happened to Madame, and they want me to confess.

For lovers of Sherlock, Shardlake and Ripper Street.

Discover the captivating story of courage, daring and love from the No.

Discover the compelling story of courage, friendship and love from the bestselling author of You'll Never See Me Again, Lesley Pearse'A heart-warming and evocative tale .

He is fond of enigmas, of conundrums, hieroglyphics; exhibiting in his solutions of each a degree of acumen which appears to the ordinary apprehension praeternatural.

'The emperor's mistress had been murdered, and the world had been taken hold of and turned upon its head' Prague, 1599.

NO CRIME IS EVER TRULY BURIED.

A hidden past.

FANS OF DIANA GABALDON AND KATE MOSSE WILL FIND MUCH TO LOVE IN THIS VIVID STORY OF LOST LOVE AND POWERFUL SECRETS.

'If you haven't read Kate Morton before, do yourself a favour' - Graham NortonKate Morton's global bestselling novel, The Secret Keeper, is a spellbinding story of secrets, murder and enduring love.

Inspired by the true story of mountaineer George Mallory, Paths of Glory bring to life one of history's enduringly enigmatic figures in a stunning novel from bestselling author Jeffrey Archer.

Shortlisted for the CWA Ellis Peters Historical Dagger Award, retired Inspector John Madden returns in Rennie Airth's The Dead of Winter.

The Distant Hours is a heartbreaking story of love and loss, with a devastating secret at its heart.

Mystery & Suspense gathers E.

'There was a rumour, too, that he was a devil-worshipper, or something of that sort, and also that he had the evil eye.

'There was a rumour, too, that he was a devil-worshipper, or something of that sort, and also that he had the evil eye.

'Well, a corpse is a natural thing; but this was the dreadfullest sight I ever sid.

'There was a rumour, too, that he was a devil-worshipper, or something of that sort, and also that he had the evil eye.

'There was a rumour, too, that he was a devil-worshipper, or something of that sort, and also that he had the evil eye.

Dark and compelling, The Pleasures of Men is a gothic thriller which marks Kate Williams as a stunning new voice in historical fiction.

Be transported from London to New Orleans and beyond in this powerful, moving historical novel from the international bestseller Lesley PearseShe witnessed a murder - and now her life is in danger .

A heartbreaking, enduring and masterfully told story set in the battlefields of the First World War from the international number one bestselling author Lesley PearseWar threatens to take all she has loved and lived for .

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Before George R.

Discover the compelling and addictive adventure from one of the nation's favourite historical writers, perfect for fans of Game of Thrones 'A brilliant storyteller, The Lymond Chronicles will keep you reading late into the night' The Times Literary Supplement ________ 'I despised men who accepted their fate.

Before George R.

The Falcons of Fire and Ice by Karen Maitland, author of the hugely popular Company of Liars, is a powerful historical thriller which takes you right back to the darkest corners of the 16th century.

1210 and a black force is sweeping England.

Before George R.

'A richly evocative page-turner .

FEATURED IN THE TIMES TOP 100 CRIME & THRILLERS SINCE 1945 Bleeding Heart Square is a tense historical thriller from the bestselling author of The Ashes of London1934, LondonInto the decaying cul-de-sac of Bleeding Heart Square steps aristocratic Lydia Langstone fleeing an abusive marriage.

Asta's Book is a classic double-detective story by crime master Barbara VineFor a good, absorbing, well-told story, you could hardly better the unveiling of Asta's secret' Sunday TimesIt is 1905.

Featuring beautiful cover art from artist Laci Fowler, this fine exclusive collector's edition of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's Sherlock Holmes anthology is a must have for book lovers or amateur sleuths.

Nothingand no oneat Croft Towers is what they claim in this Gothic Regency romance.

A profound allegory of good and evil, and a deep exploration of human interaction, black and white, alternately beautiful and tender, cruel and unsettling.

Winner of the Crook's Corner Book Prize, finalist for the Golden Poppy Award, and longlisted for the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize"e;This immersive, full-bodied novel will keep its hooks in you long after the last page is read, and marks the arrival of a tremendously wise and talented writer.

En l’an 1530, Paolo Grillandi, juge pontifical et président du tribunal séculier de Rome, enquête sur un homicide turbide et un enlèvement ignoble, parvenant, peu à peu, et non sans en payer un lourd tribut, à éclaircir d’obscures agissements de personnages excellents acquis au satanisme, à l’assassinat et à la sexualité la plus bestiale, et livrant finalement à la justice des auteurs, non pas d’un mais d’une longue série de délits, qu’il condamnera à être brûlés, selon la loi de l’époque ; mais bien que longue, dangereuse, et minée par les attentats à sa vie, c’est le chemin que le magistrat doit parcourir pour aboutir à la preuve.

'A brilliantly imagined World War II saga' Kirkus A compellingly chaotic blend of art-heist thriller, wartime adventure, historical epic and coming-of-age drama Observer Derek B Miller has crafted an ambitious, sometimes tricksy story full of colourful characters darkly funny, readable and intelligent Times_________________We will lie, cheat, steal, fight, kill, and sin our way to Napoli.

Meet Harriet White, Sherlock Holmes' feisty - and entirely fake - assistant, in this gloriously new take on one of Sherlock's most famous cases, perfect for fans of Anita Prose, Verity Bright and Janice Hallett.

In The Blue Diamond, Annie Haynes fashions a taut thriller around a fabulous jewel whose beauty is inseparable from danger, secrecy, and moral corruption.

This carefully crafted ebook: "The Door with Seven Locks (A British Classic Mystery)" is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.

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De la autora del espectacular éxito de ventas El secreto de la boticaria, nos llega ahora una fascinante historia sobre dos mujeres audaces que persiguen la verdad y la justicia mediante el peligroso arte de invocar a los muertos.