Historical Detective Novels

George Meredith stands as a titan in the canon of English literature, known for his erudite explorations of human character and society. His work often reflects his own experiences and the sociopolit …

‘Aunt Jane’s Nieces on Vacation’is a novel by L. Frank Baum, published in 1912. L. Frank Baum is best known for writing ‘The Wonderful Wizard of Oz’ and its sequels, but he also penned numerous other …

Agatha Christie’s trusted housekeeper, Phyllida Bright, has become an amateur sleuth in her own right, using her little grey cells to solve crimes. When a party game leads to murder, she decides to c …

The Hound of the Baskervilles by Arthur Conan Doyle: A Sherlock Holmes mystery that blends elements of Gothic horror with detective fiction, set on the eerie moors of England. …

‘Madame Bovary’ is a novel by Gustave Flaubert, first published in 1856. It tells the story of Emma Bovary, a young woman trapped in a provincial life and an unhappy marriage. Dissatisfied with her b …

‘Some Haunted Houses of England and Wales’ is indeed one of Elliott O’Donnell’s works. This book, first published in 1908, explores various haunted locations in England and Wales, providing accounts …

Gulliver’s Travels by Jonathan Swift: A satirical novel that recounts the adventures of Lemuel Gulliver as he travels to various strange lands, offering commentary on human nature and society. …

In a world at odds with progress and power, Frankie learns the truth comes at a deadly price.  Frankie Keys rose to stardom in New Port, Louisiana, during the decadent Jazz Age. Audiences were c …

‘The Science of Getting Rich’ is a self-help book written by Wallace D. Wattles and first published in 1910. It is one of the earliest books to emphasize the power of positive thinking and the law of …

Heiress Prudence Mac Kenzie and ex-Pinkerton Geoffrey Hunter are about to become more than partners as investigators—they are to be wed at Trinity Church in Lower Manhattan. But a killer has designs …