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Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear

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In Maisie Dobbs, did you enjoy ...

... a strong female protagonist with intelligence and resilience?

The Beekeeper's Apprentice by Laurie R. King

If you were drawn to Maisie Dobbs’s sharp mind and determination as she navigates post-war England, you’ll love The Beekeeper's Apprentice, where Mary Russell partners with Sherlock Holmes and shines as a brilliant, independent investigator whose growth and wit match Maisie’s strength.

... deep psychological exploration of a central character?

The Remains of the Day by Kazuo Ishiguro

If you enjoyed the introspective journey into Maisie’s memories and motivations, you’ll appreciate the profound psychological depth of The Remains of the Day, where Stevens, an English butler, reflects on duty, regret, and identity with similar subtlety and emotional resonance.

... a slow-burning, atmospheric mystery?

A Great Deliverance by Elizabeth George

If you liked how Maisie Dobbs slowly unfurled its secrets and atmosphere, A Great Deliverance offers a similarly intricate, gradual buildup as Inspector Lynley and Sergeant Havers delve into a haunting murder in Yorkshire, balancing mood and character-driven suspense.

... a multi-layered plot with interwoven mysteries across eras?

The Secret Keeper by Kate Morton

If the intertwining mysteries and layered narrative of Maisie Dobbs captivated you, The Secret Keeper will delight with its intricate plot, moving between past and present as Laurel uncovers the long-buried secrets of her mother’s youth.

... unexpected plot twists and subtle suspense?

Fingersmith by Sarah Waters

If you relished the surprises and revelations in Maisie Dobbs, Fingersmith will grip you with its masterful twists, as Sue Trinder’s world is upended by shocking betrayals and cunning deceptions in Victorian England.

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