If you enjoy reading books by Michael Jecks then you might also like the following authors:
Bernard Knight brings medieval crime fiction vividly to life through authentic history and intriguing mysteries.
His Crowner John series set in 12th-century England introduces readers to Sir John de Wolfe, a determined coroner who solves crimes amid the gritty realities of medieval society.
In The Sanctuary Seeker, Knight offers well-researched plots with engaging characters and a fascinating look at early forensic practices.
C.J. Sansom creates rich historical mysteries set in Tudor England. His novels featuring the lawyer Matthew Shardlake balance detailed historical accuracy with complex characters and suspenseful storytelling.
One standout novel is Dissolution, where readers explore monastic intrigue, political unrest, and hidden murders set against the backdrop of Henry VIII's turbulent reign.
S.J. Parris crafts atmospheric thrillers blending history, religion, and mystery. Her novels follow Giordano Bruno, an Italian philosopher and former monk navigating England's treacherous political landscape during Elizabeth's reign.
In Heresy, Parris explores themes of religious conflict, espionage, and murder, offering suspenseful plots grounded in careful historical detail.
Susanna Gregory writes mysteries centered on intricate plots and fascinating historical contexts. In her Matthew Bartholomew series, set in 14th-century Cambridge, she combines realistic historical detail with cleverly constructed mysteries.
A Plague on Both Your Houses introduces readers to Bartholomew, a physician confronting murder, politics, and deadly plague, in a gripping medieval tale.
Paul Doherty immerses readers in vivid and often dark depictions of historical crimes. He skillfully blends factual screenplays with absorbing fictional mysteries.
In The Nightingale Gallery, the first installment of his Brother Athelstan series, Doherty delivers an engaging narrative filled with political intrigue, hidden secrets, and unexpected twists within the vibrant chaos of medieval London.
Peter Tremayne writes vividly about medieval mysteries set in ancient Ireland. He explores early Irish society, traditions, and intriguing crimes through his intelligent and thoughtful protagonist, Sister Fidelma.
If you enjoy Michael Jecks' historical detail and clever mysteries, you might like Tremayne's Absolution by Murder, which introduces Fidelma during an intriguing murder investigation at a religious council.
Ellis Peters creates atmospheric medieval mysteries featuring thoughtful storytelling and believable characters. Her Cadfael Chronicles, centered on Brother Cadfael, blend historical accuracy with thought-provoking mysteries.
Readers who appreciate Michael Jecks' realistic historical settings and insightful characters may enjoy Peters' A Morbid Taste for Bones, the compelling first Cadfael mystery.
Sharan Newman crafts immersive historical narratives featuring complex characters and richly detailed medieval settings. Her stories often center around themes of family, religion, and societal tensions, wrapped neatly within her plots.
If you enjoy Michael Jecks' balance between story and setting, try Newman's Death Comes as Epiphany, introducing Catherine LeVendeur, a smart and relatable sleuth investigating religious intrigue in medieval France.
Candace Robb is known for her captivating medieval mysteries set in 14th-century England. Her stories combine vivid historical backgrounds with suspenseful plots and relatable characters.
Fans of Michael Jecks' historical accuracy and engaging storytelling might appreciate Robb's The Apothecary Rose, the first novel featuring Owen Archer, a resourceful detective investigating mysterious deaths in medieval York.
Rory Clements writes thrilling historical mysteries set in Elizabethan England, blending political intrigue, espionage, and suspenseful storytelling. His stories often feature espionage plots, complex characters, and richly realized historical settings.
Readers who love Michael Jecks for his twists, historical authenticity, and strong narrative pace may want to explore Clements' Martyr, the first John Shakespeare mystery filled with conspiracy, murder, and high stakes drama.
Kate Sedley writes engaging medieval mysteries that blend historical detail and suspense. Her Roger the Chapman series introduces readers to Roger, a traveling peddler who solves crimes in 15th-century England.
If you appreciate Michael Jecks's blend of history and intrigue, you'll enjoy Sedley's lively plots and vivid settings in novels such as Death and the Chapman.
Margaret Frazer crafts intriguing medieval mysteries rich in historical accuracy and atmosphere. Her Sister Frevisse series, starting with The Novice's Tale, features a nun whose keen intellect helps unravel complex and dangerous conspiracies in a 15th-century convent.
Frazer's skillful storytelling offers a detailed portrayal of everyday medieval life, ideal if you're fond of Michael Jecks's authentic period narratives.
Jason Goodwin brings historical Istanbul vividly to life with his colorful investigator, Yashim the Eunuch. In The Janissary Tree, Goodwin blends intricate plotting and vibrant characters with a textured depiction of Ottoman-era Turkey.
Like Jecks, Goodwin combines meticulous historical research with absorbing mystery, providing readers with a unique adventure filled with exotic details and suspense.
Giles Kristian immerses readers in epic, action-packed historical fiction that captures the drama and brutality of the Viking Age and medieval Britain. In books like Raven: Blood Eye, he creates strong characters and gripping battle sequences.
Readers attracted to the dark, well-paced storytelling of Michael Jecks will find Giles Kristian's novels equally absorbing.
James Forrester presents engrossing historical thrillers with a blend of espionage, politics, and intrigue in Elizabethan England. His novel Sacred Treason explores dangerous conspiracies and hidden relics, capturing the tension of a politically turbulent era.
Fans of Michael Jecks will appreciate Forrester's fast-paced storytelling, rich historical detail, and complex plots.