The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman — Another cozy mystery series featuring amateur sleuths investigating cold cases with warmth, humor, and community spirit.
The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie by Alan Bradley — Character-driven mystery with historical elements and small-town atmosphere, though featuring a young female protagonist.
The Name of the Rose by Umberto Eco — Historical mystery combining philosophical depth with murder investigation, though more intellectually demanding and medieval in setting.