Can you recommend some good new historical mysteries fiction books?

One great historical fiction mystery book is 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. It's set in a medieval monastery and involves a series of mysterious deaths. Another is 'The Alienist' by Caleb Carr, which takes place in 19th - century New York City and follows the investigation of a serial killer. Also, 'An Instance of the Fingerpost' by Iain Pears is a complex and engaging mystery set in 17th - century Oxford.

One great New York historical fiction book is 'The Alienist' by Caleb Carr. It takes you back to 1896 New York City and follows a psychologist (the alienist) and a detective as they hunt a serial killer. Another is 'Gangs of New York' which vividly depicts the violent and chaotic underworld of the city in the 19th century.

Another excellent work could be 'Gangs of New York' by Herbert Asbury. It delves into the criminal underworld and the complex social fabric of New York in the past. It shows how different gangs and ethnic groups interacted and fought for power, giving a very detailed and gritty view of the city's history. There are also stories of political corruption and the struggle of the common people within this historical context.

One great New Zealand historical fiction is 'The Luminaries' by Eleanor Catton. It's set during the 1860s gold rush in New Zealand and has a complex and engaging plot with a large cast of characters. Another is 'Potiki' by Patricia Grace which delves into the Maori experience and the impact of colonialism on their land and culture.

One great New France historical fiction is 'The Colony of Unrequited Dreams' by Wayne Johnston. It delves into the early days of New France and the characters' lives within that setting.

There's also 'Death Comes for the Archbishop' which, while not a traditional mystery in the sense of a crime mystery, has elements of mystery as it explores the lives and challenges of the clergy in New Mexico.

There are several. For instance, 'Hamnet' by Maggie O'Farrell. It delves into the life of Shakespeare's family, especially his son Hamnet. It gives a vivid picture of the Elizabethan era. Another new book is 'The Book of Longings' by Sue Monk Kidd, which imagines the story of a woman in Jesus' time. And 'The Golem and the Jinni' by Helene Wecker is set in New York City at the turn of the 20th century, mixing historical settings with elements of Jewish and Arab folklore.

Well, there's 'The Name of the Rose' by Umberto Eco. It's set in a medieval monastery and has a complex mystery to solve, all while being filled with historical details. Then there's 'The Da Vinci Code', which is full of historical mystery, and has some elements that border on the fantastic as it delves into hidden secrets and symbols. Also, 'Good Omens' by Neil Gaiman and Terry Pratchett has a unique mix of historical elements and a very fantastical story about the end of the world.

Sure. 'The Vanishing Half' by Brit Bennett has elements of historical fiction. While it mainly focuses on the story of twin sisters in the 20th century United States, it also touches on racial and social issues of the time, providing a historical backdrop for the characters' lives.

One of the top new historical fiction books is 'The Pull of the Stars' which is set during the 1918 flu pandemic. It shows the experiences of a nurse during that difficult time. Another good one is 'The Mirror & the Light', the final part of the Wolf Hall trilogy, which gives a detailed look at the life of Thomas Cromwell in Tudor England. It's full of historical details and political intrigue.