Dorothy Dunnett

Dorothy Dunnett is widely celebrated for her Lymond Chronicles, a series of historical novels set in 16th-century Europe, known for their intricate plots, detailed historical research, and complex characters. She also wrote the Niccolò series, which serves as a prequel to the Lymond Chronicles.

For new readers, it is often recommended to start with The Lymond Chronicles, beginning with "The Game of Kings." After completing that series, you can then read The House of Niccolò series, which is a prequel.

Dorothy Dunnett also wrote a series of contemporary thrillers under the pseudonym Dorothy Halliday. These books feature a character named Johnson and offer a different style from her historical fiction.