10 Best Books Like Give Unto Others

If you loved Give Unto Others by Donna Leon, here are the most similar books our readers recommend.

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Commissario Brunetti investigates the death of a wealthy Venetian philanthropist whose charitable work masked darker secrets about art trafficking and corruption

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Still Life cover

Still Life

Inspector Gamache #1 (works standalone)

by Louise Penny

4.32008312 pages

Why you'll love it:

This mystery shares a gentle and contemplative tone that will resonate with Give Unto Others fans.

Quick Comparison: Books Like Give Unto Others

BookAuthorRatingYearPagesBest For
Judgment PreyJohn Sandford0Closest match
The Man Who Died TwiceRichard Osman4.62022400Similar vibes
Random in DeathJ.D. Robb0Similar vibes
Shadow of the SolsticeAnne Hillerman0Similar vibes
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Still LifeLouise Penny4.32008312Similar vibes
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Frequently Asked Questions

What books are most similar to Give Unto Others?

The most similar books to Give Unto Others are Judgment Prey, The Man Who Died Twice, Random in Death.

What should I read after Give Unto Others?

After finishing Give Unto Others, readers most commonly pick up Judgment Prey next.

Who writes books like Donna Leon?

Authors similar to Donna Leon include Clayton Rawson, Stuart Turton, Rex Stout, Richard Osman, Agatha Christie.

What genre is Give Unto Others?

Give Unto Others is a Mystery novel by Donna Leon. It features elements of Venice Setting, Police Procedural, Italian Culture.

How long is Give Unto Others?

Give Unto Others varies in length depending on edition.

Does Give Unto Others have romance/spice?

Give Unto Others has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.

About Give Unto Others

Commissario Brunetti investigates the death of a wealthy Venetian philanthropist whose charitable work masked darker secrets about art trafficking and corruption. As Brunetti delves into Venice's elite social circles, he uncovers a web of greed and deception that threatens the city's cultural heritage while challenging his own moral assumptions. Leon continues her masterful series with another atmospheric Venetian mystery that combines police procedural with cultural critique and the unique beauty and complexity of Venice as both setting and character. Essential for series fans and perfect for international mystery readers who appreciate Italian settings, art world crimes, and detectives who navigate both criminal investigation and the social politics of historic European cities.