About C.J. Archer
We list 29 books by C.J. Archer so far, from 3 series.
Tagged on most of their books: City (Historical) and British.
Latest addition to our list: Bloodlines and Birthright: A Novel from the World of GLASS AND STEELE (added November 2026).
If you like C.J. Archer, try Agatha Christie, Amanda M. Lee and Benedict Brown.
What readers say
C.J. Archer is best known for historical fantasy mysteries set in Victorian London, including Glass and Steele, the Ministry of Curiosities and the Glass Library. Readers enjoy her fast, easy, atmospheric stories, spirited heroines, likable supporting casts, light magic and slow-burn romances that stay in the background. Common criticisms are plots that turn formulaic or repetitive across a long series, slow middles, thin world-building and mysteries, heroines who act inconsistently, and controlling heroes in her earlier books.
Best for: Readers who want light historical fantasy mysteries with a slow-burn romance and don't mind a formula.
Summary of public reader reviews, updated October 2026.
