I have just read the five entries in the Shardlake mystery series in order. These are set in the the England of Henry VIII, beginning with the last years of Thomas Cromwell. Shardlake is a lawyer who becomes involved with the highest levels of court, while involved simultaneously with the travails of the common folk...which usually become intertwined.

While I was thoroughly entertained by the novels, I hope there are no more. I think five books is sufficient for any character.

Sansom, C.J. (2003). Dissolution.
Sansom, C.J. (2004). Dark Fire. (my particular favorite)
Sansom, C.J. (2006). Sovereign.
Sansom, C.J. (2008). Revelation.
Sansom, C.J. (2010). Heartstone.