The Years of Rice and Salt, authored by Kim Stanley Robinson, is an alternative history mystery that explores what would have happened if the Black Death had wiped out 99% of Europe's population instead of one-third. The novel follows a group of characters who are reincarnated throughout history, witnessing the development of different civilizations and grappling with the mysteries of life and death. Robinson's epic storytelling and philosophical themes make The Years of Rice and Salt a captivating read for fans of alternative history and mystery genres.
