The Hangman's Daughter, The Dark Monk and then The Beggar King (I haven't read the last one yet) by Oliver Pötzsch. This series is a little pop-fictionish, but is satisfying none the less. Set in 17th century Germany the resigned but generous and lovely hangman, Jacob Kusil, and his daughter Magdalena solve crimes with the help of Simon, the silly doctor to be who has a relationship with Magdalena (though she is waaaay too good for him). The historical elements are fun and being in Germany at such a time and learning about the job of life of a hangman is oddly enjoyable. Magdalena is a gem and she and her father bring their own unique spirits to crime solving.
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