Browsing: Biographical Fiction

In his latest historical novel Ike and Kay, acclaimed author James MacManus brings to life an unbelievably true and controversial…

In 1940s New Jersey, 52-year-old Frank LaSalle abducts 11-year-old Sally Horner. Based on the true story that inspired Vladimir Nabokov’s Lolita, this novel is “shatteringly original and eloquently written… I found myself holding my breath” (New York Times bestselling author Caroline Leavitt).

From a New York Times bestselling author: Grace saves a group of shipwreck survivors — and a century later, Matilda discovers a half-finished portrait of a woman that holds a mysterious connection to her family history… “A splendid read” (New York Times bestselling author Kate Quinn).

1915, San Francisco: As Charmian grows frustrated by her marriage to novelist Jack London, an encounter with Harry Houdini gives her an intoxicating glimpse of a different kind of man…

Based on a true story: Despite her parents’ disapproval, Kathleen “Kick” Kennedy falls for Billy Hartington, the future Duke of Devonshire. And when World War II begins, Kick must choose between family and love… A “well-paced and engaging novel” that will “appeal to fans of TV’s Downton Abbey” (USA Today).

As she nears the end of her life, 96-year-old Doris sifts through the decades of memories contained in her carefully maintained address book — and helps her grandniece, Jenny, unravel their family secrets. “Written with love, told with joy” (Fredrik Backman, New York Times bestselling author of A Man Called Ove).

In 1916 New Jersey, deputy sheriff Constance Kopp transports a woman to a psychiatric hospital — but the woman’s story raises her suspicions. With her hard-won job on the line, Constance must decide how far she’ll go to seek justice. “Stewart skillfully builds nail-biting suspense” (Publishers Weekly).

A witty and inherently feminist novel about passion and marriage, based on a true story of an unstoppable woman ahead…

In this “compelling” and “unforgettable” novel (Library Journal) based on a true story, Jewish tattooist Lale falls in love with Gita, another prisoner at Auschwitz-Birkenau — and becomes determined to survive the concentration camp and marry her. “Powerful… A perfect novel for book clubs” (Publishers Weekly).

Culper Ring members such as Robert Townsend and Hercules Mulligan are well known for the part they played in the…