Browsing: Biographical Fiction

“Sumptuous… A must for all fans of Tudor fiction and history” (Publishers Weekly) from a New York Times bestselling author! When lady-in-waiting Jane Seymour captures King Henry VIII’s attention, she is plunged into an unfamiliar political realm as his third wife…

For readers of The Paris Wife and The Swans of Fifth Avenue comes a “sensuous, captivating account of a forbidden affair between two women” (People)—Eleanor…

Alma comes of age in 20th-century Vienna, longing to compose music — but as she draws the attention of men from Gustav Klimt to the composer Gustav Mahler, she grapples with a life-changing decision. “Mary Sharratt plunges the reader into the tumultuous and glamorous fin de siècle era, bringing to life its brilliant and beguiling leading lady” (Allison Pataki).

“A sharp, evocative novel” (Publishers Weekly) from the National Book Award–winning author of Cold Mountain: When young Varina weds the man who will eventually be appointed president of the Confederacy, she must come to terms with her role in one of the darkest chapters of American history.

“A sweeping, heartbreaking blend of history and fiction” (Publishers Weekly) from a National Book Award–winning author: In 20th-century Manhattan, a Catholic priest and a Holocaust survivor form an unexpected bond — and in the 12th century, a brilliant philosopher falls into a forbidden romance. “Incandescent” (The New York Times).

A B.R.A.G. Medallion winner, this is the story of Elizabeth Woodville, the wife of King Edward IV and the mother…

“The book of the year” (Kate Quinn, author of The Alice Network): A New York Times bestselling duo deliver a moving, intimate novel about Eliza Schuyler, the general’s daughter who married Alexander Hamilton. “A masterpiece” (Pam Jenoff, author of The Orphan’s Tale).

“Mesmerizing” (Booklist): Posing as an experienced maid, Clara goes to work in the household of steel tycoon Andrew Carnegie — where her life slowly transforms. “Downton Abbey fans should flock to this charming tale” (Pam Jenoff, bestselling author of The Orphan’s Tale).

“Everything one can ask for in an exceptional World War II novel” (Tess Gerritsen): Forced to enlist as a German soldier in Italy, Pino begins to spy for the Allies. “An incredible story” (James Patterson), with over 137,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

“A masterpiece” (Library Journal starred review): Pamela, the daughter of the author of The Velveteen Rabbit, finds fame as an artist at a young age. But as her life spirals downward, can her mother keep her afloat? “Fast-paced and difficult to put down” (Kirkus Reviews).