Browsing: Biographical Fiction

A “mesmerizing” New York Times bestseller (Vogue): In 1920s New York, young Louise Brooks and her chaperone embark on a life-changing journey. “Enthralling… Layered and inventive” (O, The Oprah Magazine), with over 13,500 five-star Goodreads ratings.

This breathtaking New York Times bestseller is filled with real-life characters from the 1930s: When Alda Ducci leaves her convent, she becomes secretary to Loretta Young, a beautiful young actress who has caught the eye of Clark Gable. “A heartwarming tale of women’s lives behind the movies” (Kirkus Reviews).

1676: Abducted from the Massachusetts Bay Colony, Mary experiences harsh captivity — and a chance to break free from her strict Puritan upbringing. “Breathes life into a vital but oft-neglected chapter of our history… A compelling, emotionally gripping tale” (Edgar Award–winning author Eliot Pattison).

A #1 New York Times bestseller and Oprah’s Book Club selection from the author of The Secret Life of Bees: This “searing and soaring story” (USA Today) follows the interweaving lives of two girls — one born into slavery and one free. Top-rated on BookBub, this “masterpiece… leaves us feeling uplifted and hopeful” (NPR).

This New York Times bestseller and “ideal summer read” (Booklist) chronicles the tumultuous lives of the four women who loved and married Ernest Hemingway. “I could not put it down until the last page” (#1 New York Times bestselling author Jojo Moyes).

Peasant Kate Haute falls for Richard III in this spellbinding tale of star-crossed love! “Remarkably assured… A delightful, confident novel” (Kirkus Reviews) with nearly 1,700 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

From master storyteller Walter Wangerin, Jr. comes this familiar biblical saga told in a fresh, transfixing way. You’ll feel you’ve…

With over 2,000 five-star Goodreads ratings: This sparkling historical novel follows the struggles and triumphs of Mary Bowser, a formerly enslaved woman turned Union spy. “Deftly balancing history, romance, and adventure, Leveen honors the life and historical importance of a brave, resourceful woman” (Kirkus Reviews).

When beautiful and ambitious Elizabeth Woodville secretly marries King Edward IV, she finds the road to power exacts a deadly toll… From the #1 international bestselling author of The Other Boleyn Girl comes another taut, captivating historical novel.

Told from the tender perspective of a young girl who comes of age amid the Cambodian killing fields, this searing…