Browsing: Biographical Fiction

Facing war and unscrupulous men, one valiant woman will go to any lengths to preserve her noble bloodline. Lady Macbeth comes to life in a story “so authentic [that] readers can smell the heather and feel the cold northern winds” (New York Times bestselling author Mary Jo Putney).

From a legendary author who “excels at blending history with romance and drama” (The New York Times): The life of Princess Margaret Tudor, Henry VIII’s sister, is filled with excitement and scandal — from her arranged marriage to the King of Scotland to battles with her famous brother.

Soon to be a major motion picture starring Jennifer Lawrence A brilliant literary debut, inspired by a true story: the…

Amid deadly plots and violent conflicts, devout Isabella rises to power with her love, Fernando, Prince of Aragon, to unite a nation and become a great queen. “A mesmerizing and unforgettable portrait of Isabella of Castile” (Michelle Moran).

A gripping historical novel based on a true story: Pioneer woman Mary makes a miraculous escape from vicious captors — only to face a thousand-mile journey home… With over 500 five-star reviews on Amazon!

When Galeran of Heywood returns from the Crusades, longing for his wife, Jehanne, he finds his castle under siege and…

Generations of the Armstrong family face betrayal, revenge, and loss in this epic tale that traces the inhabitants of one house from the 1840s to the present day. With nearly 900 five-star Goodreads ratings!

From the New York Times bestselling author of Eligible: Alice never thought she’d fall for brash Charlie. Will her life with a future US president cause her to betray what she stands for… and bring her face-to-face with a secret from the past? “Entertaining” (Joyce Carol Oates).

One of the most important figures in the New Testament was once a simple fisherman. Follow the inspiring and relatable story of Saint Peter as he stands at Jesus’s side and witnesses untold wonders through the eyes of a common man.

How did the Samaritan woman come to visit Jacob’s well? Follow Marah’s journey to her life-changing encounter with Jesus in this “absorbing” novel (Library Journal) that imagines the life beyond the powerful Bible story. With nearly 1,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads!