Browsing: Historical Fiction

A swashbuckling historical novel: Climb aboard Queen Anne’s Revenge and set sail on the Atlantic as privateer Edward Thache becomes the infamous pirate Blackbeard — and helps set the stage for the American Revolution.

From a USA Today bestselling author: When Anne buys a pair of glittering shoes at a New York antiques shop, she’s inspired to learn more about the previous owner — and is caught up in the decades-old story of a fascinating debutante.

After a young woman’s murder, her older sister and a city journalist sift through the aftermath — confronting the dysfunction simmering within a small Australian country town. “Utterly engrossing… [a] hugely chilling and evocative story” (The Sydney Morning Herald).

She’s defeated insurmountable odds, but now Kalinda must face off against her most dangerous rival: a demon of ice. Can the fire queen take back her empire — or will she lose everything? An exhilarating fantasy that “will leave readers on the edge of their seats” (Booklist).

From a #1 New York Times bestselling author hailed as “one of the world’s best at spinning yarns” (The Guardian): In Victorian London, James yearns to establish a business empire. But will tragic twists of fate dash his dreams? A gripping saga!

This “epic page-turner” (Christina Baker Kline) follows the life of Cathy Williams, a formerly enslaved woman who disguises herself as a man to enlist in the army. “Richly imagined… A beautiful reminder of a forgotten part of women’s history” (Kristin Hannah).

“Enchanting” (People): When Xanthe touches a silver chatelaine in her new antiques shop, she’s transported back to 17th-century England — where she must save a young woman’s life. A New York Times bestselling author delivers a “bewitching tale” (Kirkus Reviews) with over 2,300 five-star Goodreads ratings!