Browsing: Historical Fiction

Perfect for fans of Orphan Train: The London Blitz forces young Nell and Olive to evacuate to the countryside –– but their new life has plenty of perils… Can the sisters persevere and make it back home? An unforgettable historical novel with nearly 700 five-star Goodreads ratings.

“A clever, absorbing thriller” (The Times): In the aftermath of World War II, a woman and her daughter endure a weeks-long journey through Germany to a refugee camp. But when they arrive, a familiar face threatens their safety… “Simply an incredible read” (The Sun).

When bold Ella runs away to London, she takes her shy, plain sister Sadie with her. But they soon become rivals — and find themselves in danger — in this historical saga “filled with action and sparked with romance” (Booklist).

I have always been broken. I could have died. And maybe it would have been better if i had. It…

“A Russian war story that lives and breathes from a writer at the peak of his powers” (Kirkus Reviews): Zhanna hears voices — but when she receives a prophecy that could transform the Russian Civil War, she must act on it herself…

In this “clever, feminist reimagining of one of English history’s most fascinating moments” (Refinery29), award-winning authors — including M.T. Anderson and Jennifer Donnelly — illuminate the lives of Henry VIII and his six wives. “Poignant… Heartbreaking and intricately layered” (Kirkus Reviews).

Inspired by her father — who prosecuted Nazi war criminals — and her grandfather, Meredith decides to become a lawyer. But as she forges life-long friendships and fights to improve the world, Meredith must decide how many sacrifices she’s willing to make, and at what price. A brand-new novel from a #1 New York Times bestselling author!

Forget everything you thought you knew about America’s early days-history packs a punch in this full-color, two-fisted, edge-of-your-seat adventure! Graphic novels…

A 2019 Readers’ Favorite Finalist!Not all of war’s destruction takes place on the battlefield.Violet’s heart flutters from the scarlet fever…

Winner of the Miles Franklin Literary AwardShortlisted for the Stella PrizeLonglisted for the International Dublin Literary Award“For a novel concerned…