Browsing: Historical Fiction

“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.

Perfect for fans of Orphan Train: In 1950s Quebec, 15-year-old Maggie is forced to give up her baby for adoption. As Elodie grows up, she wonders about the mother she never knew — and Maggie decides to search for her long-lost daughter… “Deep and meaningful” (Booklist).

When tragedy strikes, Quintus Sertorius sets out for Rome to prove himself to his family and his people. “Gripping… Davis’s narrative strengths lie in portraying the horrifying realities of war and in vivifying the ancient setting” (Publishers Weekly).

From a New York Times bestselling author: Grace, Nan, and Monica meet in a grief support group… but it’s their newfound friendship that will give them the strength to heal. “Reading Marie Bostwick is like wrapping yourself up in a warm, hand-crafted quilt” (Debbie Macomber).

Murder in the Vatican!As the head of Vatican security, Giovanni Figlia must protect a new, African Pope who courts controversy…

Two people on the run. An Irish bus tour, and a story you’ll never forget. USA TODAY BEST SELLING AUTHOR…

Book one in a series: When his father, King Harald, dies, young Hakon must return home from Wessex to fight his ruthless brother for the throne. But will taking down a monster change Hakon into something even worse? A riveting Viking novel!

With nearly 18,000 five-star Goodreads ratings: In modern-day Vermont, a journalist investigates an infamous boarding school… and its sinister connection to her sister’s murder. “Clever and wonderfully chilling” (New York Times bestselling author Fiona Barton).

“He had no way to tell her he had given her life: no right to tell her to abandon hope.”…

In the thick of World War II, a group of young women working at the Sunderland shipyard find their lives transformed by love, heartache, secrets, and joy. A Sunday Times bestseller!