Browsing: Historical Fiction

Perfect for fans of The Nightingale: In coastal Normandy, young baker Emmanuelle finds the courage to resist her village’s Nazi occupiers. “A tale beautifully, wisely, and masterfully told” (Paula McLain, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Wife).

A Reese Witherspoon book club pick that’s “big-hearted” (Deborah Moggach, author of The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel). While teaching creative writing to a group of older Sikh women, Nikki learns to embrace her heritage. “Warm and hilariously funny” (Good Housekeeping).

From a New York Times bestselling author: After Anne Boleyn captures the interest of King Henry VIII, her world is unexpectedly transformed. “Weir demonstrates a keen eye for crafting dramatic scenes of beautiful, accurate detail, instilling in the reader a vivid sense of being there” (Booklist).

A New York Times bestseller: Vastly outnumbered, Allied troops under General MacArthur must fight for survival during an unforgiving winter in one of the deadliest battles of the Korean War. This work of military fiction boasts “marvelously effective storytelling” (Booklist).

When Valerie is transported back in time to 1605, she is terrified and alone — until handsome brothers Alexander and Finlay offer her a place to live. As both fall madly in love with her, will she choose tenderness or fiery passion?

In an alternate version of New York City, three young sleuths race to solve a riddle from the past… A National Book Award finalist presents “a high-stakes mystery novel filled with intriguing puzzles, solid world-building, and diverse characters” (School Library Journal starred review).

“Beautifully written” (Christina Baker Kline): In 19th-century Pennsylvania, Lilli is banned from her Quaker community after she becomes pregnant — and faces hardship as she fights to keep her child. “Captivating… A great choice for book clubs and readers of Geraldine Brooks” (Library Journal starred review).