Browsing: Historical Fiction

Fantasy

Highland Healer

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After her magickal powers put her at risk, Caitlin flees to the Scottish Highlands. But can she outrun the danger that follows her — or will she have to accept help from an unlikely source? “Adventure abounds” in this thrilling book that’s first in a series (Kirkus Reviews).

Biographical Fiction

The Spy

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From the author of The Alchemist: Within months, Mata Hari rose from rags to riches in Paris as a bewitching dancer and courtesan. But when accused of espionage, the independent woman who defied convention would pay with her life… A “dynamo of a novel” (Los Angeles Times).

Asian American Interest

Pachinko

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“An epic, multi-generational saga” (The Mail on Sunday): In this National Book Award finalist and international bestseller, generations of a Korean family fight to create a new destiny for themselves in 20th-century Japan. “Stunning” (The New York Times Book Review).

Biographical Fiction

Anna and the King of Siam

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The “enchanting” classic novel (The Atlantic) that inspired The King and I! In 19th-century Britain, a recently widowed governess travels to Siam — and embarks on a life-changing adventure. “An inviting escape” (The New York Times) inspired by true events.

Africa

Kiss Carlo

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A New York Times bestseller: When Nicky Castone secretly joins a local Shakespeare company, his exciting new life could jeopardize everything he loves… “A delightfully sprawling comedy” featuring “a world of warm, lively characters” (Kirkus Reviews).

Coming of Age

The Hearts of Men

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In this “multilayered, multigenerational mini-epic” (USA Today), Nelson and Jonathan become friends at a summer camp — and find themselves connected over the decades. “Part coming-of-age narrative, part meditation on masculinity, part war story, this novel had me spellbound” (Christina Baker Kline).