Browsing: Historical Fiction

When orphaned Emily unexpectedly inherits a plantation, she discovers a strange connection to Lydia, a long-dead ancestor from the Civil War. As the two women’s stories intertwine, Emily learns the importance of family, forgiveness, and faith.

After a series of violent murders at the Sultan of Granada’s palace, English physician Thomas Berrington must catch the killer before he’s next on the list. An intriguing mystery set in 15th-century Spain!

From a New York Times bestselling author: When journalist Lorena is assigned to cover Eleanor Roosevelt, the two women discover a deep connection that transforms both of their lives. “This warm, extensively researched novel will entrance readers” (Kirkus Reviews starred review).

The American Revolution Reaches the Gulf Coast Gabriel is a simple sailor, doing the bidding of his Captain and King,…

While visiting the astral plane, Dolly gets a chance to learn the secrets of legendary women of the English Renaissance, from Queen Elizabeth to Anne Shakespeare! This hilarious, witty romp provides an entertaining new take on Tudor history.

From the Pulitzer Prize–winning author of The Jungle: When World War I breaks out, Lanny comes of age decoding messages for the war effort — all while chaos erupts around him and history is made. “Few works of fiction are more fun to read” (Time).

An “immensely satisfying mystery” (Booklist) from a New York Times bestselling author: Constance Kopp, one of the nation’s first policewomen, tackles crime in 1915 New York with the help of her equally determined sisters. “Smart, atmospheric fun” (Kirkus Reviews).

A Pulitzer Prize winner: While visiting family in 1930s Germany, Lanny Budd risks everything to save his loved ones from the rising Nazi regime. “Few works of fiction are more fun to read; fewer still make history half as clear, or as human” (Time).

From a Pulitzer Prize finalist comes the “powerful” and “remarkable” tale (The New York Times Book Review) of a harrowing expedition to 1880s Alaska. “An epic adventure story that seems heir to the tradition of Melville… An absorbing and high-stakes read” (Chicago Tribune).

When a barrister is murdered in England, Francis Bacon and his protégé, Thomas Clarady, must identify the killer among a large list of suspects. “The plot keeps the pages turning… and the well-wrought historical details will make readers want to linger in the 16th century” (Kirkus Reviews starred review).