Browsing: Historical Fiction

From a New York Times bestselling author: When Rider returns home from war, a murder case pulls him into new realms of Regency London — including its dangerous underbelly… A “suspenseful, action-packed period whodunit” (Booklist).

The 2004 Pulitzer Prize winning novelA New York Times Top-Ten Book of 2004Winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award…

A stunning, award-winning novel by the author of Life After Life: A British veteran grapples with his experience of World War II and its aftermath. “Atkinson’s finest work… Her genre-defying writing continues to surprise and dazzle” (The Guardian).

When her family falls on hard times during World War II, Charlotte takes on German POWs to help tend her family’s farm — a decision that sparks life-changing consequences. “A tale that will stay with you always” (New York Times bestselling author Antoinette May).

After more than 50 years in Detroit, the Turner family must revisit their past and decide their future… With over 1,700 five-star ratings on Goodreads, this powerful National Book Award finalist is “utterly moving and tough as nails” (New York Times bestselling author Ayana Mathis).

From the author of the acclaimed best seller The Gates of the Alamo, a new novel that confirms and enlarges…

“A masterwork” (Newsday) from the New York Times bestselling author of The Chosen: After 20 years abroad, famous artist Asher Lev returns to Brooklyn — only to find himself torn between his Hasidic Jewish community and his new life. “Extraordinary… Sweet, compelling, and deeply felt” (Cleveland Plain Dealer).

When Ben accuses seemingly upright citizen Elliot of being a notorious Nazi criminal, his lawyer unearths a tale of family, friendship, and the ultimate betrayal. How did two boys who were raised together end up on opposite sides of the Holocaust? “Uplifting and moving… Highly recommended” (Library Journal).

“Superb” (Kirkus Reviews starred review): In a decaying empire, Yukiko and her father are tasked with hunting down a thunder tiger — a legendary beast that may not exist — and the price of failure is execution. But Yukiko makes a life-altering, treasonous decision…

Two young boys encounter the best and worst of humanity during the Holocaust in this powerful read that USA Today…