Browsing: Historical Fiction

With over 11,000 five-star Goodreads ratings: In this “evocative, tender, and lush” historical novel (Diana Gabaldon), Spanish seamstress Sira Quiroga finds courage and strength as she contends with the turbulence of war and an uncertain future. “Read this book and prepare to be transported” (Kate Morton).

A “magnificently written” #1 New York Times bestseller (Associated Press) from a Pulitzer Prize–winning author: In the 17th century, Edmund travels to America — and begins a remarkable journey that will touch generations. “Michener’s most ambitious work of fiction in theme and scope” (The Philadelphia Inquirer).

In this #1 New York Times bestseller, a young biographer interviews a dying author about her life, which brims with mystery and family secrets. “Readers will feel the magnetic pull of this paean to words, books, and the magical power of story” (People).

With over 2,700 five-star Goodreads ratings: Adopted by a Cheyenne chief, a young pioneer boy named Jack embarks on an odyssey of love, loss, and adventure on the wild frontier. “The very best novel ever about the American West” (The New York Times Book Review).

The daughter of King Charles VI of France, the wife of King Henry V of England, and the progenitor of the Tudor dynasty: Witness the turbulent life of Katherine of Valois in this spellbinding novel from an author who “excels at blending history with romance and drama” (The New York Times).

“A marvel” (Toni Morrison): In 1820s Louisiana, a plantation owner’s wife becomes obsessed with the slave her husband has taken as a mistress — even as the fires of rebellion begin to burn… “A brave and riveting book” (O, The Oprah Magazine).

When young Nell arrives at 16th-century England’s royal court, her striking resemblance to Queen Elizabeth arouses rumors, intrigue, and mortal danger. “Beautifully written fiction with a fascinating hook” (New York Times bestselling author Karen Harper).

In this stunning work of biblical fiction, Nehemiah becomes cupbearer to Jesus of Nazareth. Can he embrace his destiny and fulfill a prophecy that will resound throughout the ages? With nearly 550 five-star Goodreads ratings.

From the author of A Town Like Alice: After his sister dies, a modest man must sail the globe to reclaim his orphaned niece’s inheritance. “Nevil Shute was, in brief, the sort of novelist who genuinely touches the imagination and feeling” (The Times).

An official Oprah Winfrey’s “The Books That Help Me Through” selectionWith this brilliantly imagined New York Times bestselling novel, Toni Morrison transfigures the coming-of-age…