Browsing: Historical Fiction

A Murder is Announced in a small-town newspaper advertisement—and Miss Marple must unravel the fiendish puzzle when a crime does…

A New York Times bestselling author “spins an irresistible tale of honor and revenge” (Booklist). When a young archer survives a brutal attack by Norman raiders, his thirst for vengeance leads to a quest for the Holy Grail… With over 8,700 five-star ratings on Goodreads!

The first in a classic series by the legendary Queen of Crime! Meet beloved amateur sleuth Miss Marple as she investigates the murder of Colonel Protheroe — a widely despised man with enemies to spare… With over 58,000 five-star Goodreads ratings!

From the New York Times bestselling author of Wicked comes a stunning Cinderella reimagining: When Iris, Ruth, and their mother move in with a wealthy Dutch man and his beautiful daughter, they’re swept up in a story full of heartache, magic, and unexpected sisterhood…

A riveting mystery from the Queen of Crime herself! When famed sleuth Hercule Poirot goes on a trip down the Nile, his journey leads him to a puzzling murder… “Must be read twice, once for enjoyment and once to see how the wheels go round” (The Times).

A #1 New York Times bestseller with over 19,600 five-star Goodreads ratings: When a man is cast out of a magical land, he embarks down a crooked path of gray magic and redemption. “Absolutely brilliant… Fantasy fans will rejoice” (Booklist starred review).

In occupied Paris, film producer Jean Casson evades the Gestapo to become a reluctant but vital member of the French Resistance. “Masterful, richly atmospheric World War II spy fiction” (Kirkus Reviews) from “America’s preeminent spy novelist” (The New York Times).

From a Christy Award–winning author: When high-spirited Jenny arrives in town, Virginia finds herself drawn to the girl’s sense of independence. But both will face tough choices in this “charming and engaging” coming-of-age story (Library Journal) with over 1,700 five-star Goodreads ratings.

For fans of The Paris Wife and Loving Frank: Inspired by the relationship between Charles Dickens and his wife, this dazzling novel follows Dorothea as she examines her marriage to famed writer Alfred. “Beautifully written, entirely satisfying” (The Times).

In this New York Times bestseller, young June loses her beloved uncle — only to find healing in an unlikely new friendship. “Transcendent… A beautifully bittersweet mix of heartbreak and hope” (Booklist starred review).