Browsing: Historical Fiction

He trains my hands for war, so that my arms can bend a bow of bronze. -from the Song of…

A Newbery Medal winner and “one of the most popular children’s books of all time” (The New York Times): Stranded on a remote island, young Karana must learn to survive on her own. A poignant, adventure-filled classic with over 77,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

With over 170,000 five-star Goodreads ratings: In Nazi-occupied Denmark, the Johansens take in 10-year-old Annemarie’s best friend, Ellen, as they help transport Danish Jews to safety in Sweden. A “deftly told” Newbery Medal winner (Kirkus Reviews) based on a remarkable true story of resistance.

In this gothic tale of mystery and horror, a 17th-century colonial village is plagued by hidden evils — and a manic witch hunt begins… “An excellent story, full of tension and suspense” (Stephen King), with over 4,800 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

A 1984 Newbery Honor Book Although he faces responsibility bravely, thirteen-year-old Matt is more than a little apprehensive when his…

Sixteen-year-old Kit Tyler is marked by suspicion and disapproval from the moment she arrives on the unfamiliar shores of colonial…

For fifty years, Anna Schlemmer has refused to talk about her life in Germany during World War II. Her daughter,…

An Edgar Award–winning mystery that kicks off an acclaimed series: As the Ottoman Empire declines, eunuch Yashim is tasked with solving a series of brutal murders. “An unusual, exotic historical mystery that reads like literature and moves like a thriller” (George Pelecanos).

To you, perceptive reader, I bequeath my history….Late one night, exploring her father’s library, a young woman finds an ancient…

From a New York Times bestselling author: As World War II looms, journalist Christopher de Monti uncovers shocking plans for Warsaw’s Jewish population — and soon joins the fight against the Nazis. “A fine and important novel” (The New York Times) with over 10,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads.