Browsing: Historical Fiction

From the acclaimed author of Fahrenheit 451: Over the course of a summer, young Douglas explores his small Midwestern town — and learns the joys and pains of growing up. “A haunting, nostalgic novel… Among the best of his earthbound works” (The Washington Post).

From a USA Today bestselling author: When her fortune is stolen by a man she trusted, Lady Eliza is determined to get it back. But she wasn’t expecting to meet handsome Hamilton Beckett — or for God to lead them down the same path. “A delightful addition to any library” (Booklist starred review).

“Gripping… A standout in the genre of Holocaust literature” (School Library Journal): This lyrical, award-winning novel follows Syvia, one of 12 children to survive World War II in Poland’s Lodz ghetto. “Powerful” (Kirkus Reviews), with over 6,300 five-star ratings on Goodreads.

The Age of Kings is dead… and I have killed it. It’s a bloody business overthrowing a king… Field Marshal…

Join Norse adventurer Eskil as he leads his people to create the great United States of Vinland! An intriguing alternate reality where the Vikings settle North America.

With over 4,100 five-star ratings on Goodreads: Follow Thorgrin as he struggles to become a warrior and understand his extraordinary powers in this breathtaking epic full of dragons, sorcerers, and court intrigue!

When a corpse is found floating in London’s water system, Dr. Anton Kronberg — a brilliant bacteriologist with an incriminating secret — teams up with Sherlock Holmes to solve the grisly case. A riveting page-turner with nearly 900 five-star ratings on Goodreads!

A USA Today bestseller with nearly 1,000 five-star ratings on Goodreads: When Ethan witnesses a brutal murder, he seeks shelter with Olivia — a superstitious widow who may be his last hope.

Jonathan Garrett loses everything in the economic crash of 1929 — but his marriage and friendships are still strong. As Jonathan and his companions struggle to adjust, they learn the truth about love, loss, and hope. With nearly 1,400 five-star Goodreads ratings!

“A sparkling achievement” (Library Journal): Gentleman detective Charles Lenox scrambles to unravel a baffling case after a servant is poisoned — and another body turns up at a fashionable London ball. “A fine specimen of the genre” (The Washington Post) with over 2,000 five-star Goodreads ratings!