Browsing: Historical Fiction

From a USA Today bestselling author: When Amber moves to the island of Corfu, she’s drawn to the dark history of two Jewish girls who were hidden there during World War II. Can she uncover what really happened to them? A powerful dual-timeline novel with nearly 800 five-star Goodreads ratings.

Young Jay’s ordinary life turns upside down when Britain’s secret service recruits him for a sensitive mission: to go undercover and infiltrate a group of extremists. “Thought-provoking and entirely gripping” (The Guardian).

After poet Miss Catherine Tregowyn and her nemesis, Dr. Harry Bascombe, discover a corpse in a chapel, they become suspects in the investigation — and must team up in order to prove their innocence! “An entertaining historical mystery” (Kirkus Reviews) set in 1930s Oxford.

From an author “writing the best historical fiction out there” (Elin Hilderbrand): In 1937, pilot Irene disappeared during a flight around the world. Years later, journalist Janey finds Irene in a remote village — and unravels her fascinating life. “Pure golden delight… Williams is at the top of her game” (Kate Quinn).

As the 1936 Berlin Olympics approach and the US teeters on the brink of war, athletes Betty, Louise, and Helen fight for a chance to compete for their country. This new release is “a gold medal read” (Kate Quinn) that’s “rich with historical detail and brilliant storytelling” (New York Times bestselling author Tara Conklin).

“Gripping, original, well-drawn, and compassionate” (Joanne Harris): Unlikely spy Edith Graham is sent to Germany to investigate Nazis trying to escape prosecution — and sends her findings to the UK through coded messages hidden within ordinary recipes… “Celia Rees is justly renowned” (The Guardian).

From a New York Times bestselling author: In 1930s Hawaii, Daniel and his uncle Koji find their village threatened as the Mauna Loa volcano erupts — and they must face family secrets that have long bubbled under the surface. “Well-paced and lush… A captivating historical novel” (Kirkus Reviews starred review).

When Lucy Young travels to Dublin to explore her ancestry, university professor Patrick Ralley helps her uncover a forgotten story of 18th-century Ireland — a tale of love, secrets, and the emerald dress that changed everything…

A “beautiful and utterly transporting” New York Times bestseller (Publishers Weekly): In 1930s Key West, the lives of three women intertwine as a powerful hurricane barrels toward Florida. “A perfect storm of great storytelling, fast-moving plot, and rich historical detail… Chanel Cleeton’s best yet!” (Kate Quinn).

In this “extraordinary” New York Times bestseller (Associated Press) from the author of The Secret Life of Bees, a young woman finds her life forever changed when she marries Jesus of Nazareth. “A true masterpiece” (#1 New York Times bestselling author Glennon Doyle).