Browsing: Historical Fiction

A “provocative tale” (Publishers Weekly): After her whaler husband dies, Lyddie is left grief-stricken and destitute on Cape Cod. Will she find happiness in her bid for liberty and property? “Readers will be swiftly turning the pages, eagerly cheering for the strong-willed widow” (Booklist).

In 18th-century New England, Alice faces a grueling life of indentured servitude — until she decides to make a risky escape to freedom. “Historical fiction at its very best… Spellbinding” (The Boston Globe).

An “utterly irresistible” New York Times bestseller (Time) from the author of Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe: Dena Nordstrom must face her troubled family history as she searches for happiness in this “engaging paean to the joys of down-home Southern life” (Kirkus Reviews).

After he’s caught stealing, Alan Dale is forced to live with a notorious band of outlaws in the forest — and he soon finds himself mentored by their ruthless leader, Robin Hood. Set in 12th-century England, this gripping novel is “as fast-paced as a charging warhorse. Superb!” (Nelson Demille).

A vivid, captivating novel from a USA Today bestselling author: After losing her family during World War II, Ruby struggles to rebuild her life. Will a young orphan and a kind Canadian sergeant help her find a second chance at happiness?

From three New York Times bestselling authors: Throughout the 20th century, an heiress, a widow, and a resistance fighter seek refuge at the iconic Ritz hotel in Paris — and their paths cross in unexpected ways. “A captivating book of love and betrayal, loss and redemption… Timeless” (Pam Jenoff).