Browsing: Historical Fiction

Fiction

One for the Blackbird, One for the Crow

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In 1876, two families live side by side on the American frontier. When a shocking act of revenge leaves both women alone with their children, they must come together to survive the brutal winter. A lyrical novel with over 1,500 five-star Goodreads ratings.

Europe

The Dressmaker’s Gift

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In Nazi-occupied Paris, three seamstresses try their best to lead quiet lives — despite the secrets they’re all hiding. Decades later, one of the women’s granddaughters will discover the long-buried past… A riveting novel with nearly 24,000 five-star Goodreads ratings!

Fairy Tales and Mythology

The Vine Witch

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With over 8,200 five-star Goodreads ratings! When witch Elena loses her vineyard to newcomer Jean-Paul, she must hide her identity in order to break the curse placed on the land… A spellbinding tale of magic, love, and deception set in turn-of-the-century France.

Europe

The Rabbit Girls

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“Gripping, terrifying, heartbreaking” (Sunday Times bestselling author Jill Mansell): While caring for her dying father, Miriam unearths secrets from his time during the Holocaust — including the shocking story of the Rabbit Girls, a group of women used in experiments. With over 5,100 five-star Goodreads ratings.

Crime Fiction and Mysteries

Relative Fortunes

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Manhattan, 1924: After her friend’s sister, a well-known suffragette, dies of an apparent suicide, sleuth Julia is determined to prove the victim was actually murdered. “This satisfying historical mystery includes a smart, feisty heroine and numerous plot twists” (Booklist).

Fiction

They Could Have Named Her Anything

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In New York City, a Latina teenager befriends her wealthy, white classmate — and their tumultuous relationship leads to jealousy and betrayal. “Unveils the struggles of both the upper and working classes with incredible empathy and sophistication… Thoroughly engaging” (Booklist).