Browsing: Historical Fiction

A “sweeping” New York Times Notable Book of 2019 (The New Yorker) from a National Book Award–nominated author: In 1924, formerly enslaved Josephine and white Charlotte form a friendship that echoes in the life of Josephine’s descendant Ava nearly a century later. “Powerful and full of hope” (Publishers Weekly).

A rollicking supernatural mystery! After a grisly crime ruins her friend’s engagement party, Lady Hannah must grapple with the undead and use her knowledge of the occult to help boorish Viscount Wycliff find the murderer — that is, if the two don’t kill each other first.

From an internationally bestselling author: In 1960s North Carolina, Jessie blames her family’s moonshining business for the death of her mother. Will long-buried secrets bring her the closure she needs? “Rife with colorful characters and a satisfying twist… Will thrill readers” (Publishers Weekly starred review).

From a USA Today bestselling author comes a “riveting” saga (Kirkus Reviews): When former soldier Larkin finds the diary of a woman who fought in the Civil War, she unravels a centuries-old story of secrets, ambition, and self-discovery. “An excellent read… Highly recommended” (Booklist).

With over 2,500 five-star ratings on Goodreads: In 1969, three US Marines accompany their platoon into the jungle, where combat will change their lives forever… “In my opinion, the finest of the Vietnam novels” (National Book Award–winning author Tom Wolfe).