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Top 10 Historical Fiction Audiobooks to Transport You Through Time

Historical fiction is the perfect genre for those who love to travel through time and explore different eras. If you are an avid audiobook listener searching for captivating historical fiction stories, you've come to the right place! In this article, we will recommend ten exceptional historical fiction audiobooks that will transport you to different periods in history.

1. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett
Set in 12th-century England, this epic masterpiece follows the lives of several interconnected characters against the backdrop of the construction of a magnificent cathedral. The audiobook, narrated by John Lee, brings the medieval world to vivid life.

2. "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon
Travel back in time to 18th-century Scotland with this gripping tale of romance and adventure. Davina Porter narrates the audiobook, capturing the essence of the Highlands and the unforgettable characters that inhabit Gabaldon's richly imagined world.

3. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel
Winner of the Man Booker Prize, this novel dives into the political intrigues of Henry VIII's court. Simon Slater's narration perfectly captures the complex characters and the tension-filled atmosphere of Tudor England.

4. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak
Narrated by Allan Corduner, this captivating story set during the Holocaust follows a young girl named Liesel who discovers solace in books. Zusak's powerful writing combined with Corduner's heartfelt narration makes for an unforgettable experience.

5. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell
Step into the turmoil of the American Civil War with Scarlett O'Hara and Rhett Butler. Linda Stephens expertly narrates this sweeping tale of love, loss, and resilience, making it a must-listen for any historical fiction enthusiast.

6. "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
Set in the racially charged 1960s Mississippi, this audiobook explores the complex relationships between African American maids and their white employers. Octavia Spencer, Bahni Turpin, and Cassandra Campbell deliver outstanding performances, breathing life into each character.

7. "War and Peace" by Leo Tolstoy
Considered one of the greatest novels of all time, this Russian classic set during the Napoleonic Wars is masterfully narrated by Neville Jason. Get lost in the intricate web of characters and their struggles against the backdrop of war and societal upheaval.

8. "The Other Boleyn Girl" by Philippa Gregory
Narrated by Susan Lyons, this gripping tale delves into the captivating lives of the Boleyn sisters and their relationship with Henry VIII. Gregory's detailed storytelling combined with Lyons' engaging narration will transport you to the scandalous court of the Tudors.

9. "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr
This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel tells the story of a blind French girl and a German boy whose paths cross during World War II. Zach Appelman skillfully narrates Doerr's beautiful prose, making this audiobook a hauntingly immersive experience.

10. "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco
Delve into a murder mystery set in a medieval Italian monastery with this enthralling audiobook narrated by Sean Barrett. Eco's rich historical details and Barrett's captivating narration will keep you hooked until the very end.

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Immerse yourself in the past with these remarkable historical fiction audiobooks. Whether you're a history enthusiast, a lover of memorable characters, or simply looking for a captivating story, these audiobooks are sure to transport you through time and satisfy your cravings for the past. Enjoy the journey!
Dance of the Battle Soul Fiction
Dance of the Battle Soul

The Eastern Han Empire is plagued with crises on its borders! Crisis in the Northeast! Crisis in North China! Crisis in the Northwest! Crisis in the Southwest! Rebellion in the Central Plains is rampant! Who will save this empire in crisis? He is a descendant of a famous general from the Western Han, yet he serves the nation in the Eastern Han army. He has accomplished numerous extraordinary feats, yet has been suspected multiple times. However, no matter the hardships and difficulties, he will grow in adversity. With his battle spirit, a god of war shall emerge!

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Song Xiang Fiction
Song Xiang

In the 32nd year of the Shaoxing period of the Southern Song Dynasty, the small court held on to half of the country while being cornered in a corner. The Jin Dynasty was poised to invade, and internal ministers fought for power. In the far north, Mongolian tribes were rising, while in the southern empire, religious ambitions were growing. The rivers and lakes were ever-changing, and the court was full of intrigue. The story begins here—an era of sudden change, the growth path of a renowned general, a journey through bloody wars, the rise and fall of a nation, political struggles, battlefields stained with blood, a mysterious and unpredictable rivers and lakes, and a passionate love story. Joining the web

556.69 Million words | 2022-08-24 03:16Update

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Three Kingdoms of Battle Fiction
Three Kingdoms of Battle

The young man left Wu Ling City, riding a wild horse and accompanied by a leopard and a sparrow. Leading a powerful mercenary group, he arrogantly manipulated the heroes of the world, overturning the heavens and earth with a flick of his finger. This young king, who would change the world's situation, is coming towards you... _____________________________________________________________________ This is an epic mercenary adventure set in the Three Kingdoms era. _____________________________________________________________________ Updates will be posted daily, so brothers and sisters, please rest assured and bookmark this story. Don't forget to support with monthly tickets!

247.42 Million words | 2021-11-18 10:13Update

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I am from the future, in 1875. Fiction
I am from the future, in 1875.

I raise the lantern, calling out like a train. I raise the torch, roaring like a cannon. Awake, dormant dragon! Let your fury spread across the world! I am the blaze! I am death!

515.12 Million words | 2020-07-20 09:33Update

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Iron horse in the mountain pass Fiction
Iron horse in the mountain pass

In the year of the Common Era, Wanyan Zonghan and Wanyan Zongwang launched a second siege on Bianjing. Emperor Qin Zhaohuan was forced to enter the Jin camp for negotiations and wrote a letter of surrender before returning to the city. From then on, the Wanyan brothers began their endless extortion, taking everything from money, beautiful women, to sacred artifacts. In order to protect themselves, Emperor Qin and the retired emperor adopted a reckless spirit of

160.81 Million words | 2021-10-23 07:01Update

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Clash of Small Town Fiction
Clash of Small Town

He hails from Xinghua, a water town in Jiangnan, In the verdant military camp, his hot blood boils, Entangled with beauties from various nations throughout his life, Amidst the shadows of espionage, he battles the killers of the evil sect. He is the successor of a thousand-year-old lineage, Obtaining ancient secrets in the quest for treasures. On the ethereal peak of Beiyue, he journeys like a wandering dragon, In our majestic Middle Kingdom, the dragon's roar shakes the heavens. After transitioning careers, he encounters the different struggles of local officials, Every day brings new excitement, shared with you!

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The Rebirth of a Veteran in the War of Resistance. Fiction
The Rebirth of a Veteran in the War of Resistance.

Through 14 years of arduous resistance against the invaders, we fought from Northeast China to the Central Plains. Despite the enemy constantly changing their commanders, our soldiers remain as sharp as a hot knife through butter! Soldiers fear no sacrifice, and the spirit of the military will endure forever! (I've set up a group, feel free to join if you're

138.48 Million words | 2022-01-17 18:51Update

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The Chronicles of Sanguo's Whispers Fiction
The Chronicles of Sanguo's Whispers

Special Forces soldier Liu Qi, in an accident, traveled back to the Three Kingdoms period and naturally became Liu Bei's eldest son Liu Qi, one of the "Eight Geniuses". This Liu Qi is not the same as the historical Liu Qi. Watch how Liu Qi pretends to be a pig and eats a tiger, silently developing. Waiting for the right moment, when encountering storms, he will transform into a dragon, turning the heavens and earth upside down, making the sun and moon lose their light! With such favorable conditions, Jingzhou, captured; valiant generals, defeated; beautiful women, hehe, do you think Liu Qi will let them go? The world, everything is in his hands...

592.59 Million words | 2022-12-05 17:43Update

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Howling in the Warring States Fiction
Howling in the Warring States

It was the summer of the twenty-third year of the astronomical calendar. Oda Nobunaga had just launched a surprise attack on the Okehazama, while Taiyuan Setsuzai was regrouping at the Junfu Inn. The fierce battle at Yan Island in the western region was still brewing. Saiga Mamoru, the most beautiful woman in the world, was remarrying in the Mino Gyokuchou Castle, and her new husband was unexpectedly... Sasa Narimasa! The most despicable male protagonist in history, with a lonely destiny, will he be the world's only savior or will he completely... sink into the abyss? The Warring States period had already been in chaos for a hundred years. Rewarded chapters and extra updates for every K recommendation ticket!

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Arrogant Princess Fiction
Arrogant Princess

Failed to steal the chicken and ended up losing the rice! I helped the princess sabotage her arranged marriage, but unexpectedly got myself involved. What? Mistaken identity? Can't believe I have such bad luck! In order to repay her kindness, she disguised herself as the princess and married off in her place. Little did she know, the person she married turned out to be him! On their wedding night, he threw her out and made her sleep in the woodshed, picking up horse dung... But she didn't care, using her silly abilities to eat and play as she pleased. She just didn't know when he started to see through her true identity and would do anything for her!

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The prosperous era under Emperor Chongzhen. Fiction
The prosperous era under Emperor Chongzhen.

The long river of China's 5,000 years of history has witnessed the rise and fall of countless dynasties, each moment being the most awe-inspiring in this historical journey! Before me lies a fiercely formidable nomadic tribe, capable of devouring the Great Ming at any moment! Behind me, the vast central plains teem with millions of anti-royalists! In my hands, however, only remains a decaying and corrupt imperial court!

498.86 Million words | 2020-07-17 19:40Update

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Marrying a Primitive Man Fiction
Marrying a Primitive Man

She admits that she is a woman without any dreams, her top three favorites are: first, vacation; second, television; third, instant noodles. She wants vacation when she is working, and even during vacation, she still wants more vacation. However, just because she is not ambitious, it doesn't mean she should be thrown into a place where it's desolate and idle, where all there is are trees and firewood, and besides her, a two-legged person, everyone else either has four legs or can fly without using their legs. She used to long for vacation every day, but now, all she longs for is a bowl, a bowl of instant noodles.

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A Life in a Foreign Land Fiction
A Life in a Foreign Land

【Farm + Cute Kids + Sweet Pet + Vengeance】Qin Jiuyue, the ace assassin of the 22nd century, transmigrated into a malicious and despised rural girl, along with a living dead husband and four children with distinct personalities! Roll up your sleeves and work hard! I'll make you earn a fortune first. We can catch rabbits on the mountain and catch precious fish in the river. I'm skilled in farming and business! I raise chubby kids, teach them literature and martial arts, and guide them to become honorable heroes. Later on - The new emperor ascends the throne: I was raised by my mother. Young general: I was also raised by my mother. Foreign princess: I was adopted by Sister Jiuyue. The free-spirited medical saint: I was also picked up by Jiuyue as her disciple.

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The Divine Conquest of Qin Fiction
The Divine Conquest of Qin

A modern soul, transmigrated into the world of "Qin's Moon," became the eternal emperor Qin Shi Huang. What does the deer feed on in the courtyard, and why does the dragon stay in the water? The chaotic Warring States period is the best stage for heroes. With the treasured heirlooms of Zhou Wu and the mythical overseas mountains, how many secrets does this world still hold? I would rather be Bai Qi, the God of War who slaughters the six kingdoms for Qin, Wang Jian and his son who bring downfall to the seven powerful states, and how many loyal ministers surround the Emperor of Qin? As long as I am here, I will defend our territory, expand our borders, and establish the everlasting foundation of Great Qin! Even in death, I shall transform into a dragon's soul, safeguarding the eternal prosperity of our nation! This oath stands witness to the sun and moon, and is shared by the heavens and earth. Immortals, demons, and gods, all listen! (P.S. The author is a newcomer with mediocre writing skills, but strives to focus on the plot. Please bear with me as I slowly fill the vast pit. Official group chat: Name: Holy Qin's Path Official Group)

461.69 Million words | 2020-07-04 17:56Update

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Holy Roman Empire Fiction
Holy Roman Empire

Austria's Road to Revival, the Struggle of the Habsburg Family! Neither holy, nor Roman, but the Holy Roman Empire revived! !!! The completed book "The Road to Mediterranean Hegemony" is now available for those who are looking for new books to read! Welcome to join the New Moon Book Club, group chat number: [群聊号码].

372.36 Million words | 2021-01-07 08:50Update

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The golden bowl is missing. Fiction
The golden bowl is missing.

During the reign of Emperor Huizong of Song, the Song, Liao, and Jin dynasties each held their own territories in the vast land of China. The Jin dynasty thrived, while the Liao dynasty suffered from deep-rooted problems. Meanwhile, the Song government, since the peace

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The Stormy Tang Dynasty Fiction
The Stormy Tang Dynasty

Cheng Huailiang, a youth of the new century, grew up under the five-starred red flag while reading the martial arts novels of Jin Yong and Gu Long. He always dreamed of witnessing the legendary Dragon Subduing Eighteen Palms, Nine Suns Divine Art, and Dugu Nine Swords, hoping to witness the extraordinary skills of heroes like Qiao Feng and Guo Jing. He also longed to see the legendary beauties like Xiaolongnü and Huang Rong, and to live like the decadent sons and daughters in TV dramas, strolling the streets at sunset with a few lackeys, taking advantage of every opportunity to approach beautiful women... Luck brought him to the Tang Dynasty, a place coveted by many. After achieving wealth and status, he thought he could enjoy endless indulgence and pursue countless women. However, he soon realized that although the Tang Dynasty was beautiful, it was full of traps. Li Er was the biggest pitfall, and even the esteemed Changsun treated him like a cash cow. The famous generals and ministers in the imperial court manipulated him for their own gain. In order to lie on a bed of gold and live a life of ease, Cheng Huailiang's previously carefree life turned into one of constant hardship. The princess of the Tang Dynasty, with her passion and beauty, the majesty of the grasslands, the desolation of the desert, the sorrow outside the royal city, and the allure of the island nation, all these will be revealed here, one by one. With my spear pointing in all directions, nothing can stand against me. Wherever I stand, it becomes the territory of the Tang Dynasty!

122.75 Million words | 2022-07-18 09:57Update

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Ming Dynasty Grand Duke Fiction
Ming Dynasty Grand Duke

The heavens bestow great tasks upon men, but first they must...cross over? Li Li, a modern young man, unexpectedly travels through time to the Ming Dynasty. With his modern thinking, Li Li rises through the ranks of the Ming officialdom, fighting against corrupt officials and cunning commoners, stabilizing the borderlands, and guiding Zhu Houzhao onto the right path

500.35 Million words | 2021-07-08 23:00Update

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Liaodong nail household. Fiction
Liaodong nail household.

There are farmlands, pastures, a river in front, and mountains behind. Coal is buried underground, and gold is hidden in the valleys! The hardworking pig's trotters stick up, happily tilling the most fertile land. "Zhang Erlang, have the Mongols arrived?" "Show them our shining knives!" "The wild boar skin has arrived!" "Bring out the firelock!" "The emperor's men are coming to claim our land!" "The Zhus have had enough, they've taken the Forbidden City by force!" Be the strongest nail-house owner, resolutely safeguarding this prosperous land. Zhang Ke clenches a shining vegetable knife in his hand and laughs loudly to the sky: "Liaodong is my home, whoever dares to meddle, I'll break their claws!"

191.95 Million words | 2020-09-13 04:23Update

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Take a plane to the Ming Dynasty. Fiction
Take a plane to the Ming Dynasty.

Queen's birthday is here, what to give without jewelry? Gift a photo... Huang Taiji's 100,000 cavalry troops pillage Liaodong, how to deal with it? Use excavators... Li Zicheng is about to reach Beijing, what to do? Bring Chen Yuanyuan back... The emperor has hanged himself on the coal mountain, what now? Let him die, I'll handle it... Chongzhen can die, but the Great Ming cannot perish. I am Prince Zhu Changyuan, and I speak for myself.

490.60 Million words | 2021-06-07 20:10Update

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