Introduction: Historical romantic fiction is a popular genre that combines elements of history and romance to create engaging and captivating stories. In this article, we will explore some of the best historical romantic fiction novels, introduce their talented authors, and recommend websites where readers can find more of this genre's captivating tales. 1. "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon: "Dive into the Scottish Highlands with 'Outlander,' a mesmerizing tale of time travel, adventure, and passionate love," written by the talented Diana Gabaldon. This series follows the story of Claire Randall, a World War II nurse who mysteriously travels back in time to 18th-century Scotland. As tensions rise between the British and Scottish clans, Claire finds herself torn between two men and two worlds. Don't miss this epic journey filled with romance, intrigue, and lush historical detail. 2. "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen: No list of historical romantic fiction is complete without mentioning the remarkable Jane Austen. Set in 19th-century England, "Pride and Prejudice" remains one of Austen's most beloved novels. It tells the story of Elizabeth Bennet, a spirited and intelligent woman, and Mr. Darcy, a wealthy and proud gentleman. This tale explores themes of societal expectations, mistaken judgments, and the power of true love. 3. "The Bronze Horseman" by Paullina Simons: For lovers of historical romance set during turbulent times, "The Bronze Horseman" is a must-read. Paullina Simons weaves an unforgettable story against the backdrop of World War II. Protagonist Tatiana, a young Russian woman, falls in love with Alexander, an officer in the Red Army. Together, they face the challenges of war, political upheaval, and desperate choices, all while navigating a passionate and forbidden love. 4. "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah: Kristin Hannah's "The Nightingale" combines history, romance, and the bravery of women during World War II. Set in Nazi-occupied France, the novel tells the story of two sisters, Isabelle and Vianne, who take different paths in the face of war. Their journeys are marked by sacrifice, resilience, and love. This emotionally charged tale is a testament to the strength of the human spirit, making it a standout in the genre. Websites to Explore: 1. Goodreads: Goodreads.com is a popular website that provides a platform for readers to discover, rate, and review books. Their historical romance section is a great resource to find user-recommended novels in the genre. 2. Historical Romance Writers: HistoricalRomanceWriters.com is a website dedicated to promoting and supporting authors who write historical romance novels. It offers information about authors, book recommendations, and a blog featuring articles about the genre. 3. Amazon: As one of the largest online book retailers, Amazon.com offers a wide selection of historical romance novels. Readers can find customer reviews, recommendations, and suggestions for similar books based on their preferences. Conclusion: Historical romantic fiction is a genre that appeals to many readers, providing an escape to different time periods while diving into captivating love stories. From Diana Gabaldon's gripping time-travel epic to Jane Austen's classic tale of societal expectations, there is something for every historical romance enthusiast. By exploring recommended novels, getting to know talented authors, and utilizing websites like Goodreads, Historical Romance Writers, and Amazon, readers can embark on a journey through the pages of history and love.
Sang Xia occasionally fantasizes about what her mysterious father, deeply hidden by her mother, looks like. But she never imagined that when they finally meet, it would be a battle for survival. She has more than just kicking that scum off the throne in mind, she also aims to replace him! Who will stand by her side?
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Sands scorching in the wilderness, remorse gnawing at my heart, The sound of war echoing with swords and horses, tears shed in a startled night dream. Outside the window, a lonely moon hangs in the empty night, its coldness like water. Once prosperous, now fallen with a sigh, my homeland lost forever! Countless thoughts, a long sigh, only the sound of cold rain and the east wind breaking. I only wish that when I return, I can cleanse myself and redeem my sins... Fang Yage, the Princess of Anning, experienced the destruction of her country and the loss of her family. After dying, she is reborn at the age of thirteen, in the prime of her youth... In her previous life, despite being gentle and virtuous, all she got in return was the death of her loved ones and the shattering of the dynasty! In this life, even if she embarks on a path of bloodshed, she is determined to keep her family safe and prevent those insignificant people from coveting the vast mountains and rivers that belong to her uncle. When all is
120.44 Million words | 2023-06-30 02:24Update
After an unexpected death, Baihe found herself with a chance to survive. In order to maintain the current situation, she had to cross various strange worlds and complete missions. The introduction may seem inadequate, but any criticism is definitely unwelcome. Only praise is accepted. Those who criticize shouldn't blame the author for not showing any mercy. The author's tolerance is far from pristine.
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Reborn, she remained the legitimate eldest daughter of the aristocracy. However, in this life, she has experienced bloodshed and assassination, and she no longer fears the dark secrets of the mansion. Those who deceive, humiliate, and belittle me shall receive tenfold, hundredfold retribution! With each step, blood will be spilled, but fortunately, there is profound kinship. Moreover, how did cooperating in murder lead to the marriage bed? Hands off, you golden ringed rat, bite him! (I guarantee one update, and every five votes will result in an additional update. Please use pink votes to support me!)
136.65 Million words | 2020-08-17 10:18Update
Wei Chu relied on a system that descended from the heavens and was reborn, successfully avenging her family by killing the scumbag. But she longed to return to the beginning, to protect her family and him. So she had to shuttle through one task world after another, changing the tragic fate of the clients and accumulating the power to go back in time.
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Also known as "A Wisp of Incense, Defying Yin and Yang". The first thing she saw upon waking up was her own coffin. As the daughter of the Ministry of Personnel's Chief Secretary's mansion, she had been regarded as a madwoman and sent to live with her third uncle since she was young. It had been ten years since then. She lived in poverty, ignored by everyone. In the past, she was oblivious to possessing strange yin-yang dual pupils that could decipher the secrets of the heavens. But after waking up from the coffin, her mind inexplicably gained troubling memories, as well as knowledge of making incense. With rare and exotic fragrances at her fingertips, the noble families competed to win her favor. Who had once whispered in her ear, promising never to abandon her in
207.75 Million words | 2023-06-27 02:56Update
Nan Qin thanked, half of the kingdom collapsed. Zhong Yong Marquis Mansion was implicated, a prestigious family vanished overnight. Xie Fanghua, the beloved daughter of the mansion, was crushed and turned to dust. Thinking that there was nothing left, but Heaven showed favor once again, granting her another life. She looked at her prosperous family and safe loved ones, vowing to protect Zhong Yong Marquis Mansion and carry on the Xie family as long as she lived. Thus, she left her chamber, left the mansion, and infiltrated the secret training grounds of the royal guards, learning martial arts and political strategies. Eight years later, she presented a magnificent gift to the royal family as gratitude to her teachers, marking her return to the capital! From then on, the inner chambers of the influential families had a pair of hands capable of overturning the world. With her gracefulness, she became a powerful figure at the imperial court, holding a chessboard in her hands while sitting on the throne of the noble concubine. With her keen insight, she grasped everything within her control. With a snap of her fingers, the flourishing kingdom was turned upside down, and arrows rained wildly in the imperial capital. Nan Qin's return caused a storm in the city. Xie Fanghua wanted the world to know that she, a delicate woman from the inner chambers, not only understood romance but also grasped the world's affairs. This story is one on one, a lifetime commitment between two people.
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Modern woman Ye Jiayao unexpectedly travels back in time and becomes Ye Jin Xuan, the daughter of magistrate Ye Binghuai. In a twist of fate, she is kidnapped by the Black Wind Village and ends up marrying Xia Chunyu, who was once the crown prince but is now undercover in the village. With their contrasting ideologies, the two of them meet and set off a series of hilarious stories. Ye Jiayao employs various tactics and uses her exceptional cooking skills to capture Xia Chunyu's heart through his stomach. However, Xia Chunyu, who lacks a sense of humor, always has a countermove. As they joke and play, they gradually get to know and support each other, eventually becoming a loving couple.
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In a past life, they were lovers turned enemies, and she died for him. But in her reincarnation, she unexpectedly becomes his concubine! Determined to avenge herself, Muyu Xi swears to kill her husband, the emperor. However, while her plans seem ideal in theory, reality proves to be challenging, especially with these bothersome women at the palace. So she changes her tactics and uses the emperor's favor to her advantage, starting with the empress and striking down each concubine one by one. In the modern world, she was his queen, and in her reincarnated life, she continues to be fierce and proud: if someone doesn't offend her, she will choose to play with their heart; but if someone does, they will face divine punishment! With cold-blooded revenge, calculations from the previous dynasty, punishment for the harem, and the use of talent and intelligence to promote good and punish evil, she achieves glory that shines brightly. Witness the reborn concubine reclaim the heart of the cold emperor and overcome the misunderstandings of two lifetimes, ultimately gaining a lifetime of companionship and guardianship. An exhilarating tale of love and favoritism!
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On her wedding day, the hall was filled with a bloody spectacle. Wei Ziyi never expected that the foster daughter her father cherished would betray the entire General's house. And her fiance himself would personally wipe out her family! When she opened her eyes again, the once illustrious noble daughter of the General's house had become an ignored illegitimate daughter of a Marquis. Her grandmother was rough, her birth father cruel, and her mother passionate but too straightforward, unable to resist the tears of a delicate and weak woman. One after another, strange and extreme characters appeared, and conspiracies and tricks followed in succession. The seemingly simple noble mansion was fraught with deep waters. With a cold and disdainful smile, since fate gave her a chance to start over, she would seek revenge for her grievances, repay her resentments! She just didn't know when her mother and brother, of this lifetime, would hold her in the palm of their hands and cherish her; and there was one person, who possessed boundless talent and held the whole country, just to see her smile again.
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Fifteen years ago, the Ye family suffered an accidental death, leaving the mother and child deceased, and their eldest daughter shocked into madness. Fifteen years later, Ye Nianchen, who had been seeking treatment outside, suddenly recovered and returned to the capital. With careful planning, the long-kept truth gradually emerged. Ye Nianchen's only intention was to live well and witness the magnificent unfolding of the delayed karmic retribution, fifteen years in the making!
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From a princess to a member of the Imperial Guards, Wentai felt that life with Yushi was fulfilling and exciting. However, how can a woman become a member of the Imperial Guards? It seemed like a problem indeed! Can she give up her responsibilities? The commanding officer spoke, 'Of course, be a good wife of mine and you can give up whenever you want!'
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In her past life, Xiao Ximai was persecuted by her husband and step-sister, only to realize her life was built on deceit. After being reborn through fire, she treads carefully, discerning hearts and unraveling schemes, embarking on a magnificent journey alongside the seventh prince who has followed her from their previous life.
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If a good heart is destined to be deceived, then she is willing to abandon goodness and turn to evil. If the weak are destined to shed blood, then she is willing to retaliate with violence. In short, this is a story about a modern female psychopath who died in the modern world and was reborn in ancient China during the reign of the Tang Dynasty. She seeks revenge for the original host as the legitimate daughter of the Ming family, while joyfully dissecting the living people she dislikes. In simple terms, this is a storm caused by the legitimate daughter, Bai Qingting, in ancient times.
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Awakening from a dream of white grass and red flowers, Zhu Yan finds herself inexplicably transported to a small village in Jiangnan. Her memories of studying medicine are intact, but she can't recall anything else. Faced with an unknown dynasty and difficult circumstances, she relies on the fragments of her memory to practice medicine and sell herbal remedies, gaining fame in the process. With her keen mind and skillful hands, her presence and the aroma of medicinal herbs not only stir up the entire village but also unearth her hidden extraordinary background. She regrets it deeply, but now, she can't escape. This story is not about farming but about practicing medicine! The original author misunderstood the categorization, so feel free to leave if you entered by mistake, or stay to witness the medical practices and power struggles. Fictional setting! Fictional setting! Fictional setting! That's important to emphasize three times!
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The fiercest battle for the heir to the throne, the most discreet assassinations, the most mysterious and unpredictable chess game, the most ambitious concubines and courtiers. She fled her father's forced marriage and sought refuge in his bedchamber, sleeping on his bed. But he was a prince! Even a son who once hated his father's actions as a child will inevitably follow in his footsteps as an adult. It's fate playing tricks, it's the inheritance of blood. No! I am different from my father. The only way to secure the throne is by continually inciting wars among the women in the harem. They say a fox bewitches its master, but when it comes to her... How can one have both the country and the beloved? (With power struggles, this novel will take you into a unique palace battle, with both sweetness and heartache. Rest assured, you'll be hooked~)
124.81 Million words | 2021-07-25 15:29Update
In the largest courtyard in the world, there are the most rumors; from a beggar to a slave, from hunger to a den of gossip. With the fierceness learned from competing with vicious dogs for food, and the tolerance learned from being deceived by others, step by step, watch the lonely girl Fengyi blossom at every step.
203.44 Million words | 2023-06-25 06:34Update
Arriving in ancient times, I was bestowed with a pair of cunning parents and a pair of devious brothers. My days were blissfully content. I thought I would follow the steps of an ancient girl's life and find an economically suitable man. But then, I became disfigured. Oh heavens, I truly cannot marry now. Is it my fate to be a leftover woman for two lifetimes? I thought I would spend my whole life like this until I met him. What? He wants to be my husband! No, this man is too treacherous. What? It's not up to me? You, you, you, you actually plotted against me? And I have been manipulated my whole life. I had no extraordinary beauty, no business talent, and certainly no ambitions or schemes. This is just the story of an ordinary modern woman's joys and sorrows in ancient times. Please, dear readers, listen as I tell my tale.
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What else can a time traveler do besides showcasing a superior sense of power compared to contemporary people? Yes, make money, endlessly make money. A time traveler is a walking treasure trove; with a time traveler, any era could advance by leaps and bounds!
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Song Chu Yi, who shamelessly disregarded her reputation and befriended the British duke for her entire life, died. On the day of her death, the British duke coincidentally invited a theater troupe to celebrate her younger sister's birthday. Song Chu Yi, who was left all alone, felt no attachment anymore. Unexpectedly, when she opened her eyes, she found herself back to before she got married. She wondered if she should still pursue the so-called true love at all costs. With a calm heart, she replied, "If it's not mine, I don't want it. Let's forget about everyone's mistakes from the previous life and live well in this life." However, someone else who had also reincarnated seemed to be a constant annoyance, like a persistent plaster. Song Chu Yi couldn't
256.19 Million words | 2022-09-16 09:34Update
Chen Yu, a home-loving girl, was playing QQ Farm when she was unexpectedly struck by lightning. She crossed over to a different world and became a rural girl. Luckily, the game came along with Chen Yu and underwent mutation, ensuring her survival. Even as a village girl, she can still live a splendid life.
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