2022 Historical Fiction: Exploring the Captivating Worlds of the Past Are you an avid reader who loves immersing themselves in the enchanting worlds of the past? If so, 2022 is an exciting year for historical fiction enthusiasts like yourself. With a plethora of fascinating novels set to be released, you'll have plenty to indulge in and transport yourself to different eras. In this article, we'll highlight some highly anticipated historical fiction releases, notable authors in the genre, and recommend a few websites to enhance your reading experience. 1. "The Lost Queen" by Signe Pike: Embark on a mesmerizing journey to the Dark Ages in Scotland with "The Lost Queen." Signe Pike's debut novel follows the tale of Languoreth, a forgotten queen who defies the constraints of her time. Filled with rich historical details and a dash of magic, this book is perfect for fans of both historical fiction and fantasy. 2. "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah: Step into the dust-filled world of the Great Depression in Kristin Hannah's "The Four Winds." Set against the backdrop of the 1930s, this powerful novel tells the story of a resilient woman named Elsa Martinelli, who must navigate the hardships of poverty, drought, and social injustice. Hannah's evocative writing transports readers to an era defined by struggle, resilience, and the indomitable spirit of the human heart. 3. "The Rose Code" by Kate Quinn: Travel back to World War II and delve into the world of code-breaking in "The Rose Code" by Kate Quinn. Inspired by the real-life women of Bletchley Park, this gripping novel intertwines the lives of three female codebreakers who must unravel a mystery that could change the course of the war. Quinn's meticulously researched storytelling and complex characters make for an engrossing read. Notable Historical Fiction Authors: - Philippa Gregory: Known for her captivating portrayal of the Tudor era, Philippa Gregory has penned numerous bestsellers, including "The Other Boleyn Girl" and "The White Queen." - Ken Follett: With epic historical sagas like "The Pillars of the Earth" and "World Without End," Ken Follett has garnered a massive following. His meticulous attention to historical detail and intricate plotlines make his novels a must-read for any history buff. - Hilary Mantel: Winner of the prestigious Man Booker Prize, Hilary Mantel's "Wolf Hall" trilogy transports readers to the court of Henry VIII. Her masterful storytelling and in-depth characterization breathe life into this significant period in English history. Websites to Explore: 1. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): Goodreads is a comprehensive platform for book lovers, offering recommendations, author interviews, and expansive lists of historical fiction novels. Browse user reviews, join book clubs, and discover hidden gems in the genre. 2. Historical Novel Society (historicalnovelsociety.org): The Historical Novel Society website is a treasure trove of resources for historical fiction enthusiasts. From book reviews to author interviews and features on upcoming releases, this website is a valuable companion for staying informed about the latest happenings in the genre. 3. The History Quill (www.thehistoryquill.com): For aspiring historical fiction writers or those interested in the craft, The History Quill website provides valuable advice, tips, and resources. Explore their blog, participate in workshops, and connect with fellow writers to enhance your understanding of historical fiction. Immerse Yourself in the Past: With an abundance of enthralling historical fiction novels to look forward to in 2022, you're bound to find captivating reads that transport you to different eras. Whether you enjoy tales of ancient civilizations, the intrigue of the medieval period, or the tumultuous events of the 20th century, historical fiction is sure to satisfy your craving for mesmerizing storytelling. So, grab your favorite novel, lose yourself in the past, and enjoy the journey!
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70.87 Million words | 2022-10-03 04:51Update
In a world ruled by seven super corporations, where the immortal species always holds the pinnacle of power, there are no established laws, only floating islands serving as prisons, and a future where resources will eventually run out... People yearn for the birth of a true "hero," while also eagerly anticipating the fall of a fallen hero from their pedestal. As long as the media praises someone as a hero, even murder can be forgiven, every word they speak will be revered, and even the haughty elves dare not challenge the hero's authority. However, if a former hero commits even the slightest wrongdoing, once their image collapses, the forgiven sins erupt again like an unquenched fire, turning the once shining stars into unforgivable sinners in an instant... "――Come, become a hero, Russell." The most fearsome criminals in the world slip a knife into the hands of a young boy, whispering persuasively. This work, "Player of Super Justice," has already completed the story with thousands of chapters on multiple foreign websites, with guaranteed reliability.
187.85 Million words | 2022-04-22 23:30Update
Since ancient times, the most elite personnel in the military have only been found in two places. One is the most elite special forces, and the other is in maximum-security prisons. In order to conceal the fact that he was a cultivation genius, Zhao Li had no choice but to join the military and use the military's combat techniques to cover up his extraordinary cultivation level. However, he inexplicably found himself assigned to serve in a maximum-security prison. In the prison, Zhao Li encountered countless heinous criminals and learned many extraordinary skills. But most importantly, he witnessed the darkness within society and the military. Thus, Zhao Li's legendary journey began in the prison. Shattered V.I.P. Group-- Shattered Group-- Shattered Group-- Shattered Group-- Shattered Group-- Shattered Group-- Special thanks to Xu Cheng, an individual who provided all of the reader groups.
188.46 Million words | 2023-06-27 04:16Update
The Internet? It's not that simple. It's the unprecedented super star network that connects the entire universe together. The future world? It's not that simple. The forces of darkness have already spread to every corner of the universe. From Earth to distant galaxies, darkness is like a dangerous beast, lurking and ready to pounce... ........................................................ Continuing from there, at the speed of nine light years per second, a brand new sci-fi masterpiece invites you to step into an era of universal crisis, where only the paranoid can survive.
184.41 Million words | 2022-01-12 21:19Update
"Someday, I will become the man with the highest bounty in the entire universe sea!" At the opening ceremony of the Blue Sea Basic Military Academy, Gu Ding, as the representative of the freshman class, proclaimed his grand ambition in front of the entire school faculty and students.
410.32 Million words | 2020-08-30 01:47Update
Due to a strange assessment, Bai Lin inexplicably entered the Holy Language Academy of the three major universities of the Federation. After awakening the power of "Nothing" inexplicably, his life underwent tremendous changes. The power of "Nothing" is like a certain kind of contract, regardless of who the other party is. As long as the words regarding borrowing are spoken, a two-way contract can be established. The contract is two-way and once established, it is permanent. Borrowing power comes at a cost. For every time he borrows someone else's power, he needs to fulfill an absolute request from others without violating his own interests and bottom line. "So... this is your reason for hiding from your creditors with me?" Gloria looked at Bai Lin, who was lying in front of her, with a smile on her face. "Last time, you borrowed my alchemy ability. It's time to pay back. How about dating me?" The contract is absolute. "Do you know why I came here to hide?" "Why?" "Because among the creditors behind me... there's my sister. Her requests are the same as yours." (ps: This book lacks all shame and will try not to poison the farmers.┑(￣Д￣)┍)
60.64 Million words | 2023-05-01 15:58Update
This is a world of reckless behavior after death. Summon Dad, summon Lu Bu, summon Beethoven, so tired! Summon ancestors, summon death gods, summon Napoleon, enough is enough! However, we can summon Haizi, Gu Cheng, Cangyang Gyatso, and build an amazing poetry empire! We can also summon Hatsune, Aya, Iori, Kurumi, and build a cute dimensional empire! Infinite divine horses are really terrible, but I guess death, so adorable, must be blue-kid paper...
95.37 Million words | 2021-06-02 12:54Update
In the future world, genes reign supreme. Various gene modification drugs developed by Yunyang have become popular throughout the universe. Want superpowers? Take the gene modification drug. Want to successfully lose weight? Take the gene modification drug. Want to transform into a beautiful woman? Take the gene modification drug. Want to become a handsome man? Take the gene modification drug. Want to reverse aging? Take the gene modification drug... Yunyang believes that anything in the world that can be solved through genetic technology is not a problem.
63.10 Million words | 2021-11-23 04:45Update
Lin Xisu, a teenage boy from the sunken village, was kidnapped by the Star Pirates, thus embarking on the interstellar stage. The restless Morgans, the figure behind the Sinken Blades, and the traces of the galactic hero from thousands of years ago, all troubled him. Interstellar cruise ships, hidden battle lines of martial cultivators, and spaceships that evolve through the fusion of different civilizations' creations. They are special incubators that, due to the fusion of different materials, produce countless variations. From the initial E-class to the elite-class, and then to the legendary-class and demigod-class, they are full of unpredictable dangers. Under the sun's corona, a new journey begins...
415.86 Million words | 2021-04-17 14:32Update
By a twist of fate, Xia Fei accidentally consumed a bottle of unbranded, undated, unlabelled, and originless genetic optimization liquid. And thus, our story begins... [Author's custom tag: Passionate]
530.13 Million words | 2022-04-25 16:34Update
"Ordinary Fireball Spell." "Continual Ordinary Fireball Spell." "Serious Fireball Spell." "Continual Serious Fireball Spell." "Sigh, I don't even have anyone to fight, the forbidden spell I've learned has already gathered dust—" "Nonsense, you don't even—""Super Serious Fireball Spell with the Righteous Iron Fist!" Qi Yu withdrew his fist. "This is my forbidden spell!" This book is also known as "Daily Life of the Invincible Magic Master" and "Chronicles of Abnormal Creatures Invading Earth." That's how it is, meow. Please kindly consider and recommend this book.
145.24 Million words | 2020-07-07 20:47Update
Bai Qingyu traveled from the apocalypse to the future and found this place to her liking. She decided to change her tomboyish image and become a lady. However, she accidentally ended up going down a path of violence and became increasingly obsessed with it. As a background character who never showed her face in the original text, she unexpectedly gained a strong presence and caused the storyline to collapse, overshadowing both the female lead and the supporting character in the novel. Despite being the most useless guard among the superpowered individuals, she broke through her own limitations, fought back, and humiliated countless illusionists. Bai Qingyu: "This illusionist is good, and that one is good too, but
69.42 Million words | 2023-04-27 23:58Update
"Six-legged black fiery worm, a seventh-tier elite insect beast. By absorbing it, I should be able to reach the eighth-tier." "Gigantic Thunderblast Dragon Beast, with a bronze-level bloodline. Its size is as massive as a small asteroid. If I absorb it, I can immediately advance to the black hole level!" "Primordial White Column Elephant, the finest among the chaotic spirit beasts, is a formidable opponent. But once I absorb it, my life index will exceed ten thousand..." Wang Xu unexpectedly obtained a flame that can devour insect beasts and convert their energy into his own power. From then on, he swept through the galaxy, never to be forgotten! [New author, new book. Please collect and recommend!] [A new reader group has been created. Friends who want to join can read the author's message.]
200.30 Million words | 2023-01-24 08:15Update
The days when we chased the "Coiling Dragon" novel together. The diary of Coiling Dragon's female fan lolita. For details, click on pl. Following "Nine Cauldrons," "Coiling Dragon," "Stellar Transformations," "Cuan Mang," and "Stellar Peak Legend," this is Tomato's sixth book! Summary: In the starry sky, this planet is entirely brownish-yellow, with no signs of life, and a diameter of kilometers. Oh, it unexpectedly contains veins of "Stellar Tears Gold." What luck! After devouring this planet, my strength should be restored to what it was before my injury. Pale-faced Luo Feng sits cross-legged on a flying meteorite, overlooking a lifeless planet in the distance. "Swallowing the Starry Sky," Tomato's sixth novel, will present a vast and mysterious future world.
478.45 Million words | 2021-07-31 14:55Update
"This is a 'Hongjun' class crystal warship, weighing 390 million tons, operated by 1,523 cultivators at the Qi Refining stage. The main controlling crystal brain processes 90 million divine thoughts per second, with computational power comparable to an Nascent Soul cultivator, capable of instantly suppressing a planet!" Li Yaozhuo stood above the boundless starry sea, looking at the colossal object before him, silently calculating in his heart, "To dismantle this warship into scrap, I will need... seconds!" ... In an era of cultivation, an ordinary borderland youth, roaring through the stars, becomes the legend who dominates the galaxy!
1,081.91 Million words | 2022-08-08 04:29Update
Encountering the apocalypse, Lin Ran Tong fortunately obtained a unique spatial ability, with a magical tree of hope inside the space. Thus, she casually planted vegetables, raised a few chickens and ducks, took care of her son, made a few close friends, and together they sought survival in this difficult end-of-world, cherishing each moment. The old group is already full, for the new group number, welcome friends to visit, a book character's name is the key to knock on the door.
99.76 Million words | 2022-02-21 20:48Update
There are a thousand extraordinary abilities in the world, with countless methods to dominate and conquer. Even if one could shatter kingdoms and become an unrivaled king, is that enough in this new world full of extraordinary powers? What kind of power is truly formidable, and who can have the last laugh? A blend of supernatural fantasy and mildly thought-provoking literature (a bit slow at first, but worth the anticipation, please bookmark and stay tuned).
27.54 Million words | 2020-08-17 12:06Update
Hong Yi loves to gaze at the stars, the profound night and the brilliant starlight can temporarily make people forget their troubles and imagine things they want but cannot have, or reminisce about past beauty. However, no matter how far the thoughts wander, there is always a time to return to reality. The most important thing for people is to live down-to-earth and look forward. After a major catastrophe, humanity relies on activating the brain domain to become evolvers, gaining mysterious powers within the brain domain, which are known as skills! Completed novels include "New World at the End", "Chapter of Demons", "Unrivaled Martial Saint", and "Shadow Street". Rest assured, the quality is guaranteed for reading!
95.63 Million words | 2021-10-01 02:39Update
【Hilarious Urban Sci-fi Super Cool Novel!】 【Urban Rebirth + Future Technology = One person dominating the world!】 Is the end of science theology? Yes, Chen Lang, who has been reborn, knows better than anyone else. In the not-so-distant future, under the pressure of world destruction, humanity can unleash immense wisdom and creativity. This is an era where everyone can become a dragon and gods are created. Chen Lang is determined to become the father of all living beings and the gods' godfather! 【Book Fans Group:】
217.90 Million words | 2021-06-05 12:35Update
In the future, almost everything in the world can be encapsulated. Cars become capsules the size of peanuts, fit in pockets, luxurious mansions fit in
74.36 Million words | 2022-04-29 17:06Update
Natural persons are the darlings of the new century. Chen Xiansong is a natural person. Due to a slight fever, he was crowded into the most advanced body repair tank by a group of new humans. Upon waking up, he realized that something seemed a little off.
163.92 Million words | 2020-11-12 05:45Update
