Historical Fiction YA: Exploring the Fascinating Past through Literature If you are a fan of young adult literature and have a penchant for history, then Historical Fiction YA is the perfect genre for you! Combining the allure of the past with relatable teenage protagonists, this genre offers a unique and engaging reading experience. Whether you're interested in medieval times, World War II, or any other historical period, there are countless captivating novels awaiting your discovery. Let's dive into the world of Historical Fiction YA and explore some of the most popular books, talented authors, and trusted websites that will quench your thirst for historical knowledge. 1. "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein: Set during World War II, this gripping novel follows the story of a young British spy captured by the Nazis in France. With themes of friendship, loyalty, and bravery, "Code Name Verity" takes readers on an emotional journey through the hardships and sacrifices of war. 2. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Narrated by Death, this moving tale is set in Nazi Germany and revolves around a young girl named Liesel Meminger, who finds solace in books during the chaos of war. Markus Zusak's powerful storytelling and unique perspective make "The Book Thief" a must-read for both history enthusiasts and young adult book lovers. 3. "Out of the Easy" by Ruta Sepetys: For those fascinated by the 1950s, this novel is a perfect pick. Set in New Orleans, it tells the story of Josie Moraine, a seventeen-year-old girl caught in the midst of a murder investigation. Ruta Sepetys seamlessly weaves historical details into this thrilling coming-of-age tale. 4. "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys: Another incredible novel by Ruta Sepetys, "Salt to the Sea" transports readers to the final days of World War II. It follows the journey of four different individuals seeking refuge aboard the ill-fated MV Wilhelm Gustloff, shedding light on a lesser-known historical event with great sensitivity and depth. 5. "The Book of Lost Names" by Kristin Harmel: This captivating story interweaves the past and present as it follows Eva Traube Abrams, a young woman in Nazi-occupied France forging documents to help children escape. Decades later, she discovers that her own past is about to resurface. Kristin Harmel expertly combines suspense, romance, and historical context in this page-turner. Trusted Websites for Historical Fiction YA Enthusiasts: 1. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): This popular online community of book lovers offers lists, reviews, and recommendations for all genres, including Historical Fiction YA. Join in discussions, connect with like-minded readers, and discover new titles to add to your reading list. 2. Book Riot (www.bookriot.com): Book Riot features engaging articles, book recommendations, and author interviews across various genres. Their dedicated YA section often highlights notable historical fiction novels and provides valuable insights for readers. 3. Epic Reads (www.epicreads.com): Epic Reads is a fantastic resource for young adult book enthusiasts. Their website includes book recommendations, author interviews, and sneak peeks into upcoming releases. The "Historical Fiction" category can be a treasure trove for YA readers eager to venture into the past. Embrace the Enchanting Blend of Past and Present: Historical Fiction YA offers the perfect opportunity to explore the past through the eyes of relatable young characters. Whether you're a history aficionado or simply looking for a captivating read, these novels will transport you to bygone eras and bring history to life. Discover the imaginative works of talented authors and immerse yourself in gripping tales of love, war, survival, and adventure. So, grab a cup of tea, cozy up with a book, and embark on a journey through history unlike any other!
In that year, a streak of light emerged from beyond the sky and fell in the southeast. In that year, Emperor Xiaozong entrusted his heir by his bedside. In that year, the heavens and earth turned upside down, with thunderous waves filling the sky. It was also in that year that he carried on his father's legacy, serving as just a minor official. There are also two completed novels, "The Great Thief of the Film World" and "The Strongest Overlord of the Multiverse," with over a million words each. The author of these novels is well-established, with stable updates and a guaranteed reputation. Those who can't wait may give them a try.
283.63 Million words | 2022-04-03 09:55Update
Shào, First is succession, second is guidance. In the year of the century, the Northern Song dynasty fell. Soon after, Emperor Zhao Guo of the ninth generation ascended the throne in Shangqiu, inheriting the rule of the Song dynasty and adopting the era name Jiànyán. However, within three months, Li Gang was dismissed as prime minister, Chen Dong was killed, Yue Fei was expelled from the army, Zong Ze was abandoned in the capital, and the anti-Jin military plans in Hebei were completely dismantled... After much effort, the officials and military of the entire court finally unified their thoughts and established the brilliant anti-Jin route of supporting Emperor Zhao's southern migration from Huaidian to Yangzhou. But as soon as they set out, after paying homage to the ancestral temple in Mingdao Palace in Bozhou, Emperor Zhao himself fell into the world-famous Nine Dragon Well. When he got up, he no longer recognized who his trusted confidants were! I want to resist the Jin dynasty! But where are my trusted confidants?! This is a sincere cry from a soul nine hundred years later. After reluctantly inheriting the name of the Great Song dynasty, he is determined to lead this court and the world onto a new path. Thus it is called Shào Sòng.
274.10 Million words | 2022-04-02 12:10Update
Before the Forbidden City, there are nine layers of gates, Countless officials with adorned hats pass through the Southern Gate. Their hats adorned with palace flowers, faces like the morning sky, The Golden Hall echoes their prestigious names far and wide. Riding horses through the ten-li Imperial Street they go, Revered as the top scholar of the Great Ming, high and low. This is a story of a modern person dedicated to studying in the Ming Dynasty, Constantly striving for progress, his achievements will fill two million words undoubtedly. His character is dependable and trustworthy, Join our reader community and chat to your heart's content effortlessly.
412.88 Million words | 2022-04-01 00:36Update
Once transported through time, I became the Prince of Da Xia! I thought I could easily manipulate the world, but little did I know that I would end up in the cold palace, oppressed by wicked slaves! The courtiers watched coldly, the emperor turned a blind eye, and even my own blood relatives constantly sought to kill me! In the face of it all, Zhao Yang eradicated the wicked, amassed wealth, and expanded his network. Finally, one day, he stood at the highest point and uttered those famous words to those who had once humiliated him: I declare that everyone present here is trash!
70.34 Million words | 2022-03-30 23:29Update
Zhu Yuanzhang: 'A group of corrupt officials who embezzle and pervert the law, I want to kill them all.' Han Du: 'Your Majesty, hold your anger. Instead of killing them, it's better to exploit their remaining value and squeeze them dry.' Zhu Yuanzhang: If my dear readers think 'Great Ming Fireworks' is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your QQ groups and friends on Weibo! w.
500.10 Million words | 2022-03-29 20:29Update
Ace Special Forces unfortunately fell and returned to the chaos of the Three Kingdoms at the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty... In an era where the strong ruled and killings ran rampant, warlords only sought to conquer and kill, treating lives like weeds. If you want to survive, rely on wisdom, strength, beauty, wealth to secure your survival chip! Zhao Xing, who is possessed by Yang Zhijun - a tenant farmer, an orphan with a widowed mother, poor and destitute, what will he use as his survival chip? You don't want to deceive others, but others deceive you; I have no intention of killing, but others want to kill me... Since it is an era where the strong prey on the weak, then be a righteous and iron-blooded man! Kill Zhang Yang and take over Shangdang, defeating Dong Zhuo in the west, capturing Lu Bu and obtaining the Red Hare... I don't want the realm to be divided into four, so I will conquer the world with my eight-foot iron spear! From the north of Liaodong to the south of Jiaozhou, as the mighty army passes, watch Yuan Shao, Liu Bei, Cao Cao, and Sun Ce turn to dust... With me, Zhao Xing, how can the Three Kingdoms be restored to the Jin Dynasty? Witness the Zhao family's one million iron army sweeping across the world, shining brightly in the land of China! Keywords for the novel: Invincible Special Forces that returned to the Three Kingdoms.
228.01 Million words | 2022-03-29 01:12Update
Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, Liang, Tang, Jin, Han, Zhou. The darkest period in Chinese history. Over fifty years, five dynasties came and went. Wars and rebellions plagued the land, with the common people living in dire situations, longing for salvation. Four women, each with different personalities and charms, who is the protagonist's true goddess? Brotherhood, who will accompany the protagonist to the end? Dai Zhou tells the story of a modern person's helplessness in ancient times, and their struggle in the face of adversity. What will be the outcome? Perhaps unimaginable. "Why not carry a Wu hook, claim fifty states of the mountain pass. I invite you to ascend the Lingyan Pavilion momentarily, becoming a nobleman of countless households?" Join "Dai Zhou" and experience a different journey through time and space.
137.92 Million words | 2022-03-27 13:10Update
"Breaking news!" A person rushed in from outside, "My lord! Chen Qun has once again made a complaint to the lord about your personal life!" Guo Jia, with a composed expression, turned his head slightly to the side. "What do you think, Zhongda?" Sima Yi stepped forward and clasped his hands. "My lord, in my opinion, the most urgent matter at hand is to capture Lady Sun Shangxiang." Guo Jia burst into laughter and clapped his hands. "You truly understand me, Sima Zhongda!" ... At the grand celebration of the Wei Kingdom's triumph, a confident Cao Cao was about to deliver a groundbreaking speech. Suddenly, Xun Yu approached him and quietly reminded him, "My lord, when you go up there, don't forget to first thank Guo Jia!" Dear readers, if you enjoy "Guo Jia," please don't forget to recommend it to your friends on QQ groups and Weibo!
181.65 Million words | 2022-03-26 03:20Update
I was fortunate enough to travel through time, but I was born into a landlord family. Although I never lacked food and clothing in this life, I didn't want to live off others, so Fu Xiaoguan did some things casually. Unexpectedly, the impact was so huge. The emperor wanted to promote him to a high-ranking official, the princess wanted to marry him as her husband, the daughter of the Shangshufu wouldn't marry anyone else, the savage wanted his head, the barbarian country wanted his life, and the Fan country wanted his money... but all Fu Xiaoguan wanted was to be a big landlord!
302.55 Million words | 2022-03-20 08:30Update
Transmigrated to the Ming Dynasty, becoming the carpenter emperor Zhu Youxiao. Since I have arrived in the Ming Dynasty, it is my duty to make the Ming Dynasty shine throughout the world for thousands of years! 'Your Majesty, Xiong Tingbi has slain a rebellious dragon in the East Sea and presented the Dragon Ball as tribute!' A rebellious dragon? Dragon Ball? Zhu Youxiao: (⊙ω⊙)???(Irregular historical fiction, please do not take it seriously!)
166.49 Million words | 2022-03-13 18:02Update
National medicine and national arts combined, shocking the Three Kingdoms. Li Qin, a modern ordinary traditional Chinese medicine practitioner, accidentally falls asleep before a blind date. When he wakes up, he finds himself in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. The Three Kingdoms at the end of the Han Dynasty were filled with wars, chaos, and bloodshed, and there was no peaceful and joyful land in the world. Li Qin's identity has transformed into the eleventh-generation grandson of General Li Guang of the Great Han Dynasty
102.40 Million words | 2022-03-03 02:03Update
Accidentally sent the lucky money password to the homeroom teacher... Didn't expect her to react like this...
478.83 Million words | 2022-02-26 09:43Update
Wu Zetian ascended to the throne. In the ancient city of Luoyang a thousand years ago, the vibrant peonies bloomed in bright red, and the morning sun rose, shedding countless rays of light. Beneath the prosperity, concealed were the bloody battles that unfolded time and time again. Qin Shaoyou arrived, and then he smiled: "Give me a vegetable knife, and I can conquer the world."
185.55 Million words | 2022-02-23 04:07Update
"The Chronicles of the Ming Dynasty" mainly narrates various events related to the Ming Dynasty that took place between Year A and Year B over the span of three centuries. Based on historical records, the story revolves around specific time periods and individuals, incorporating the narrative techniques of a novel. It presents a panoramic display of the fates of the seventeen emperors of the Ming Dynasty, as well as other royal and influential figures, along with ordinary people. The narrative focuses particularly on the political arena, warfare, and the ambitions of emperors, while also encompassing the political, economic, and ethical systems of the time.
110.26 Million words | 2022-02-18 04:14Update
Fang Xing transmigrated and brought two warehouses with him! While others bring with them an aura of dominance when they time travel, Fang Xing only wants to farm! "All I want is to live leisurely in this era!" Sitting with his beautiful wives and concubines, he also takes the opportunity to teach a few disciples, working hard to make them climb up, so they can be his support! But who would have thought that these disciples are somewhat unreliable, and it turns out they are...
599.09 Million words | 2022-02-16 02:39Update
In the third month of the seventh year of Chongzhen, there was a severe drought in Shanxi and Shaanxi, with thousands of miles of barren land and widespread famine. In the fourth month, Li Zicheng entered Henan and joined forces with Zhang Xianzhong to capture Chengcheng. In the seventh month, the Later Jin army besieged Xuanfu, looting Datong, and many border fortresses were lost. The Ming Dynasty faced internal troubles and external threats, in a state of instability. In July of that year, Wang Dou unexpectedly arrived in the Ming Dynasty and became an ordinary soldier stationed in Shunxiangbao, a fortress in Xuanfu. ※※※ [Rankings of the military in Xuanfu Garrison, Ming Dynasty: Soldier, Sergeant, Squad Leader, Defense, Integrity, Security, Guerrilla, Deputy General, Vice General, Commander.]
348.26 Million words | 2022-02-12 07:50Update
Yang Tian: "Amo, remember, what belongs to brother is brother's. I won't give it to you, so you can't snatch it." Yang Guang: "But what if I like it?" Yang Tian: "That's not allowed either. Otherwise, there will be chaos in the world. You will be remembered for eternity, cursed for being disloyal and unfilial, cursed for being heartless... in short, you will end up with nowhere to be buried." Yang Guang: "..." After a while, Yang Guang timidly said, "Brother, if I eat an apple, will it be so serious?" Recommended Book by Lao Mao: "The New Biography of Rebel King Li Zicheng" (Book number: [Provide book number])
167.77 Million words | 2022-02-11 21:10Update
The forensic doctor reveals the truth, holding the authority of justice. He solves cases and hunts down criminals, discerning the truth from the lies. With his hand, he supports the 400 provinces and oversees vast territories. He sails across the seas for ten thousand miles... His eyes are sharp as lightning, penetrating the depths of hell. His sword shines brightly, eradicating all evil spirits! -------------------- A new book by Mao Tiao is released, encompassing youth and campus life, as well as the world of officials and businessmen. A butterfly of destiny: "The School Beauty Is Reborn to Love Me." Qi Ran, as ordinary as a stone on the roadside, is suddenly noticed by the school beauty and the daughter of the city mayor... Holding hands, they cross the divide of ordinary life. Life unfolds in an exciting and colorful manner, step by step.
370.76 Million words | 2022-02-10 04:33Update
A modern veteran backpacker traverses to the Eastern Jin Dynasty and possesses the spirit of a young man from a humble background named Chen Caozhi. Confronted with the difficult situation of his family's land being usurped and his virtuous widowed sister-in-law being forced into a remarriage, how will Chen Caozhi break through the prejudice against his social class and change his own destiny in order to protect his own and his clan's interests? Witness how the young man from a humble background rises step by step in the strict hierarchical system of the Nine-Rank Officials Law, befriends Gu Kaizhi, marries Xie Daoyun, and accomplishes great feats in warfare, contributing to the first book about time-traveling to the Eastern Jin Dynasty.
156.32 Million words | 2022-02-09 20:47Update
A military doctor from the United Nations peacekeeping force, he was transported back to ancient times after being hit by a roadside bomb while on a mission, reincarnating into a family of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. As he grew up, he became the most unconventional child in the family, refusing to learn the ancestral traditions of Chinese medicine. While others prescribed various herbal remedies in their clinics, he took a different approach. If you had a fever, he would give you paracetamol; if you had pneumonia, he would prescribe amoxicillin; if you had appendicitis, he would perform surgery; and if a pregnant woman faced a difficult delivery, he had a
73.40 Million words | 2022-02-02 00:17Update
Leaving this world due to a car accident, he continues to live in the Great Tang Empire with a different identity, writing his own legend in the flourishing era of the Tang Dynasty! Tired of conflicts yet trapped within them; trying to stay away from troubles, yet forced to intervene time and time again. Helpless, he steps forward to solve the endless problems, gradually becoming a powerful figure capable of making the world tremble at his hands. In the rivers and lakes, one's choices are often limited. How should he decide his path? Since avoidance is impossible, he will face difficulties head-on, for his destiny lies in his own hands rather than the heavens!
169.45 Million words | 2022-01-29 22:01Update
