California Historical Fiction: Exploring the Rich Tapestry of the Golden State's Past Are you a history enthusiast who also happens to be a fan of captivating storytelling? If you're searching for engaging books that beautifully intertwine history and fiction, look no further than California's rich collection of historical fiction novels. Transporting readers across different eras, these novels vividly recreate the diverse and captivating history of the Golden State. One highly recommended author in the realm of California historical fiction is John Jakes. His "California Gold" series takes readers on an epic journey through the state's history, starting from the Gold Rush in 1849 and extending through the early 20th century. With meticulously researched details and a cast of compelling characters, Jakes skillfully brings the past to life in his sweeping saga. Another must-read author is Lisa See, known for her ability to brilliantly blend history and culture in her novels. "Shanghai Girls" and its sequel "Dreams of Joy" transport readers to early 20th-century Los Angeles, painting a captivating portrait of the Chinese-American experience. Seamlessly weaving history, family dynamics, and personal struggles, See's novels offer an immersive experience into California's complex past. For those interested in the Spanish colonial period, Helen Hunt Jackson's "Ramona" is a classic choice. Set in the late 19th century, this novel tells the story of a young girl of mixed Native American and Scottish heritage living in Southern California. "Ramona" not only explores the romance between the title character and her love interest, but also sheds light on the challenges faced by Native peoples during the era of American westward expansion. If you prefer a novel with a touch of mystery, Raymond Chandler's iconic detective series featuring Philip Marlowe is set in 1930s Los Angeles. While not strictly historical fiction, Chandler's works provide a gritty and atmospheric portrayal of the city's underbelly during the interwar period. His most famous novel, "The Big Sleep," is a noir masterpiece that delves into the dark side of California's glamour and allure. To discover more California historical fiction novels, websites like Goodreads and Historical Novel Society are excellent resources. These platforms offer comprehensive lists, reviews, and ratings that can guide you in selecting your next captivating read. In conclusion, California's rich history serves as a compelling backdrop for a diverse range of historical fiction novels. Whether you're interested in the Gold Rush, the Chinese-American experience, Spanish colonial California, or 1930s noir, there's a book out there that will transport you to another time and place. So grab a novel, settle into your favorite reading nook, and let the captivating stories of the Golden State's past unfold before your eyes. Happy reading!
In the 19th century, it was a time when Western powers divided the world and also the beginning of the downfall of the Chinese nation. If a time traveler were to come to 19th century China, could he change China's fate? In the spring of that year, the Taiping Army attacked Nanjing. Secret agent Wang Feng, in the moment of life and death, resolutely opened the city gates and surrendered, gaining the appreciation of Yang Xiuqing, the Eastern King, and becoming one of his attendants. However, their differing ideologies and the corruption of the top brass of the Taiping Army gradually distanced him from them, and he embarked on his own entrepreneurial path. Throughout his life, he made countless enemies, including Hong Xiuquan, Yang Xiuqing, Wei Changhui, Zeng Guofan, Zuo Zongtang, Li Hongzhang, Sengge Rinchen, Xianfeng, Lincoln, Victoria, Nicholas Yevgenyevich, Louis Bonaparte, Toshimichi Okubo, and Nogi Maresuke. But he also had friends all over the world, including Shi Dakai, Chen Yucheng, Sheng Xuanhuai, Hu Xueyan, the Commander-in-Chief of the Confederate Army, the Ottoman Sultan, the Tokugawa Shogunate, Nobel, and Bismarck. Lincoln: I strongly condemn Wang Feng's barbaric acts of dividing nations by force! Commander-in-Chief of the Confederate Army: Oh! Wang Feng is the most sincere friend of the people of the American South!
257.78 Million words | 2021-09-22 20:06Update
Qin Zheng travels back in time to the Qin Dynasty... However, things are a bit different. Qi, Chu, Yan, Han, Zhao, and Wei still compete for dominance. As for Qin? There's no such place! In this era of great turmoil, the winds of change are unpredictable! Let's see how an insignificant individual can stir up waves that shake the world!
509.74 Million words | 2020-10-19 04:17Update
Everyone dreams of being an emperor, but I am different! I am the heir to the Great Qin Empire. Qin Shihuang, the first emperor, is my great-grandfather, Qin Ershi Hu Hai is my second grandfather, and Prince Ying of Qin is my father. However, it doesn't matter! The Han Dynasty has now established its third generation, with Empress Lü ruling the court. But I will not give up. Some things are worth striving for in order to avoid regrets. PS: When I say "strive," I mean to live a fulfilling life in this colorful world. After all, isn't the goal of life to seek happiness? Of course, I still have the dream of becoming an emperor, but let's consider it as a side quest. - Ying Xuan
128.19 Million words | 2021-01-12 17:34Update
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
"The Great Qin Empire" is a long historical novel that depicts the rise and fall of the Qin dynasty. The Qin Empire emerged during a time of fierce competition among powerful contenders, establishing a unified and powerful empire and pioneering a new iron civilization. However, it only had a lifespan of fifteen years, fleeting like a shooting star, roaring and then perishing. Within this immense historical upheaval and dramatic fate of the empire, countless miraculous stories and the joys and sorrows of great figures are hidden. Their individual destinies, whether delicate or magnificent, righteous or wicked, heroic or mediocre, compose this symphony of history. The societal framework and cultural traditions woven by the empire still regulate our lives today, serving as a monumental spiritual pillar of the Chinese nation."
558.67 Million words | 2020-12-12 06:23Update
"Can the 'prosperous era of Qianlong' truly be incapable of provoking rebellion? When the soul of a modern young man, Chen Jialuo, transmigrates into the story, the Red Flower Society embarks on a different path of revolution."
87.05 Million words | 2020-08-28 17:00Update
A heartwarming and vibrant novel set in a military background, revolving around the love story of Tang Xiaomi and Zuo Lun.
499.90 Million words | 2023-03-13 03:34Update
Once crossed over, she became a notorious plague god and short-lived ghost in the surroundings. Her family was dragged down to live in a shack, and many people were waiting to see if this whole family could survive the winter. Either they starved to death or froze to death! But as they waited, this family bought houses, fields, land, and shops... What in the world was going on with this outrageous fortune? —— People in the capital city knew that the Jin Prince married a peasant girl who only knew how to farm, and he cherished her like a pearl. Everyone was waiting to see how this country girl turned princess would make a fool of herself and disgrace the Jin Prince. However, one day, they discovered that the legendary certain someone and another certain someone were actually the little princess of the Jin Prince's family! What happened to the little peasant girl who was supposed to only know how to farm? (Witness how this little peasant girl will become famous throughout the world and become the wealthiest under heaven!)
302.72 Million words | 2022-01-11 09:23Update
My name is Cyberton, I have a small box. If your nickname is related to the heroes of the Sui and Tang dynasties, I can grant you their powers. As for that Wang Lun, we formed a sect together. Whose power do you want to obtain? What...the power of Li Mi? And you want me to find you Xiao Fei? Why don't you go die!
527.29 Million words | 2020-08-22 07:18Update
An excellent jewelry technician accidentally travels back in time to the Tang Dynasty, where he becomes an apprentice in a struggling gold shop. His master is lazy and hot-tempered, and his two older apprentices have a difficult relationship. To make matters worse, he is bound by a strict apprentice contract that forbids him from leaving. Fortunately, there is a beautiful young lady who secretly has feelings for him. Liu Yuan has yet to decide on his future path. Unexpectedly, overnight, his two older apprentices kill their master and flee with all the gold and valuables, leaving behind a mountain of debt and unpaid loans. The impending rent payment and other financial obligations leave the young lady at a loss for what to do. Should she sell their possessions or even sell herself to a brothel? PS: The book's chat group welcomes anyone who likes to chat and brag.
327.02 Million words | 2021-01-24 08:39Update
A former top-notch thief reigns in a parallel universe. Immersed in a completely unfamiliar world, he strives to forge a new era, though such a story may seem cliché. However, in this case, I hope to inject some fresh elements into the familiar narrative. The protagonist, a thief in his previous life, retains memories he shouldn't have acquired due to not drinking the Meng Po's footwashing water before being reincarnated. In this new world, what can he accomplish? The only viable option seems to be to continue his thieving ways, but on a grander scale – stealing the entire world. Of course, in a YY novel, failure is not an option. So, as long as the readers find it thrilling, it's all good. If they're not pleased, the author can indulge in some appropriate consequences. No need to hold back. Author's self-defined tags: passion, adventure.
101.25 Million words | 2022-01-10 23:46Update
Year, Ren Shen. In the fifth year of the Chongzhen reign of the Ming Dynasty, and the sixth year of the Tiancong reign of the Later Jin Dynasty. Li Xiaohun, a college student, transmigrated into a mentally challenged pawn in a place called Niuti Dun, in the Andongwei region of Shandong Province. At that time, the land of China was plagued by various bandits such as Gao Yingxiang, Li Zicheng, and Zhang Xianzhong in the western regions such as Shaanxi and Shanxi. In the north, the Later Jin Dynasty gained momentum after their victory in the Battle of Da Linghe, becoming more and more rampant in Liaodong. Meanwhile, in the local area of Shandong, rebels like Kong Youde and Geng Zhongming were attacking cities and seizing territories, displaying their arrogance. In such a perilous situation, how will Li Xiaohun survive and thrive in the turbulent times of the late Ming Dynasty? In fact, I have always felt that compared to grandiose ambitions of conquering the world immediately and changing the world overnight, the protagonist Li Xiaohun's gradual transformation of the destinies and joys and sorrows of the ordinary people of the late Ming Dynasty in his daily life and in the process of his gradual rise, should be a more realistic and down-to-earth highlight.
109.78 Million words | 2022-01-30 17:06Update
Reincarnated as the helpless Adou, overturned the story of the Three Kingdoms. This novel "Adou" can be considered as a representative work during my early days as a writer. If you like Three Kingdoms genre, you can give it a try. New pen name, "Passing Through the Obstacles," new book "The All-Rounder," with a very innovative concept that can be said to have pioneered a new subject matter. The story is quite passionate, so I recommend everyone to take a look!
154.53 Million words | 2022-09-19 01:30Update
Master of military industry, Tao Ying, returned to the war-torn Xuzhou after a failed attempt to develop a mass destruction weapon. In the year of Xuzhou, during the end of the Han Dynasty, Cao Cao's army surrounded the city, intending to slaughter everyone and leave no one alive, while Liu Bei gained tremendous popularity within the city. Furthermore, Lu Bu, riding on his red rabbit horse, was on his way to Xuzhou. Unfortunately, Tao Ying had the misfortune of transmigrating into the despised second son of Tao Qian. In this era where heroes emerged one after another, some vanished into thin air with a single snap, while others scared away millions of soldiers with a mighty roar. However, the weak Tao Ying had only one wish - to defend Xuzhou!
164.94 Million words | 2020-08-21 21:14Update
Once a top graduate from the most prestigious university in China, a STEM genius found himself unexpectedly transported to the Three Kingdoms era after a high school reunion where he had just successfully pursued his crush. "What? Zhuge Liang? Three Kingdoms?" he exclaimed. "Damn it, I refuse to accept this. I want to go back!" Joined by the Four Generals of Youzhou, with Lu Bu fighting for him and Zhao Yun serving under him, he battled Dong Zhuo and fought against Cao Cao... There were also Diao Chan, Xiao Qiao, Da Qiao... After all the glory, what would come next? P.S. This novel is a fictional story set in an alternative historical timeline, with three parts based on historical events and seven parts filled with excitement. Please understand any inconsistencies in the plot that may arise due to the storyline requirements. I promise
376.61 Million words | 2022-10-12 02:51Update
He comes from Jiangnan, a collateral branch of the Zhu family, one of the four major families. His name is Zhu Cheng, and he has a third uncle named Zhu Jun! After time-traveling to the Three Kingdoms era, he unexpectedly discovers that he can level up by fighting monsters. With the support of the "Heroes System," why should he submit to others? He rises during the Yellow Turban Rebellion, becomes renowned during the campaign against Dong Zhuo, and subdues the chaos in the South, establishing prosperity in Jiangnan. Born and raised in an influential family, he understands the phrase "There may not be a thousand-year dynasty, but there are ten-thousand-year families." Suddenly realizing, the royal family is actually the largest family in
388.87 Million words | 2022-04-02 11:03Update
When he traced his roots, modern-day Changsun Chong was sucked into a post-apocalyptic space. In order to reunite with his parents, he had no choice but to be sent back to the Tang Dynasty and become Changsun Chong, the son-in-law of the Tang Dynasty. Arriving in the Tang Dynasty, he was unfamiliar with the place and naturally needed to embrace the biggest thigh. The emperor was the biggest, so Li Er it is! Li Er was a good emperor, a successful ruler, but not a good brother, son, or father. In order to successfully embrace the thickest thigh, Changsun Chong went all out to flatter his brother-in-law, Li Er, helping him show filial respect to the empress dowager and train the imperial princes. Unfortunately, he discovered that this wasn't enough. Those sons-in-law, except for him, Changsun Chong, were all no good. He had to train them for Li Er as well. Spittle flew as Li Er waved his hand, directing the country: "Having just one good son is not enough. I want a group of good sons; having just one good son-in-law is not enough. I want a group of good sons-in-law." Changsun Chong timidly raised his hand and said, "Are you sure we're training princes and sons-in-law, and not raising pigs, herding cattle, and letting horses run wild?" If you think "The Good Son-in-law of the Tang Dynasty" is pretty good, don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and Weibo!
108.61 Million words | 2022-08-02 06:41Update
I slept on a dragon couch at night, embraced by Empress He, but not Emperor Han Lingdi, Liu Hong. During the day, I commanded troops, with Lu Bu as my general. Wang Yun sent Diaochan to use a series of tricks against me, but not Dong Zhuo. If you ask who I am, in fact, I am a modern person who traveled through time to become a humble youth in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. In the chaotic era of the Three Kingdoms, why bother coming from a prestigious family? Four generations of high officials mean nothing more than transient clouds! Generational elites are nothing more than weeds! With my limited understanding of the Three Kingdoms, I dare to seize the imperial throne and become an emperor.
343.84 Million words | 2021-11-14 12:48Update
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
I am a woodworker in the mountains and specialize in woodworking, carving, and lacquering. I have been fortunate to receive the favor of the late emperor, who did not overlook my modest skills and bestowed upon me the rank of a successful candidate in the imperial examinations. I have been given opportunities beyond my station and am grateful for them. I am now entrusted by the emperor
558.28 Million words | 2021-05-20 03:09Update
