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Top 10 Historical Fiction Novels with a Touch of Romance

If you are a fan of historical fiction novels that also have a captivating romance, you are in for a treat. Combining the allure of the past with heartwarming love stories, these books transport readers to different eras while keeping them engrossed in the affairs of the heart. Here are ten must-read historical fiction novels with a touch of romance:

1. "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon: Set in 18th-century Scotland, this series follows the adventures of Claire Randall, a time-traveling nurse who finds love amidst the turmoil of the Jacobite uprising.

2. "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen: No list of historical romance is complete without this classic. Follow the tumultuous relationship between Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy in Regency-era England.

3. "The Bronze Horseman" by Paullina Simons: Set in World War II Russia, this epic love story between Tatiana and Alexander will keep you on the edge of your seat as they navigate the challenges of war and secrets.

4. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell: Immerse yourself in the American Civil War and Reconstruction Era with Scarlett O'Hara and Rhett Butler's passionate and tempestuous love affair.

5. "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah: Set in German-occupied France during World War II, this powerful tale of two sisters, Vianne and Isabelle, showcases their bravery, sacrifice, and love in the face of adversity.

6. "The Great Alone" by Kristin Hannah: Travel to 1970s Alaska and witness Leni's coming-of-age story, as she navigates a tumultuous relationship alongside her family's struggle to survive in the wilderness.

7. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: This unique tale is narrated by Death itself and follows Liesel Meminger's journey in Nazi Germany, where she discovers the power of words and forms an unlikely friendship.

8. "Memoirs of a Geisha" by Arthur Golden: Transport yourself to 1920s Japan and delve into the secretive and mesmerizing world of a geisha through the eyes of Sayuri as she seeks love and freedom.

9. "The Thorn Birds" by Colleen McCullough: Set in the Australian Outback, this sweeping saga tells the story of forbidden love between the Cleary family's daughter, Meggie, and a Catholic priest, Ralph de Bricassart.

10. "Winter Garden" by Kristin Hannah: In this captivating tale, a mother and her two daughters delve into the secrets of their family's past, uncovering a heartbreaking love story amidst the backdrop of World War II.

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Indulge in the enchanting world of historical fiction with a hint of romance, where rich storytelling and love affairs intertwine to create an unforgettable reading experience. Happy reading!
Returning to the Quadrangle to Raise Cubs Fiction
Returning to the Quadrangle to Raise Cubs

Waking up in the 1960s, Qin Huairu becomes the female protagonist in the novel 'The Full House of Birds'. She feels tremendous pressure, realizing that she will have to support the whole extended family in the future. Fortunately, she brings along a small supermarket in her space, with all kinds of rice, flour, and oil available. With her presence, no one can accuse her of being a 'vampire'. Of course, she enjoys teasing Jia Zhangshi, scolding Xu Damao, and many more adventures await her...

101.65 Million words | 2022-02-16 10:34Update

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Kind Words Fiction
Kind Words

After joining Li Corporation, a young lawyer named Shen Xieyi becomes entangled in a romantic relationship with the handsome CEO, Li Zeliang. Strange actions and events suggest that they may have a past acquaintance, but both choose to feign ignorance. As layers of clues are unveiled, it is discovered that Li Zeliang's leg injury and Xieyi's unexpected amnesia stem from the same car accident. Buried behind the accident lies a long-standing feud between two families. With the burden of family enmity, Xieyi must confront whether her memory loss is genuine or a ploy to exploit her relationship with Li Zeliang for revenge. Regardless of the truth behind this love, fortunately, the lovers eventually find happiness together.

25.17 Million words | 2023-02-16 00:44Update

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No Time to Say I Love You Fiction
No Time to Say I Love You

Already engaged, she unintentionally saves a handsome and powerful nobleman. Thinking it was just a chance encounter, little did she know he would risk everything to steal her away at the wedding. But what awaits them is not a fairytale ending, but the tragedy of love - when the moment to say 'I love you' is lost, and the person you love disappears into the crowd. This poignant tale, performed by the renowned singer Fi Wo Si Cun, depicts the tumultuous journey of a love that leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of the world.

17.95 Million words | 2021-02-20 16:26Update

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Rebirth of the Female General Star Fiction
Rebirth of the Female General Star

It is an old saying: "Generals come from the west, statesmen come from the east." Heye is a natural-born military genius. She is a substitute for her older brother, having fought on the battlefield for many years, pacifying the Western Qiang and establishing order in the southern barbarian lands. However, she achieved her military accomplishments and retired from service just as her older brother, who is of the same clan, recovered from illness. She got married. After marriage, she did not receive the affection of her husband and was afflicted by a strange illness, causing her to lose her sight. A beautiful concubine stood before her and spoke gently: "The medicine that caused your blindness was personally sent by the elders of your clan. Only a dead person would not reveal the secret. By staying alive, you are a tremendous threat to them!" As a renowned female general and heroine, she met an absurd fate, dying at the hands of an ignorant and jealous woman in her husband's residence. How ridiculous! When she woke up, she found herself in the position of a colonel's daughter in a training camp, weak and pampered, full of youthful exuberance. They wanted my achievements, they wanted my life, they wanted my soldiers, they took advantage of my emotions! In this second chance, she vowed to reclaim everything she had lost. Gathering the world's attention, she would be crowned as a beauty and dominate the nine provinces! As vast as the ocean is the military camp, and so it begins - she encounters her nemesis from her past life, that young general who was known for "pointing his spear, astonishing the world." A fierce female general and an explosive wolf-like young man, bound by their roles as dual generals. Please support the original work. Cheers~

129.39 Million words | 2021-12-17 06:01Update

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The legitimate daughter of the prominent family is as precious as a pearl. Fiction
The legitimate daughter of the prominent family is as precious as a pearl.

After the Duke of Heshun's manor had seven legitimate sons in a row, they finally welcomed a legitimate daughter. In response, the old duke gave instructions to the whole family: "Spoil her. Shower her with love. Let the entire household unite to dote on her." The newborn Wang Xi Bao was quite satisfied to have crossed over to a manor where everyone adored her. The only regret was that she bore the surname Wang and ranked eighth in line. Wang Xiao Ba! Who are you calling? I am the young lady of the Wang family. In this story, the male and female leads are childhood sweethearts and their love is deep. Witness how the young female lead leads her little husband out of difficulties and onto the path of success. See how the young male lead is trained by his wife to become a loyal and obedient husband. Please show your support and bookmark this story. (This story follows a joyful and warm route. There is no silly comedy, only sweetness.) A new book, "The Fierce Woman Marries Another Man's Wife," has been released. We welcome both new and old readers to enthusiastically support it!

208.54 Million words | 2022-07-30 14:23Update

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Peerless Divine Doctor: The Scheming Miss Fiction
Peerless Divine Doctor: The Scheming Miss

She was a divine doctor in the 24th century, with a silver needle capable of bringing the dead back to life. With a twist of fate, she became the despised young lady in the royal mansion. Devoid of spiritual powers and pride, she was belittled by her fiancé who brought a new lover to her doorstep. A once proud genius, how could she tolerate such insolence? With her silver needle in hand, the world was at her disposal. The treasures of the heavens and the earth were at her fingertips, and peerless martial arts came effortlessly. She would make them regret their actions! As the divine doctor roamed, souls trembled in the nine heavens. Unexpectedly, she saved a little follower. He was captivating and mysterious, ruthless in his methods, yet he became infatuated with the young girl who once saved his life by chance. "We're not acquainted," the divine doctor said with a cold gaze. He teased, "But don't we recognize each other once clothes are taken off? Shall I strip to see if we are still familiar?"

320.54 Million words | 2021-04-24 07:09Update

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Flowers bloom in the warmth of spring. Fiction
Flowers bloom in the warmth of spring.

Reborn as a beautiful young girl in ancient times, she relies on an aging nanny for survival. Despite being orphaned at a young age and living under someone else's roof, she still leads a happy life, leisurely observing the flowing streams by the small bridge. Can childhood sweethearts withstand the test of time? How will she handle the troubles that come with sudden wealth? Hmph! Who's afraid of handling any challenges that come her way!... ... Someone smugly declares: I'll marry her first and gradually tame her! .......................... A heartfelt thank you to my precious Gege for making the beautiful cover!

107.34 Million words | 2021-06-11 23:17Update

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The Noble Doctor Fiction
The Noble Doctor

Qi Yue fell into a strange time and space with one step With a married woman's hairstyle, her husband's face cannot be seen Living alone in a separate courtyard, experiencing cold stove, cold hearth, and cold eyes What's the joke? Since I am the mistress of this family Naturally, I have the final say Good food, good drink, good accommodation, everyone must follow the rules Try to challenge me, I dare you I will scare you to death -------------- The cover made by Mu Shui You! Hand-drawn and original! VIP book club: , requires official subscription verification and fan value.

146.05 Million words | 2020-07-08 05:28Update

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Concubines in Noble Families Fiction
Concubines in Noble Families

In her past life, Lin Yingxiu gave everything, earning money to support her in-laws and her husband's education. But one day, the man she loved married a wealthy woman from a noble family. Although Lin Yingxiu was prepared to be a virtuous and noble wife, she was degraded to a concubine, and the new bride even tried to sell her... In this life, Lin Yingxiu swears to live a little selfishly and not give up everything for a man, to never allow herself to be kicked aside again.

85.58 Million words | 2020-10-15 01:22Update

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Dream of the Red Chamber. Fiction
Dream of the Red Chamber.

On the day when Bao Yu got married, I crossed over and became Lin Mei Mei - stepping out of the Red Chamber. I will trample the world under my feet! Special thanks to "Sigh of Silence" for sponsoring the book cover!

55.45 Million words | 2021-03-24 20:18Update

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Intrigue Fiction
Intrigue

In the previous life, the so-called blood relatives told her that sacrificing herself for the family's interests was the greatest honor of her life as a woman of the Ren family. As a result, she became enemies with her sister, causing her mother to shed tears and her father to fall under a shower of blood... Reborn in her early years of learning, she was no longer a pawn to be manipulated! With a scheming aunt, heartless elders, ruthless enemies, and hidden arrows in the court... Watch how she calculates the hearts of people, one by one revealing their true colors and eradicating them invisibly! The so-called honor is to protect the safety and smooth life of her beloved family. The so-called honor is to have the heart of one person and never be separated until old age.

174.98 Million words | 2023-04-23 07:13Update

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World Marriage Fiction
World Marriage

Once reborn, I became the third young lady of the An Ding Marquis Manor. Grandmother disapproved, stepmother detested, and there were also a group of half-sisters and step-sisters who wished to devour my flesh and consume my bones. The sister I relied on for survival since childhood sacrificed herself by marrying my paralyzed brother-in-law in order to restore the marquis title. Now, it's my turn.

151.77 Million words | 2023-02-21 23:43Update

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Wind and moon are irrelevant. Fiction
Wind and moon are irrelevant.

What kind of people are there in the dream building? People in the world say, "Those who indulge in lust are inferior!" Guan Fengyue says, "Those who indulge in lust are inferior!" If there were no inferior men, where would inferior women come from? Since everyone is inferior, can't we coexist harmoniously? No! Yin Gezhi's face darkens, "I have always detested lowly individuals the most!" However, fate plays tricks, and Guan Fengyue, such a lowly individual, originally wanted to enter the embrace of the Prince of Wu with a red silk. Who would have thought that she would eat too much and gain two pounds, causing the red silk to loosen and, with a bang, fall into Yin Gezhi's arms completely naked. Many years ago, someone once had a heroic and dazzling presence, captivating the youth of Lido under the war flag. Many years later, someone dressed in a thin veil said, "You look great, I'll give you a discount." This book has been signed with Meili Culture Publishing and is awaiting submission.

60.61 Million words | 2021-06-07 08:09Update

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Peach blossoms reshape the rivers and mountains. Fiction
Peach blossoms reshape the rivers and mountains.

Zhao Guo had a beautiful woman named Taohua, who faced a bumpy fate and married afar to Wei Guo, determined to climb her way up and protect her life. In Wei Guo, there was a handsome prime minister, ruthless and cunning, who would stop at nothing to achieve his goals, with no regard for anyone's life. Taohua felt that everyone desired beauty, but it didn't mean her existence should be snuffed out! Shen Zaiye smirked and showed her with his actions - he was not a normal person. "If you're capable, shoot an arrow and kill me and another!" Taohua shouted with her head held high. "Alright, farewell," Shen Zaiye calmly waved his hand and gave the order. The feathered arrow flew past her ear, sending a chilling sensation throughout her body. It was only then that Jiang Taohua realized that Shen Zaiye wasn't joking. He really intended to kill her. "Your life is mine, I can take it whenever I want," Shen Zaiye said leisurely, his gaze fell behind her, suddenly becoming sharp. "But only I can take it!" This is a thrilling story of a battle of wits between a man and a woman, a passionate and intense tale. Shen Zaiye had a hundred ways to kill Jiang Taohua, while Jiang Taohua had a hundred and one ways to make him spare her. The old fox may not necessarily win, and the white rabbit isn't guaranteed to lose either. In this beautiful spring scenery, who will ultimately emerge victorious in this vast world?

71.37 Million words | 2022-11-11 09:30Update

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Spoiled girl Fiction
Spoiled girl

The Spoiled Girl - A sweet and delicate girl who lives a carefree life in a cocoon. Due to a dying wish, she, who was once a tough and independent woman, was pampered into a spoiled girl by her father. She originally planned to engage in a power struggle within the Hou Mansion, but unexpectedly, the relatives were harmonious, the husband and wife were in harmony, the concubines were obedient, and the illegitimate daughter kept a low profile. How can she break through this? When choosing a husband, her fiancé is outstanding in intelligence, status, power, wealth, and appearance. Should she marry him or not? She had originally prepared to conquer all the challenges and enemies, but in this world, it is popular to feign weakness and outsmart others. Everyone has secrets and excels in pretending! With her lifelong happiness, she proves that this is an era where having a influential father means having everything. The female lead says, "I have the most unique father in history!" The male lead says, "I have the number one father in the world!" In conclusion, in this era of competing fathers, the quality of one's father is extremely important!

155.66 Million words | 2021-03-02 02:26Update

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Lanxiang Love Fiction
Lanxiang Love

She is the granddaughter of the Prime Minister, and her family was involved in a struggle for the throne and became guilty. She and her newly wed husband both died on their way to exile. She was reborn with memories and reincarnated as Chen Xianglan, a servant girl of the prestigious Lin family in Jiangnan. In this life, Xianglan had four encounters with love. One she couldn't have, one she didn't want, one withered before fully blossoming, and there's another... sigh, it's just not easy... This is a story of a young servant girl longing to leave the household but unable to.

114.88 Million words | 2022-07-23 22:44Update

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Good Chen, Beautiful Brocade Fiction
Good Chen, Beautiful Brocade

Before she reached forty, she was plagued by numerous illnesses. She passed away while her son was getting married. Jin Chao thought that she had no attachments in this lifetime. Little did she know, she woke up to find herself young again, in the prime of her beauty. In the past, I was infatuated and unchanging; now I am cold and as sharp as a knife.

110.69 Million words | 2022-01-15 09:08Update

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Leftover women are undesirable. Fiction
Leftover women are undesirable.

Publisher: Shuo Pin Culture Limited Publication Date: // Modern leftover woman Xia Ruixi is reborn as an ancient leftover woman. She schemes and runs back and forth, jumping up and down, pretending to be foolish and silly, only to fulfill two wishes: First, find a way to get herself married; Second, only marry the right person, not the rich and influential ones. Especially not the wealthy, powerful, famous, and attractive young men from prestigious families. After marriage, holding the belief of "using a big stick and carrot to deal with men," she resolutely achieves two goals: First, firmly prevent concubines from entering the door; Second, cultivate her own excellent husband - he may be the alpha wolf, but in her hands, he will become a sheep wearing a wolf's skin!!! Is the world difficult? No fear. Is someone causing trouble? No fear. Are the relatives outrageous? Even less fear. Watch how she and her excellent husband, whom she has nurtured, strive to create the happy and peaceful life she desires! Group number: [group number], Password: [name of the protagonist in the book] ——*——*——*——*——*——*——*——*——*—— In the new novel "Heavenly Charm," in the middle of a PK battle, requesting support with pink hearts and PK votes. Thank you, everyone.

83.63 Million words | 2020-07-08 13:07Update

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Ladies' Style Fiction
Ladies' Style

The opponents of men are in the court, while the opponents of women are in the inner chambers. The illegitimate daughter is alone and needs an alliance! Let her act as a dowry and marry in the right way first! Anyone who dares to pursue her husband will face death! If they want to ruin her, let them destroy each other!——Xu Liuli's aura in the inner chambers is not about virtue and appearance, but about being swift, ruthless, stable, and accurate. Please vote for your satisfaction with the completed book in the upper right corner~~~ Thank you all. The new book "Makeup" has been published, please click on the book title in the direct link section to collect and support~~~

129.01 Million words | 2021-09-04 18:32Update

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Perfect Match Fiction
Perfect Match

Zhen's fourth sister of the Zhen family is ambitious, competitive, selfish, and vain. She used every scheme to engineer a situation where she and the Crown Prince of the Duke of Zhen's family ended up falling into the water together. Then, after Zhen's fourth sister fell into the water, a silly and food-loving girl appeared... ---------------------------------------------- A non-traditional domestic struggle, where the female lead is not a perfect figure. Those who cannot accept it, please proceed with caution. Those who choose to ignore this warning, please bring your own lightning rod.

141.37 Million words | 2020-07-21 02:51Update

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Jiao Luan Fiction
Jiao Luan

A hundred years ago, the national teacher predicted that in order for the prosperous Liang dynasty to not decline, the prince must marry a woman from the Cheng family as his princess. Cheng Wei, who had been coldly treated by her relatives, never knew that she was the destined candidate. For Cheng Che, since Cheng Wei was the destined princess, he wanted this world. Personally, I prefer the storyline of current life and grudges, so the female lead is a genuine young girl who may make foolish mistakes, but she has one advantage - anyone who has a grudge against her will be avenged in this lifetime.

119.03 Million words | 2020-08-14 03:47Update

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