historical fiction books for young readers

Historical fiction books for young readers provide a wonderful opportunity to blend education and entertainment. These captivating stories transport young readers to different time periods, immersing them in the sights, sounds, and experiences of the past. If you're searching for historical fiction books that will engage and educate young minds, here are some recommendations tailored to their interests.

1. "The War That Saved My Life" by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley:
Set during World War II, this Newbery Honor book follows the journey of Ada, a young girl with a disability who finds herself evacuated from London to the English countryside. As she navigates newfound freedom and healing, readers witness Ada's resilience and courage in the face of adversity.

2. "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry:
Based on true events during the Holocaust, this novel follows ten-year-old Annemarie and her family as they embark on a risky mission to save Annemarie's Jewish best friend from Nazi capture. This beloved classic highlights themes of compassion, bravery, and the power of ordinary individuals to make a difference.

3. "Echo" by Pam Muñoz Ryan:
Interweaving three separate stories across different time periods, "Echo" connects the lives of three young protagonists through a magical harmonica. From Nazi Germany to post-World War II America and the jazz scene, this compelling tale explores the impact of music and how it can transcend barriers.

4. "Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry" by Mildred D. Taylor:
Set in the 1930s during the Great Depression in Mississippi, this novel introduces readers to the Logan family, African-American landowners facing racial prejudice and injustice. Through the eyes of Cassie, a young girl growing up in a racially divided society, this book invites important discussions about social justice and equality.

5. "The Inquisitor's Tale: Or, The Three Magical Children and Their Holy Dog" by Adam Gidwitz:
This medieval adventure follows three miraculous children with extraordinary powers as they journey through thirteenth-century France. With humor, suspense, and a dose of magic, this story tackles themes of friendship, prejudice, and the power of storytelling.

To explore more historical fiction books for young readers, websites like Goodreads, Book Riot, and Epic Reads offer curated lists and reader reviews. Additionally, local libraries and school library websites often feature recommended book lists based on age appropriateness and historical themes. Happy reading!
Tang Xiaomi with a revolver Fiction
Tang Xiaomi with a revolver

This is a continuation of the TV drama "Spicy Female Soldiers".

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The Three Kingdoms: Clouds Stirring the Universe Fiction
The Three Kingdoms: Clouds Stirring the Universe

Modern loser Xiang Yun is reincarnated into the end of Eastern Han Dynasty. He unexpectedly rebirths in a bandit's lair, and engages in a battle of wits and bravery with Guan Hai, who has turned to a life of banditry. After cleverly escaping, they enter the city to seek help, but are constrained by Han laws. Xiang Yun has no choice but to head to the capital to plea his case. On the way, they encounter a mountain tiger, and in a critical moment, Xiang Yun is unexpectedly saved by the renowned warrior Xu Chu from the Three Kingdoms era. Xiang Yun cleverly forms a bond with Xu Chu and together they enter Luoyang to plea their case. On their return journey, they encounter Dian Wei, who angrily kills a local tyrant, and they save him. The three companions travel together, vanquish the mountain stronghold, and bestow benevolence and righteousness, establishing their names in the Eastern Han era. What? The Shu Han minister Xiang Lang is my brother? Xiang Chong is my nephew? Kuai Yue and Kuai Liang are my elder brother's good friends? Sima Hui is my teacher? Xiang Yun is pleasantly surprised. Then, what about Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong, and Xu Shu...my junior brothers? Wow haha...Three Kingdoms, here I come...Xiang Yun looks up to the sky and laughs uncontrollably...dreaming with drool...recruiting fierce generals, seizing territories. In this impassioned era, how will Xiang Yun make his choices? PS: This story is fantastical and purely fictional. Please do not imitate! QQ group: [omitted].

438.56 Million words | 2021-08-12 21:31Update

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The Small County Magistrate of the Great Song Dynasty. Fiction
The Small County Magistrate of the Great Song Dynasty.

In the early years of the Northern Song Dynasty, a young servant under the East Gate Mansion of Qinghe County, carrying the secrets of the mansion, navigates through the streets and alleys of Qinghe County, amidst Mo, Baishui, and Black Mountain, entangled in a struggle between the Wude Department, the Chai family, Lady Huarui... facing life and death choices.

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Blood Stained Great Qin Fiction
Blood Stained Great Qin

Emperor Zhao, a lone ruler, was granted the immortal scripture "Blood-Stained Great Qin" by the heavens. He then passed it on to King Yan of Liang to continue the dynasty. Determined to seek immortality in the east, Emperor Zhao embarked on a journey to Penglai to seek the path of eternal life, but his quest was in vain. In historical records, it is recorded that in the twelfth month of the sixth year of the reign of Emperor Wu of Great Qin, the renowned conqueror, under the pseudonym of Li, obtained a partial copy of the immortal scripture known as "Blood-Stained Great Qin." Overjoyed, he kept it in the Zhaode Hall and passed the throne to King Yan of Liang. From then on, he pursued the path of immortality. However, this copy was incomplete, and he could never find the entrance to immortality. Emperor Qin sighed deeply and renamed the scripture as "Sunflower Scripture," decreeing that it be studied by the small yellow gatekeepers in the

401.53 Million words | 2020-11-10 21:19Update

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Xinghan Fiction
Xinghan

- He was originally a harmonious soldier in the future naval expeditionary forces but inexplicably became Liu Cong, who was disregarded and bullied in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. - Facing tens of thousands of troops led by Cao Cao on the outside and internal challenges from Liu Bei who sought to replace Liu Biao, the usurpation of power by Cai Mao and Zhang Yun, as well as Sun Quan's covetousness from the east of the Yangtze River. - Gathering the wisdom of Zhuge Liang, battling against Cao Cao. Let's witness Liu Cong's battles of wits and bravery with various warlords, rising

107.54 Million words | 2023-01-13 00:59Update

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The Mythical Wars of the Warring States Fiction
The Mythical Wars of the Warring States

Yi Xiaochuan once again traveled back to the end of the Warring States period. He was saved by Qu Yuan by the banks of Miluo River, became a disciple of Zhuang Zhou in Linzi, earned the appreciation of Lord Chunan in Jixia Academy, and traveled in the ruins of Zhanxu as a follower of the Mohist School. While serving as an official in Xueyi, Xiaochuan offended the powerful Mengchang Jun and was forced to leave Qi. He then wandered in the land of Sanjin and eventually found employment with a businessman from Song due to financial difficulties. This led him to travel to the State of Qin, where a captivating drama was just about to unfold.

279.98 Million words | 2021-02-13 21:43Update

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Technological Datang Fiction
Technological Datang

The book took three months and finally hit the shelves. whether Zhangsun Tan's reclamation in Shuofang will succeed or not, and what will Wang Xuance bring back from Jingzhou? What will happen between the protagonist and the Zhangsun family? Who will be the female lead of this book? The story becomes more exciting after being published. Stay tuned and join the readers' group.

543.12 Million words | 2021-06-10 20:48Update

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Enduring Brilliance of the Seasons Fiction
Enduring Brilliance of the Seasons

While other kingdoms perish in weakness, Han stands strong. In the sixth year of Zhongping, the imperial eunuchs hold control over the court, engaging in corruption and ruthlessly oppressing the people. Aristocrats and powerful individuals seize land and establish their rule, causing chaos and lawlessness. The great Han dynasty seems to be at its end. However, the fire of resistance still burns, and there are heroes willing to fight for the well-being of the people. Li Che, who traveled from the future, emerges from the mountains with a vision for the Three Kingdoms, encountering a different Liu Bei and a resolute Cao Cao. Who dares claim that Han is already gone?

440.56 Million words | 2020-11-27 04:19Update

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Fighting for Supremacy Fiction
Fighting for Supremacy

They were a group of nameless assassins, only identified by their numbers. They were the only survivors among a group of talented children. They slept with fierce beasts, fought with mighty lions, danced with wild wolves, and stood tall among humans. They betrayed, they rebelled, and their role was crucial in every war. Lin Zifeng, once a hunted stray dog by the organization, gradually stabilized after escaping, set goals, and eventually became the ruler, shaping the land. The Wolf Fang Army he established dominated the seven continents for half a century. This is a touching and heartbreaking story of a youth's struggle and growth, with the hardships and life-threatening experiences he faced throughout his life, which I greatly admire and fills me with passion. I love them! If you think "Striving for Dominance" is great, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo!

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Rampant Fiction
Rampant

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.

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The Strongest Marksman of the Three Kingdoms. Fiction
The Strongest Marksman of the Three Kingdoms.

[The Magnificent Tang Dynasty in the Historical Genre of Creation - Participating Work] The Three Kingdoms is an era filled with passion and heroic figures. Eagles soar across the sky, soaring into the distance. Although he is just a minor character in the Three Kingdoms era, he established systems, pioneered industry, collected forces from across the land, launched a northern campaign against the Xiongnu, and fought against the Baiyue in the south, achieving unparalleled accomplishments.

381.98 Million words | 2022-05-05 08:32Update

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The Blood Battle of Yue Fei in Central Plains. Fiction
The Blood Battle of Yue Fei in Central Plains.

Being born, I strive for greatness, Even in death, I remain a hero. Thoughts of Xiang Yu still linger, Unwilling to cross the Yangtze River. The Zhao and Song dynasties fear the Jin invaders, Fleeing in haste, abandoning the heartland like worn-out shoes, Discarding millions of people like mere dirt. They may abandon, but I cannot, For my ancestral tomb lies in the heartland. They may leave, but I cannot, For the heartland is my hometown. I, Yue Fei, shall never retreat southward. I will fight in my beloved heartland.

63.51 Million words | 2022-03-12 01:54Update

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The Ming Scholar Fiction
The Ming Scholar

pS; Male fans welfare group!! Cao Dingjiao accidentally traveled to the late Ming Dynasty. In order to blend into the officials, Cao Dog Official single-handedly confronted an army of 200,000 bandits. Have you ever seen a civil official wielding a 100-pound wolf tooth club and wearing three layers of heavy armor? Lu Xiangsheng can only be my little brother following behind Cao Dog Official. My brother is also quite awesome, his name is Cao Bianjiao, and my uncle is named Cao Wenzhao. I am a cultured military general, also known as a Confucian general! I am a scholar with a fist, also known as a gentleman. With my writing, I can bring peace to the world, and with my martial arts, I can determine the fates of all. I can face Mongol invaders alone and suppress rebellions like a superhuman. ps

588.79 Million words | 2021-01-06 03:04Update

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The Xinhai Technological Empire Fiction
The Xinhai Technological Empire

Internet writer Chai Dongliang traveled through time to the moment when the gunshots of the Xinhai Revolution had just sounded, and he was pleasantly surprised to find that his laptop could actually connect with a book lovers' group a hundred years later! Book Friend A: Boss, can I dig up some buried gold and silver? Chai Dongliang: I don't have enough money myself! Book Friend B: Boss, can I dig up some buried jewels? Chai Dongliang: Those things are managed by my wife! Book Friend C: Boss, can I dig up a few porcelain bowls and plates? Chai Dongliang: Well, this request is not unreasonable!

540.75 Million words | 2021-04-08 18:17Update

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Tang Dynasty government official Fiction
Tang Dynasty government official

A new historical time-travel novel titled "Hidden Image" has been uploaded. It's even better than this book, hope everyone enjoys it! Introduction of "Hidden Image": After two years of the Zhou Wu Revolution, it was the third year after Wu Zetian officially ascended the throne, and the hardworking Tang Song, who died from overwork, traveled back 1,300 years. Wu Zet

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Ming Empire Fiction
Ming Empire

Cao Yue crossed over to the 14th year of the Chongzhen era in the late Ming Dynasty, in the month of July, just in time for the tragic Battle of Songjin. The city of Songshan was completely surrounded by the Manchu army, and as a military officer, should he escape or follow Hong Chengchou to defend Songshan, shedding blood on the battlefield and sacrificing himself for the country? Cao Yue didn't want to die, let alone become a captive of the Manchus. Since he had come to the Ming Dynasty, even if he was just a small cog in the machine, he would strive to resist. In this era of shattered mountains and rivers, he would compose a resounding song to expel the Manchus and restore the glory of our great Han Dynasty. With passion and faith, he would forge an indomitable military spirit. With every hoof of the horse, he would defend the land of China, the mighty Empire of the Great Ming, standing proudly between heaven and earth. The Qinhuai Eight Beauties, Princess Chang

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Disaster to the Great Qing. Fiction
Disaster to the Great Qing.

的子民。——一些爱国之士如是说。 Lu Yifeng is the number one scourge of our Qing Dynasty! I vow not to be human if I don't kill this thief! - So said a certain small pockmark who claimed to have shot 318 rabbits in one day and was known as the "rabbit terminator". Lu Yifeng is a great scourge! We Qing Dynasty will never have peace as long as this scourge exists. - Both the servant and the staunch traitors said the same thing. Lu Yifeng is the epitome of a traitorous official who harms the country and its people throughout history. He eats our Qing dynasty's rice and receives our Qing dynasty's salary, but every action he takes is to dig the foundation of our Qing dynasty's wall, undermine the foundation of our Qing dynasty's house, and harm every virtuous citizen of our Qing dynasty. - So said some patriotic people.

270.38 Million words | 2021-12-13 04:10Update

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Thundering War Soldier Fiction
Thundering War Soldier

Hulei Taiji: A martial art focused on practical combat, alternating between hardness and softness, speed and slowness, with resounding strength. Yen Nianlang: An orphan raised by wolves, who rounded off his edges in society while keeping his wild nature hidden. This is the story of a common soldier, who, through unexpected events, transformed from an ordinary to a legendary soldier, from a forest guard to a determined special forces warrior. This story is highly realistic, but please do not identify with it. I will also never admit it, so it is a fabricated reality.

295.29 Million words | 2023-06-12 05:35Update

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The First Ghostly Genius of the Three Kingdoms Fiction
The First Ghostly Genius of the Three Kingdoms

This is an era belonging to the strong, This is an era where human life is worthless, This is an era of war and roaming, a time of tragedies for beautiful women. In the Three Kingdoms, heroes emerge; In the Three Kingdoms, emotions run deep; In the Three Kingdoms, the world is intoxicated with wine. Zhuge Yang, accidentally returning to the era of the Three Kingdoms, discovers that he has become the legendary Zhuge Liang's older brother, a monstrous being. Thus, he becomes completely entangled... "The Sleeping Dragon and the Phoenix, with either one, one can pacify the world." With such bold words still echoing, will he take a step forward? Or... Witness how the first genius, Zhuge Jin, manipulates the three kingdoms, displaying his wisdom in the midst of battles and adding fragrance to the red sleeves in love affairs. Awake, he holds the power of the world, intoxicated, he lies on the beauty's knees, and with a smile, he observes the affairs of the world! For those who enjoy "Genius," welcome to join the first Q group of this book: We have declared to join the ranks of civilized online literature writing and willingly accept the supervision of all members in the civilized writing ranks.

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Traveling Through and Stepping Into Martial Arts Fiction
Traveling Through and Stepping Into Martial Arts

Zhang Jie returned to her dormitory, feeling annoyed. The other girls in the dormitory were chattering happily, but upon seeing her, they quickly scattered and gave her disdainful looks. 'Xiao Qing, are you still reading?' she casually asked. The girl lying on the bed put down her book and glanced at her sarcastically, 'Oh, I'm bothering people by lying here and reading, am I?' Just as she finished speaking, someone nearby let out a cold snort. 'I meant you've been lying down for too long and straining your eyes,' Zhang Jie explained kindly. 'No need to worry, let the beauty take care of it,' the girl replied, though accustomed to the situation. Zhang Jie could only smile helplessly and ask, 'What did I do to deserve this?'

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