Best Historical Fiction Novels That Will Transport You to Another Time If you're a fan of historical fiction, then you know the joy of being immersed in a different era, exploring the lives and events that have shaped our world. From ancient civilizations to recent historical events, historical fiction offers endless possibilities for storytelling. In this article, we will take a journey through time and recommend some of the best historical fiction novels that will captivate your imagination. 1. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett: Set in 12th-century England, this epic tale follows the construction of a cathedral in the fictional town of Kingsbridge. Filled with political intrigue, religious conflict, and the struggle of ordinary people, this novel is a masterpiece of historical fiction. 2. "The Girl with a Pearl Earring" by Tracy Chevalier: Based on the famous painting by Johannes Vermeer, this novel takes place in 17th-century Delft, Netherlands. It tells the story of Griet, a young maid who becomes the subject of Vermeer's masterpiece. Chevalier's vivid descriptions and attention to detail transport readers back to the Golden Age of Dutch art. 3. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel: Winner of the prestigious Man Booker Prize, this novel follows the rise of Thomas Cromwell in the court of Henry VIII. Set in the tumultuous period of the English Reformation, Mantel's masterful storytelling brings to life the political intrigue, power struggles, and volatile relationships of the Tudor court. 4. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Narrated by Death, this hauntingly beautiful novel is set in Nazi Germany during World War II. It follows the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl who finds solace in books and discovers the power of words. Zusak's unforgettable characters and lyrical prose make this a must-read for any fan of historical fiction. 5. "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco: In 14th-century Italy, a Franciscan friar named William of Baskerville is called upon to solve a series of mysterious deaths in an isolated monastery. Blending historical events, philosophy, and detective fiction, Eco creates a rich and atmospheric world that will keep readers engaged until the very last page. To delve deeper into the world of historical fiction, there are several websites that offer recommendations and reviews. Goodreads, a popular online community for book lovers, has dedicated lists and forums for historical fiction enthusiasts. Historical Novel Society is another valuable resource, providing reviews, interviews, and articles about the genre. In conclusion, historical fiction is a genre that allows us to travel through time and experience different eras firsthand. Whether you're interested in medieval Europe, Renaissance art, or the World Wars, there is a historical fiction novel out there waiting to transport you to another time. So grab a book, settle into a cozy chair, and let the magic of historical storytelling take you on a captivating journey.
In the thirtieth year of the Jiajing reign, the Emperor secluded himself in the Western Garden to refine mercury and burn elixirs. Prime Minister Yan Song wracked his brains to compose a Qing verse. Anda of the northwest galloped across the Central Plains multiple times, while the Japanese pirates in the southeast became addicted to plunder. Zhang Juzheng pulled his hair out for flattering articles, and Qi Jiguang was still kneading a washboard on his knees. Li Shizhen silently left the Imperial Medical Academy... Decay remains decayed, while new life blossoms. The songs and dances of Jiangnan, the melodies of swallows, and emerging with confidence, Tang Yi opened a promotion strategy with a calm smile… 24/7, awaiting your arrival. Welcome to settle in.
359.07 Million words | 2021-12-02 20:51Update
As the executive chef of a super five-star hotel, Li Qi miraculously crossed over to the late Northern Song Dynasty after having a few drinks. In this unfamiliar world with no family or connections, Li Qi had no choice but to pick up his old profession and work as a chef in a tavern in Bianjing, which was about to be sold at a low price. Li Qi originally wanted to be a low-key chef, but gold will always shine wherever it goes, and being too outstanding as a man is not always a good thing. "General Gao wants to eat steak?—No time!" "Prime Minister Cai wants to eat hot pot?—Tell him to make an appointment one month in advance." "Teacher Li wants to eat fruit salad?—Um...no time during the day, go in the evening." "Li Qingzhao wants to eat cheesecake?—Ask her if she divorced Zhao Mingcheng or not." "The Emperor wants to eat the Golden Han banquet?—Still in preparation, let's talk about it in ten years."
712.02 Million words | 2022-04-17 03:07Update
In the vast history of five thousand years, under numerous immense powers, there must always be one or two men who stand tall! Welcome book lovers to join the Drunkard QQ fan group, let's discuss the plot together.
225.79 Million words | 2021-02-10 21:41Update
The classical fantasy novel "The Great Dao" has been uploaded, book number: . The content portrays a solitary cloud and a wild crane, leading a leisurely life in the world of clear winds and bright moon. Mountains and rivers gather clouds, while the four seas shine with radiant splendor. Admirably, the grand achievements of creation shape the vast emptiness. How much knowledge lies within the immortal realm, revealed by the glow of the moon in the shadow of the toad? In essence, I hope to write a classical fantasy novel that captures the authentic spirit, which can be seen as addressing the regrets of "Root of Dust". I dare not claim substantial progress in this book, but it is indeed the work that required the most effort before writing. The upgrade of classical fantasy is always inevitable, and this was the aspect I deliberated on the most before starting "The Great Dao". However, beyond the setting and structure, my main goal was to incorporate the upgrade within the story itself. In short, this new book aims to tell a classical fantasy story with a rational structure and clear levels, which first and foremost captivates my own interest. The setting and structure used in the book are inspired by native Taoism, and the story possesses an Eastern and classical essence of the fantasy genre. Readers who are interested can take a look! Thank you!
135.72 Million words | 2020-07-18 20:59Update
In the previous life, after transmigration, Liu De busied himself wiping his brother's butt, wiping his uncles' butts, and wiping his mother's butt, but unfortunately, he still failed in the end. In this life, returning to the beginning of transmigration, Liu De swore that he would never want to live such a life again. In this life... "I want to be the emperor!" I shall become the country!
533.40 Million words | 2022-08-28 07:52Update
The Jiang family had two stunning beauties. The eldest daughter from the original wife was enchanting like a demon, while the second daughter from the stepmother was as beautiful as a fairy. Due to the early death of her birth mother and the death of her eldest brother in battle, a wandering Taoist deemed her horoscope inauspicious and she was sent to the Zhuangzi where she faced cold stares from others. Upon returning to the ancestral home, she was grateful to the stepmother for treating her as if she were her own, and the fairy-like stepsister treated her sincerely despite the curse. With a heart full of gratitude, she entered the palace as a substitute for her stepsister... Thinking that her birth father would always care for her, and her beloved would guide her, she sacrificed herself for the glory of the family only to face an unpredictable change in fortune, where her beloved became the ruler while she herself was labeled as a calamitous demon. The stepsister smiled cunningly and said, "Sister, do you know that you are like a speck of sand in my eyes? Today is the day to remove that speck. Sister, do you really believe that your elder brother and mother died naturally?" Father treated her coldly, rising step by step, and only then did she realize that she had become an abandoned member of the family. She witnessed her youngest brother being tortured to death by a power-loving minister, shedding tears of blood and making a solemn vow. The heavens had eyes and sent her back ten years ago, as the true heiress of the Jiang family, having returned from hell! Enough, since she was labeled as a calamitous demon, she might as well upheave the world! The youngest stepsister was hypocritical, the stepmother was malicious, the beloved was ruthless, and the family showed no mercy. She came to collect the lives of those who couldn't be taken by the King of Hell! In the past life, she was treated as a chess piece; in this life, she would make the world her game! With her beautiful smile and enchanting charm, she would upend the world in her red dress. She was an evil spirit who had returned from hell; she was determined to make those who harmed her pay with their lives! "I want those who owed me their lives to bring their hearts and livers before me, and I want those who looked down on me to forever look up to me. I want Duke Zi to tremble at the sight of me, and I want to trample these beautiful mountains and rivers under my feet!" "You are the calamitous demon of the nation, and I am the treacherous minister," he said with a dark robe and cold eyes. "It's perfect; we're a match made in heaven." *** The sky was filled with lonely stars, and the night was as dark as ink. The young girl was slender and graceful, dressed in a red outfit that exuded a chilling aura. She coldly asked, "What brings Your Highness here so late at night?" The young man in a black robe, with handsome features and a noble aura, lowered his gaze and said calmly, "I've heard that the eldest daughter of the Shangshu Mansion is naturally enchanting, so I've come to pay her a visit." "What does it matter if I'm naturally enchanting? Your Highness might as well look at yourself in a bronze mirror to truly understand what it means to be born with wickedness." With that, she slammed the door shut with a bang. The cool young man who remained in his original spot, always elegant, suddenly showed a crack in his composure. How bold of her to dare slam the door! *** She wore red like fire, but her heart was as cold as the coldest winter. He dressed in black, exuding a sense of desolation, yet he was willingly warming her frozen heart. In this life, that young man with pure elegance approached her step by step, like a Qingzhu in the snowy fields or an icy stream in the mountains, unstoppable. "Ruan Ruan, if you hate the world, I will conquer it for you." "And if I love it?" she asked. "Then I shall be the world, and you will only be allowed to love me." Upgraded domestic struggle, with a strong male lead and an even stronger female lead, a story filled with love and favoritism. Please support it! *kisses*
128.17 Million words | 2020-12-26 12:34Update
He inherited a position without succession, yet he is not of royal blood; he comes from a prestigious family, yet he is not from a noble lineage. As one of the heads of the Six Doors, he initially intended to dutifully pass down the iron rice bowl handed down by his ancestors through generations. However, he never expected to be deceived by a charlatan and lose his little world. From that moment on, a formidable figure emerged. He proclaimed himself as a selfless friend who would sacrifice himself for others, but wherever he went, he would always hide away those with virtuous wives and noble daughters, never daring to reveal them to the public. He claimed to have a pure and kind nature, but only to avoid serving under his superior, he amusingly used the excuse of "filial piety" to happily resign from his high-ranking position and return to his hometown. He declared himself a loyal subject, but because of him, the diligent Emperor Wanli no longer attended court early. Yang Ling is known as "Yang the Beheader" by the people, while Yang Fan is called "Plague Doctor", but he has even more nicknames to his name – "Mad Historian," "Ass-Carrying Official," "Night Emperor"... Each nickname represents one of his legends.
338.08 Million words | 2022-12-31 03:27Update
The family owns a good hundred acres of fertile land, making them prosperous landowners. However, at the young age of fourteen, Wang Fulin suddenly finds himself being called "father" by someone. Just as he was about to achieve success, it seems like it will slip away again, putting immense pressure on the young scholar. The first rule of the Wang family's teachings: immorality leads to calamity, filial piety comes first. Amidst the extravagant and decadent society, where beauty and pleasure are valued, making a living is not easy. Wang Fulin, the young official, embarks on an unconventional journey, setting off from this point.
349.95 Million words | 2021-09-24 12:21Update
A financial analyst accidentally travels back to the Ming Dynasty during the Wanli era and becomes the son-in-law of a wealthy merchant. He initially believed that he could live a prosperous life in ancient times, like the protagonists in time-travel novels, with wealth and multiple wives. However, everything changed when he encountered Emperor Wanli... "Your Majesty, regarding the commission for the common people..." "There's no need to worry, I will have the Ministry of Revenue issue it to you." "What the heck! Your Majesty, you previously asked me to empty the treasury and replenish the imperial household, and now the treasury is as empty as a mouse's droppings!" "Well, that's true. In that case, the treasury shall be entrusted to you." "Your Majesty, may I say something?" "You may." "Damn it!"
395.92 Million words | 2021-03-01 00:48Update
Historical version: When the Ming Dynasty lost its deer, the whole world pursued it. Modern version: At the end of the Ming Dynasty, famine and foreign invasions plagued the land. Let's witness how Luozhi Xue, with his wisdom, brings an end to this chaotic era and leads our people to stand at the pinnacle of the world, forging a prosperous era for our nation. Luozhi Xue's version: I want to be the emperor!
373.87 Million words | 2020-07-29 14:06Update
Ceng Yi, with his ancestral unique techniques and comprehensive knowledge in both Chinese and Western medicine, stood out in the highly competitive medical field. With just three prescriptions of traditional Chinese medicine, he successfully cured the underlying cause of the provincial party secretary's wife's illness, earning high praise and an unprecedented appointment as an expert in the provincial healthcare specialist group. Once in office, he showcased his talents, consistently treating difficult and complicated ailments that even renowned Chinese and Western medical experts struggled with. With his noble medical ethics, he gained the admiration of both domestic and foreign patients and formed unbreakable bonds with numerous celebrities in politics, business, the military, and law enforcement, becoming their most trusted confidant...
244.83 Million words | 2020-07-15 14:48Update
This world consists of hundreds of countries, large and small. When it comes to land martial arts, the country of Ning is almost invincible. With its four borders and four military libraries, the ferocious wolves dominate the world. Wherever the land extends, the soldiers of Ning can plant their battle flag. However, beyond the seas where the wolves do not reach, there are always some people who refuse to accept. And thus, there emerges a young warrior wielding a sword and a spear, crossing the river with a single reed.
532.38 Million words | 2021-10-16 14:18Update
This is a Tang Dynasty, which has taken a wrong turn, with the emperor's power declining and the empire fading away. This is also a time when the empire coexists with powerful aristocratic families. Fifteen years ago, the An Shi Rebellion finally subsided, but the Khitan people saw the weakness of the Tang Dynasty and invaded the Central Plains, causing immense suffering. The empire was in turmoil, and the seven major aristocratic families joined forces to drive out the invaders and restore stability. However, they gradually started to seek their own interests and made an agreement: the seven families would take turns serving as prime ministers, each holding power for five years. The protagonist, Zhang Huan, is the lowly-born illegitimate son of the Zhang family in Hedong. However, one day, he accidentally discovers a monumental secret about his identity, and from that moment on, Zhang Huan embarks on a difficult and dark path. - - - - - - - - - - - - (The historical background in this book is purely fictional) - - - - - - - - - - - - -
208.10 Million words | 2020-10-14 19:55Update
In the fifth year of the Chongzhen era, Yu Guozhen drew his sword: Anyone who obstructs the progress of China shall be mercilessly killed!
233.80 Million words | 2021-06-03 13:43Update
Abandoned woman Gu Shiba Niang took her own life in front of the newlyweds. Despite her failed business, she woke up ten years ago to find her loved ones still with her, not yet being sent away. Fate is reaching a turning point. Reborn with intense hatred, can she rewrite her destiny? －－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－－ Cover designed by Musuiyou, love it (*^__^*) hehe
85.67 Million words | 2022-06-22 20:27Update
Returning to the Great Tang, vying for world domination In the fifth year of the Tianbao era, more than a hundred years had passed since the founding of the Great Tang. After decades of governing the country, the weary Emperor Li Longji, who had already known his destiny, began to divert his attention away from the mundane and intricate affairs of state, ever since he bestowed the title of Guifei upon Lady Yang. "Amidst joyous songs and graceful dances, the monarch gazes upon them with insatiable desire." He indulged himself in music and dance, and subsequently stopped attending early morning court sessions... And it was in the spring of this year that a newcomer arrived at the Sulou Beacon in Anxi. This newcomer was someone from the future, a time traveler who first entered the frontier military, repelled the enemy barbarians, and then escorted a princess to the capital, stepping into the heart of power in the Great Tang. In a short span of time, he transfigured from a modern-day iron-blooded man to a wise and brave hero of an era of prosperity.
323.20 Million words | 2023-05-18 09:36Update
New book "The Tiger Son of the Zhao Family" seeks collection and recommendation. Aiming to be the prosperous prince of the Great Wei, I yearn to be a leisurely king in a prosperous era. My ambition lies in enjoying the extravagant lifestyle with beauties, wealth, and power, while also caring for the welfare of my family, country, people, and the safety of the state. If my brothers are virtuous, if my younger brother is wise, I will leisurely be a king among men. If you cannot strengthen the country, I will ascend the throne as the emperor! - Hongrun "If You Can't Do It, I Will"
674.58 Million words | 2022-07-12 00:06Update
Fu Shi, the famous lineage of scholars and poets, is best known not for being granted the title of Prince Taibao and achieving the top honors in the imperial examinations, but for the three virtue arches at the entrance of their house. Fu Tingyun, the ninth Miss of the Fu family, known for her beauty and wisdom, never expected that her cousin would boldly claim to have an affair with her, leaving her feeling trapped and helpless. However, she discovered that as long as she lived on with strength, she could bloom like a flower and lead a splendid life amidst the bustling world. ※※※※※ Updates are made daily around 19:00. Group chat number: 6213879, everyone is welcome to join. Completed works: "Harmony is the Most Valuable", "Many Difficulties in Good Things", and "Guide to a Commoner's Daughter", I guarantee the quality, so everyone can rest assured and jump in confidently! O(∩_∩)O~
100.29 Million words | 2020-08-04 13:29Update
A young pharmacist from a traditional Chinese medicine hospital accidentally time-traveled to the early days of the Tang Dynasty and became a junior doctor in a small medical shop. The father who ran the shop had mediocre medical skills, the compassionate but timid mother, and the fierce elder sister who always defended her family. The medical shop was on the verge of bankruptcy, and the family struggled to make ends meet. As the new year approached, there was only a pot of black bread mixed with wild vegetables in the pot. Sitting in the main hall, a stern landlady demanded the rent payment. If they couldn't pay the rent, they would be forced out of their home. It was from here that he embarked on a challenging journey in the medical field full of obstacles. Book Friends Group: (Super Group, periodically cleared, lurkers beware) (Advanced Group) (Advanced Group) (Advanced Group)
208.16 Million words | 2021-05-02 13:01Update
The new book "Scholarly Charm" has been uploaded. Thank you all for your support. Knowledgeable, cultured, adept at healing, adept at killing. Passionate, wicked, powerful, remarkable. I am a member of the Imperial Guardians, a burdensome son-in-law, the emperor's personal army, and the prince's mentor. I am who I am, a good husband, a good power figure. In the era of Zhengde, there are many wonders and brilliance because of me. ... A new work by Lao Hu.
294.25 Million words | 2021-01-23 00:21Update
The Song Dynasty came to an end without ever reclaiming Yan Yun. Throughout the entire Song Dynasty, they were constantly oppressed by foreign enemies... As the Southern Song Dynasty approached its demise, he vowed to accomplish the great ambitions that had eluded the dynasty for so long.
414.51 Million words | 2023-05-01 08:58Update
