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Searching for a captivating historical fiction novel? Look no further! In this article, we will explore some of the best historical fiction novels that are sure to transport you into the past. Whether you are a history buff, a lover of immersive storytelling, or simply craving an escape into a different era, these novels are bound to captivate your imagination.

1. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett:
Set in 12th-century England, this epic masterpiece follows the construction of a cathedral amidst political turmoil and social upheaval.

2. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak:
Set during World War II in Nazi Germany, this emotionally gripping tale narrated by Death itself explores the power of words, love, and hope in the darkest of times.

3. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel:
Immerse yourself in the political intrigues of 16th-century England with this award-winning novel, which offers a fresh perspective on the rise of Thomas Cromwell in the court of King Henry VIII.

4. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell:
Transport yourself to the American South during the Civil War and Reconstruction era with this sweeping epic that follows the life of Scarlett O'Hara and her indomitable spirit.

5. "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón:
Step into post-World War II Barcelona, where a young boy's discovery of a mysterious book sets off a chain of events shrouded in secrecy, love, and tragedy.

6. "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr:
Set against the backdrop of World War II, this Pulitzer Prize-winning novel weaves together the stories of a blind French girl and a German orphan boy, as their paths eventually converge.

7. "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco:
Delve into a medieval monastery in Italy, where a Franciscan friar investigates a series of mysterious deaths in this intellectually stimulating and suspenseful novel.

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Remember, historical fiction has the power to transport us to different times and places, while also shedding light on the universal human experience. So, grab your favorite novel and embark on a fascinating journey into the past!
Sheng Ming soars afar. Fiction
Sheng Ming soars afar.

The Yongle era was a prosperous time, with Yao Guangxiao excelling in culture and Zhu Neng excelling in martial arts. Zheng He led seven voyages to the West, showcasing the might of the Great Ming Dynasty. It was a glorious era, a heroic path of a powerful nation. In the midst of it all, a person from the future found themselves inexplicably in this time... Behind the prosperity of the Yongle era lies an unsolved mystery - the life and death of Emperor Jianwen when Zhu Di entered Nanjing. To this day, we are still unable to unravel this puzzle.

512.56 Million words | 2022-11-11 04:52Update

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Sparrow Turns into Phoenix: Your Highness is not at ease. Fiction
Sparrow Turns into Phoenix: Your Highness is not at ease.

Prince Shen Yuli, who was down and out, found a young eunuch in the deserted garden. The eunuch had fair skin, a beautiful appearance, and a clever and adorable demeanor, but he was a bit noisy. Like a sparrow. Sparrows have wild nature and need to be properly restrained, or they will fly away. One day, the thread that tied them together snapped with a crack. I recommend and collect the new novel "Nine Lives Phoenix Destiny" and "I Invite You to Carry the Plaque", please support. Love you all! (づ ̄ ̄)づ╭?~

146.77 Million words | 2023-06-01 05:33Update

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The Artillery God that Swept through the Late Qing Dynasty Fiction
The Artillery God that Swept through the Late Qing Dynasty

Master Sergeant Qian, a former artillery soldier, reincarnates into the late Qing Dynasty in southwest China, joining the Taiping Army. Unintentionally, he catches a glimpse of Princess Shi Dakai's wife, resulting in his imprisonment and subsequent deployment to the battlefield. However, he defies all odds, rising up the ranks and defeating the Manchu Eight Banners Army. He then indulges in relationships with various women in the military, including young girls, elegant ladies, and former princesses. He even becomes the favored concubine of influential Manchu figures, nobles, and the two empress dow

405.84 Million words | 2020-12-04 12:07Update

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Everyone come and fight the invaders. Fiction
Everyone come and fight the invaders.

Liu He, a typical rural tech geek, always enjoys tinkering with machinery or electronic products in his spare time. One day, he had a whim to go and work the fields, only to unexpectedly stumble upon a few gold bars along the way. Little did he know that these bars would attract the attention of two robbers, who kicked him off a cliff. And just like that, he miraculously traveled through time. What? It's the year 1933, and this is the northern part of China? Oh my goodness, in just a few years, the Japanese invaders will come here. The 9-18 Incident has already happened. What's that? You want to sell your land and move away? Alright, I'll buy it. Buying land naturally means preparing for future food production. Also, I need to dig a good underground bunker for hiding when the invaders come. This bunker needs to have a well-planned escape route, so that I can surprise the Japanese by launching unexpected attacks. Why are you all idle? Then go up the mountain and hunt some rabbits, and practice your marksmanship along the way. This is also a preparation for fighting the invaders. Witness Liu He, a different kind of time-traveling geek, farming and fighting the Japanese invaders. If you, dear readers, find "Everyone Join in to Fight the Japanese Invaders" enjoyable, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo!

380.56 Million words | 2023-06-30 17:14Update

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Master Tang Fiction
Master Tang

In the late period of the prosperous reign of Emperor Taizong in the Tang Dynasty, there were both internal and external troubles, and the era of Zhenguan was coming to an end. The flourishing era of Kaiyuan was still far away. In the west, the barbarians of Tuyuhun frequently harassed the borders, followed by the menacing Tubo from the rear. The Eastern and Western Turkic tribes in the north remained a threat, and there were also Goguryeo in the northeast waiting to be conquered. The Shiwei and Mohe tribes were also becoming restless. Under the influence of many old ministers, Li Chengqian, Li Tai, and Li Zhi seemed to be on the verge of repeating the Xuanwu Gate Incident. At this critical moment, unexpectedly, the beloved Princess Jingyang, whom Li Er cherished the most, died under mysterious

426.71 Million words | 2021-11-06 15:06Update

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Song Wang Fiction
Song Wang

King, Emperor indeed! Returning to the Northern Song Dynasty, destined to reside in the imperial court, Conquering the Liao Kingdom, battling the Western Xia, securing the nation, With a vast landscape of mountains and rivers, the winds of change have already begun; With a beauty in my embrace, wielding power and influence over the world! Iron hooves stepping on the clouds, drawing the bow to shoot the celestial wolf, who can compete

122.89 Million words | 2021-11-09 04:10Update

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The Great Sui Dynasty. Fiction
The Great Sui Dynasty.

"Uncle Bao, join me, the king, and I promise you won't end up like Zhao Zilong, just a bodyguard. I will give you a world to showcase yourself!" "Yao Jin, join me, the king, how about that? Even if you only know three axes, I will make you famous!" "Pharmacist, I have the Taigong Military Strategy, the Wumu Heritage Book, and the military tactics of some western powers. Don't worry, you will see all of these if you join me!" "Mingyue, rest assured, your big brother Yang Can will come back to marry you!" "Wugou, your brother Yang Can doesn't have much money to buy clothes. Just wear whatever is available!" Different heroes with the same iron-bloodedness and tenderness. Please savor - "The Great Sui Dynasty"!!!

509.63 Million words | 2021-12-10 21:54Update

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God Sovereign Song Ruilong. Fiction
God Sovereign Song Ruilong.

Detective Di Gong became a legend, and Song Ruilong emerged in later generations! A talented student from the Armed Police Academy, a studious genius with a lifelong dream of martial arts, he happened to travel back in time to the body of a county magistrate in the Song Dynasty. Since then, he applied the cutting-edge crime-solving techniques he learned in the academy to solve cases in ancient times. Oh heavenly skies, grant me another chance to travel through time!

222.27 Million words | 2021-01-13 20:11Update

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The Three Kingdoms Grand Voyage. Fiction
The Three Kingdoms Grand Voyage.

Li Zongwu said, Liu Bei is generous, Cao Cao is cunning, Sun Quan is both generous and cunning. Faced with this uncle who is both generous and cunning, as the only son of Sun Ce, Sun Shao feels immense pressure. He endures and hides his clumsiness, but countless concerns prevent him from minding his own business. His vision surpasses the era, making it impossible for him to conceal his brilliance. Without strength, there is no dignity. Faced with the relentless pursuit of the generous and cunning uncle, Sun Shao slams the table and vows to fight him to the end. The east wind blows, war drums sound, who is afraid of the generous

205.71 Million words | 2022-06-11 16:20Update

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My teacher Feng Fiction
My teacher Feng

TV Drama: Peerless Hero, a fan fiction. Set in the Republic of China era, a refreshing and enjoyable read. Please mind your comments, fellow book lovers. Book lovers' group.

298.33 Million words | 2023-03-23 18:34Update

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Zhu Yuanzhang Fiction
Zhu Yuanzhang

Zhu Yuanzhang treated power with instincts similar to how a wild beast treats its prey: a strong desire, dreadful patience, long periods of laying low, remaining vigilant in chaos, discerning real opportunities, baring its fangs, and striking a deadly blow. This power-hungry founding emperor of the Ming Dynasty left behind a prosperous era known as the "Hongwu reign of governance." This is a comprehensive account of Zhu Yuanzhang's strategies and struggles in obtaining power, manipulating power, seizing power, and wielding power throughout his life.

367.08 Million words | 2021-08-17 05:41Update

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Xiangba Three Kingdoms Fiction
Xiangba Three Kingdoms

Zhang Xiang, an ordinary unemployed young man, crossed over to the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty and unexpectedly became the younger brother of Zhang Fei. Liu Bei, that big-eared bandit, can forget about realizing his dream; there

309.37 Million words | 2023-01-13 02:10Update

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Song Era Fiction
Song Era

During the flourishing of wildflowers in the capital region of the former Xia Dynasty, a powerful nation will emerge to become the hegemon. The legitimate and illegitimate son of the Lu family will illuminate the path of war, while the ninth prince of the Song Kingdom will bear the imperial power with the support of

38.67 Million words | 2020-10-19 21:33Update

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Crazy Cavalry Wave at the End of the Han Dynasty Fiction
Crazy Cavalry Wave at the End of the Han Dynasty

With the system accompanying him in this era, the throne that surpasses all sentient beings is the freedom that Li Zheng pursues. Invincible battle steeds traverse the land, gallop across the oceans, and dominate the sky. No one can stop Li Zheng's advancing footsteps. Cao, Liu, Sun? In this unique end of the Han Dynasty, witness the unrivaled fury of the battle steeds, crushing everything in their path!

447.92 Million words | 2023-04-16 12:28Update

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Treacherous thief of the nation Fiction
Treacherous thief of the nation

With ambitions spanning the entire nation, I carry the aspirations of both the court and the common people. My heart is filled with the mission to sweep across the world! Those who steal will be punished, those who steal a country shall be ennobled... The thieves who steal a nation awaken the greatest excitement within you. This historical masterpiece from the end of 2014 is worth your possession!

77.15 Million words | 2021-10-10 13:25Update

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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

92.04 Million words | 2023-02-24 04:25Update

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Emperor of the United States of America Fiction
Emperor of the United States of America

Research monk Li Mengyang, I don't know how it happened, but he ended up in the mid-20th century and, even more unfortunate, was sold as a "piglet" to America. This era was one of the fastest-growing periods in American history! A plethora of heroes emerged in this era! The times were ever-changing! Li Mengyang, who arrived in America naked, witnessed the Gold Rush, the Wild West, Native Americans, the emancipation of slaves, and the Civil War... But Li Mengyang never imagined that he, as a super-proletariat, would eventually become the Emperor of America. PS: This is not only a foreign history, but it will also be a part of Chinese history and world history! "The Black Car" is a completed work, and there are also "Red Master Director" and "Using the Brain to Play Ball" for those who enjoy this type of story. Please rest assured to collect it, as the quality of "The Black Car" is guaranteed. Thank you very much!

2.39 Million words | 2020-09-15 18:57Update

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The Cute Consort of the King Fiction
The Cute Consort of the King

"The King's Adorable Concubine" has thrilling and captivating plot twists that were skillfully written by the author, Yin Mei Hu. You can read the latest refreshing and clean chapters of this novel for free on the Qidian platform.

548.80 Million words | 2023-05-27 16:47Update

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The Days I am Coveted by the Big Shots in the Animal World Fiction
The Days I am Coveted by the Big Shots in the Animal World

After transforming into an animal, An Jiu wishes to rely on powerful figures to live an easy life. However, in every world, he becomes the target of various big shots. In the first world, he becomes a lion and clings to the thigh of the handsome lion king, thinking that he can live a carefree life from then on. But after a great war, the lion king, covered in wounds, drags him back for mating... An Jiu: 'Although I did achieve my goal of living an easy life, the lion king really lacks empathy. I cannot give birth to cubs, so why does he always drag me into the bushes? QAQ' Through the relentless efforts of the lion king, An Jiu surprisingly gives birth to cubs. An Jiu: '???'.

548.12 Million words | 2022-11-23 17:18Update

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Han Wei Wen Kui Fiction
Han Wei Wen Kui

Who said that literati are only admired during peaceful times? Even in chaotic times, one can still gain fame by copying poems. You have your mighty weapons, while I have my sharp tongue and my pen as my sword. You fight bravely on the front lines, while I climb the ranks in the rear. As a literary genius of our generation, I am the unrivaled leader, surpassing the "Seven Scholars of Jian'an". Witness how an ordinary humanities student manipulates various heroes in the late Eastern Han period.

274.57 Million words | 2020-08-25 12:58Update

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