Best Historical Fiction Novels to Read in 2023: Explore the Past through Captivating Stories Are you a history enthusiast looking for the best historical fiction novels to dive into in 2023? Look no further! In this article, we will introduce you to some of the most highly recommended historical fiction books that will transport you to different time periods and leave you captivated from beginning to end. Whether you enjoy tales of war, romance, or adventure, these books have something for everyone. 1. "The Four Winds" by Kristin Hannah: This compelling novel set during the Great Depression focuses on the resilience of a woman named Elsa Martinelli. Follow her journey as she faces tremendous challenges during the dust storms and economic hardships, searching for a better life for herself and her family. 2. "The Rose Code" by Kate Quinn: Step into the world of World War II cryptography with this gripping novel. Set against the backdrop of Bletchley Park, three women codebreakers must solve a puzzle that threatens to change the tides of the war. Kate Quinn's masterful storytelling will keep you turning the pages until the very end. 3. "The Push" by Ashley Audrain: Delve into the complexities of motherhood and the dark secrets that can lurk within families in this haunting historical fiction. Follow Blythe Connor as she navigates the challenges of raising her daughter, Violet, and grapples with the question of nature versus nurture. Ashley Audrain's debut novel is a thought-provoking and suspenseful exploration of maternal instincts. 4. "The Sanatorium" by Sarah Pearse: If you enjoy atmospheric thrillers with a historical twist, this gripping novel set in the Swiss Alps will not disappoint. Follow detective Elin Warner as she investigates a series of strange and dangerous events at a converted sanatorium turned luxury hotel. Sarah Pearse's expert blend of history and suspense will keep you on the edge of your seat. 5. "Anxious People" by Fredrik Backman: Combining elements of humor, mystery, and human connection, Fredrik Backman delivers a heartwarming and poignant tale. When a failed bank robber takes a group of strangers hostage during an open house, the event leads to unexpected friendships and an exploration of what it truly means to be human. While these are just a few of the highly acclaimed historical fiction novels in 2023, there are many more awaiting your discovery. To find the best deals and recommendations, you can visit popular online bookstores such as Amazon or Barnes & Noble. Goodreads, a leading social media platform for book lovers, is also an excellent resource for discovering new historical fiction books based on personalized recommendations and user reviews. Remember to check with your local library as well, as they often have extensive collections of historical fiction novels available for borrowing. So, grab a cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and embark on a literary journey through time with these captivating historical fiction novels in 2023. Happy reading!
A poor young man unwilling to be ordinary, yearning to rise above mediocrity and become extraordinary. Due to a twist of fate, he became the previously weak and sickly noble. However, the fierce struggle for power at the pinnacle made the bonds of family appear incredibly indifferent. Through numerous ups and downs, he finally obtained the icy and scorching throne. When he one day ascended to a position of great authority, he finally awakened to the realization that, in order to obtain that supreme and absolute power, he would have to sacrifice a lifetime of freedom. PS: This book is already completed, please support the author's new book "The Conquest of Wutang," thank you! Custom author tags: Blood and Glory.
135.61 Million words | 2020-11-03 09:35Update
On the day of her wedding, when she lifted her head, she was taken aback to see that it was the wicked eunuch she despised. Hua Qingmo, the legitimate daughter of the Ning County Prince's Mansion, was timid by nature and had been neglected by her parents, bullied by her sisters, and disrespected by the servants. On her coming-of-age ceremony, she was instigated by her sister and ended up dead in the snow. When she opened her eyes again, she had become Hua Qingning, one of the top superhumans of the Supernatural Research Institute. In the midst of the snow, she grabbed onto a glimpse of peony-red clothing to save her life, and it turned out to be Bai Zixiao, the
81.29 Million words | 2021-02-07 23:15Update
The 21st century celebrity chef crossed over to the Three Kingdoms era and began his struggle to survive. Please understand that this novel contains elements of fantasy.
213.62 Million words | 2021-05-19 19:37Update
In the year of the Common Era, Wanyan Zonghan and Wanyan Zongwang launched a second siege on Bianjing. Emperor Qin Zhaohuan was forced to enter the Jin camp for negotiations and wrote a letter of surrender before returning to the city. From then on, the Wanyan brothers began their endless extortion, taking everything from money, beautiful women, to sacred artifacts. In order to protect themselves, Emperor Qin and the retired emperor adopted a reckless spirit of
160.81 Million words | 2021-10-23 07:01Update
Lu Ya, a descendant of the incompetent Tang Dynasty tea master Lu Yu, is reborn as Qian Li Yu, the descendant of the renowned Japanese tea master Sen no Rikyu, and the inheritor of Tokyo's Wudai An. This year, at the age of__, he is on the brink of bankruptcy. Just before he is forced to sell his tea house, he awakens to something strange...
96.25 Million words | 2020-08-27 08:22Update
Following the principle of "delving into history while transcending history", the author depicts the intricate and grand historical process of a peasant uprising that took place many years ago. The novel revolves around the transformation of Li Zicheng's peasant uprising from weakness to strength, the overthrow of the Ming Dynasty, and the resistance against the invading Qing army. It presents a multi-perspective, multi-faceted, and multi-level panorama of the tumultuous events during the late Ming and early Qing dynasties, as well as the tragic end of the peasant uprising, revealing the laws governing peasant wars and historical development.
380.97 Million words | 2021-06-22 06:13Update
He established an unprecedented dignity for the nation. He gave a group the confidence to stand tall for millennia. His country's name became the eternal symbol of a people. There is no difference between the restless souls under the horse's blade and the triumphant ones on the saddle. All lives are equal, and no one has the right to unjustly deprive another. No one can arbitrarily bully the people of Da Han, and no one can plunder and slaughter on the land of Da Han. No matter how powerful our enemies may be, the bloodline of the Han people will eventually inspire us to wield our swords and fight for our own dignity and honor. Let these barbarians from the grasslands witness the bravery of the Han warriors, and let their mountains of corpses and rivers of blood forge the glory of the Han ethnicity. With a
173.28 Million words | 2022-05-09 14:45Update
Crossing over to the Song Dynasty and finally finding love. My wife is sharp yet gentle, while my younger sister-in-law is blossoming with potential. A beautiful life awaits me... Wait a minute! The first year of Xuande? The emperor is Zhao Ji? The bandit, Wang Qing, is about to attack? I also have two edgy little cousins? And... my tank is out of fuel... ... Book club: If you follow me, if you follow me, I'll show you some... explicit content...
82.77 Million words | 2022-08-05 21:00Update
Cancer patient Chen Xiao time-traveled, thinking he wouldn't live much longer. Despite this, he demonstrated exceptional courage and accomplished remarkable feats, even winning over a beautiful woman. On their wedding night, palace officials arrived, revealing that his fiancee was actually an escaped princess. Enraged by the sight of his fiancee being taken away, Chen Xiao declared, "This equestrian official, I will claim her as my own!" Dear readers, if you find "The Carefree Equestrian Official" intriguing, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo!
59.49 Million words | 2020-09-13 16:01Update
History is always astonishingly similar. Often, right from the beginning, the outcome is already predetermined. Maybe you want to change your own destiny, maybe you think you have escaped, but when you touch those scars of history, unaware, the hands of inertia have already gently pushed you from behind. A new path, a new journey, but ultimately, there is only one destination. Here, there are no time travel or reincarnation, only an iron-blooded Great Qin in a parallel timeline. Everything here seems so familiar, yet upon closer inspection, it feels so unfamiliar. Perhaps you already know the result, but are you sure the process you know is true? So now, the story begins... Created by Ying Guangxin, friends who enjoy this work can join in and discuss together (chat). Thank you for your support!
222.17 Million words | 2022-01-17 12:47Update
This is not the real Water Margin world, but a vibrant and diverse world. Here, there are cultivators, practitioners, immortals, martial arts masters, and more. Not only are there the 108 heroes of Liangshan, but also some famous historical generals, such as Yue Fei, Zongze, Han Shizhong, and others. Their destinies will be rewritten, and history will be changed, no longer following its original course. How can the great nation tolerate others' bullying? Mighty China will make all corners of the world marvel! Witness how China rises!! Many thanks to the Reading Club for providing their support and book reviews.
158.46 Million words | 2023-02-23 18:18Update
With the construction system, I am reborn after World War II and create a strong European economy. "The Marshall Plan provided us with a foundation, but it is not the core of Nord's rise." - Joseph III, Grand Duke of Nord. "I don't really like this person because he deceived the feelings of the American people." - President of the United States. "As an important member of the European Union, it is hard for me to imagine that this country can surpass us economically." - President of France. "If there is anyone who can constantly capture the hearts of numerous Hollywood actresses, it is undoubtedly the Grand Duke of Nord." - Founder of Playboy.
480.92 Million words | 2021-07-16 02:34Update
【Farm + Cute Kids + Sweet Pet + Vengeance】Qin Jiuyue, the ace assassin of the 22nd century, transmigrated into a malicious and despised rural girl, along with a living dead husband and four children with distinct personalities! Roll up your sleeves and work hard! I'll make you earn a fortune first. We can catch rabbits on the mountain and catch precious fish in the river. I'm skilled in farming and business! I raise chubby kids, teach them literature and martial arts, and guide them to become honorable heroes. Later on - The new emperor ascends the throne: I was raised by my mother. Young general: I was also raised by my mother. Foreign princess: I was adopted by Sister Jiuyue. The free-spirited medical saint: I was also picked up by Jiuyue as her disciple.
198.59 Million words | 2021-07-08 12:59Update
Accidentally traveling back to the 1950s, I replaced the foolish pillar of youth, seizing the heart of a stunning beauty from the start and leaving no chance for those scoundrels like Xu Damao to ruin everything. Changing the fate of the original pillar, I roamed freely through the courtyard, rushed through the gates of Zhengyang, stepping on the opportunities brought by the changing times, and becoming a rising star of wealth and prosperity.
486.64 Million words | 2020-07-27 20:57Update
[Winner of the Historical Web Novel Award - Contest Entry] Qian Duo was reborn in the Tang Dynasty, born into the wealthy Qian family known for their immense wealth. However, Qian Duo grew up poor, never having experienced a life of luxury. His uncle enjoyed drowning himself in alcohol, his other uncle was a Robin Hood-like figure, robbing the rich to help the poor, and his father had a knack for understanding people's motives. Qian Duo was taught the ways of Daoism by the Nine Suns Immortal from Mount Longhu and learned Buddhism from the Master who had traveled to Tianzhu. He acquired knowledge in the three teachings of Daoism, Buddhism, and Confucianism. From here, Qian Duo
251.31 Million words | 2022-05-10 07:23Update
Fan Jinyan, who is reincarnated into a low-ranking soldier in the Wei troops during the chaotic era of the late Ming dynasty, falls into the clutches of a beautiful female bandit who tricks him into joining her gang in order to fill his stomach. The emperor has three palaces, six departments, and seventy-two concubines? The emperor possesses boundless wealth, with silver that cannot be spent? Well then, I want to be an emperor too. Witness how an ambitious bandit takes step by step to ascend the throne of the emperor.
507.07 Million words | 2023-05-03 21:10Update
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
When Li Xi crossed over, Yang Yuhuan was fifteen years old. It was spring in the 21st year of the Kaiyuan era of the Tang Dynasty. In Jinyuan County of Shuzhou, Jiannan Road, Yang Huahua, later known as Lady Guo, and Yang Guozhong, who would later hold over twenty positions of power and become a notorious eunuch, were currently residing here. However, at present, one was a widow named Yang in a precarious situation, while the other was Yang Zhao, struggling and destitute on the streets. Well, that's it. Although the plot is a bit clichéd, this story should be quite fascinating.
407.66 Million words | 2021-02-24 14:19Update
Network writer Qin Chuan, carrying a knife-level system, arrived in the Tang Dynasty. Then, to his surprise, he found out that this Tang Dynasty seemed to be not so serious! (Already has two million premium books, "The Number One Wastrel in the Tang Dynasty," with no records of interrupted updates, guaranteed to be a "pit" of good quality, feel free to dive in. Note: This book is semi-fictional, not based on historical facts, please refrain from entering if you are a stickler for accuracy.)
23.92 Million words | 2021-02-01 22:53Update
Zhang Han, a pitiful college student, unexpectedly traveled back in time to the Qing Dynasty, only to be exiled to the land of Japan, where he becomes a slave and makes the Japanese Queen fall in love with him. With his amazing popping street dance moves, he astounds the world. Later, he forms a special forces unit to bring peace to the martial arts world. In an unexpected turn of events, he marries a princess as a eunuch. But eventually, he accidentally returns to the modern world, bringing along his harem. It's going to be a lot of fun! Liu Xiuya says, "I will always be by your side." Wanfei says, "Bring that dead eunuch to me, I want to marry you." Zhang Han Yue says, "Wherever you both are, it is heaven."
481.38 Million words | 2023-01-06 13:46Update
