"Exploring the Fascinating World of Historical Fiction in US History" Are you a passionate reader who craves both intriguing storytelling and a deep dive into the rich tapestry of American history? Look no further than the captivating genre of historical fiction set in the United States. In this article, we will showcase some remarkable novels that bring the past to life with vivid characters, gripping plots, and meticulous attention to historical accuracy. One prominent author to explore in the realm of historical fiction is Ken Follett. Renowned for his meticulously researched novels, Follett takes readers on cinematic journeys through pivotal moments in history. His works like "Pillars of the Earth" and "The Century Trilogy" provide a panoramic view of the United States' development, from the medieval era to the 20th century. Another highly recommended author in the genre is Erik Larson. Known for his immersive storytelling, Larson combines meticulous research with a narrative flair that will transport you to the heart of historical events. His bestsellers like "The Devil in the White City" and "In the Garden of Beasts" delve into America's past, offering suspense, intrigue, and a deep understanding of the era. If you are particularly interested in the Civil War era, consider exploring the works of Geraldine Brooks. Her novel "March" offers a fresh perspective by following the absent father of Louisa May Alcott's beloved "Little Women" as he serves as a chaplain in the Union Army. Through Brooks' masterful storytelling, readers gain a deeper understanding of the impact of the war on both soldiers and their families. For those seeking an immersive experience in the early years of America's history, James Alexander Thom's "Follow the River" is a must-read. This gripping tale is based on the true story of Mary Draper Ingles, who was captured by Native Americans in 1755 and escaped, embarking on a perilous journey back home. Thom's narrative skill and meticulous historical research make this novel an engaging and educational read. To enhance your exploration of historical fiction and US history, there are also several websites dedicated to the genre. Goodreads, a popular online community for book lovers, offers extensive lists and recommendations for historical fiction set in US history. Amazon's book section provides user reviews and ratings to help you find the perfect read. For a more scholarly approach, websites like JSTOR and Project MUSE offer academic articles and research materials related to historical fiction and US history. In conclusion, historical fiction set in US history allows readers to delve into the past, experiencing the triumphs, struggles, and pivotal moments that have shaped the nation. Authors like Ken Follett, Erik Larson, Geraldine Brooks, and James Alexander Thom bring history to life through their immersive storytelling. By exploring websites like Goodreads, Amazon, JSTOR, and Project MUSE, readers can discover an abundance of recommendations and resources to further enrich their reading journey. Embark on this captivating literary adventure and uncover the hidden secrets of America's fascinating past!
【Light-hearted + Farming + Pure Refreshing + Semi-fiction】 QQ Group: The main storyline is about war and annexation. During the Tang Dynasty, Wang Yuan arrived in Lantian County, but his system crashed. Helpless, he had to recruit servants and planned to live a carefree life. One day, a man surnamed Li came to apply for a job. Wang Yuan kindly took him in, but little did he know that Li would frequently take sick leave and sneak away, often asking strange questions. "What do you think of the current emperor?" "When do you think the Tang Dynasty will attack the Turks?" "What do you think of my eldest daughter? Can she be your maid?" "What do you think..." "That's enough! What's the meaning of a servant like you asking all these questions? Are you Li Shimin?" Fed up with Li's annoyance, Wang Yuan made up his mind to use his boss's power and fire Li. Li was taken aback, "Young Master Wang, indeed, I am Li Shimin!" "And your maid is my daughter, Princess Chang Le!" This book is also known as "Tang Dynasty, My Maid is Princess Chang Le."
97.53 Million words | 2021-05-10 13:23Update
Jia Ping'an was born when Li Yuan passed away, and was seriously ill when Li Shimin passed away. At the moment when he was about to be buried alive by the villagers, he exploded... no, he successfully saved himself. Li Zhi ascended the throne, followed by the rule of the two saints, Princess Wu declared herself emperor, and finally the Li family staged a comeback once again. How did he manage to handle such ever-changing situations? Despite being labeled as an unlucky star, he managed to navigate through the ups and downs, treading on three eggs with his feet. Digging a hole today, deceiving tomorrow... Book Club: Group Name: The Great Tang Unlucky Star. If you have purchased the entire book, you can contact the group owner after entering and verify your purchase to enter the complete book group.
597.38 Million words | 2021-08-27 00:42Update
Chen Xi looked at the soldier who effortlessly threw away a huge stone weighing hundreds of kilograms, speechless as she gazed at the sky. Was this really the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty? Lu Bu, armed with only a spear, broke through an army of thousands of men. It just doesn't seem scientifically possible. Zhao Zilong seemed to have the spirit of a dragon within him as he sliced through mountains with a single sword. Is he really human? Dian Wei alone protected Cao Cao, charging through enemy lines and effortlessly slaying thousands of cavalry. His combat prowess is off the charts! Something doesn't seem right here. Chen Xi absentmindedly touched her feather fan and waved it casually. Suddenly, a strong wind blew, and she sighed. "Is this mythology? I don't even feel normal myself."
1,865.52 Million words | 2022-09-02 03:08Update
Reborn, back to the end of the Yuan Dynasty and the beginning of the Ming Dynasty, I met Zhu Yuanzhang. Other transmigrators are all cautious, sneaky, afraid of being known by others. But Zhu Yuanzhang is different, he plans to make a big move, directly grabbing onto Zhu Yuanzhang's thigh and saying, "Ancestor, I am your biological twenty-third generation grandson!"
138.26 Million words | 2022-04-17 10:35Update
With one closing of the eyes, and one opening of the eyes, Zhao Xu discovered that he had become a prince. The beauties were enchanting, the land of his jurisdiction was far away, and the country was in chaos. However, all he wanted was to guard his territory and live freely. But if any enemies dared to attack, they would never return, sending shivers down their spine...
236.11 Million words | 2020-09-24 08:00Update
In the chaos of the late Sui Dynasty, a young Tiger Guard emerged. He was Luo Shixin, the historical prototype of Luo Cheng in the novel. At the age of fourteen, he joined the army and challenged the enemy alone, but no one dared to respond. Emperor Yang of Sui heard of his name and ordered a painter to depict his appearance on the battlefield. He was loyal and courageous, and though he only fought for six years, he experienced countless battles and had a renowned reputation. In the battle against Liu Heida, Luo Shixin, with only two hundred soldiers, defended the ruined city of Mingshui against tens of thousands of Liu Heida's troops. He fought bitterly for eight days and nights, until he was captured and died at the young age of twenty, a brave martyr. Emperor Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty was deeply saddened and posthumously named him with the word "Valiant". A modern person accidentally traveled back to the early Tang Dynasty and possessed Luo Shixin's body just one day before the fall of Mingshui City, when Luo Shixin died. Using the most tragic time travel, under the name of "Valiant," he created a new legend. PS: Thanks to the cover team of the forum for providing the cover!
148.78 Million words | 2020-11-13 02:19Update
The dark night gave me black eyes, but I used them to seek the light - Gu Cheng A laborer carrying bags on a pier, only thinking about having a bowl of rice and marrying a wife to take care of his mother. But fate kept throwing him up into the sky, only to bring him crashing down again with bruises and swollen face. Despite facing hardships, his dreams still burn within his heart. He is a small leader under the infamous thief Zhang Jincheng. He is a capable official under Dou Jiande's rule. He is a beloved official in the eyes of General Li Xu. He is a rebellious hero in the eyes of Tang Gaozu Li Yuan. Yet, he is nothing. He is simply himself. This is a story of an ordinary person searching for his dreams in chaotic times. I hope you all enjoy it. Join the Drunkard QQ Fan Group, where readers are welcomed to discuss the plot together.
171.07 Million words | 2022-01-19 04:07Update
The Three Generations of the Emperor's Legacy, Li Xing as the Martial Proxy! The prosperous era of the Great Tang, from the decline after Empress Wu Zetian, would it still be the renowned prosperous era if the rightful crown prince, Li Hong, had not died prematurely? In the female protagonist's court, powerful officials and cruel bureaucrats! When a different soul awakens in the Luoyang Palace, everything changes...
88.27 Million words | 2022-10-03 04:43Update
Four poles waste, the nine provinces tear apart, the heavens cannot cover all, the earth cannot bear such weight; fierce beasts prey upon the innocent, raptors seize the old and weak. And so, Nüwa refined the five-colored stones to mend the azure sky. Born here, grown here, the five-colored stones leave us no other choice. Great Tang, our homeland! Join the Drunkard QQ Fan Group, fellow readers are welcomed to discuss the plot together.
162.61 Million words | 2022-12-23 08:39Update
A new book by Song Shixing has been uploaded, everyone is welcome to collect it. Produced by Year, Gengxin, it's a story about a small bandit named Xiao Cao.
321.91 Million words | 2020-11-07 00:11Update
With the aspirations of the entire nation upon him, the hero carries the ambition to conquer the world. Victory in battle, triumph in siege, the hero aims to establish a prosperous era and bring everlasting peace – a desire shared by both emperors. Words are followed by actions, actions yield results, earning fame across the world and winning the hearts of all. The demon king, meanwhile, proceeds with inscrutable plans, seeking to obtain control over all four corners of the earth. The path of emperors is paved with countless bones – an endless flow of hero's blood and countless heads of vanquished foes. ... Leading troops to conquer nations, seizing their rulers to seek retribution... I emerge victorious and become the king, while you, defeated, become a mere thief... ... Drunk, resting upon a beauty's lap; awake, holding the reins of the world... I do not need to explain my actions throughout my life to you.
498.90 Million words | 2023-06-27 20:41Update
I was transported to the year 1602 in the Wanli era. I wanted to indulge in food, drink, and entertainment while also wanting to save the country. It was a story filled with both pleasure and contradictions. In the prosperous world of late Ming dynasty in Jiangnan, there were the elegance of "Cai Gen Tan" and the vulgarity of "Jin Ping Mei." The old monk engaged in business, while famous courtesans practiced Buddhism. Yuan Hongdao enjoyed tea and arranged flowers to express his spiritual nature, while Li Zhuowu brewed wine and meditated to continue burning books. Dong Qichang excelled in calligraphy and painting, but was also a local tyrant. Zhang Zongzi was a young playboy who reminisced about his dreams of returning to West Lake in his old age. The refined saw elegance, while the unconventional saw eccentricity. The winds
178.38 Million words | 2021-02-17 20:23Update
In the fifth year of the Qingli era, during the spring season, Fan Zheng's new political reforms failed, and Fu Bi was also demoted. Teng Zijing rebuilt Yueyang Tower, while Ouyang Xiu got drunk as mud. Prime Minister Han remained prestigious and wealthy, while Wen Yanbo became completely eccentric. Di Qing became an idol of mediocrity in the Great Song Dynasty, Ao Xianggong and Sima Niu just started their careers, Bao Qingtian was not yet qualified to adjudicate in Kaifeng, and Su Dongpo was in the process of losing his baby teeth. Emperor Renzong of Song was making great efforts to conceive a child... As if by fate, the most outstanding individuals of the Song Dynasty and the entire Huaxia nation were all squeezed into this era, shining brightly. It was the most splendid and enlightened era, where even the air intoxicated people. However, there was a calamitous year approaching, when this enchanting era would be destroyed under the iron hooves of foreign invasions... Why did this happen, and was there any possibility of escaping this fate? A butterfly, traversing through a thousand years of time and space, arrived in this resplendent era, taking you on a journey to experience the hustle and bustle of the city, to experience "moon rises above the willow tree, and people make appointments after dusk," to engage in deep conversations with the most exceptional individuals, and to find all the answers. The only question is, how much change can this butterfly bring to the world by simply fluttering its tiny wings...
193.38 Million words | 2023-04-08 13:47Update
"Joy of Life" is a novel written by Mao Ni, and was first released on the Qidian Chinese website. The story gradually depicts the ups and downs of the Kingdom of Qing over several decades through the growth journey of a young man named Fan Xian. Throughout the course of several decades, we witness the rise and fall, as well as the changing of prominent figures across three generations. Two main storylines, Fan Xian's growth and Ye Qingmei's life, run through the entire novel, one in the light and the other in the dark, encompassing the storms and vicissitudes of the Kingdom of Qing over several decades.
395.88 Million words | 2022-11-25 09:22Update
"Your Majesty insists on going against me?" Empress Wu's eyes flickered with anger. Li Zhi took a fearful step back and swallowed hard, saying, "I dare not... I mean, where is Lord Li? Li Qinzhai, come out!" After the great achievements of the three dynasties, Li Qinzhai rushed out and grabbed Li Zhi's retreating body, saying in a deep voice, "Your Majesty, don't back down!" Li Zhi seemed to have found a savior and grabbed Li Qinzhai's sleeve, whispering, "I'm not backing down, not at all. Lord Li, I authorize you to teach her a lesson on my behalf!"
271.42 Million words | 2020-12-31 21:17Update
Born in turbulent times, with a mysterious background. I had no intention of seeking wealth and nobility, but they forced me to. Behold, a modern-day story set in the era of the Sui and Tang dynasties! With debts, conflicts, love, and war; and countless romantic encounters. Geng Xin's new novel "Usurping the Tang" is finally here. I hope everyone will enjoy it.
197.86 Million words | 2023-03-10 08:23Update
The gates of the Zhu family reek of alcohol and meat, while frozen bones litter the streets. Reborn into a prestigious Ming dynasty family, Zhang Yue finds himself nothing more than an insignificant child. The chaos of the Jingnan Rebellion has passed, Zheng He's fleet sails the seas, and high-ranking officials abound in his family... Is all he capable of doing merely waiting for death? In this flourishing era, the Zhu family seeks greatness, but even wealth and glory must be pursued with stability. To settle family, country, and world affairs, he sets sail with his wife and children in a humble boat.
336.73 Million words | 2023-06-02 14:19Update
New book "Reviving the Fallen Sky" is now available for upload. Book number: Please support. When barbarism is on the brink of destroying civilization, and ignorance is about to replace wisdom, how can a modern person use their god-given powers to alter the course of history and establish global order on the foundation of Chinese civilization.
169.26 Million words | 2021-06-23 18:43Update
A medical student crossed over to a small county town in the Northern Song Dynasty and became a doctor in a struggling pharmacy, starting his career of practicing medicine in ancient times. "Nǎ Qiè Jì" (Book Number), "Nǎ Qiè Jì Ⅱ" (Book Number), "Sān Yǎn Fǎ Yī" (Book Number), "Xíng míng Shī Yé" (Book Number), "Àn Líng Fǎ Yī" (Book Number) are the completed YY novels by Mu Yi. Book Club Groups: Hua Yao Pharmacy, Advanced Group, Heng Xiang Inn, Advanced Group, Ji Shi Tang Pharmacy, Wu Wei Tang Pharmacy, Advanced Group. (This group is regularly cleared and lurkers are advised to be cautious). Welcome book lovers to join.
280.67 Million words | 2020-08-05 15:20Update
The second group of honored works produced by Qidian editors, highly recommended by famous editors Haixing and Qingshan! In the 18th year of the Kaihuang period, the mighty Sui Empire's armies were strong and prosperous, dominating the vast land like the sun at its zenith. However, beneath the calm surface of this peaceful era, hidden currents were surging, and dangers lurked everywhere! In the dazzling month of March, Lingyun appeared in the southern Yangzhou of the great Sui Empire. Returning to the Sui Empire, I am determined to enjoy a carefree life. Though I am humble, I reign over the world! Following "The End of Sui" and "The Late Tang," the final installment of Mu Zi's "Trilogy of Sui and Tang," "Returning to the Sui Empire," officially begins. I hope everyone enjoys it and provides abundant support!
212.56 Million words | 2021-11-05 03:19Update
The waist adorned with gold has been put away, Yet the news remains ordinary. The world desires to know the guest of the cold garden, Only a scholar reading in Jiangnan.
155.61 Million words | 2021-10-13 04:36Update
