good historical fiction books for 9th graders

As a 9th grader, exploring the world of historical fiction can be an exciting way to learn about different time periods while enjoying captivating stories. In this article, we will recommend some excellent historical fiction books that are suitable for 9th graders. These books are not only engaging but also provide valuable insights into different eras. Here are some must-read historical fiction books for 9th graders:

1. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Set in Nazi Germany during World War II, this novel tells the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl who finds solace in stealing books. Written with a unique narrative perspective, it offers a powerful and emotional exploration of humanity during one of the darkest periods in history.

2. "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein: This gripping World War II novel follows the friendship between two young women, a spy and a pilot. Filled with suspense and intrigue, it explores themes of courage, loyalty, and sacrifice.

3. "The Boy in the Striped Pajamas" by John Boyne: This poignant book takes place during the Holocaust and follows the unlikely friendship between Bruno, the son of a Nazi officer, and Shmuel, a Jewish boy living in a concentration camp. It offers a fresh perspective on this tragic period of history.

4. "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys: Set in the final days of World War II, this novel follows four young individuals fleeing from the advancing Soviet army. Through their intertwined stories, the book sheds light on the lesser-known tragedy of the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff, one of history's deadliest maritime disasters.

5. "Out of the Easy" by Ruta Sepetys: Set in 1950s New Orleans, this novel tells the story of Josie, a girl trying to escape her difficult circumstances and build a better life for herself. With rich historical detail, it explores themes of class, identity, and family secrets.

To further explore these books and discover more historical fiction options, you can visit reputable websites such as Goodreads or Book Riot. These platforms allow you to access book summaries, reader reviews, and recommendations tailored specifically for 9th graders.

In conclusion, historical fiction books offer a fantastic way for 9th graders to learn about the past while immersing themselves in captivating stories. By delving into these books, young readers can develop a deeper understanding of history and gain valuable insights into the human experience.
Governing the Great Ming Fiction
Governing the Great Ming

Although not incorruptible, he is more popular with the people than a clean government official. The common people all praise him. Although gentle and refined in his dealings, he is more cunning than a corrupt official, manipulating his opponents with ease. Although he never forms cliques or seeks personal gain, he is more influential than political factions, and his friends are found throughout the court. He competes with powerful officials, punishes corrupt officials, advises on agriculture and industry, and encourages commerce, effortlessly navigating between civil officials, noble officials, and the inner court, maintaining a transcendent status. Starting from a low-ranking county magistrate, he advances step by step, steadily and methodically, enduring hardships until he becomes the ruler of the world. With both literary and military prowess, he expands the territory, subdues the barbarians, and creates a prosperous era for the Great Ming Dynasty. Book Club Chat Group.

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The Astonishing Heiress: Ace Consort Fiction
The Astonishing Heiress: Ace Consort

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

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The Legend of Martial Saint: Yue Wumu Chapter Fiction
The Legend of Martial Saint: Yue Wumu Chapter

This book tells the whole process of Yue Fei's transformation from a distressed prince to a legendary military general and martial saint. Through Yue Fei's life experiences, this book vividly portrays the authentic scenes of ancient battlefields. Although Yue Fei's story originates from historical anecdotes, all the combat scenes, including one-on-one, one-on-many, many-on-many, and group fights, are based on historical sources. During the Song Dynasty, it marked the beginning of the use of firearms and the precise long-range weapon attacks. It also witnessed the beginning of the organized and systematic use of military equipment. The entire style and scenes of warfare are

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A Happy Life in Northern Song Dynasty Fiction
A Happy Life in Northern Song Dynasty

Traveling through time, striving for a happy and fulfilling bourgeois life...

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Snow handsome. Fiction
Snow handsome.

They were originally members of the Municipal Bureau of Garbage Classification, but under the call of "General's Order," they transformed into capable soldiers defending Youzhou in the battle. Resisting foreign invasions, exploring peace and justice, confronting power struggles, pondering the universe, and life. Humor, fortitude, war, fighting, passion, tenderness, yin and yang... everything you want to know, everything you don't know, it will all be in the book!

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The Thirteen Secret Fiction
The Thirteen Secret

Heaven as a tent, earth as a blanket, The sun, moon, and stars accompany my sleep. In the night, dare not extend my feet, Fear of treading upon the mountains, rivers, and sacred places. The QQ discussion groups for this book are as follows: 影魅饕餮商羊虚耗 本有八个群,现在集中一下 希望都加到四个群里 在镜花水月混沌傲因这四个群的观众 希望看到后能够转移。

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The Ming Dynasty Fiction
The Ming Dynasty

He is always humble, even when walking with only the two of us, I still regard him as my teacher. He is always diligent, chopping wood and carrying water is also a form of practice. He is always courteous, when it comes to choosing between your life and mine, naturally it will be yours. In the year he came, the Great Sui Empire had just celebrated its twentieth birthday. That venerable and detestable old witch gave him a bewildering identity. With a black helmet and black hair, a bent bow and straight sword, leading eighteen riders who swept like the wind, his surname remained on the imperial flag in the end. If any readers find "Will of the Bright" to be good, please don't forget to recommend it to your QQ groups and friends on Weibo!

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Iron-blooded Great Ming Fiction
Iron-blooded Great Ming

To prevent future troubles, Wang Pu eliminated the Manchu invaders! In order to pacify the border regions, Wang Pu conquered the entire vast desert. To train his army, Wang Pu needed a lot of silver. To make money, Wang Pu had to resort to every means possible, which inevitably led to entanglements with the famous beauties of the Qinhuai River. To maintain the unity of the empire, Wang Pu exterminated Li Zicheng and Zhang Xianzhong, and flayed and dismembered the notorious traitor Wu Sangui, using his skin to make lanterns. ... This book is purely fictional, please do not take it seriously.

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Rise up Australia. Fiction
Rise up Australia.

On a high-speed train heading home, there was an unprecedented thunderstorm. Two airplanes were inexplicably caught in it, turning back time 200 years to Australia in the year. In this still wild continent, how will these modern people survive?

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Dressed in brocade, he walks with a proud smile. Fiction
Dressed in brocade, he walks with a proud smile.

"Heroes of the world are born of my generation, as time hastens once we enter the rivers and lakes." Clad in white like snow, swift as the wind, finding pleasure in justice and vengeance, aiding the weak and overcoming the strong. None of these have anything to do with the protagonist and a penny. A modern commoner, his soul transmigrates to the Ming Dynasty. Attached to the cousin of renowned Zheng Guifei, he finds himself in a dimension quite distinct from both his original world and historical reality. Flintlock rifles, telescopes, anything he can think of, they all exist now? Can't you leave anything for me? Thankfully, I have a capable sister who possesses great skills. No one can take away this advantage. Witness how the resplendent leader of the Imperial Bodyguard plays his part in the rivers and lakes and laughs proudly in the imperial court. Experience a different rivers and lakes, a different form of pride.

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Buried Bright Fiction
Buried Bright

During the reign of Emperor Chongzhen, foreign invaders trespassed upon our borders, calamities befell the people, and our destiny seemed to be sealed as countless lives perished and our nation teetered on the brink of destruction. The end of days was imminent and the great edifices of our civilization were on the verge of collapse. The fate of the sons and daughters of Yan and Huang appeared to be sealed. In this dire moment, duty calls and we must not

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The Rise of Shu Han in the Three Kingdoms Era Fiction
The Rise of Shu Han in the Three Kingdoms Era

At the age of ten, I began reading the Three Kingdoms. It has been ten years now, and my admiration for the heroes of the Three Kingdoms has grown strong. By a fortunate coincidence, this young man has returned to the Three Kingdoms. Though originally a lowly individual, I have an extensive knowledge of the Three Kingdoms, aware of past and future events. I desire to assist Liu Bei in unifying the world. However, Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhuge Liang, and others are all different from what I know. In a moment of uncertainty, I do not know who is good and who is evil. Within this world, there are those who fight for their survival, those who resort to any means for their beliefs, even accepting eternal infamy, and those who take risky actions for personal gain. Who among them will have the last laugh, I wonder!

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Temporal Smuggling Fiction
Temporal Smuggling

Have you ever seen a novel where the protagonist of 【Cosplay】 shows off and fights during the Ming Dynasty? Have you ever seen a novel where the army of 【Saint Seiya】 sweeps across the late Ming Dynasty? Have you ever seen 【Liquid Armor】? (Still using Kevlar? Outdated!) Come on! All of this is in this book! Author 【Dong Fang Duo】: Please feel free to read, guaranteed by A signature, with ten thousand drafts, high quality, high innovation, impacting your audiovisual experience. Two updates every day on time: [Noon:], [Afternoon:].

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The style of the Warring States period remains. Fiction
The style of the Warring States period remains.

In an era of chaotic conquest, a young man emerged from the chaos and tirelessly worked to become the ruler of the world.

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Brave Cavalry Fiction
Brave Cavalry

Zhong Ying enters the capital, holding power over the court and the world. With a hundred thousand iron horses, he displays his dominance and stands unparalleled. Staining the sunset with blood, his battle spirit possesses him, as years of splendor fade like fleeting flowers. How can one bear such emotions? With a heart burning with passion and a sense of righteousness on his shoulders, it is difficult to balance his family, his country, and the world. A graceful beauty and a cunning hero in chaotic times, rising with bold cavalry to conquer the land, intoxicated by the embrace of a beloved. In an era of great contention, with endless flames of war, a treasure cauldron stands, filled with heroes scattered throughout the land. Across thousands of miles and stunning landscapes, the beauty of the nation reigns supreme. The valiant cavalry remains, daring anyone

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Evil Ming. Fiction
Evil Ming.

A brave and ruthless modern man, who transmigrated to the fifth year of the Jiajing period in the Ming Dynasty, possessing the body of a weak and cowardly member of the Jinyiwei. As a Jinyiwei, he had the audacity, and as a modern man, he was accustomed to using violence to counter violence. Unrestrained and fierce, how will he unleash himself? How will he step by step climb to the pinnacle of power, laughing proudly in the Ming Dynasty? Author's Sina Weibo: http://weibo.com/u/ [username], specializing in writing about the Ming Dynasty, welcome everyone to follow and join the special Bai book club.

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North American Tang Dynasty Fiction
North American Tang Dynasty

A special fleet that provided a century of aid to Africa, carrying Chinese peacekeeping soldiers and dispatched workers for construction assistance. A fleet that escaped from the mainland to the island of Taiwan in 1949, carrying refugees including farmers, workers, intellectuals, and defeated soldiers. A fleet led by the famous navigator Zheng He, sailing from Ming Dynasty to the western seas. Three Chinese fleets from different times and spaces, converged on the shores of Los Angeles, North America. In this year, Europe was rife with conflicts, the Seven Years' War had only temporarily ended, and a new major war was brewing. In this year, the people of the thirteen colonies in North America convened the Continental Congress, sounding the clarion call to resist colonial rule. In this year, the glorious age of Emperor Qianlong, the Ten Perfect Elderlies, was flourishing, and the empire was sliding into decline. Great Tang, a country that countless Chinese people are proud of, began to write an immortal legend in foreign lands.

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Warring States Expedition Fiction
Warring States Expedition

During a protection mission, secret agent Gaoyuan crosses from an airplane to the late Warring States period in the state of Zhao. He is mistaken by the famous general Li Mu as a celestial being who can change the turbulent times. Meanwhile, the unification war led by the state of Qin has already started. Gaoyuan is involuntarily drawn into this conflict and embarks on an extraordinary journey. In the process of resisting the course of history, Gaoyuan unexpectedly discovers a greater conspiracy hidden behind the unification of the Qin dynasty. He navigates between the seven states of the Warring States period, engaging in battles with renowned generals and delving into the lost ancient Chinese mechanical arts, uncovering the remnants of an ancient super-technological civilization. On the vast land of ancient China two thousand years ago, he competes for supreme power, contending with the Emperor Qin Shi Huang himself, and comes into contact with even more mysterious primal forces, unraveling the hidden truth behind the mythical stories of ancient times.

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I am really not the last emperor of the Wu Kingdom. Fiction
I am really not the last emperor of the Wu Kingdom.

In the late years of Dong Wu, there were internal troubles and external dangers, with smoke rising from all corners of the land. Treacherous officials held power. In Sun Hao's heart, he thought: "Since I have traveled to this tumultuous era, I will do my utmost to reverse the situation! I will not be the last emperor of Wu!"

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Prince of the Jianghu Fiction
Prince of the Jianghu

Originally titled 'The Prince's Stick Technique', the protagonist's father sent him to learn martial arts with the agreement that once he had mastered it, they would venture into the Jianghu together and capture female warriors. However, unexpectedly, the father passed away, and Qin Shou'an had no choice but to leave the mountain ahead of time and inherit this enchanting and alluring world of the Jianghu.

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