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The Korean War, which took place between 1950 and 1953, was a significant conflict in history that involved both North and South Korea, as well as various international forces. Historical fiction is a captivating genre that combines real-life events with the creative imagination of authors, offering readers a unique perspective on historical periods. If you're interested in exploring Korean War historical fiction, here are some recommended novels, authors, and websites that can provide you with a thrilling reading experience.

1. "The Coldest Winter: America and the Korean War" by David Halberstam: Although not a work of fiction, this book offers an in-depth and comprehensive account of the Korean War. It is based on extensive research and interviews, providing a vivid portrayal of the conflict's impact on both soldiers and civilians.

2. "The Korean War: A Novel" by Bruce Cumings: As a renowned historian, Bruce Cumings explores the Korean War through fictional narratives in this gripping novel. Drawing from his extensive knowledge of the war, Cumings weaves together personal stories to create a multifaceted account of the conflict.

3. "The Bridge at No Gun Ri" by Sang-Eun Lee and Charles J. Hanley: This thought-provoking novel is based on the true story of the No Gun Ri massacre that occurred during the Korean War. It delves into the experiences of both American soldiers and Korean civilians caught in the turmoil, shedding light on often-overlooked aspects of the war.

4. "A Forgotten Country" by Catherine Chung: This lyrical novel follows the journey of a young Korean girl named Janie after she immigrates to the United States with her family, escaping the aftermath of the Korean War. Through Janie's experiences, Catherine Chung explores the lasting impact of the conflict on Korean families and the struggles of assimilation.

When searching for Korean War historical fiction, it's also helpful to explore websites dedicated to the genre. Here are a few websites that offer valuable information, book recommendations, and discussions:

1. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): Goodreads is a popular online community of book lovers. It provides user reviews, ratings, and book recommendations on various genres, including Korean War historical fiction. You can discover new titles, join book clubs, and engage in discussions with fellow readers.

2. Historical Novel Society (www.historicalnovelsociety.org): This website specializes in historical fiction and offers reviews, interviews, and features on a wide range of historical novels, including those set during the Korean War. Their insightful articles can help you find novels that align with your interests.

Remember, while immersing yourself in Korean War historical fiction, it's important to approach these stories as fictional representations of real events. Enjoy the creativity and storytelling while also keeping in mind the broader context and historical facts surrounding the Korean War.
The Chinese Dining Table Fiction
The Chinese Dining Table

All the people in the world, all the matters in the world, are nothing more than dishes on the dining table of the great Tang Dynasty. Although the original ingredients possess the primitive charm of food, Yun Chu still believes that the most delicious food needs to be sliced, cooked, and processed before being presented on the table, in order to be in line with the appetites of the people of the great Tang. Steamed, braised, stir-fried, stewed... there are as many cooking methods in the kitchen as there are things in the world. Whether it is Goguryeo, the Turks, Tubo, Tuyuhun, Xue Yantuo, Tiele... or whales, tigers, giant sharks, hungry wolves, in the melting pot of the great Tang, they can all be cooked into exquisite delicacies... With the addition of Li Zhi, Wu Zhao, Changsun Wuji, Chu Suiliang, Li Ji, Cheng Yaojin and other extraordinary seasonings, there will always be something that makes you unforgettable in terms of color, aroma, and taste. Yun Chu hopes to have a seat of his own at such a luxurious feast! Now, the delicious food has been cooked to perfection - Yun Chu spreads out the napkin, picks up the deer carving knife, closes his eyes slightly, and prepares to enjoy an unprecedented great meal to satisfy his hungry stomach.

280.02 Million words | 2021-02-05 16:26Update

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The First Empire of China Fiction
The First Empire of China

I was reborn, but surprisingly, I didn't get any chance to cheat. Aside from the knowledge I gained at the military academy, all I have left is practical experience in the army. The Eight-Nation Alliance is here? Let's see who can outshine whom. What? You have the advantage in numbers? Sorry, we've long stopped playing the numbers game! We build guns, cannons, and airplanes! We shoot guns, fire cannons, and fly planes!

404.69 Million words | 2020-07-27 15:59Update

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Son-in-Law Fiction
Son-in-Law

In the waning years of the Wuchao Dynasty, the world was in chaos. The Jin and Liao dynasties were at odds, and the situation was turbulent. After a century of humiliation, the first glimmer of dawn for an end finally emerged. Emperor Tianzuo, Wanyan Aguda, Wu Qimai, Genghis Khan Temujin, Jamukha, Jebe, Subutai, Muqali, Borhu, Borchu, Qin Hui, Yue Fei, Li Geng, Zhong Shidao, Tang Ke, Wu Min, Geng Nanzhong, and Zhang Bangchang engaged in a battle of loyal ministers and treacherous courtiers, heroes and villains. The barbarians descended from the north, with millions of cavalry pounding at Yanmen Pass. The land fell, and countless lives were devastated. A nation and its people were tormented for a century, their struggle and humiliation. At the very beginning, within the city of Jiangning, hidden undercurrents surged. In this unassuming merchant's family, a frivolous son-in-law lived an irresponsible life, only concerned with eating and watching performances.

593.95 Million words | 2020-10-11 01:42Update

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Countless charming figures Fiction
Countless charming figures

In the second year of the Yonglong era of the Great Zhou Dynasty, a flourishing era conceals underlying concerns. The nobles and officials are adorned with colorful attire, while civil and military officers face the fiery trials. Internal strife between factions persist both in the north and south, while external threats loom on the nine borders. This is both the best and the worst of times. The key lies in how one navigates through it. With courage and perseverance, watch me embrace a resolute and elegant path, striving to change the course of the heavens! This is a historical narrative that nurtures the political environment, and I ask for your support, my friends. Join the loyal readers' group of Rui Gen for discussions and updates.

814.36 Million words | 2021-09-24 02:31Update

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Journey of Illusions Fiction
Journey of Illusions

Li Qiang, a successful businessman with assets worth tens of millions, was betrayed by his girlfriend and best friend, causing him to become angry and hurt others. Just when he was in despair, a mysterious figure named Fu Shan used true qi to transform Li Qiang into a tall and handsome young man, leading him on a journey through the stars from Earth to Mars. As they entered an ancient teleportation array to travel to the "Sealing Fate Star," due to the interference of Hua Mei Niang, Li Qiang was transported alone to an unknown planet, embarking on a thrilling and mysterious journey of wonder.

159.77 Million words | 2022-01-14 18:33Update

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Epitome of elegance and nobility Fiction
Epitome of elegance and nobility

He originally was a Peking Opera actor, but after crossing over to the era of the Ming Dynasty's Zhengde Emperor, he becomes an hereditary Jin Yiwei. Witness the Jin Yiwei's swift horses clad in fresh attire, as their embroidered spring sabers are unsheathed, illuminating the world with a chilling radiance.

214.47 Million words | 2021-08-25 23:06Update

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Soviet Union 1991 Fiction
Soviet Union 1991

The tyrant of iron and blood, the fortress of Eastern Europe, the savior of the Soviets, the master of Constantinople, the restorer of the Third Rome, the new Tsar of the North, the nightmare of Chechnya, the meat grinder of the free world, and the leader of the red regime, General Secretary Gennady Ivanovich Yanaev. (Inner signature approved, group number: )

314.14 Million words | 2021-12-13 18:59Update

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Spring in the Red Chamber Fiction
Spring in the Red Chamber

In the fifth year of Long'an, Jia Qiang, who was known as the Second, fled the den of tigers and wolves in Ningguo Mansion at the risk of his life to maintain his innocence. From then on, he embraced the spring in the world of the Red Chamber...

451.34 Million words | 2022-09-23 19:21Update

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Unrivaled genius. Fiction
Unrivaled genius.

"Unparalleled in the Country" is another glorious era, a world of heroes and tyrants, scoundrels and villains. It is a forgotten history, as well as a condensed recollection. I am looking forward to it because I did not live in that era. Blood for Blood. If you think "Unparalleled in the Country" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and on Weibo!

413.99 Million words | 2021-07-08 20:28Update

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A private soldier in the late Ming Dynasty border defense force Fiction
A private soldier in the late Ming Dynasty border defense force

In the third month of the seventh year of Chongzhen, there was a severe drought in Shanxi and Shaanxi, with thousands of miles of barren land and widespread famine. In the fourth month, Li Zicheng entered Henan and joined forces with Zhang Xianzhong to capture Chengcheng. In the seventh month, the Later Jin army besieged Xuanfu, looting Datong, and many border fortresses were lost. The Ming Dynasty faced internal troubles and external threats, in a state of instability. In July of that year, Wang Dou unexpectedly arrived in the Ming Dynasty and became an ordinary soldier stationed in Shunxiangbao, a fortress in Xuanfu. ※※※ [Rankings of the military in Xuanfu Garrison, Ming Dynasty: Soldier, Sergeant, Squad Leader, Defense, Integrity, Security, Guerrilla, Deputy General, Vice General, Commander.]

348.26 Million words | 2022-02-12 07:50Update

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Our World War Fiction
Our World War

In the turbulent times of the remodeled Ming Dynasty, which had undergone countless trials and tribulations, a group of passionate individuals wrote a stirring and tear-jerking epic in the midst of a new world war, fighting for their motherland. This was a war like no other, a war that belonged to us.

374.46 Million words | 2020-11-06 18:27Update

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Bullet Marks Fiction
Bullet Marks

Served in the military, stood guard, had a debut and joined the party.

134.16 Million words | 2022-10-14 03:18Update

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My servant in the Tang Dynasty is Li Shimin. Fiction
My servant in the Tang Dynasty is Li Shimin.

【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

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Small warlord Fiction
Small warlord

In 1908, a turbulent time began; insignificant warlords flourished like fish in water. Wang Hengyue never dreamed that he would inexplicably travel back in time for a package of counterfeit goods. Well, since fate arranged it this way, there must be a reason. Being a small warlord isn't so bad when you think about it. In my domain, I call the shots! Rong County's independence, leading the way for national independence, that's what I did! Breaking through Chengdu and establishing the "Great Han Sichuan Military Government," that's also my doing! The second revolution, protecting the nation and upholding the law, broadcasting nationwide, achieving Sichuan's independence, that's still my doing. To be precise, it was my meticulous planning behind the scenes!

334.10 Million words | 2020-08-07 18:57Update

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Dragon Rises in the South Seas Fiction
Dragon Rises in the South Seas

In the mid-19th century, China began to decline under the invasion of the West! The ironclad warships and powerful cannons of the foreign powers forced open the country's doors, while opium plundered the wealth of the people, leaving the nation in despair! Dr. Long Yufei, a scholar with expertise in mechanics and metallurgy, returned to late Qing China from the Southeast Asia. He rose to power, overthrowing the Manchu dynasty, and boarded the last train of colonial expansion, leading to the rejuvenation of the nation! Long soared in the Southeast Asia, dominating the seas, and ultimately bringing an end to the era of sailing ships!

306.47 Million words | 2021-03-24 07:27Update

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Red Alert: Somalia Fiction
Red Alert: Somalia

Li Lan mysteriously arrived in Somalia, possessing the creator of all miracles - the Red Alert Base Vehicle. Thus, a storm silently formed, sweeping across the Earth. Li Lan: "Besides continuously creating miracles, my existence is to challenge the world order!" Obama: "We must strengthen our military presence in the Indian Ocean, especially in the Gulf of Aden. A carrier battle group is definitely not enough." Sarkozy: "In order to ensure regional peace and stability, we must send troops to Somalia, overthrow the terrorist-leaning regime, and establish a pro-Western government." Putin: "We have gained another object to win over, which will help Russia increase its presence in the Gulf of Aden." Chinese leader: "Please exercise restraint and believe in the brand-new government of Somalia. They will certainly completely resolve the region's peace issue." Hua Li: "We need everything - the Apocalypse Control Device, nuclear missile silos, aircraft carriers, Apocalypse tanks, Black Hawk fighter jets... not one can be missing."

388.45 Million words | 2020-07-06 17:19Update

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Return to the Paleolithic Age. Fiction
Return to the Paleolithic Age.

Humans haven't gained control of the world yet. Beasts roam in the forest. The tail of the ice age still ravages the globe. The wound is open, with no tetanus shot available. Even if bitten by a rabid dog, it's uncertain if the "transformation" will be complete. Feeling too cold and wanting to wear a tiger fur coat? Haha, buddy, find a sheep instead. If you don't want to dedicate yourself to art and become the first human ice sculpture in history, then please don't go out in winter. There's no house to live in, no fire to use. This is the frigid darkness of 1.8 million years ago, the Paleolithic era! Wang Yang, an ordinary college student, is reborn here...

132.67 Million words | 2022-12-10 15:40Update

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Changning Emperor's military Fiction
Changning Emperor's military

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

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The God of War in the Resistance against Japan Fiction
The God of War in the Resistance against Japan

Among the many time travelers, there is no one who is the unluckiest, only those who are even unluckier. Yang Zhen, a soldier who was forced to leave the military after being framed by the Japanese, returns to a war-torn era in a plane crash, only to find himself possessing a Japanese prisoner of war. Along with other prisoners, he becomes a test subject in the notorious Japanese army unit, known only by the code name Maluda. Witnessing the brutality of the Japanese army, he rises up in rebellion. Leading his fellow prisoners, they completely destroy this demonic fortress. After their success, he leads his comrades in a guerrilla warfare in the mountains and rivers. Under the relentless pursuit of the Japanese army, they grow stronger and finally form a formidable anti-Japanese iron army, achieving ultimate victory after eight years of resistance.

598.94 Million words | 2021-05-03 02:16Update

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My wife is the Empress. Fiction
My wife is the Empress.

As the only man in Zuoyue Tower, Yang Chen felt a lot of pressure. "By judging the clothes I wash, Sister Li has gained two pounds, Sister Wang has lost some weight, and can we please not let Sister Ma wear such revealing clothes? It puts a lot of pressure on me when I do the laundry." Yang Chen had to report his work every day, just like a brothel owner. Besides that, he had to remain faithful. "Yang Chen, come to my bed tonight!" "Let me kiss you, Sister!" "Remember, don't hide, tonight you're mine." ... Group number: , only for paying users. Seeking copyright cooperation, please contact the group and mention it.

479.74 Million words | 2023-03-02 14:28Update

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