free online historical fiction books

If you're an avid reader and a fan of historical fiction, you're in luck! There are numerous websites that offer free online historical fiction books, allowing you to immerse yourself in intriguing stories set in a variety of time periods. In this article, we'll explore some of the best sources for finding and reading historical fiction online.

1. Project Gutenberg (www.gutenberg.org) - Project Gutenberg is a renowned digital library that offers over 60,000 free eBooks, including a vast collection of historical fiction. You can easily browse their extensive catalog by searching for specific authors or titles, or by filtering the genre to historical fiction.

2. ManyBooks (www.manybooks.net) - ManyBooks provides an extensive collection of free eBooks, including a rich selection of historical fiction. Their user-friendly website allows you to search by author, title, or genre, making it effortless to find your next historical adventure.

3. Librivox (www.librivox.org) - Librivox is a unique platform that offers free audiobooks of public domain works. They have a dedicated section for historical fiction, allowing you to listen to captivating stories while on the go or simply relaxing at home.

4. Open Library (www.openlibrary.org) - Open Library is an open, editable library catalog that includes millions of free eBooks. Their historical fiction section is filled with classics and lesser-known gems, giving you a wide range of options to choose from.

Now that you have some reliable sources for free online historical fiction books, let's delve into a few highly recommended novels and their authors:

1. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell - This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is an American classic set during the American Civil War and Reconstruction era. It follows the life of Scarlett O'Hara, a strong-willed Southern belle, as she navigates love, loss, and the changing societal landscape.

2. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett - Set in 12th-century England, this epic tale revolves around the construction of a cathedral in the town of Kingsbridge. With its intricate plot, well-developed characters, and vivid historical details, it's a must-read for any historical fiction enthusiast.

3. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel - This Booker Prize-winning novel offers a unique perspective on Tudor England and the rise of Thomas Cromwell. As Henry VIII's chief minister, Cromwell maneuvers through the treacherous political landscape, showcasing the intense power struggles of the time.

By using the aforementioned websites and exploring these recommended novels, you can dive headfirst into the captivating world of free online historical fiction. So, grab your favorite device, settle into a cozy reading nook, and prepare to be transported to different eras and unforgettable stories. Happy reading!
The Emperor Reigns Over the World in the Three Kingdoms. Fiction
The Emperor Reigns Over the World in the Three Kingdoms.

Ye Yuan, a college student majoring in modern history, unexpectedly reincarnates into the fifth son of Liu Shan, the Northern King Liu Chen, during the late period of the Three Kingdoms. In his previous life, he heard about Liu Chen's unwavering loyalty and his family's suicide in the Zhaolie Temple, and felt deeply regretful. Now, having obtained the opportunity to revive the prestige of the Great Han, he naturally refuses to accept the fate of dying and dissipating into nothingness. Sima Shi, Sima Zhao? What a joke! Destroy them! Let's see how Ye Yuan, armed with his knowledge of history, manipulates the Shu Han and turns the tide in the Three Kingdoms!

578.42 Million words | 2020-10-27 19:55Update

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The Last Imperial Scholar of the Ming Dynasty Fiction
The Last Imperial Scholar of the Ming Dynasty

What is culture? It is the foundation inherited by a nation, the lifeblood upon which a nation relies for survival. Born in turbulent times, facing foreign invasions, let's witness how the last Imperial Examination scholar of the Ming Dynasty strives to turn the tide and save the last remnants of Han Chinese heritage.

546.17 Million words | 2023-04-03 13:41Update

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The Rise and Fall of My Lord during the Southern Song Dynasty Fiction
The Rise and Fall of My Lord during the Southern Song Dynasty

After the fall of Yaoshan, there was no China; after the demise of the Ming Dynasty, there was no Huaxia. In a twist of fate, special forces instructor Wu Shaogang traveled back to the late Southern Song Dynasty. At this moment, the imperial court of Southern Song was surrounded by the Mongolian invaders, and corrupt officials held sway internally. The situation was dire, and the empire was on the brink of collapse. Amidst the vast land, the question arose: Who will determine the rise and fall? Wu Shaogang's answer was: I shall determine the rise and fall.

161.41 Million words | 2022-01-01 23:37Update

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My leader Fiction
My leader

Germany - she either questions the world or beats the world. A modern German fanatic travels back in time to 1937, inhabiting the body of Zhang Jun, a German-Chinese. Under the instigation of the Führer, everyone falls into hysterical frenzy. The once wise, rational, and loyal Germans fail to see the existence of crisis, willingly boarding the thundering war machine of the Führer, marching towards hell without regret. My Führer, what can I do to save you? Honor, sacrifice, valor, loyalty, German soldiers, what can I do to save you? What can I do to save the enigmatic Germany, trapped in both external coldness and internal fervor, filled with arrogance, conceit, fanaticism, bravery, sincerity, rigidity, seriousness, strictness, diligence, and introspection? If you, dear readers, find "My Führer" to be enjoyable, please remember to recommend it to your friends in QQ groups and on Weibo!

521.16 Million words | 2021-02-28 21:57Update

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Transcending the Heartless Princess Fiction
Transcending the Heartless Princess

"Miss Yao Qingqing, the young lady of the Yao family, tore the imperial edict in front of everyone in the Golden Palace... In the capital city, every street and alley were buzzing with discussions. Everyone knew that Yao Qingqing, the lazy and gluttonous young lady of the Yao family, had no talent in music, chess, calligraphy,

56.13 Million words | 2022-10-19 05:13Update

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Holy Tang Dynasty. Fiction
Holy Tang Dynasty.

Mei Tianlang, a narcotics police officer, was injured in the head and traveled back to the Tang Dynasty, becoming the only descendant of the usurper Yuwen Huaji, a figure never recorded in history. He discovered that the Tang Dynasty he found himself in had significant differences from what he knew. Was it due to historical inaccuracies or the influence of his time travel? In his early days, he encountered a Turkic invasion at the Wei River, leading to

155.81 Million words | 2020-08-09 04:24Update

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Han Dynasty's decline and fall Fiction
Han Dynasty's decline and fall

Tired of the funny scenes with shaking bodies and people coming from all directions! Why not savor the exquisite and beautiful storytelling? There are passionate dreams of Three Kingdoms heroes, as well as the gallant and courageous style of chivalrous young men! The unpredictable situation at the end of the Han Dynasty, the magnificent warlords' wars; the grandeur of intellect ruling the world! A genuine reflection of people's hardships and suffering. This is what he wants to present, different from the ordinary struggle for dominance!

77.64 Million words | 2022-07-27 02:48Update

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Song Dynasty Fiction
Song Dynasty

He is a prince, but his noble status restricts him. The court is constantly embroiled in power struggles, with factions of both the scheming and the righteous, the Empress Dowager's party and the Emperor's party, the royal family and the literati, the civil officials and the military generals, the Eastern army and the Western army. Outside, the Western Xia and the Liao Dynasty are watching closely. Let's see how he breaks free from his shackles and rises with his sword! Zhao Rang: "History is not just about the Han Dynasty! There's also the Song Dynasty!" —— A new work by Mùmù! Let's revisit the prosperous Great Song Dynasty, and feel the extraordinary Iron-Blooded Song Dynasty! If you think "Imperial Song" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and on Weibo!

527.42 Million words | 2022-07-17 17:54Update

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Dragon Soul Special Operations Team Fiction
Dragon Soul Special Operations Team

The captain of the Special Forces arrived in 1917 and personally created the Special Forces, waving the Reaper's scythe to destroy all the Japanese military's strengths, causing the invaders' corpses to pile up like mountains and fertilize the fertile land of China, becoming a permanent nightmare for the Japanese military. Wherever the Dragon Soul went, rivers of blood flowed and the land of China trembled in fear. Blood dried up, tears ran dry, national hatred, family feuds, and the disgrace of the country, who will bring peace, killing the Japanese aggressors, putting an end to the blood shame, the loyal souls will endure for eternity... The wrath of the Divine Dragon showcases the might of Huaxia - Dragon Soul Special Operations Team. Please move to the new book~ "Crazy Martial City"

304.63 Million words | 2022-10-23 15:55Update

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Young Official in the Tang Dynasty Fiction
Young Official in the Tang Dynasty

Wu Zetian ascended to the throne. In the ancient city of Luoyang a thousand years ago, the vibrant peonies bloomed in bright red, and the morning sun rose, shedding countless rays of light. Beneath the prosperity, concealed were the bloody battles that unfolded time and time again. Qin Shaoyou arrived, and then he smiled: "Give me a vegetable knife, and I can conquer the world."

185.55 Million words | 2022-02-23 04:07Update

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Rebirth: Wu Dalang's Mastery in the Song Dynasty Fiction
Rebirth: Wu Dalang's Mastery in the Song Dynasty

The underworld leader, Wu Zhi, transformed into Wu Dalang, presenting a series of stories that are either touching or passionate. The iron-blooded manor, the deep-seated enmity between Song and Liao, an exhilarating life, and the arrival of a captivating beauty! Please enjoy "The Epic of the Mighty Prince Wu Zhi of the Song Dynasty"! This work contains references to historical facts, but it should not be considered a strict alternate history.

584.27 Million words | 2021-07-21 18:44Update

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Become the Reigning Tea Master in Tokyo. Fiction
Become the Reigning Tea Master in Tokyo.

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

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Rebirth of the Gang Leader in the Kanto Region Fiction
Rebirth of the Gang Leader in the Kanto Region

Qi Tian, a special forces soldier from the Hua Xia Shen Yang Military Region, went on a mission and perished alongside foreign mercenaries at the border of Bai Tou Mountain. Rewinding time, he is reborn at the foot of Bai Tou Mountain as a hunter with the same name. In this chaotic world, Qi Tian, who possesses the family's inherited sword skills, relies on cold weapons and vows to clash with firearms. In an era plagued by warlords and rampant banditry, the young Qi Tian emerges from Bai Tou Mountain and embarks on

70.04 Million words | 2021-09-04 20:51Update

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The Biography of Wei Zeng Fiction
The Biography of Wei Zeng

In a chaotic world where everyone suffers, a young boy refuses to be at the mercy of fate and embarks on a path of pursuit. In his youth, he experiences true emotions, heartbreak, and relentless pursuit, only to gain and lose it all. Through bitter and sweet experiences, the boy matures into adulthood. He competes for the world, with boundless passion, sweeping away the formidable, singing proudly across the vast land, until he reaches the pinnacle of life. With the passage of time, as history changes and prosperity fades, only a mournful song remains. After experiencing the ups and downs of life, the boy is no longer young. It is at this moment that he finally understands that the true meaning of life lies in sincerity.

124.76 Million words | 2022-06-10 17:10Update

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The Chronicle of Emperor Qin Fiction
The Chronicle of Emperor Qin

Emperor Qin sweeps the six realms, his tiger eyes gleaming with dominance! Brandishing his sword, he dispels the fleeting clouds, and all vassals come from the west. With keen judgment bestowed by heaven, he leads his great talents... To be reincarnated as anyone would be fine, but why did I have to be reincarnated as the miserable Qin bastard? Who is this Qin bastard, you ask? He is none other than the father of Emperor Qin Shi Huang! I don't want to pick up the pieces left by Lü Buwei, I don't want to be

218.02 Million words | 2022-10-23 14:48Update

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Wu Tang Conquest Fiction
Wu Tang Conquest

Thief heavens, you actually made me become the son of Wu Zetian! Bah, I have my own strategy, why fear the Wutang faction! Lying drunk and reckless, singing boldly, I laugh as I watch the beautiful woman in her red sleeves. For a time, so many heroes, all fall into my trap. With my five-horse carriage and luxurious fur coat, all I desire is to plot a drunken scheme in the Zhangtai mansion, wielding my sword and pointing towards the Palace of Penglai from a distance.

239.00 Million words | 2021-07-10 04:13Update

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She is naturally charming. Fiction
She is naturally charming.

"I originally intended to lead a simple and content life, but she was naturally seductive. When the Prince of Jin visited Yangzhou incognito, he brought back a captivating beauty. She was sweet and tender, captivating in her beauty and charm. Whenever she sweetly and seductively addressed him as 'Your Highness', even his cold and stern heart would be melted by her. But eventually, she became spoiled by his favors, always acting like a diva and treating him disrespectfully. All he could do was sigh helplessly and say, 'Of course, I have indulged her too much!' This is the sweet story of a drama queen and a dark-hearted prince."

131.17 Million words | 2023-04-18 11:00Update

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Ming Tiger Minister Fiction
Ming Tiger Minister

A time-traveler with the "Banner of Command," a son renowned in future generations as a fearless hero. How will he ignite a frenzy of passion during the late Ming Dynasty? How will he trample upon those dissatisfying individuals in this turbulent era? If you desire to witness blood boiling with passion and a time-traveler who ignores rules, look no further than "The Great Ming Tiger Minister"!

98.01 Million words | 2020-08-25 00:25Update

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Reborn as the Phoenix: The Rebirth of a Common Girl and Her Road to Success Fiction
Reborn as the Phoenix: The Rebirth of a Common Girl and Her Road to Success

Reborn as the Phoenix: The Rebirth of a Common Girl and Her Road to Success, written by Shan You Fusu, falls under the category of urban youth novels. It is a complete work with millions of words and hundreds of chapters.

111.07 Million words | 2022-07-05 21:41Update

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Flag of the Dragon Hero Fiction
Flag of the Dragon Hero

Two mercenaries traverse to a planet in a remote galaxy with both Qi energy and magical civilization, and a series of stories unfold... "Qingniu Town is my second home, but due to conflict, I left my second home and wandered to Daqing Mountain. Daqing Mountain became my third home, but because of war, I left my third home and wandered to Dandong Mountain. In my life, Dandong Mountain became my fourth home. However, due to war, I had to leave my fourth home and embark on another journey..." "In my eyes, there are no different races in this world, only evildoers. Whoever stirs up chaos, incites war, ruins my beauty, and takes away my well-being, they are evildoers, and I will fight them to the end..." Author's self-evaluation: This is a literary work that combines elements of military, economy, culture, philosophy, and more, using the theme of time travel and cultivation. It contains wisdom for interpersonal relationships as well as governance and politics. Readers, please read with calmness and patience, and you will appreciate the unique flavor within.

457.84 Million words | 2021-04-26 20:27Update

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