Alternative historical fiction is a captivating genre that transports readers to parallel worlds where history has taken a different turn. It offers a unique blend of imagination and historical accuracy, making it the perfect choice for those who love to explore the "what-ifs" of the past. In this article, we will delve into some of the most intriguing alternative historical fiction novels and authors, as well as recommend websites where you can find more remarkable works. One highly acclaimed alternative historical fiction novel is "The Man in the High Castle" by Philip K. Dick. Set in a post-World War II United States, the story imagines a world where the Axis powers emerged victorious. This thought-provoking book delves into the complexity of human nature and the potential consequences of altered historical events. Another must-read in this genre is "11/22/63" by Stephen King. This gripping novel transports readers to a startling version of America, where the protagonist discovers a portal that leads to the past. Tasked with preventing the assassination of President John F. Kennedy, this alternative history offers a thrilling blend of suspense and meticulous historical detail. For those interested in ancient history, "The Gates of Rome" by Conn Iggulden is an excellent choice. This novel portrays a divergent Roman Empire, where Gaius Julius Caesar survives his assassination, forever changing the course of history. Iggulden's compelling writing style and thorough research make this book both entertaining and educational. If you are searching for a reputable website to discover more alternative historical fiction novels, Goodreads is an excellent platform to explore. With its vast community of book lovers, you can find detailed reviews, recommendations, and discussions about this genre. The "Alternative History" section on Goodreads will provide you with a wide range of novels to choose from, ensuring you never run out of captivating stories. Another valuable resource for alternative historical fiction enthusiasts is "LibraryThing." This website allows you to catalog your personal library, connect with other readers, and discover new books. By participating in groups dedicated to alternative historical fiction, you can engage in lively conversations, share your favorite novels, and expand your reading list. In conclusion, alternative historical fiction offers an enthralling blend of imagination and historical events, allowing readers to explore captivating "what-if" scenarios. From "The Man in the High Castle" by Philip K. Dick to "The Gates of Rome" by Conn Iggulden, there are countless remarkable novels to discover in this genre. By utilizing platforms like Goodreads and LibraryThing, you can indulge in your passion for alternative historical fiction and connect with like-minded readers. So, pick up a book, immerse yourself in a different version of history, and let your imagination soar.
【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
Qing's new book "Strategy for the Han Dynasty" has been officially uploaded. Just by looking at the book title, you already know the content and style...
190.44 Million words | 2021-08-19 22:20Update
Luo Zhao crossed over and became the younger brother of King Wu of Zhou, Ji Fa. He was entrusted with the regency and from the end of the Shang Dynasty to the beginning of the Zhou Dynasty, he established his own family. Throughout the rotations of dynasties, the lineage has been passed down continuously. "The Luo family has lasted until today, spanning more than 2,300 years. Starting from the regency of the founding ancestor, Su Wang Zhao, there were nine regents who all returned the governance to the king."
189.06 Million words | 2023-04-15 12:39Update
Three emperors died in succession, and an unnoticed prince inexplicably ascended the throne, finding himself surrounded by danger. The Empress Dowager disliked him, constantly wanting to install a younger and more obedient emperor in his place. His half-brothers resented him, believing he had taken their rightful throne. The eunuchs and palace maids also despised him, thinking he was not fit to be a true emperor... The juvenile emperor had no choice but to save himself.
182.74 Million words | 2020-08-09 08:21Update
One morning, Ye Feng woke up in the body of a young child who had been abandoned by his parents. He found himself in the Kingdom of Wei, under the bright sun. Despite being a novice monk, he continued his journey in this new life. When he came down from the mountain, Ye Feng led the villagers to prosperity and a well-off life. He also dedicated himself to helping women and children who had been kidnapped, guiding them back home. Under his influence, the Kingdom of Wei enacted a comprehensive law against human trafficking, imposing severe punishment on traffickers. Nationwide campaigns were launched to raise awareness and knowledge about combating human trafficking. The search network system was further improved, ultimately achieving the goal of a "world without kidnapping". Eventually, Ye Feng also found his own biological parents, and they joyfully reunited as a family.
172.94 Million words | 2022-12-28 09:21Update
In the second year of the Great Jin Dynasty, Prince Dai, who had just recovered from a serious illness, arrived in Chang'an City. He flipped through history books and finally came to a conclusion: this was a dynasty unfamiliar to him, but possibly a dynasty he was familiar with. With the emperor's order to conquer Goguryeo, Baekje, and Korea, and the construction of the Grand Canal, as well as a series of national policies to pacify the south, he seemed to grasp something... an alternative history! Please don't take it as fact, thank you all! Regular group.
169.21 Million words | 2022-11-14 04:27Update
Ordinary college student Fang Zheng crossed over, into the body of a wealthy and idle young master in ancient times. He didn't want to change this world, only wanted to live his life as a wealthy young master. But being too outstanding is also a kind of sin, and because of his arrival, this world quietly changed. Witness how the protagonist, in this unique time-travel plot, embarks on a comical and amusing ancient life. This book has a light-hearted (or you could say humorous) style, without grandeur or pretense. Readers can confidently read it without worry. (This book has successfully completed, and a new urban novel "Super Grassroots Prince" has been published. Please collect and recommend, thank you everyone!)
167.88 Million words | 2020-07-08 01:38Update
【Short Version 1】: Rather bear the blame than put it on others. 【Short Version 2】: I will take care of your wife, don't worry about her. ... As the wheel of history turns, sometimes the front wheel stops while the back wheel takes over - causing things to go off track. Wu Fan finds himself transported to a parallel universe, five hundred years after history was altered by Dong Zhuo. It's now the era of the Sui Dynasty and he is unfortunately a low-ranking official known as a "palace eagle dog". Thus begins his story. PS: (50 updates on the first day of release, are you ready?) PS: The previous summary was too long, here's a new one.
167.30 Million words | 2022-01-13 07:09Update
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
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
Wu Wei, a college student majoring in landscape design, unexpectedly passed away and reincarnated into the body of a farmer's child in the Iron Age. In order to change his fate, he joined the military as a common soldier. Starting from the bottom, he never shrank back in the face of various difficulties, knowing that no matter the era, one could only rely on oneself.
153.21 Million words | 2023-01-20 21:56Update
Researcher Jiang Feng accidentally stranded on a deserted island, cultivating crops while waiting for rescue. One year later, three men dressed in ancient attire broke into the island. Old Li: Let's be honest, I am the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty! Old Sun: Well, I'll be honest too, I'm not Old Sun, I am Zhang Sun Wuji! Old Du: I'll be honest as well, I am Du Ruhui! Jiang Feng: When in doubt, quantum mechanics, I also know it. So, here's the truth, I am...!
146.59 Million words | 2021-05-10 19:34Update
He, a humble illegitimate child with a mysterious background, a young man who has achieved great success in the business world for ten years, a lazy person who is indifferent to fame and fortune. In his previous life, he was alone with no one to rely on; in this life, he is born into a prestigious royal family, surrounded by beautiful wives. In the ever-changing dynasty, where the struggle for the throne is intense and the court is filled with intrigue, what path should this lazy person take? From the renowned historical writer Gao Yue, who has brought us "The Great Tang Dynasty," "Noble Families," and "The World," comes another spectacular masterpiece. With Gao Yue's five-year track record of consistent updates, this book is bound to be just as exciting.
138.78 Million words | 2023-06-06 12:45Update
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
Feeling overwhelmed by life's pressures? Then become a depraved ruler! Getting judged during job hunt? Then become a depraved ruler! Suffering under an exploitative boss? Then become a depraved ruler! Can't afford skyrocketing housing prices? Then become a depraved ruler! No money to date? Then become a depraved ruler! Stocks plummeting? Then become a depraved ruler! Wife forbidding smoking? Then become a depraved ruler! Our slogan is: as an emperor, do whatever you want as the greatest depraved ruler in history. Support is needed for our new book.
125.88 Million words | 2023-03-05 21:59Update
Yang Zhi crossed over to the chaotic world of the Great Xia Dynasty and became the foolish son of a villainous merchant. His greatest life goal was to seek peace and prosperity amidst the turbulent times! As you, esteemed readers, indulge in the thrilling and captivating reading experience, I hope to bring a smile to your faces effortlessly! My new book, "Zhan Ge," has been released and I believe its quality is no less than this book. The link for recommendations is provided below. Your support is greatly appreciated!
122.58 Million words | 2023-03-08 12:17Update
The bloody and savage Eastern conquest of the twelve major races. A journey of training in the vast grass sea of the wild East. The first human to practice the ancient shamanic martial arts. A radiant warrior clad in mysterious battle armor. The love and hatred, affection and enmity of the battlefield sons and daughters. The tears and war songs of iron-blooded brothers. I will plant my conquering flags throughout this land, and there shall be only one voice in this world. I am who I am, unbeatable in battle, invincible in attack, the mightiest warlord. ("Invincible War Criminal" renamed to "Mightiest Warlord." Thank you.)
121.76 Million words | 2022-07-22 22:10Update
Reborn in the Great Ming Dynasty, activating the check-in system. Equipped with a "sharp tool," Su Jing only wants to be a wealthy landlord. Unexpectedly, Lao Zhu is just too "good" to the merchants. W
115.30 Million words | 2020-08-16 02:48Update
Liu Bian: "Strive for excellence, govern with high aspirations, and uphold Confucianism, to revive the prosperity of the Han dynasty for hundreds of years! Under the heavens, there shall be no land not ruled by the rightful king. His orders will be followed without question, by none other than Dong, Cao, Zhang..." Dong Zhuo: "Watch your words, OP!" Cao Cao: "+" Zhang Huang: "+!"
105.99 Million words | 2021-06-23 17:02Update
She once experienced the Battle of Changping and witnessed the massacre of hundreds of thousands of people. She led the Great Qin Iron Cavalry and competed with the Six States for dominance over the world. She witnessed the division of the world into three parts, and the shattering of mountains and rivers. She also heard the melodic sound of the Lu Zhongqin. During the prosperous era of Zhenguan, she indulged in the present with a single intoxication. How did that eternal empress remain youthful? She galloped with a fresh robe and a furious horse, and also wore a feather fan and a silk headdress. She worked as a farmer in the countryside and taught as a scholar. But no one knows that such a person has lived for two thousand years. Well, this is a relatively light-hearted and relaxing historical text because of personal reasons, it may not completely conform to history and withstand rigorous scrutiny. However, I will do my best to research and write the material comprehensively. It's my first time writing this kind of article, so I hope to make it more interesting, haha. Lastly, be cautious when transforming, embrace the single life. Reader group: Second Group: Support Group:
102.70 Million words | 2023-06-16 00:08Update
I, Yu Zhiqian, would rather die in poverty, starve to death, and be degraded to a commoner than become an emperor!
101.85 Million words | 2023-05-10 12:06Update
