English historical fiction is a captivating genre that transports readers to different eras in English history, allowing them to explore the past through the lens of engaging narratives. Whether you're a fan of Tudor intrigue, medieval battles, or Victorian romance, there are countless novels that bring these periods to life. In this article, we will delve into some recommended English historical fiction novels, prominent authors in the genre, and websites where you can discover more. One highly acclaimed English historical fiction novel is "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel. Set during the reign of Henry VIII, this gripping story follows Thomas Cromwell's rise to power in the Tudor court. Mantel's rich storytelling and meticulous research earned her widespread praise and multiple awards, making "Wolf Hall" a must-read for fans of this genre. Another noteworthy novel is "Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett. This epic tale takes place in medieval England and revolves around the construction of a magnificent cathedral against a backdrop of political turmoil and personal conflicts. Follett's masterful storytelling and attention to historical detail make "Pillars of the Earth" a beloved choice for readers seeking immersive English historical fiction. If you enjoy Victorian-era stories, "The Crimson Petal and the White" by Michel Faber is an excellent choice. Set in 1870s London, this novel offers a gritty and nuanced portrayal of a young prostitute named Sugar, who aspires to a better life. Faber's vivid descriptions and compelling character development make this book a standout in the genre. When it comes to prominent authors in English historical fiction, Philippa Gregory deserves special mention. Her novels, such as "The Other Boleyn Girl" and "The White Queen," have captivated readers with their intimate portrayals of influential women in English history. Gregory's meticulous research combined with her ability to make historical figures relatable has garnered her a devoted fan base. To discover more English historical fiction novels and engage with fellow enthusiasts, websites like Goodreads and Historical Novel Society provide comprehensive lists, reviews, and forums. Goodreads, in particular, offers personalized recommendations based on your reading preferences and allows you to connect with like-minded readers. In conclusion, English historical fiction offers a fascinating journey through time, immersing readers in the rich tapestry of England's history. Whether you're interested in the Tudor dynasty, medieval England, or the Victorian era, there are numerous novels and talented authors to explore within this genre. So grab a cup of tea, settle into your favorite reading nook, and let these captivating stories transport you to a bygone era.
【Editor's Highly Recommended】"The girl need not guard, I am just a blind man." Initially, he only wanted to survive and grow. Little did he know that he would encounter w along the way.
67.80 Million words | 2022-06-10 14:32Update
One day, she crossed over and unexpectedly became the legitimate daughter of the Prime Minister's residence. Su Li Luo felt that she had really pulled off a great act! What? This legitimate daughter is ugly and useless? No way! How could she, a genius descendant of a prestigious medical family in the modern era, be so pathetic? Open a medical clinic, establish a tavern, embrace handsome men, and make a fortune; watch how Su Li Luo abuses scum and earns money, rising to the peak of life, becoming a rich and beautiful woman, and marrying a handsome prince who pretends to be a pig and devours tigers! "Princess, what should I do if I can't perform?" "It's okay, impotence is a disease, and Princess has the medicine!" Su Li Luo smiled brightly, but before she
144.29 Million words | 2023-03-06 04:22Update
Unrivaled in the world, renowned as the foremost warrior in the Three Kingdoms, General Lü Bu! A special thanks to fellow reader 'Bloody River' for providing a superfan book club: (Group 1). And a special thanks to fellow reader 'Bankrupt' for providing another superfan book club: (Group 2).
219.51 Million words | 2023-04-22 13:50Update
Transcending the end of the Han Dynasty and becoming the unrecognized son of Yuan Shao, I defy the heavens, change my destiny, and achieve a hegemony. With goddesses in my embrace and the enchanting beauty by my side, both stunning women and prosperous lands are abundant!
178.93 Million words | 2022-11-23 18:19Update
Modern loser Xiang Yun is reincarnated into the end of Eastern Han Dynasty. He unexpectedly rebirths in a bandit's lair, and engages in a battle of wits and bravery with Guan Hai, who has turned to a life of banditry. After cleverly escaping, they enter the city to seek help, but are constrained by Han laws. Xiang Yun has no choice but to head to the capital to plea his case. On the way, they encounter a mountain tiger, and in a critical moment, Xiang Yun is unexpectedly saved by the renowned warrior Xu Chu from the Three Kingdoms era. Xiang Yun cleverly forms a bond with Xu Chu and together they enter Luoyang to plea their case. On their return journey, they encounter Dian Wei, who angrily kills a local tyrant, and they save him. The three companions travel together, vanquish the mountain stronghold, and bestow benevolence and righteousness, establishing their names in the Eastern Han era. What? The Shu Han minister Xiang Lang is my brother? Xiang Chong is my nephew? Kuai Yue and Kuai Liang are my elder brother's good friends? Sima Hui is my teacher? Xiang Yun is pleasantly surprised. Then, what about Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong, and Xu Shu...my junior brothers? Wow haha...Three Kingdoms, here I come...Xiang Yun looks up to the sky and laughs uncontrollably...dreaming with drool...recruiting fierce generals, seizing territories. In this impassioned era, how will Xiang Yun make his choices? PS: This story is fantastical and purely fictional. Please do not imitate! QQ group: [omitted].
438.56 Million words | 2021-08-12 21:31Update
It is said that there are many rumors in front of the widow's door, but Yan Su feels that there are also many rumors in the backyard of the marquis's mansion. Dealing with troublesome concubines and avoiding conspiracies, she can't do without using tactics if she wants to survive. While Yan Su was focusing on dealing with various rumors in the backyard, she said, "Oh, Marquis, can you let go of your hands around me?" ********* Scene one: Yan Su grabbed her collar and looked guardedly at Marquis Shen in front of her. Marquis Shen raised an eyebrow, a smile playing at the corners of his eyes and lips. "Don't block me. Do you not remember who it was that sneaked under my bed to peep while I was bathing?" Scene two: Y
289.12 Million words | 2021-09-02 16:20Update
The book tells the story of Su Dongpo, a person who was difficult to change his nature and was an optimist; a moralist who sympathized with the sufferings of others; a prose writer; a painter in the new style; a great calligrapher; an experimenter in winemaking; an engineer; a dissenter against false Confucianism; a practitioner of yoga; a Buddhist; a scholar-official; a secretary to the emperor; a habitual drinker; a compassionate judge; a firm believer in his political beliefs; a wanderer under the moonlight; a poet; and a naturally humorous person who loved to make jokes. However, this is still not enough to fully describe Su Dongpo.
221.12 Million words | 2020-10-22 13:27Update
Border jungle, private garden, urban jungle, it's all the same, fierce as ever. Amazon river, a bit of a challenge. In the battle of the jungle, who can compete? Only me, the jungle war god. Author's custom tag: hot-blooded special forces.
66.39 Million words | 2022-08-05 09:49Update
The Ghost Team, a reformed group within the ruins, is a hunter force lurking in the dark world, instilling fear with their formidable combat capabilities. The SAS special forces and Delta Force DBOYs are only suitable as their subordinates, while the Cavalry and Marine Reconnaissance Force are only qualified to guard their headquarters. Captain Long Yun of the Ghost Team said, "Our target is not humans, but gods!" Customized author tags: Dragon's comeback, Special Forces, Iron and Blood.
412.28 Million words | 2023-06-09 12:30Update
In the flourishing days of the Kaiyuan era, countless households were hidden in the small town. With rice flowing with oil and millet as white as snow, both public and private granaries were abundantly filled. In the fourth year of the Kaiyuan era, the Great Tang Empire was at its peak, and the capital Chang'an was the most prosperous city in the world, without a doubt. Yao Chong, Song Jing, Li Bai, Wang Wei, Zhang Xu, Wu Daozi, Yan Zhenqing, Gongsun Danniang, Pei Min, Guo Ziyi... At this moment, the sky of the magnificent Tang Dynasty was filled with shining stars. Born in a prosperous era, as a talented prodigy who was once forgotten, Du Shi Yi was not concerned about the overall situation of the world, but about how to live a more splendid life in this second chance. In the prosperous Tang Dynasty, there were those with heroic spirits, those with self-confidence and composure, those with great achievements, and those who enjoyed the luxury of palaces with the entire world bowing to them! After eight years of diligent writing, with nine works, following "The Amorous Adventures of Zhu Men," "The Treacherous Minister," "The Crown and the Robe," and "The Wealth and Glory," Fu Tian brings you his latest work, "The Splendor of the Tang Dynasty," taking you on a journey to truly experience the prosperous era of the Great Tang!
437.37 Million words | 2021-08-16 16:59Update
Reborn as Lu Bu, dominating the Three Kingdoms. Dear readers, if you think "Lu Bu" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and on Weibo!
350.73 Million words | 2021-09-12 20:58Update
From now on, you have no right to remain silent, no right to argue, and no protection under the laws of Huaxia. The moment you come into contact with our identity, you will be sentenced to death! You will no longer have human rights. We are the Seventh Division, the Third Enforcers!
119.20 Million words | 2020-09-17 11:16Update
At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, there was great chaos in the world. Cao Cao, under the guise of the Han Emperor, embarked on expeditions to conquer all four corners. Just as his dominance was about to be established, he suddenly fell ill. The divine physician Hua Tuo, in his attempt to treat Cao Cao, found himself imprisoned and met his tragic demise. Before his death, he entrusted his extraordinary medical book, the "Blue Pouch Classic," to his dear friend Ye Huairen. Unexpectedly, Ye Huairen's wife accidentally burned the book, leaving only half of it preserved in the mortal realm. Relying solely on this half-copy medical book, Ye Huairen travelled the rivers and lakes, healing the sick and helping the needy. Everyone revered him as the "Divine Physician Ye," and his renowned reputation spread throughout the world.
402.73 Million words | 2023-06-14 18:32Update
In the chaotic era of wielding weapons, men aspire to be heroes! The late Han Dynasty and the Three Kingdoms period, an eternal theme of passionate men! It was an era that gave birth to countless legends. There was Bai Ma Yi Cong, unmatched in horseback archery; the invincible vanguard soldiers; the unstoppable assault troops; the world-renowned Tiger and Leopard Cavalry... Great generals were abundant, and mighty soldiers were like a forest! Amidst the crumbling world, they galloped across the Central Plains, stirring up endless smoke of war. Who was the strongest? In the first year of Chu Ping, the warlords in the eastern region rose together, storming the gates to overthrow Dong Zhuo! Just...
348.82 Million words | 2022-10-09 04:37Update
(Novel Translation: Pet Love Story - Food + Handsome Men) In this unfortunate and whimsical tale, a clumsy and adorable food lover is transported to ancient times with unbelievably good luck! Alongside him, peach blossoms bloom - a chief chef resembling Louis Koo, a handsome warrior like William Feng, and a playful and funny pretty boy who looks just like Kevin Cheng. Oh my, there's also the cute and adorable Zhang Jie... NONONO! How can they compare to the handsome and extraordinary Lemon Prince! Sadly, this Lemon is quite sour, appearing cold on the outside while possessing an extremely mischievous heart! Scene A: "Gu Xiaodai, it's time to serve the dishes!" a certain prince pretended to be serious and said. Gu Xiaodai blinked in confusion, "Lemon, I've brought all the dishes." Lemon laughed mischievously
375.67 Million words | 2022-09-07 20:26Update
Only professionals can do professional things! When time travel becomes fashionable and trendy, history needs even more professional time travelers. Gao Xing, a member of the Dragon Group, who always dreamed of traveling back in time, finally fulfilled his wish and arrived in the chaotic late period of the Northern and Southern Dynasties. Without Song Yu's tribute, there is still Xiao Meiniang. I don't like violence, but I don't mind using it. I don't like the smell of copper, but I don't want anyone to have more money than me. I don't like dominating, but I like to have the world submit to my feet. I am not a savior, but I am the terminator! I will treat the people under my rule with the warmth of spring, treat women with the heat of summer, treat the island country and the stick people like the autumn wind sweeping fallen leaves, and treat enemies more cruelly than the harsh winter. - Gao Xing. If you think "The Great Success of Establishing the Sui Dynasty" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and Weibo!
463.81 Million words | 2021-01-22 13:50Update
From the moment Lin Fan set foot in the land of the Tang Dynasty, there was no turning back. Sometimes, that's just how life is - once an arrow is shot, there is no way to retrieve it. But the journey must go on... A thousand readers, a thousand Hamlets. A thousand authors, a thousand versions of the Tang Dynasty. My Tang Dynasty cannot have sorrow, cannot have darkness. It can only have the most touching family bond, the most sincere friendship, the most beautiful love, the heroic spirit of warriors on horseback, and the ambition to surpass all obstacles. Since heaven has granted Lin Fan a golden key, let's see how he builds a thriving
319.46 Million words | 2020-12-31 20:11Update
This is an era belonging to the strong, This is an era where human life is worthless, This is an era of war and roaming, a time of tragedies for beautiful women. In the Three Kingdoms, heroes emerge; In the Three Kingdoms, emotions run deep; In the Three Kingdoms, the world is intoxicated with wine. Zhuge Yang, accidentally returning to the era of the Three Kingdoms, discovers that he has become the legendary Zhuge Liang's older brother, a monstrous being. Thus, he becomes completely entangled... "The Sleeping Dragon and the Phoenix, with either one, one can pacify the world." With such bold words still echoing, will he take a step forward? Or... Witness how the first genius, Zhuge Jin, manipulates the three kingdoms, displaying his wisdom in the midst of battles and adding fragrance to the red sleeves in love affairs. Awake, he holds the power of the world, intoxicated, he lies on the beauty's knees, and with a smile, he observes the affairs of the world! For those who enjoy "Genius," welcome to join the first Q group of this book: We have declared to join the ranks of civilized online literature writing and willingly accept the supervision of all members in the civilized writing ranks.
105.91 Million words | 2022-11-24 11:12Update
In the year , as the First World War raged on in Europe, havoc and devastation spread throughout the continent. Faced with such dire circumstances, the Beiyang government dispatched a workforce of ten thousand laborers to Europe. Seizing the opportunity, Qin Zhiyuan promptly joined their ranks and established a Chinese unit within the French Foreign Legion. After enduring tremendous sacrifices, they emerged victorious alongside the Allied forces. However, at the Paris Peace Conference, Qin Zhiyuan realized that the Beiyang government had gained nothing but humiliation and loss as the vanquishing nation. At this moment of glory for the Chinese people, Qin Zhiyuan discovered that both he and his troops were left homeless. "Since there is no place for us in this vast world, we shall carve out our own space for survival with our own swords," Qin Zhiyuan declared, unsheathing his weapon and surveying his surroundings.
245.55 Million words | 2023-05-24 20:10Update
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.
481.15 Million words | 2020-08-14 13:33Update
