Introduction: Historical young adult (YA) fiction has gained tremendous popularity in recent years. For readers who enjoy immersive storytelling and a connection to the past, this genre offers a perfect blend of historical accuracy and compelling characters. In this article, we will explore some of the best historical YA fiction novels and authors, along with recommended websites to delve deeper into this captivating genre. 1. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: "The Book Thief" is a highly acclaimed historical YA fiction novel set in Nazi Germany. It follows the story of Liesel, a young girl who develops a strong bond with books and uses them as a coping mechanism during the atrocities of World War II. Markus Zusak's haunting prose and unique perspective make this novel a must-read for fans of historical fiction. 2. "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein: "Code Name Verity" is a gripping novel set during World War II. It portrays the friendship of two young women, one a spy and the other a pilot, as they navigate the dangerous territories of occupied France. Elizabeth Wein skillfully weaves together mystery, espionage, and historical events, immersing readers in a thrilling tale of bravery and sacrifice. 3. "Salt to the Sea" by Ruta Sepetys: "Salt to the Sea" sheds light on a lesser-known historical event – the sinking of the Wilhelm Gustloff, a ship carrying German refugees during World War II. Ruta Sepetys sensitively tells the story through multiple perspectives, capturing the desperation, hope, and resilience of those fleeing the horrors of war. This novel is a heart-wrenching and thought-provoking read that offers a nuanced portrayal of a tragic event. 4. "Out of the Easy" by Ruta Sepetys: Ruta Sepetys strikes again with "Out of the Easy," set in 1950s New Orleans. This coming-of-age story introduces us to Josie, the daughter of a brothel prostitute, who strives to escape her difficult circumstances and build a better life for herself. Sepetys creates a vivid and atmospheric setting, immersing readers in the rich historical backdrop of New Orleans' French Quarter. 5. "The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue" by Mackenzi Lee: For readers seeking a mixture of adventure, romance, and historical context, "The Gentleman's Guide to Vice and Virtue" is a delightful choice. Set in the 18th century, this novel follows Monty, a young British lord on his grand tour of Europe. Mackenzi Lee expertly explores topics such as societal expectations, sexuality, and privilege through the lens of historical fiction, providing an engaging and entertaining read. Recommended websites: 1. Goodreads - Historical Fiction YA: Goodreads is a popular platform where readers can find book recommendations, join book clubs, and write reviews. Their Historical Fiction YA section offers lists of highly rated historical YA fiction novels, as well as user-generated recommendations and discussions. 2. Epic Reads - Historical YA Fiction: Epic Reads is a website specifically dedicated to young adult books. Their Historical YA Fiction section features articles, interviews, and book recommendations, making it an excellent resource for those interested in exploring the genre further. 3. BookRiot - Historical YA Fiction: BookRiot is a diverse community of readers and writers who share their love for literature. Their Historical YA Fiction section offers a variety of articles, including genre recommendations, author spotlights, and discussions on historical accuracy in YA fiction. Conclusion: Historical YA fiction transports readers to different eras, providing a captivating blend of history and storytelling. Novels like "The Book Thief," "Code Name Verity," and "Salt to the Sea" offer powerful narratives and emotional depth, while authors like Markus Zusak, Elizabeth Wein, and Ruta Sepetys excel in bringing the past to life. To further explore this genre, websites like Goodreads, Epic Reads, and BookRiot offer valuable recommendations, discussions, and insights. So, grab a novel from this genre, immerse yourself in the past, and enjoy a memorable reading experience!
In the vast history of five thousand years, under numerous immense powers, there must always be one or two men who stand tall! Welcome book lovers to join the Drunkard QQ fan group, let's discuss the plot together.
225.79 Million words | 2021-02-10 21:41Update
Kou Jihun, who reincarnated into the Northern Song Dynasty, became the great-grandson of the renowned statesman Kou Zhun. As a typical third-generation official, he should have enjoyed a lavish and extravagant life. However, when he received a letter from his father inviting him to the capital, Kaifeng, for a life of luxury, he discovered that his grandfather, Kou Zhun, seemed to be in danger! 【Reader Group: 195992981】
467.27 Million words | 2022-05-27 03:32Update
A medical student crossed over to a small county town in the Northern Song Dynasty and became a doctor in a struggling pharmacy, starting his career of practicing medicine in ancient times. "Nǎ Qiè Jì" (Book Number), "Nǎ Qiè Jì Ⅱ" (Book Number), "Sān Yǎn Fǎ Yī" (Book Number), "Xíng míng Shī Yé" (Book Number), "Àn Líng Fǎ Yī" (Book Number) are the completed YY novels by Mu Yi. Book Club Groups: Hua Yao Pharmacy, Advanced Group, Heng Xiang Inn, Advanced Group, Ji Shi Tang Pharmacy, Wu Wei Tang Pharmacy, Advanced Group. (This group is regularly cleared and lurkers are advised to be cautious). Welcome book lovers to join.
280.67 Million words | 2020-08-05 15:20Update
Yun Zheng opened a door, and there was no turning back. Such is life, once the bow is drawn, the arrow flies forward, with no chance for regret. To turn back now would be like shedding a hundred years of life. This novel tells the story of the path of a teacher, portraying wisdom in survival, depicting warmth in humanity, expressing brotherhood and loyalty, and demonstrating gentleness and humility. Here, you'll find the most beautiful of love stories and the deepest of brotherly bonds... Perhaps, I would love to unfold "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" slowly, giving you a different Song Dynasty, a different world of human emotions...
334.54 Million words | 2022-08-29 04:44Update
The Three Generations of the Emperor's Legacy, Li Xing as the Martial Proxy! The prosperous era of the Great Tang, from the decline after Empress Wu Zetian, would it still be the renowned prosperous era if the rightful crown prince, Li Hong, had not died prematurely? In the female protagonist's court, powerful officials and cruel bureaucrats! When a different soul awakens in the Luoyang Palace, everything changes...
88.27 Million words | 2022-10-03 04:43Update
Do you believe it? A person's life is predetermined from the moment their character is formed. Although there will be many opportunities and choices in life, when faced with these opportunities and choices, your character and perception have already determined how you will choose. As a destined failure, are you willing to reshape your life from this moment on? Life simulator, changing the future, changing lives, you deserve to have it. Outside Luoyang City, Lu Bu sat astride his horse, Red Hare, riding along the spacious postal road with the troops. The nightmarish information flooded his mind once again, accompanied by that irritating voice that kept lingering in his ears. It was not much, but it repeated relentlessly, like mosquitoes buzzing in your ears on a summer day, unable to be killed, leaving Lu Bu feeling extremely annoyed.
225.78 Million words | 2022-09-20 22:42Update
In the ninth year of the Yongle reign, a prosperous era descended upon the land, and the people were filled with pride. People from all corners of the world flocked to pay tribute to the nation. In such a moment, I ask, who wouldn't dream of becoming an important official!
394.49 Million words | 2022-08-21 11:45Update
He's a destitute and down-and-out nobleman, with only a loyal maid by his side, making a living by running a calligraphy stall. He's a time-traveling forensic doctor, examining and dissecting, searching for clues from the slightest trace, unraveling layer by layer, investigating the true culprit behind the scenes. He's the top executioner in the prosperous Tang Dynasty, his left hand holding the inspection box, his right hand holding the dissecting knife. A modern forensic doctor ruling the officialdom of the Tang Dynasty. With him around, justice will never be absent.
94.42 Million words | 2020-07-14 09:52Update
Ceng Yi, with his ancestral unique techniques and comprehensive knowledge in both Chinese and Western medicine, stood out in the highly competitive medical field. With just three prescriptions of traditional Chinese medicine, he successfully cured the underlying cause of the provincial party secretary's wife's illness, earning high praise and an unprecedented appointment as an expert in the provincial healthcare specialist group. Once in office, he showcased his talents, consistently treating difficult and complicated ailments that even renowned Chinese and Western medical experts struggled with. With his noble medical ethics, he gained the admiration of both domestic and foreign patients and formed unbreakable bonds with numerous celebrities in politics, business, the military, and law enforcement, becoming their most trusted confidant...
244.83 Million words | 2020-07-15 14:48Update
【Starting Point Fourth Editing Team Contracted Work】 Five Joys of Life: Seeing the beauty of the world, listening to the wonderful sounds of the world, wearing exquisite clothes, and speaking extraordinary words, this is the first joy; Sitting in the front hall, enjoying the music in the back hall, having a full house of guests, with floral shadows on flowing clothes, this is the second joy; Having a library with thousands of books, having more than ten close friends who each compose poems to compete, this is the third joy; Spending a fortune to buy a boat, accompanied by musicians and several courtesans, floating from one house to another, unaware of old age approaching, this is the fourth joy; After more than ten years, losing all family wealth, in a sorry state, unable to plan for the future, relying on singing and entertaining in brothels, accepting meager meals from lonely plates, shamelessly visiting relatives and friends in the hometown, this is the fifth joy.
181.23 Million words | 2020-10-20 00:10Update
An engineering graduate with a technological gem traveled back to ancient times. As a prince, he had no ambitions for power struggles or schemes. All he wanted was to peacefully cultivate his land, engage in industrial pursuits, and live a carefree life. PS: This is a lighthearted tale of farming.
243.23 Million words | 2021-09-22 07:12Update
A dual master of the century, time-traveled to ancient times. No ring, no system, no wise old man with a white beard, not even the memories of this world. Damn the heavens, starting with nothing, not even knowing who I am, how am I supposed to play? With a grumbling stomach and a heart full of frustration, Tang Ning couldn't help but raise his middle finger: Damn it! A projectile flew from the sky and hit him right on the forehead. Before fainting, he only wanted to ask one question: Who the hell put a stone in the embroidered ball for a thousand knives to kill?! When he opened his eyes again, there was a maid with a smiling face like flowers saying, "Young Master, the young lady is requesting your presence!" There was a woman with captivating eyes and beautiful features saying, "Beloved, this concubine greets you!"
246.98 Million words | 2023-06-13 20:40Update
【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
The family owns a good hundred acres of fertile land, making them prosperous landowners. However, at the young age of fourteen, Wang Fulin suddenly finds himself being called "father" by someone. Just as he was about to achieve success, it seems like it will slip away again, putting immense pressure on the young scholar. The first rule of the Wang family's teachings: immorality leads to calamity, filial piety comes first. Amidst the extravagant and decadent society, where beauty and pleasure are valued, making a living is not easy. Wang Fulin, the young official, embarks on an unconventional journey, setting off from this point.
349.95 Million words | 2021-09-24 12:21Update
This is an era of explosive knowledge, collapsed orthodoxy, fierce competition, and abundant positive energy. It's really comfortable to be a scholar these days. Even just freeloading a meal can bring about enlightenment and grace. The protagonist, armed with a wealth of modern knowledge, has no intention of changing anyone. All they want is to enjoy a few carefree days, allowing their mother and sister to experience a noble life full of positive energy. But why do you force me to do something, Wei Yang? We are both legal experts, there is no need to rush into conflict over trivial matters! ------------ Here, you won't see too much bloodshed and power struggle. Instead, there is more warmth of home and country: sunshine, warmth, liveliness, and entertainment. Yes, this is a historical entertainment novel with a focus on daily life. It aims to make everyone laugh and tease the ancients a bit. I feel that this is the happiest thing.
195.34 Million words | 2020-11-14 22:31Update
The new book "Idle King of the Northern Song" has been uploaded. There is a link below the book. Thank you for your support! Capitalism and colonialism are twin siblings, and the birth of colonialism inevitably accompanies the rise of slave trade! The words of an unscrupulous capitalist from the Great Tang Dynasty. Transmigrating into Li Yin, the least favorite son of Emperor Taizong Li Shimin, he originally wanted to use his identity as a prince to pursue a few beautiful women of the Great Tang and live a carefree life. However, the former scoundrel Li Yin left him with a noble identity and countless messes, such as the lowly concubine who made him a laughingstock among the nobles and the financial troubles in the royal mansion.
276.49 Million words | 2021-01-19 22:44Update
A mysterious landslide, which led to him replacing the Second Emperor of Qin; while most people who travel through time encounter beautiful ladies and have numerous adventures, I can only worry about staying alive; aside from Zhao Gao, recruiting Li Si, and saving the Meng brothers; restoring the fallen clans of the Six States, witnessing the turbulent times of the world; resisting the Xiongnu, rejecting the Xiongnu, and pacifying Goguryeo; I possess the world, how can there be a shortage of beauties. Snatching Yu Ji, seizing Lady Qi. Empress Lv? Oh, she's long been in Liu Bang's warm embrace. The splendid Han nation, only I am the great Qin.
203.95 Million words | 2023-05-08 00:50Update
Transmigrated and reborn... but as Dong Zhuo's son. However, I remember that Dong Zhuo didn't have a son in the Three Kingdoms, so what's going on? My impression of Dong Zhuo was that he competed with the fearsome generals for women. Even though I married Xiao Diao, I lost my head. Then my entire family was beheaded by the fearsome generals, including my elderly grandmother who had white hair. What should I do? I don't know how to make paper, understand gunpowder, let alone possess advanced dipping fire techniques. I'm just a lowly forest ranger who forgot to bring Baidu da shen (Baidu's great god) with me when I transmigrated, and to make matters worse, I was born into an extremely ugly individual. My father sees me as a monster, and everyone else treats me like a ferocious beast, except for my grandmother and sister... I need to survive, so that my grandmother won't be beheaded. I must kill Huangfu Song first; but what can changing history really accomplish? Everything I do is for the sake of my own survival and for the ones who love me to stay alive.
267.15 Million words | 2020-08-01 23:29Update
After years of scheming and intrigue in the cutthroat world of business, the literary young man Chen Kaizhi was transported back to ancient times. As he looked around, all he could see were singing and dancing establishments, filled with lights, wine, talented men, and beautiful women. The fleeting pleasures of a spring night seemed to be worth a fortune. Well, for now, these have nothing to do with Chen Kaizhi. Born into a humble family, he faced an awkward social status. Let's see how this young man from humble beginnings defies the odds and embarks on a magnificent journey to become a literary genius.
294.03 Million words | 2020-11-13 20:08Update
The veteran of the People's Liberation Army, nicknamed "Butcher", sacrificed his life in a border conflict and transcended into the era of the Chu-Han Contention, becoming Xiang Zhuang, a cousin of Xiang Yu. At this time, the Chu-Han Contention was coming to an end, and Xiang Yu was in a desperate situation. In the Battle of Gaixia, the hundred-thousand-strong Chu army was annihilated, and Xiang Yu committed suicide in the Wu River. Xiang Zhuang, facing the danger, was entrusted with the mission. However, he only had three thousand remnants under his command, with scattered morale and low spirits. The foundation in the Jiangdong region was also on the verge of collapse. What was even more critical was that Liu Bang and Han Xin's 700,000-strong army was lurking nearby. Although Xiang Zhuang possessed the soul of a time traveler from the future, his true abilities were
173.81 Million words | 2022-06-29 16:18Update
Year of the Chinese calendar, 17th year of the Ming Wanli era. Zhang Juzheng, the powerful eunuch, has died. Qi Jiguang, the war-loving general, has died. Hai Rui, the troublemaker who challenged the corrupt officials, has also passed away. Emperor Wanli and his court officials are tired of constant arguments and disputes, so they decide to retreat from court affairs and initiate a strange era known as the "Year of No Countryside, No Wilderness, and No Court Attendance." Time keeps passing by, and the streets are bustling with prosperity and peace. The common people indulge in discussions of harmony, enjoy music, go on trips, gamble, consort with courtesans, collect artworks, and appreciate nature's beauty, such as plants, insects, fish, and birds. Amidst this bustling world, no one knows that on the other side of the continent, the Europeans are setting sail, venturing out into the vast oceans, and exploring the world.
137.16 Million words | 2022-11-13 07:39Update
