Contemporary Historical Fiction: Exploring the Junction of Past and Present Contemporary historical fiction, also known as modern historical fiction, is a genre that delves into the enthralling blend of both contemporary and historical elements. This unique literary category offers readers a captivating reading experience by juxtaposing real historical events or eras with fictional characters and narratives set in the present day. If you are an avid reader seeking to embark on a journey bridging the gap between the past and the present, here are some highly recommended contemporary historical fiction novels that have garnered critical acclaim and captivated readers worldwide: 1. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Markus Zusak's beautifully crafted novel takes place during World War II and follows the life of Liesel Meminger, a young girl living in Nazi Germany. Her love for books and her unique perspective on life provides a poignant and thought-provoking narrative that will keep you engrossed from beginning to end. 2. "The Underground Railroad" by Colson Whitehead: Colson Whitehead's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is a powerful exploration of slavery in America. The story follows a young woman named Cora as she escapes from a Georgia plantation via the Underground Railroad, which is depicted as a real train system. This inventive and emotionally charged novel sheds light on a dark period of history with a contemporary twist. 3. "Alias Grace" by Margaret Atwood: Margaret Atwood, renowned for her dystopian novel "The Handmaid's Tale," presents "Alias Grace," a gripping tale set in 19th-century Canada. This novel is based on the true story of Grace Marks, a housemaid convicted of a brutal double murder. Atwood weaves together historical facts and literary imagination to create a mesmerizing narrative that will keep you questioning the nature of truth and memory. In addition to these exceptional novels, there are websites dedicated to contemporary historical fiction, where you can discover more hidden gems and explore a wide range of authors and narratives that delve into this fascinating genre. Some popular websites include Goodreads, Historical Novel Society, and BookBub. Contemporary historical fiction offers readers a chance to engage with the past in a relatable and contemporary context. By bringing historical events, periods, and characters into the present day, these novels provide a fresh perspective and invite readers to reflect on the implications of history on our lives today. So, whether you're a history enthusiast or simply looking for a captivating read, give contemporary historical fiction a try and let your imagination travel through time.
Yan Ning felt that she had lived too confusedly in her past life. In this life, she wanted to strategize well and strike down Chu Zhaoye's dream of becoming an emperor. Chu Mo said, "Do you need assistance? The reward is, after you finish your tasks, come back with me and help manage the mansion." After careful consideration, Yan Ning replied, "Okay!"
91.06 Million words | 2020-11-08 21:47Update
Unfulfilled desires haunt as a lost soul from another world takes possession. Before she can establish herself, she faces consecutive assassination attempts and poisonings. If it weren't for her luck, she would have perished long ago. What has this body done to provoke such hatred and envy? Watch as Wuhua, in just five years, overturns the world and achieves her desires while seeking revenge against those behind the scenes!
40.69 Million words | 2021-06-02 02:39Update
In the largest courtyard in the world, there are the most rumors; from a beggar to a slave, from hunger to a den of gossip. With the fierceness learned from competing with vicious dogs for food, and the tolerance learned from being deceived by others, step by step, watch the lonely girl Fengyi blossom at every step.
203.44 Million words | 2023-06-25 06:34Update
While others time travel, she also time travels. But why is she so unlucky to end up in the body of that despised concubine who was kicked out of the house? Returning home with her parents, she finds a dilapidated house with broken windows and walls. Well, who says abandoned women are destined to be pitiful? Xue Lengyu swears to the heavens, 'I may be poor, I may remarry, but I will make sure my family leads a comfortable life. No matter the number of marriages, I will make them happy and fulfilled.'
77.24 Million words | 2021-03-09 10:42Update
From the legitimate daughter of the Marquis House to the influential Empress dowager. Gu Wanning's life has been full of ups and downs, experiencing hardships and enjoying prosperity. As she closed her eyes, exhausted both physically and mentally, she finally found peace. Unexpectedly, when she opened her eyes again, she had returned to the year when she was thirteen...
272.08 Million words | 2022-12-14 21:24Update
Ling Qingwan felt that something was not right with her life recently. Her family, her house, all felt familiar yet strangely unfamiliar. She inexplicably gained medical skills. In her dreams, there was a voice calling her "sister," even though she didn't have a younger sister. She believed that by taking each step forward, she would eventually understand the cause and effect...
81.70 Million words | 2023-04-02 22:46Update
In the legends of Yan Kingdom, the Yin family has a tradition that their daughters will always be vain. A modern female detective reincarnates into the body of a ten-year-old orphan in ancient times and is taken in by Tao Granny, who mistook her for a boy and raised her for five years. Life was peaceful until Tao Granny's kind act of saving a doctor led to trouble with the authorities. In order to clear Tao Granny's suspicion of murder, the modern female detective has to go back to her old profession. This brings a series of troubles and slowly unveils the identity of the ancient orphan girl. PS: Looking for recommendations and votes, all kinds of support are welcome~~~
139.82 Million words | 2021-04-11 10:46Update
As a celebrity who rose to fame through scandals, Yan Hui felt helpless. However, she never expected that things would take a turn when she transmigrated into the position of the Duchess. As the mocked fifteen-year-old "widow of a first-rank official," the scandalous rumors only intensified...
54.75 Million words | 2022-05-11 20:48Update
The pitiful woman behind the embroidered gate, lying alone beside the ancient Buddha's green lantern. Born into a prestigious family, she was gentle and obedient her whole life, only to end up with the fate of the green lantern and a tragic death. Since she has been reborn, she is determined to be strong and completely escape from the nightmares of the past! However, why is he, whom she missed in her previous life, always appearing before her?
181.16 Million words | 2022-10-01 03:29Update
Her official identity is a mystery. As a recruit for the embroidery department, she is targeted for all kinds of schemes: being drugged, poisoned, forced to worship at the flower hall, and even an unsuccessful escape attempt that leaves her unconscious. She looks up at the sky and asks, 'Is there anyone more unfortunate than me?' Just a joke leads her to become a female detective. From then on, her life undergoes an incredible transformation... In private, she is an abandoned infant, abandoned by her parents and family. Since you don't want me, I don't want you either. A carefree life is beautiful, and the male lead's devotion is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. He is also a handsome guy. The female supporting character's perfect disguise is torn apart, and she rises from being a soy sauce character to the female lead. [Writer formerly used the pen name, 'Wan Shuiyue', with a good track record - feel free to dive into this pit without any worries.] Please pay attention, everyone. Smash that follow button, collect, comment, and vote!
196.40 Million words | 2022-03-27 04:18Update
In her past life, she married the man she was infatuated with, regardless of anything, and indulged in her whims and fancies, paying the most painful price. In this life, she will correct her mistakes, repay kindness, and settle debts, vowing to live a splendid life! Book club: New book 'Resurgence of Graceful Rulan', kindly requesting everyone's continued support~.
114.01 Million words | 2022-12-19 07:23Update
Becoming the legitimate eldest daughter of a royal merchant, but receiving no love from my father and facing a wicked stepmother, the noble mansion is full of struggles! You want to fight with me again? You want to fight with me? If you want to fight with me, I will fight you to the end! What? Saving your life means I have to marry you? Instead of sending valuable gifts, how about something light and easy to carry? If things don't go well, I'll just grab my bridal box and run away! My new book, "The Esteemed and Beloved Lady Pharmacist," has been released. Please continue to support it!
199.12 Million words | 2020-08-09 19:34Update
A catastrophe befell the Lin family, landing them in prison. Lin's married daughter had her share of misfortune too, and despite lowering her head to live, she couldn't escape being sent to a secluded temple. It was nothing out of the ordinary when she received a divorce letter. In the midst of her sorrow, Lin Yijia felt a hint of relief, as her husband became even more considerate towards her. However, after drinking the peace-inducing soup her husband personally prepared and waking up, she suddenly found herself transported back to when she was twelve years old, when her mother had begun carefully selecting a husband for her.
114.86 Million words | 2022-07-30 06:26Update
He is the head of the Soul Breaker Hall, the first assassination organization, as well as the Crown Prince of the Eastern Realm; she is the chief protector of the Soul Breaker Hall. In order to cultivate her into the most exceptional assassin, he imparted all his knowledge and skills to her, spoiling and favoring her. He made exceptions and meticulously schemed to make her renowned throughout the world. She believed he was her benefactor and mentor, unaware that the person who would ultimately push her into the abyss of death was him. In the face of adversity, she emerged from the ashes, standing before him in the guise of an envoy from the enemy country, smiling as she said, "The days of Eastern Realm's dominance are over."
58.17 Million words | 2020-10-13 18:27Update
The Ji family is a respected family, but not a hereditary one. Ji Anning is a young lady from the Ji family, and her father always treads on thin ice with his official career. The Ji family, spanning four generations, is led by Ji Anning's uncle. Ji Anning has lived in the Ji family for over ten years, watching dramas and performances for over a decade. Now at a marriageable age, she is about to step on the stage to perform the grand drama of life. She desires a perfect match arranged by heaven, yet the eligible women in her family believe that a good match requires plotting and grabbing. To grab or not to grab? To plot or not to plot?
202.18 Million words | 2022-11-19 23:13Update
A female special agent of the century, specializing in gathering intelligence, travels back in time to an unfamiliar ancient dynasty and becomes an abandoned infant. Raised by a beggar who never allows her to dress up as a girl, claiming her beauty would attract trouble, she transforms from a 'remarkable martial artist' female agent into an 'extraordinary thief' for survival! But who is this man who persistently pursues her, claiming she stole his jade pendant and even stripped his pants back when they were eight? The Crown Prince?! And he's leading soldiers to hunt her down? This is ridiculous! 'Your Highness, the Crown Prince, you have mistaken me for someone else! I believe there must be a misunderstanding here.' An evil smirk curls up on his lips as he says, 'Is that so? Then how do you explain the jade pendant in your hand?' 'I... I found it!' she retreats in fear, but he advances step by step, leaving her with nowhere to escape. 'Is that so? Wang Xiaolian, it seems like you said the same thing years ago. I don't care, since you have already taken off the pants of this Crown Prince, you must take responsibility for me!' He shamelessly declares his dominance, denying her any chance to escape. He wants her for a lifetime...
69.44 Million words | 2022-01-24 04:35Update
After experiencing death and rebirth, if you were to ask He Xingzhao, what she would miss the most from her previous life, she would probably say her daughter Huijie, her son Huanger who died in early childhood, and her fearless and passionate self. In a nutshell, it tells the story of a young lady from a noble family who stubbornly married someone in her previous life, but in this life, she has gained a clear understanding and chooses to live her life to the fullest.
94.04 Million words | 2021-12-18 20:25Update
Song Yuan, as a person, is actually quite terrifying. He can speak warm words and have a harmless smile, like a gentle breeze in February, but can also turn ruthless and stab you in the heart with scissors when you are in excruciating pain, only to then treat you with the best medicine and show utmost care. A true gentleman is like a tall and upright pine tree, a precious jade, an elegant orchid, just like Song Yuan.
48.66 Million words | 2022-11-05 08:43Update
I want to be a beautiful man. Done, I'll bring you to bed before the sun sets. I want to be immensely wealthy. Done, floors paved with gold and silver, pearls the size of goose eggs. Oh dear, I find this valley too suffocating. Then, choose from a thousand slaves or relocate to a village and receive ten thousand acres of fertile land. I think this girl and that gentleman look good together. Hey, you two, quickly get married as ordered. In truth, I just want my husband. He just returned from outside, with raindrops still glistening on his jet-black hair like dewdrops on tender leaves, and he gazes at me with a serene smile...
41.32 Million words | 2022-01-17 19:31Update
She, the esteemed daughter of the Shuai family, falls into the enemy's clutches, unaware of his scheming behind her downfall. He not only harms her father and brothers but also takes away everything from her, pushing her to the brink of despair. Yet, he dares to boldly declare his intention to marry her. Who does he think she is? Does he truly believe she can be bullied? Amidst the chilling wind, she smiles gracefully and says, 'If you bring the world as a dowry, I shall marry you!' - 'The Conspiracy After Beauty's Calamity' and 'The Demise of a Top-ranked Consort' are both published and available for purchase. desperately seeking support!
18.12 Million words | 2023-02-04 03:21Update
The loyal and righteous family of the Duke of Huguo was almost destroyed due to an accident during the Lantern Festival. After her untimely death, Zhou Qin, the niece of the Duke of Huguo, was sent back four years in time. In this lifetime, she swears to never board the carriage of the Princess of the Kingdom of Wei, even if it means risking her life. All she asks for is to protect the safety of her family amidst the treacherous struggles for power.
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