juvenile historical fiction books

Looking for a captivating read that combines the charm of historical settings with the excitement of young protagonists? Look no further! In this article, we will explore the world of juvenile historical fiction books and recommend some must-read titles that will transport you to different eras while captivating your imagination.

1. "Johnny Tremain" by Esther Forbes:
Set during the American Revolutionary War, this Newbery Medal-winning novel follows the story of young Johnny Tremain, a skilled apprentice silversmith who becomes involved in the fight for independence. Esther Forbes' expert storytelling brings to life the events leading up to the Boston Tea Party and the Battle of Lexington and Concord.

2. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak:
Set in Nazi Germany during World War II, this emotionally powerful novel revolves around Liesel Meminger, a young orphan girl who develops a love for books and discovers the power of words amidst the horrors of war. Markus Zusak's lyrical prose and unique narrative style make this book a true masterpiece.

3. "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell:
Based on a true story, this compelling novel follows the solitary life of Karana, a young Native American girl stranded on a remote island off the coast of California in the 19th century. Scott O'Dell's vivid descriptions of nature and Karana's resilience make this tale of survival and self-discovery a timeless classic.

4. "The War That Saved My Life" by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley:
Set against the backdrop of World War II, this heartwarming story follows Ada, a girl with a clubfoot who escapes her abusive mother and finds refuge in the English countryside. As Ada learns to trust and love, she discovers her own strength and resilience. Kimberly Brubaker Bradley's portrayal of wartime England and the healing power of love makes this book a must-read.

5. "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry:
In occupied Denmark during World War II, ten-year-old Annemarie risks her life to help her Jewish best friend, Ellen, escape from the Nazis. This Newbery Medal-winning novel by Lois Lowry offers an inspiring tale of courage, friendship, and resistance in the face of adversity.

To explore further, you can visit websites like Goodreads or Book Riot. These platforms provide comprehensive reviews, recommendations, and discussions on juvenile historical fiction books. So, immerse yourself in these captivating tales of bygone eras and let the past come alive through the eyes of young protagonists. Happy reading!
Hua Xu Yin Fiction
Hua Xu Yin

On the day the city fell, Princess Ye Zhen of the Wei Kingdom sacrificed herself for her country, only to be resurrected using a mermaid pearl. Reborn, Ye Zhen has only one destiny: to survive and seek revenge. When she plays the Hua Xu melody, she can weave the most enchanting dreams for her listeners, at the cost of their lives. Ye Zhen feeds on this, allowing her own life to continue... In the composition of illusions, she intertwines greed, emptiness, infatuation, love, bitterness, and hardship of the mortal world. Four melodies of the Hua Xu tune, four tragic tales of destiny, four pairs of mandarin ducks lost in love... With the first note of Hua Xu, chaos befalls a troubled world. The sound of the qin resonates throughout the nine kingdoms, a silent disturbance. This is merely a story unfolding in troubled times...

28.67 Million words | 2021-09-13 01:49Update

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Flying Youth Fiction
Flying Youth

This book is another masterpiece by the famous Chinese post-80s writer Han Han. Written in the first person, it tells the story of 'me' and portrays a rebellious character. The book is beautifully written, with seemingly ordinary content but profound meanings that make readers reflect. Through the protagonist's process of entering society and growing up, it explores the complexity and harsh realities of the world, as well as the unfathomable nature of human hearts. Many elements in the book are the author's genuine experiences, reflecting his life experiences. It encompasses feelings of disappointment and confusion, but also the continuous pursuit of dreams.

196.36 Million words | 2021-10-12 04:39Update

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Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms Fiction
Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms

"Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms" is the first novel in the "Three Lives Three Worlds" series, written by Tang Qi under the pen name Tang Qi Gongzi. It mainly tells the story of the love, hate, and entanglements between the Qingqiu deity Bai Qian and the Nine Heavens Crown Prince Ye Hua in their past lives and present lives, based on ancient myths.

22.95 Million words | 2022-06-27 04:12Update

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Persuade you to like me as soon as possible Fiction
Persuade you to like me as soon as possible

Novel Translation Expert. Title: Persuade you to like me as soon as possible. Introduction: 'Human Fireworks and You' original novel. After Ning Wan was 'exiled' to become the community lawyer stationed at the law office of Zhengyuan, the office finally 'exiled' another person over - a man, alive, handsome, gentle, polite gentleman... The person exudes one kind of aura, a big sweet idiot! A walking noob! Ning Wan decides to properly knock down this newcomer in the cold palace, 'Fu Zheng, right? As a newcomer here, you have to be obedient and have good judgment.' Although he's an idiot, this newcomer has a certain level of attractiveness, obedient and clever. Ning Wan softens her heart and decides to impart her lifelong skills to him: how to shift blame, how to slack off, how to deceive the boss. With sincerity and without reservation - 'To be honest, there is a price to pay for me to pass on this supreme skill to you. I advise you to like me as soon as possible. Let me analyze the benefits of liking me and the drawbacks of not liking me...'

12.86 Million words | 2021-01-19 20:03Update

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The Time of Gained Adolescence Fiction
The Time of Gained Adolescence

Chizhaozhao is a teenage girl who is dedicated to making money, and Cen Yan is a good young man who is dedicated to his career. They spend their four years in university together in a campus start-up team, handling PR crises for companies while arguing and making noise. They thought they were a couple destined to be together, but little did they know that they would face betrayal, deception, and conflicting beliefs as they entered society. However, the most professional crisis management cannot handle the biggest crisis in their own lives...

25.68 Million words | 2022-06-07 05:47Update

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The Second First Love Fiction
The Second First Love

(Original Title: The Unemployed Queen) She is a kind and innocent wedding planner, longing for true love, but never finding it; he is a breakup expert who doesn't believe in love, only because he was deeply hurt by it in the past. They are rivals in their careers, but also playful enemies in life, the most hilarious and entertaining couple in love pursuit history. From arguments to understanding and falling in love, through ups and downs, they finally realize that everyone is waiting for the right person. He/She will make us stronger, braver, and happier. This is our most unforgettable first love. 'The Second First Love' is a unique and romantic memoir of first love, giving you a different feeling. A pure and heartwarming story, every word flowing with the taste of happiness.

339.36 Million words | 2021-12-14 22:57Update

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Triple Doors Fiction
Triple Doors

Through the perspective of teenager Lin Yuxiang, 'Triple Doors' reveals the life of a seemingly real high school student, showcasing the various contradictions and issues in parent-child relationships, teacher-student relationships, and peer relationships, reflecting the thinking, confusion, and dreams of students. Han Han contemplates, becomes excited, angry, struggles, and seeks change in his own way. Through his sharp, piercing, and even sarcastic language, we feel the brilliance of a prodigious young mind.

571.84 Million words | 2020-11-30 05:22Update

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South Wind in My Arms Fiction
South Wind in My Arms

Lu Sheng's childhood was a dark gray canvas, with the south wind being the only warm spot in her bleak life. He was a star in the tennis world, her idol, her sunshine, the source of strength in her spiritual world. Without his consent, she had already made him the most important person in her life. She struggled hard to touch the edges of his world, only to witness its collapse in an instant. Determined, Lu Sheng stepped into the heart of that world, striving to stand on the cloud, to look down upon its beauty. Through a stroke of luck, he became her personal coach. With curious eyes, she heard her inner longing: she wants to become strong, to radiate her own light, enough to shine into his world. Only then can she present him with all the good things in this world and tell him, this is the sincerity of my love. The effort she poured in bore slow growth, while in her lonely heart, a warm shelter had taken root. And then, love began to sprout...

36.19 Million words | 2021-07-26 12:07Update

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Journey to Find Past Lives Fiction
Journey to Find Past Lives

To know the events of past lives, one must understand the experiences of the present. The Buddha said that everything in this life is a result of actions from previous lives. Cause and effect are intertwined, and if the seeds of our past actions have been sown, then no matter how many cycles of reincarnation we go through, we cannot escape the consequences of our current existence. There is a teahouse called 'Past and Present,' where they offer more than just tea. If you are guided by dreams, you can entrust them with a karmic relationship and someone will traverse time and space to search for the root of your past life's destiny, relieving you from the dilemmas of the present. This exchange does not require money, only one tear from your eye. As the relentless passage of time buries history, it also buries the smiles of a cherry blossom youth, the love of a vampire prince, and the sorrows of an Egyptian pharaoh... A mysterious girl, with an enigmatic background, continually changes the past and present lives of others, yet she struggles to foresee her own destiny...

47.47 Million words | 2021-12-07 07:06Update

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The Minister's Daughter Fiction
The Minister's Daughter

Young girl Wu Cuo Cuo is selected from the commoners and enters the palace, becoming an insider in the Bureau of Shang Shi. Like a seed blown onto the rooftop of the palace by the spring breeze, she starts to grow vigorously with even a speck of dust, roaming in a turbulent era, and writing her own legend with food and beliefs.

14.15 Million words | 2020-07-07 18:53Update

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Even if there is a time difference in loving you Fiction
Even if there is a time difference in loving you

On a night of meteor shower, he received an old cellphone that allows him to communicate with a girl from seven years ago. Behind the love transcending time, there unfolds a bloody truth. The carefree girl from seven years ago has become a depressed alcoholic, while the weak boy from seven years ago transforms into a righteous avenger. The deeper he loves her, the closer he gets to his true self. We are still ourselves, and true bravery lies in facing a past filled with mistakes.

16.71 Million words | 2022-07-12 16:04Update

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Romantic Upward Spiral Fiction
Romantic Upward Spiral

Just before the table tennis invitational tournament, rumors started circulating online about the reigning champion of Huaijiang Province team, Quan Xingyi. It was claimed that Quan Xingyi used underhanded methods to snatch the spot that should have belonged to his teammate, Kuang Jing. The provincial team discovered the true identity of the informant - Zheng Qi. In a twist of events, Bai Yucheng appeared and claimed to be Zheng Qi's cousin, even admitting to being the real informant. Coincidentally, the members of the provincial team were about to embark on their journey to Chengbei University. Amidst the chaos of campus life, Kuang Jing and Bai Yucheng became classmates and immediately developed a mutual dislike for each other. Their interactions were filled with humor and laughter. As Kuang Jing gradually got to know Bai Yucheng, she discovered the kindness and warmth of a young girl, sparking a mutual attraction between the two.

17.13 Million words | 2021-11-28 11:25Update

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Embrace the Koi Lord Fiction
Embrace the Koi Lord

Hua Yeqi, a dedicated drinker, gets involved in a gambling game to escape the fate of marrying into the Ning family. However, she is not cut out for business and ends up bankrupt overnight. Miserable and determined, Mu Songqing falls into a series of traps again because of a mysterious alcohol recipe. The encounter between a destitute distillery owner and an unlucky business genius reveals both the mercilessness of commerce and the warmth of human connection. A hidden koi jumps into the fermentation vat, brewing a pot of extraordinary wine.

35.02 Million words | 2023-01-10 21:04Update

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