Introduction: If you're a fan of historical regency fiction, you're in for a treat! This captivating genre takes you back in time to the elegant world of the early 19th century, offering a delightful blend of romance, societal intrigue, and genteel manners. Whether you're an avid reader or new to this genre, this article will provide you with a curated list of must-read historical regency novels, introduce you to critically acclaimed authors, and recommend websites where you can find more information and indulge in your love for all things regency. 1. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen: No list of historical regency fiction would be complete without mentioning the iconic Jane Austen. "Pride and Prejudice" is her most famous work, immersing readers in the world of Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy. With its memorable characters, witty dialogue, and exploration of societal norms, this novel continues to captivate readers worldwide. 2. Outlander by Diana Gabaldon: While not exclusively set in the regency era, "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon is a beloved series that transports readers between the 20th century and 18th-century Scotland. The first book follows Claire Randall, a World War II nurse, who finds herself thrown back in time to a tumultuous period, encountering historical figures and enduring a love story for the ages. 3. Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë: Though not strictly regency, "Jane Eyre" by Charlotte Brontë remains a classic within the larger historical fiction genre. Set in the 19th century, it tells the story of Jane Eyre, an orphan who becomes a governess and navigates love, loss, and secrets. Brontë's evocative storytelling and gripping narrative make this novel a must-read for any lover of historical fiction. 4. Emma by Jane Austen: Another masterpiece by Jane Austen, "Emma" transports readers to the regency era, focusing on the eponymous character and her matchmaking endeavors. Austen presents a charming yet flawed protagonist, whose entanglements in the lives of others offer both humor and personal growth. With its vivacious dialogue and engaging plot, "Emma" is a delightful read. 5. The Luxe series by Anna Godbersen: For readers looking for a blend of historical fiction and glamour, "The Luxe" series by Anna Godbersen is an enticing choice. Set in Manhattan in the late 19th century, these novels follow the lives of young socialites, filled with scandal, secrets, and forbidden love. Godbersen's vivid descriptions and immersive storytelling make this series a page-turner. Websites and Resources: 1. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): Goodreads is a popular website for book lovers, providing recommendations, reader reviews, and a platform to track your reading progress. You can find numerous lists and discussions dedicated to historical regency fiction, helping you discover new authors and titles to explore. 2. Austenprose (www.austenprose.com): Austenprose is a blog dedicated to Jane Austen and her works, offering insights, reviews, and discussions around her novels and the regency era. It's a treasure trove for Austen enthusiasts, providing a deeper understanding of the time period and its influence on literature. 3. Historical Novel Society (www.historicalnovelsociety.org): The Historical Novel Society website is an excellent resource for lovers of historical fiction across various periods. Their extensive reviews and features cover a wide range of genres, including regency fiction, ensuring you stay updated on the latest releases and discover hidden gems. Conclusion: Immerse yourself in the elegant and captivating world of historical regency fiction through these recommended novels and authors. From the timeless works of Jane Austen to the thrilling adventures in Diana Gabaldon's "Outlander" series, these books offer an escape to a bygone era filled with romance, drama, and societal intricacies. Explore the suggested websites to enhance your reading experience, connect with fellow enthusiasts, and discover even more delightful tales from the regency era and beyond. Happy reading!
In order to help my sister become a court maid, I was sent to an old eunuch and became his 'godson'. I enjoyed privileges as his 'son', but unexpectedly ended up as a eunuch too. Through careful plotting and strategic moves, I climbed up the ranks and became the chief eunuch. The most important thing now is to ensure that the emperor doesn't find out my true identity. However, the way the emperor looks at me seems a bit different... Will update regularly. A chapter per jade pendant, ten chapters per crown. Come at me with a vengeance!
105.69 Million words | 2021-06-19 10:52Update
My lifetime goal is to live a life of eating and waiting for death. Little did I know, I have a great grandfather who runs away when he can't win a fight; a father who keeps his true abilities hidden; a grandmother whose heart leans towards the Pacific; and a half-sister who constantly wants to steal her position as the legitimate daughter. Fourth Miss said, "Why don't we set up a stage? Although we have no other skills, we excel at acting!"
158.71 Million words | 2020-07-22 00:15Update
Miss Fang, the second daughter of the Fang family, is married off and left to live alone, much to everyone's delight. Green pine, amber, agate, and cornelian are her dowry, worthless? Will Miss Fang dare to say so? Before the wedding day, her husband returns in glory, with a young wife on the left hand and a newborn child on the right, turning Miss Fang from a lonely widow to a lower-class housewife. Her natal family finds her embarrassing, and her husband's family finds her a burden, so Miss Fang reverts to her old profession. Damaged calligraphy and paintings, chipped porcelain, broken Qingtong... She picks up bargains until her hands ache counting the money. Treasures from the Song Dynasty, she can't bear to sell; white-glazed blue and white porcelain vases are her favorites; purple sandalwood carved screens, painted dancing clay figurines, gold-plated silver vases, bronze galloping horses... As a talented restoration master, she can only bring in more treasures, but not take them out. Mr. Jiang points at the jade pendant hanging around Tang's neck; wearing the token of Mrs. Jiang, she can choose from the Jiang family's collection of a hundred years. Miss Fang is puzzled, isn't this the compensation she received?
241.61 Million words | 2022-11-19 06:13Update
Hoping to welcome her husband back home in June, pregnant with their child, but little did she expect, he returned with a mistress and her unborn child! "This is Haitang. I want to take her as a concubine and give her a position," Gu Jingfeng said as he held the wild woman's hand and spoke softly to Shen Qingwu, who was heavily pregnant. As soon
72.85 Million words | 2020-09-07 14:21Update
In a secluded mansion, political intrigue lurks in the court. As winds stir upon the cliff, the moon reveals its passionate side. With the turn of events, deception takes hold and she, once a proud woman among men, descends into silence and her beauty fades away. How will she climb out of this abyss and undergo a bloody rebirth? — You are the sun and the moon, as well as the mountains and rivers.
99.20 Million words | 2021-10-28 22:11Update
After being reborn, she becomes obsessed with building a perfect home. If the environment doesn't suit her, she creates it. Making money is necessary, but she ensures her neighbors get rich first. Pursuing a career is essential, but she helps her friends succeed first. Opening a shop is inevitable, but she makes her relatives take the lead. As a leader, she refuses. As a CEO, she declines. She simply loves being a lazy bug in her perfect home. But what's the situation now? Every man she encounters is extraordinary, a prince among men, and it's driving her crazy. 'Whoever can be a bug before me, I will choose.' She states the only condition and continues to cultivate slowly. A completed VIP work - 'Phoenix Family' assures everyone. The new book 'Managing Affairs' has been uploaded, and I hope everyone continues to support it. To rank higher and gain more recommendations...
129.29 Million words | 2022-02-23 00:08Update
In my previous life, you died because of me, and it was destined. So in this life, I just want you to live well. Therefore, please don't fall in love with me again. ************************* This book has superpowers, numerous handsome men, moderate daydreaming without harm, and occasional slight twists to enhance the enjoyment. Comrade Zihan Xue has created a group, throwing flowers to welcome everyone to join eagerly~~
68.39 Million words | 2020-12-11 12:49Update
The Queen of Qin is a unique flower. In the male-dominated Great Wei Dynasty, she managed to become the biggest winner among women. As a commoner, she became the queen, without in-laws and sisters-in-law to worry about. The Emperor doted on her excessively, and in the end, she stood at the pinnacle of power in the
210.16 Million words | 2022-07-30 20:09Update
Without human trafficking, how can there be an abundance of talented individuals and thriving economy with numerous resources? Without corruption, how can we revitalize the economy and improve employment rates? Without scheming, how can we manipulate the weak and overpower various power players? As an idealistic and ambitious young woman from a respectable family who has achieved success in her career, Bai Fuling believes that what she needs is a loyal male companion who can be her punching bag, not this kind of black-bellied man who enjoys tormenting her. Faced with an unruly and formidable enemy she cannot avoid, she can only use her skills to handle people and engage him in a battle of wits until the end. ...◆◆◆ The path of a queen, with subjugating others as a foundation ◆◆◆... This lighthearted and sweet romance novel has been thoroughly edited and published, ensuring its excellent quality. Click on the【Author Information】above to learn more
91.08 Million words | 2022-10-17 03:37Update
Yan Lingyue was the cherished princess of the King of Beiyuan, who went through the devastation of her nation, only to be reborn as the legitimate daughter of the Prime Minister of the Great Zhou Dynasty. She was forced into marriage, destined to marry a fool? However, Zhou Ziyu, although mentally challenged, was exceptionally handsome and the beloved Ninth Prince of the Great Zhou. Seeking revenge, she donned a red dress and turned him into her foolish husband. In the depths of the palace, she played the role of a clever woman, fighting against the treacherous princess, and manipulating him to turn the Great Zhou upside down. Pretending to be a fool, he deceived her heart. It turned out that he was not truly foolish! This is a story of a pampered female protagonist versus a loyal male protagonist, where love and power are evenly matched!
34.59 Million words | 2022-05-19 04:14Update
As a wealthy and ambitious businesswoman, Song Anran is expanding her commercial empire and dealing with all sorts of challenges. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she wakes up to find herself transported back in time to ancient China as the daughter of a high-ranking official. Song Anran is faced with a fresh start and numerous obstacles, including her scheming stepmother and half-brother, greedy relatives, and gold-digging suitors. Determined to continue her fight, Song Anran refuses to be overwhelmed by the hardships that come her way.
362.21 Million words | 2021-05-05 20:21Update
New Edition of 'Famous Makeups' ~ (≧▽≦)/~ One is a stunning and knowledgeable legitimate daughter; Another is a beautiful niece who remains calm and composed in all situations, yet a bit mischievous. One is a charming and carefree man without boundaries; Another is a refined second-generation with a deep knowledge of poetry and books. Any well-mannered young lady with slightly orthodox thoughts would probably choose this refined gentleman. So, how can the stunning legitimate daughter let go of such a perfect husband? And thus, the story begins...
55.74 Million words | 2020-10-09 01:43Update
She heartlessly abandoned her childhood sweetheart and entered the palace for the sake of protecting her family, hoping to be selected by the emperor. Unexpectedly, she became a maid in the presence of the Fourth Prince Yinzhen due to a twist of fate. From then on, her life became intertwined with Yinzhen, involving both humility and glory, joy and despair. From the forty-third year of Kangxi to the first year of Yongzheng, she stood by his side for a total of nineteen years, eventually ascending to the highest throne. However, what did they have left when all the flowers withered?
809.10 Million words | 2020-07-31 01:51Update
Charge forward! Crossing through wind and frost, witnessing the rise of storms, the anger of the seas, the division of continents, and the wars of seven nations. Charge forward! Amidst golden wind and jade dew, encountering peach blossom horses, the purple-gold palace, love and hatred, and the tribulation of the heart. A heroic tomb-robbing woman traverses to the mighty Five Continents, embarking on a journey of thousands of miles, seizing the commands of the seven nations, and finally arriving at the Northern Sky Shrine, fulfilling the ultimate longing in her heart. What kind of love encountered along this path is it a bonfire atop a solitary peak or a sword fight drenched in blood with just a glance back? Is it the autumn wind blowing over a clear stream or a swift horse galloping through a deep forest under the cold moon? When love and choices meet at a narrow path, who will emerge victorious? She says, 'I can offer you nothing but this passionate spirit of mine. If you reject it, I will have no choice but to spill your blood.' She says, 'All my efforts in life have contradicted true love. Is it the irony of fate? Then I will defy fate.' Three feet of torn silk, a zhang of blood splattered. Expanding lands by a thousand miles, tens of thousands of corpses lying in its wake. The phoenix rises to the sky in a single day when the wind blows. When reaching the pinnacle of the world, who will she meet? Thousands of miles of rivers and mountains, enchanting in their human and demon splendor.
138.72 Million words | 2021-04-06 04:01Update
A female assassin from ancient times is reincarnated as a naive and sweet girl in the 21st century, instantly becoming the secretary to a renowned hotel group's CEO. The duty of an assassin is to be cold-hearted and merciless towards her prey. But life is unpredictable! How will she choose between love and duty? Will they journey towards glory together or destruction?
80.34 Million words | 2021-11-05 10:31Update
The Black-bellied Demon King and the Turtle Soft Sister Battle. Silly and sweet ancient love story. [Complete Text] The beautiful woman, as the boss of a generation of black-bellied, has seen many Lord Zhaos, but he has never seen anyone as difficult to deal with as Xie Xu Ji... Temptation didn't work, although this woman loves money, she never wants to take advantage for nothing. He gave her rouge, flower powder, jewelry and tried to run away with the money. Even promising her the position of queen consort didn't interest her. Seduction seems to be the most effective method, but unfortunately, it fails every time. When he is gentle to her, she suspects he has ulterior motives. When he is indifferent to her, she doesn't care at all. When he troubles her, he basically achieves nothing and any problem will be unexpectedly solved when it comes to this woman. Her response to him is always, "I don't want anything used by others except for gold, silver, and antiques!" ◆ This work is published under the name "Full Court Joy" and has a complete series of published works. You can see it by clicking on [Author Information] above.
68.50 Million words | 2020-08-24 21:47Update
Shen Guiyan, at the age of five, could recite the Thousand Character Classic, and at six, could compose her own music on the piano. At seven, she wrote poems while burning incense, and at eight, she became engaged to the son of the current Prime Minister. Everyone believed this girl was born with exceptional talent and a fortunate destiny. However, a girl from modern times arrived and turned her innocent sister into a cunning one, snatched her husband, harmed her birth mother, and threw her down from the heavens, laughing arrogantly: 'Can a mere feudal woman compete with a woman of the 21st century?' Plotting and scheming, she altered Shen Guiyan's fate, ruined her marriage, and married her off to a playboy. But in doing so, she unintentionally brought about an extraordinary encounter for her. A mad monk predicted her future: great hardships at the age of fifteen, great joy at twenty, and great sorrow with white hair. Shen Guiyan didn't believe in fate, she only believed in overcoming it. Those who owe her will ultimately have to repay her. Those who have harmed her will ultimately go to hell. Is crossing over impressive? Is rebirth impressive? Even if you have dozens of magical tools, I'll chop them all off one by one! 'Your sister is actually a good person,' said Gu Chaobei. 'Where is the goodness?' Shen Guiyan smiled coldly. 'At least she allowed me to meet you. If I hadn't met you, life would have been so boring.'
59.22 Million words | 2021-05-08 10:35Update
Su Yingying was 'exchanged' and crossed over to become the second young master of the Qin family. Before she could immerse herself in the joy of abundant wealth, what? She had to disguise herself as a man all the time? She had to face the sadistic elder brother, the brawling mother, and the unruly fiancée! Pity her for this seemingly high-end and classy beginning after crossing over; who knows if what lies ahead is a vulgar, melodramatic, and extremely frustrating ending.
44.44 Million words | 2022-03-21 19:56Update
In the previous life, I entered the palace as a criminal, experiencing shock and heartbreak at every turn, and eventually became the all-powerful Empress Dowager. All of this, only to support the son of my benefactor and repay the favor of a meal. In the end, I passed away and was reborn fifteen years later as an ordinary official's daughter. The political situation, conspiracies and intrigues, were all far away from her. Family matters, trivialities, and the necessities of life made up the most real aspects of her existence. Now, let's witness how the reincarnated Empress Dowager, shedding all the glitz and glamour, finds true love in the ordinary world. (Hey, you, the man, stop right there, how dare you run away from me! Also, please note that this story develops slowly.)
116.14 Million words | 2021-04-29 15:58Update
She does everything slowly. Walks slowly, talks slowly, deceives slowly— Shh— Don't say it, don't say it... (This story is about 10,000 words long, featuring a pet-fiction style different from previous lengthy novels. Special thanks to Jiaozhi for creating the original cover image for this book.)
41.20 Million words | 2022-01-21 00:02Update
On the eve of the grand wedding, I was thrown into a snake pit by my husband-to-be. I was reborn as the nine-year-old Miss of a general's mansion, gradually growing stronger, waiting for the perfect moment to take revenge... The man leaned lightly on the soft couch and said, "My darling, the mountains and rivers are my bridal gift. Will you marry me?" "I'm sorry, I won't marry you!" "Oh~ You don't have a say in this!" "Umm..." **Dear readers, a new book is here! Please support it and don't forget to show your support by clicking 'Favorites.' Thank you! As for updates, there will be at least two chapters every day, released at 8 PM and 11:40 PM respectively. Thank you for your company. I'll work hard, so please support me.
105.12 Million words | 2021-12-01 00:53Update
