If you are a fan of historical fiction and have a special interest in the eternal city of Rome, there are numerous captivating novels that will transport you to ancient times, immersing you in the rich tapestry of Roman history, culture, and politics. Whether you're intrigued by the grandeur of the Roman Empire or the intrigue of ancient Roman society, these novels will satisfy your craving for all things Rome. 1. "I, Claudius" by Robert Graves: This acclaimed historical novel takes you deep into the political and personal intrigues of ancient Rome. Written as an autobiography of Emperor Claudius, it offers a firsthand account of the power struggles and dark secrets that plagued the imperial family. 2. "Pompeii" by Robert Harris: This gripping tale is set against the backdrop of the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The story follows the journey of a young engineer tasked with maintaining the Roman aqueducts, as he unravels a conspiracy that threatens not only his own life but also the future of Pompeii. 3. "Masters of Rome" series by Colleen McCullough: For an epic saga spanning several volumes, this meticulously researched series delves into the lives of key historical figures like Julius Caesar, Sulla, and Cicero, offering a panoramic view of the last century of the Roman Republic. 4. "Imperium" by Robert Harris: This novel presents an intimate glimpse into the rise of one of history's most notable figures, Cicero. Set in the turbulent times of the late Roman Republic, it explores his ambitions, oratory skills, and political maneuverings as he strives to preserve the Roman Republic amidst treacherous conspiracies. If you want to explore further into the world of Roman historical fiction, there are several websites dedicated to recommending and reviewing these types of novels. Websites like Goodreads and Historical Novel Society provide comprehensive lists, user reviews, and ratings to help you discover new authors and titles. Immerse yourself in the grandeur, drama, and intrigue of ancient Rome through these captivating historical fiction novels. Through the pages of these books, you will embark on a journey back in time, where you can witness the rise and fall of empires and gain a deeper understanding of the eternal city's fascinating history. Happy reading!
Xiao Zhenlei, the leader of an international mercenary corps, was betrayed by his employer and killed by a missile strike. Unexpectedly, his soul crossed over to the body of a laborer in the Shanghai Bund during the late Qing Dynasty. This is an era where human lives are worthless, yet it also marks the beginning of a grand epoch. Let's witness how Xiao Zhenlei, with his leadership, steers the tide of history towards
369.77 Million words | 2020-12-08 09:45Update
If life were not limited to one existence, I would certainly reign over the myriad realms. In the tenth year of the Hongwu reign, Zhu Yuanzhang traveled to the year 1622 using a life simulator, arriving in the late Ming Dynasty. As he opened the history books and saw Zhu Di usurping the throne, he couldn't help but furrow his brow. Seeing the Great Ming War God sacrificing a million soldiers in battle, his expression turned somewhat dark. And when he learned that peasant uprisings were rampant during the reign of Chongzhen, with the Great Ming Empire on the verge of collapse, he could no longer sit idly by. All you unworthy descendants, get out of my way! What "Later Jin," what "King of Yan," Zhu Yuanzhang will make you all understand what
62.42 Million words | 2021-10-12 11:54Update
The Eastern Han Empire is plagued with crises on its borders! Crisis in the Northeast! Crisis in North China! Crisis in the Northwest! Crisis in the Southwest! Rebellion in the Central Plains is rampant! Who will save this empire in crisis? He is a descendant of a famous general from the Western Han, yet he serves the nation in the Eastern Han army. He has accomplished numerous extraordinary feats, yet has been suspected multiple times. However, no matter the hardships and difficulties, he will grow in adversity. With his battle spirit, a god of war shall emerge!
553.31 Million words | 2021-08-01 21:02Update
He didn't have any exceptional talents, but as the young master of the Yang Clan, one of the three super clans of the empire, and with a beautiful and delicate wife to protect, he had no other choice. He could only throw himself into this era of great heroes and emerge as a hero himself, steadily advancing, advancing, until he sacrificed his personal interests for the nation.
384.03 Million words | 2022-06-26 07:12Update
Surname Zhang, given name Han, courtesy name Bingliang; slapping the Han palace beam with a palm; the Yellow Turbans were originally street performers; I formed an oath brotherhood with Xuan De in a hurry. Meng De here, a friend in need; assisting Jiangdong, making a famous name; establishing a grand hall with three parts of the world; raising nobility and becoming a powerful minister. Seven expeditions in the Central Plains, creating waves; the Three Kingdoms will eventually perish; spending a lifetime lying by the bedside; the hearts of the people hold the world. *************************************************************************** Twisting and pulling + imagination + mischievousness + the truth of history = what you see. Compared to official history, this is an uncensored story! Do you really think that knowing a little history can go back in time and change everything? In fact, the people of that era would tell you that what's written in books is all fake! 【If you love me, please click on me. If you don't love me, please click on me to die. - Nan Nan】
289.93 Million words | 2023-05-30 10:56Update
In the early years of the Northern Song Dynasty, a young servant under the East Gate Mansion of Qinghe County, carrying the secrets of the mansion, navigates through the streets and alleys of Qinghe County, amidst Mo, Baishui, and Black Mountain, entangled in a struggle between the Wude Department, the Chai family, Lady Huarui... facing life and death choices.
236.31 Million words | 2021-09-28 01:02Update
In the year , amidst the fires and smoke of war between the Xiang Army and the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom, a young Chinese naval captain crossed over, altering the destiny of all humankind!
375.96 Million words | 2022-06-11 12:13Update
Bai Peiwen, the young master of Baiyuan Tea Plantation, met Zhan Hanyan, a tea picker, by chance and was attracted by her noble and pure temperament. Thus, with Bai Peiwen's efforts, they embarked on a difficult journey of love. After marriage, Bai's mother disapproved of Hanyan, who had once been a dancer, and Hanyan endured humiliation and eventually disappeared during a heavy rainstorm. Later, a ruthless fire destroyed Hanyan's mansion, and Peiwen lost his sight. Ten years later, Hanyan returned to the ruined mansion of Hanyan and reunited with the blind Peiwen and their lovely daughter. She realized that she could never be separated from them anymore... Was she truly Hanyan? The name that had been buried in Peiwen's heart for ten years, could it be revived as Fang Siying? How deep is the courtyard, and can the past covered in dust be forgotten? Will the love and grudges before their eyes be carried away by the wind?
543.14 Million words | 2023-06-05 22:37Update
To prevent future troubles, Wang Pu eliminated the Manchu invaders! In order to pacify the border regions, Wang Pu conquered the entire vast desert. To train his army, Wang Pu needed a lot of silver. To make money, Wang Pu had to resort to every means possible, which inevitably led to entanglements with the famous beauties of the Qinhuai River. To maintain the unity of the empire, Wang Pu exterminated Li Zicheng and Zhang Xianzhong, and flayed and dismembered the notorious traitor Wu Sangui, using his skin to make lanterns. ... This book is purely fictional, please do not take it seriously.
453.38 Million words | 2021-05-20 14:02Update
A modern person named Liu Feng became the adopted son of Liu Bei, the founding emperor of Shu Han. This identity was originally honorable, as Liu Bei did not yet have a son of his own, especially one named Adou. However, as a modern person, Liu Feng knew that in the near future, Liu Bei's biological son Adou would be born, and he, as the adopted son, would become a thorn in Liu Bei's side. In the end, he was condemned to death. As a man, he couldn't passively accept his fate and silently await death. He wanted to take control of his own destiny and the fate of Shu Han and its courtiers. Shu Han, I shall take charge. When it comes to reading online literature, use the magnificent Bambook. Official website, direct sales only!
313.54 Million words | 2023-01-30 16:11Update
Special Forces Soldier Lin Feng, during a mission, had an out-of-body experience and inexplicably traveled through time and space, possessing the body of a foolish and tyrannical emperor. He became a new emperor with knowledge, culture, resources, and abilities. In a world of turmoil and competition for supremacy, wars raged on and the beauty of the land enticed. Within the palace, beauties filled every corner, embracing him from left to right. On the battlefield, brilliant generals emerged, but I alone reigned supreme. Recruiting famous generals, seizing beauties, dominating the world, and unifying the land. Custom labels by the author: Return of the Strong, Special Forces, Iron and Blood.
436.69 Million words | 2022-04-06 22:26Update
In the capital city, there is an inn called Fusheng. The innkeeper possesses two treasures: wine and "The Book of Beauties". The wine is a soul-stirring strong liquor, while "The Book of Beauties" contains the ever-changing stories of beautiful women in the mortal world. In just a few words, it encompasses the joys and sorrows of life, and the legendary lives of these beauties are like songs. The stories are about wine, and the listeners are numerous, with not an empty seat in the house. With a bang on the wooden stage, the story begins: Today, let's talk about the day when Su's daughter married Nanqing, which almost caused a sensation in the entire city of Nanjing! As the saying goes, forcibly picked fruits are not sweet. This husband, obtained at gunpoint, also comes with a pregnant young woman trailing behind him...
62.95 Million words | 2023-06-16 00:11Update
Empresses in the Palace: The Legend of Ru Yi is a six-volume novel by Liu Lianzi. It was published by China Overseas Press in 20XX. The story is a sequel to Story of Yanxi Palace and focuses on the power struggles among the concubines in the Qing dynasty's harem, including the main protagonist, Ula Nara Ru Yi, Gao Jia Xi Yue, Fucha Lang A, Jin Yu Yan, and Wei Yan Wan. The novel was adapted into a TV drama in 20XX and started filming in the month of XX, before being released in 20XX.
188.73 Million words | 2022-11-11 09:43Update
Four college students who were originally classmates are transported back to the Qing Dynasty due to a strange lightning incident. They each possess and inhabit the bodies of four different individuals with contrasting yet interconnected destinies. The change in their identities leads them to experience various different fates. Will they succumb to their own destinies? Will their arrival change the troubled era of the late Qing Dynasty? Not only do they have to combat their own fates, but they also bear the burden of struggling for the fate of the entire nation. All because of this time travel, they become a part of history! In this year, a colorful era begins. In this year, the young nobleman Ronglu, who is only sixteen years old, still mourns his father's death at the hands of the rebels in the Longlao Ridge Battle, while seeing off his beloved into the palace. In this year, the eighteen-year-old Yehenara Xingzhen is selected to enter the palace through the imperial selection. She will become the future Empress Dowager Cixi, with all the unknowns in the palace awaiting her. In this year, Hong Xuanjiao, the adopted sister of the Heavenly King, is leading an all-female army in Chenzhou. She finds herself caught in a dilemma due to secret orders from the Heavenly King.
410.67 Million words | 2020-09-29 23:21Update
Looking down upon the realms and emanating unparalleled elegance, he is the esteemed and supreme Zhonghua, the pinnacle figure of the immortal sect. Towering above all, he is adored and admired by many, yet forever out of reach. In the celestial realm of fate, she innocently approaches him and becomes his disciple. With inherent demonic aura and a destined path towards darkness, unable to cultivate celestial arts, it matters not, as long as she can stay by his side. But she finds herself helplessly and desperately falling in love with him, unable to look up at him, yet unable to resist doing so. All she desires is to be with him, accompanying him through countless lifetimes. Yet, fate is not so merciful, as the enmity between the immortal and demonic realms is far from over. Everything has only just begun!
233.09 Million words | 2020-12-09 06:40Update
A powerful aristocrat, Zhao Zhiyun, was enjoying himself when Chu Wunian became his personal maidservant. She stayed by his side day and night, assisting him in grooming and dressing. He had expected her to be by his side, to see each other candidly, but he never expected her to betray him! Zhao Zhiyun, his eyes red with anger, said, "I taught you the art of manipulation, the art of scheming against others, and you use what I taught you against me?" Chu Wunian, with a smile on her face, said, "But I am just your plaything." He turned around and only uttered one word: "Get out." From now on, we are each our own masters, and when we meet again, I
111.62 Million words | 2020-11-27 16:23Update
The Miss of the Prime Minister's Mansion, the future Crown Princess, was framed for adultery with a guard. She was falsely accused of treason and selling the country. The Prime Minister's Mansion was ruthlessly destroyed, and the Miss was subjected to a slow and torturous death. The national treasure, the sinking incense plaque, disappeared without a trace. Returning covered in blood, she adopted the alias of Gu Yu and became a mysterious witch. She killed the Duke, vanquished demons, helped the Crown Prince eliminate rebellious factions, and stabilized the kingdom. At the chaotic burial ground, she peeled off a piece of the Prince's skin, which incurred the Prince's wrath and a debt collection visit. Realizing she couldn't afford the consequences, she decided to run away. But the Crown Prince said, "You are destined to be my Crown Princess, and the sinking incense plaque is proof." The Prince said, "Debt must be repaid, flesh must be returned. Don't even think about running away." Gu Yu said, "Well, how about both of you come into my trap?"
264.30 Million words | 2022-01-13 20:06Update
When a soul from the future traversed to the Ming Dynasty as a commoner, he fought his way towards the path of life with his knowledge from the future, striving forward despite being bound by the imperial court. He had to continue to work hard to protect his loved ones and his family. When he looked back, he realized that he had unknowingly become the backbone of the Ming Dynasty! This was a generation of national progress, an era where money was used as a weapon. In the first year of Jiajing, the curtain rose in a small mountain village in Shu.
573.96 Million words | 2022-02-24 03:58Update
I slept on a dragon couch at night, embraced by Empress He, but not Emperor Han Lingdi, Liu Hong. During the day, I commanded troops, with Lu Bu as my general. Wang Yun sent Diaochan to use a series of tricks against me, but not Dong Zhuo. If you ask who I am, in fact, I am a modern person who traveled through time to become a humble youth in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. In the chaotic era of the Three Kingdoms, why bother coming from a prestigious family? Four generations of high officials mean nothing more than transient clouds! Generational elites are nothing more than weeds! With my limited understanding of the Three Kingdoms, I dare to seize the imperial throne and become an emperor.
343.84 Million words | 2021-11-14 12:48Update
In the seventh year of the Sui Dynasty, it seemed to be a prosperous year. Emperor Yang of Sui set out to conquer Liaodong, aspiring to become an eternal emperor. Li Yuan, unknown and diligent, was overseeing provisions on the frontline in Liaodong. Zhilang Wang Bo was singing "The Long Spear Invades Half the Sky, The Round Blade Shines in the Sun" on Changbai Mountain. In the blink of an eye, war flames ignited. Li Shimin was full of confidence, Li Mi hung a book on the horn of a bull, and Zhang Xuduo was about to engage in countless battles on the yellow sand. Li Xuanba, Yuwen Chengdu, Qin Qiong, Yu Chigong, and Cheng Yaojin, these heroes also made their appearance. The picturesque landscape, the rivers and mountains stretching for thousands of miles; the stunning beauty of the country could intoxicate the world, with a dance that would move heaven and earth. Traveling through time and space, in this magnificent era, starting from the common people, practicing martial arts in Shaolin, gathering allies in Wagang, overlooking the world! There is already a completed novel with nearly two million words, guaranteed quality. This book is largely based on meticulous research, striving to be different from other Sui and Tang Dynasty works, presenting a unique and detailed era.
230.94 Million words | 2022-01-09 15:03Update
