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Top 10 Historical Fiction Romance Books Worth Reading

Looking for a captivating blend of history and romance in your next read? Look no further! In this article, we have handpicked the top 10 historical fiction romance books that will transport you to another time and sweep you off your feet. Get ready to dive into these mesmerizing tales filled with love, passion, and intriguing historical settings.

1. "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon: This epic time-travel romance introduces Claire Randall, a 20th-century nurse who finds herself transported back to 18th-century Scotland, caught in a passionate love triangle.

2. "The Bronze Horseman" by Paullina Simons: Set against the backdrop of World War II in Soviet Russia, this sweeping saga follows the forbidden love between Tatiana Metanova and Alexander Belov, amidst the chaos and devastation of war.

3. "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen: A timeless classic, this novel explores the complexities of romance in Regency-era England. Join Elizabeth Bennet as she navigates societal expectations and falls in love with the brooding Mr. Darcy.

4. "The Fiery Cross" by Diana Gabaldon: This installment from the popular Outlander series continues the love story of Jamie and Claire amidst the turmoil of the American Revolutionary War.

5. "Gone with the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell: Set during the American Civil War, this iconic novel follows the headstrong Scarlett O'Hara as she experiences love, loss, and resilience in her relentless pursuit of happiness.

6. "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah: Set in Nazi-occupied France, this heart-wrenching tale showcases the strength and sacrifices of two French sisters, Vianne and Isabelle, as they navigate love and war.

7. "Atonement" by Ian McEwan: This hauntingly beautiful novel revolves around an act of betrayal and its enduring consequences. Set before, during, and after World War II, it explores the themes of love, guilt, and redemption.

8. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Narrated by Death, this poignant story follows Liesel, a young girl living in Nazi Germany, and her bond with an unlikely friend as they navigate the power of words, love, and humanity amidst war.

9. "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón: Set in post-war Barcelona, this enchanting tale follows a young boy named Daniel as he uncovers a mysterious book and becomes entangled in a web of secrets, love, and forbidden romance.

10. "The Great Alone" by Kristin Hannah: This gripping novel takes you to 1970s Alaska, where Leni Allbright and her family strive to survive amidst the harsh wilderness. Amidst the challenges, Leni discovers love and strength in unexpected places.

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The Chaos Phoenix Scheme Fiction
The Chaos Phoenix Scheme

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

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Diyao Fiction
Diyao

As the legitimate daughter of the prime minister, I was not only betrayed by my lover and cousin, but my own life was lost, along with the destruction of the entire prime minister's residence. In my new life, I will stay away from imperial power, avoid scumbags and scheming women. All I want is to protect my own family. But why do you, Crown Prince, always come close to me?

70.85 Million words | 2021-10-20 05:56Update

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Doing Evil for the Empress-Consort Fiction
Doing Evil for the Empress-Consort

"Father, I don't want to marry a woman who has lost her chastity before marriage and is also foolish!" Su Qingyu's husband openly refused to marry at the wedding banquet, and his attitude was resolute! "Fool, are you pretending to be foolish!" Staring at her sister who had almost made her lose her chastity and who had been bound by someone, Su Qingyu from Zuiyue Tower burst into laughter when she saw her sister nakedly hanging at the city gate. But just then, her husband's voice appeared behind her, and the foolish consort was exposed! "So my little fool, you're not really foolish. Pretending to be a pig and eating the tiger, little fool, do you want to eat a wolf? There's a wolf here, do you want it?" Inside the room, the husband who openly refused to marry shamelessly kept pestering her to have a child. Eight or nine out of ten things in life don't go as planned, and in Su Qingyu's life, she hoped to be widowed! The procrastinator's new book has finally arrived. Immortal baby, please give me your recommendations, anticipation, collections, and rewards. Muah! QQ Group: [group number], WeChat Official Account: Weiqingwan, Completed Works: "Rebirth in the Coffin: The Empress's Counterattack" [link], Rested Husband: [link], Completed Friend Works: "The Unexpected Ex-W

113.10 Million words | 2023-06-29 07:51Update

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The Wealth Story of a Rural Family Fiction
The Wealth Story of a Rural Family

The aim of a foodie is to taste all the gourmet dishes in the world. Being able to recognize childhood friends by their taste is extraordinary! Surprisingly, childhood friends not only resemble Pan An in appearance, but also possess remarkable qualities! Transforming into a loyal prince is even more extraordinary! Speaking of Luo's Man Niang, who wouldn't give a thumbs up and envy her? This girl is truly extraordinary, obtaining the title of princess just by eating, tsk tsk, truly fortunate.

93.03 Million words | 2021-01-23 20:03Update

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He Bi Fiction
He Bi

Sang Xia occasionally fantasizes about what her mysterious father, deeply hidden by her mother, looks like. But she never imagined that when they finally meet, it would be a battle for survival. She has more than just kicking that scum off the throne in mind, she also aims to replace him! Who will stand by her side?

34.25 Million words | 2023-02-25 19:35Update

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My Buddies are all Sick Fiction
My Buddies are all Sick

One day, I entered a mountain where everyone inside was sick, except for me. In other words, this is a crazy story of who is the craziest among the mentally ill, with a princess taking care of a group of psychiatric patients. (Laughs)

33.07 Million words | 2021-12-12 00:39Update

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Shattered Land Fiction
Shattered Land

In a turbulent world, an orphan was confronted with a massacre upon their first encounter. Hoping to grow up quietly and reunite with their family if fortunate, they find themselves entangled in a martial arts conflict. With the intention of learning swordsmanship from them and becoming a great hero, little did they know they were already entwined in a grand conspiracy. Their friends sacrifice for it, their loved one wanders because of it, and their family remains separated because of it, all orchestrated by the ones they once considered their own. They say the Liang Family Army is the most evil in the world, yet a man surnamed Liang has spent forty years in search of a woman. They say Da Yu is the best country in the world, yet its people cruelly harm their own kind. They say people in chaotic times are unworthy of happiness, yet the man and woman smile when they meet death. 'Qiao Meng, amidst this chaos, who else should we trust?'

44.91 Million words | 2020-11-26 02:43Update

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Two Empresses Fiction
Two Empresses

Mastering the art of controlling a husband, seizing the favor of the emperor, raising children with skill, and managing the household with strategies. Ah, what a perfect life. Your Highness, wake up! It's dawn. Have I gone mad? I have appointed two empresses and endure double slaps. What happened to the promised blessings? Who will save me from this bitter life? (*^__^*) Hehe…Spectators who enjoy a good show, welcome to the pit. Also, all kinds of requests, you know what I mean. Xoxo.

75.13 Million words | 2023-02-08 20:31Update

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Life is a technical activity Fiction
Life is a technical activity

Recommendation for the new book 'Noble Consort'. Lan Rui travels to become the unwanted daughter of a noble clan, disliked by her father, mother, sister, and grandmother. And that's not all, this extraordinary girl is fierce in daily martial arts and causes trouble regularly. Will she continue to be a substitute for her gentle nature or return to her true self? Click on the link below to read it.

46.75 Million words | 2022-02-09 17:57Update

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Gatehouse Female Forensic Doctor Fiction
Gatehouse Female Forensic Doctor

In the century, forensic doctor Xia Zhuqing travels through time and becomes the least favored legitimate daughter of the marquis. She dissects corpses, investigates cases, and admires optimistic people, yearning for a sunny life. Only after experiencing countless hardships, she realizes that the one who has always been by her side is the man with a cold face but a warm heart.

86.16 Million words | 2022-10-02 10:29Update

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In Pursuit of the Elusive Noble Lady Fiction
In Pursuit of the Elusive Noble Lady

Among all the wonders of the world, nothing surpasses the importance of a satisfying meal, and when it comes to wealth, I have something even better than others – a personal space at my disposal. With my exceptional skills and the ability to carry a space with me, I can conquer the world with ease. Follow the journey of Bai Qingshuang, a time-traveling woman, as she rises to power in ancient times, blossoming with beauty and capturing the hearts of everyone she meets. Ahem! In the face of unruly relatives, there's only one word: fight! In the midst of schemes and plots as a reincarnated younger sister, there are three words: fight like hell! Stay out of my way, spoiled young man; I am too busy to entertain you. Foolish prince, beware, for I will expose your true nature. And to the humble gentleman, please hurry and come, for your sister is patiently waiting for your proposal...

181.63 Million words | 2023-01-17 19:10Update

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Willing to be the Supporting Role Fiction
Willing to be the Supporting Role

In the future, one can travel between ancient and modern times by car, but working in the ancient world requires a visa. Chu Feifei, who grew up in an orphanage, is lucky to be selected by a system and given the opportunity to work in ancient times. A present-day idol superstar becomes her work partner, and a mysterious wealthy man clings to her without leaving. The beautiful girl next door is competent and capable, smart and beautiful... In the face of internal conflicts and palace intrigue, Chu Feifei intends to be the supporting role, watching as the female leads seize power and become empresses. Unfortunately, fate seems determined to disrupt her idyllic retreat plan...

147.65 Million words | 2020-11-11 07:46Update

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The Precious Farm Girl Fiction
The Precious Farm Girl

In her previous life, a noble and talented young lady was mistreated. Reborn, she seeks revenge and settles scores. She keeps a low profile to strategize for a life of glory. However, her mother is insane, a concubine takes the main seat, and her siblings are weak. Surrounded by enemies, the resilient Shui Yao must fight her way out.

81.32 Million words | 2021-09-12 06:07Update

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Spring Breeze Fiction
Spring Breeze

God smiled and said, 'Your beauty in the next life will be unparalleled!' She felt delighted... God envied and said, 'You will have immense wealth in the next life!' She secretly rejoiced... God sighed and said, 'You will be blessed with great happiness in the next life!' She was overjoyed... God lamented and said, 'You will be a man in the next life!' She fainted in disbelief... When she woke up, the first thing she did was to insult the God, just to return to her female identity. But as they say, no one is perfect, not even Gods... After experiencing everything in the world, she finally wrote: 'To live a humble life, especially as the daughter of a high official!'

67.42 Million words | 2023-03-05 00:23Update

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Fei Stealing Forbidden Fiction
Fei Stealing Forbidden

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

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The Elegant Doctor Fiction
The Elegant Doctor

Transmigrating into an ancient era of lush green mountains, flowing rivers, fragrant vegetation, life couldn't be better. At least the food consumed is all naturally and organically obtained, spending leisure time with playful cats, walking dogs, encountering hyenas, wolves, tigers, leopards, occasionally practicing medicine... living comfortably and freely!

69.00 Million words | 2020-10-07 04:07Update

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Coquetry Fiction
Coquetry

Ye Jiashu, the third young lady of the Ye family, has a stunning appearance, but she is completely manipulated by her stepmother and two elder sisters. In the end, she dies on the path of being sold. Upon reincarnation, the original owner refuses to be reborn, and instead, the soul of a modern person takes advantage of the opportunity. Who is using whom? Cultivating the extraordinary father, possessing exceptional pharmaceutical skills, Ye Manqing smiles with her curved eyes. This play is quite well performed.

95.65 Million words | 2022-04-23 06:19Update

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The Survival Code for Idle Days Fiction
The Survival Code for Idle Days

Transmigrated as a fallen queen who died early in the book, Zhao Yanan is a little panicky. Her carefully planned leisurely life is now in disarray. The harem is dangerous, with her own sister eyeing her position and the prime minister, who is waiting for her downfall to marry her, forcing her to become a virtuous empress.

136.93 Million words | 2021-10-28 12:05Update

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Rebirth of the Female General Star Fiction
Rebirth of the Female General Star

It is an old saying: "Generals come from the west, statesmen come from the east." Heye is a natural-born military genius. She is a substitute for her older brother, having fought on the battlefield for many years, pacifying the Western Qiang and establishing order in the southern barbarian lands. However, she achieved her military accomplishments and retired from service just as her older brother, who is of the same clan, recovered from illness. She got married. After marriage, she did not receive the affection of her husband and was afflicted by a strange illness, causing her to lose her sight. A beautiful concubine stood before her and spoke gently: "The medicine that caused your blindness was personally sent by the elders of your clan. Only a dead person would not reveal the secret. By staying alive, you are a tremendous threat to them!" As a renowned female general and heroine, she met an absurd fate, dying at the hands of an ignorant and jealous woman in her husband's residence. How ridiculous! When she woke up, she found herself in the position of a colonel's daughter in a training camp, weak and pampered, full of youthful exuberance. They wanted my achievements, they wanted my life, they wanted my soldiers, they took advantage of my emotions! In this second chance, she vowed to reclaim everything she had lost. Gathering the world's attention, she would be crowned as a beauty and dominate the nine provinces! As vast as the ocean is the military camp, and so it begins - she encounters her nemesis from her past life, that young general who was known for "pointing his spear, astonishing the world." A fierce female general and an explosive wolf-like young man, bound by their roles as dual generals. Please support the original work. Cheers~

129.39 Million words | 2021-12-17 06:01Update

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The legitimate daughter of the prominent family is as precious as a pearl. Fiction
The legitimate daughter of the prominent family is as precious as a pearl.

After the Duke of Heshun's manor had seven legitimate sons in a row, they finally welcomed a legitimate daughter. In response, the old duke gave instructions to the whole family: "Spoil her. Shower her with love. Let the entire household unite to dote on her." The newborn Wang Xi Bao was quite satisfied to have crossed over to a manor where everyone adored her. The only regret was that she bore the surname Wang and ranked eighth in line. Wang Xiao Ba! Who are you calling? I am the young lady of the Wang family. In this story, the male and female leads are childhood sweethearts and their love is deep. Witness how the young female lead leads her little husband out of difficulties and onto the path of success. See how the young male lead is trained by his wife to become a loyal and obedient husband. Please show your support and bookmark this story. (This story follows a joyful and warm route. There is no silly comedy, only sweetness.) A new book, "The Fierce Woman Marries Another Man's Wife," has been released. We welcome both new and old readers to enthusiastically support it!

208.54 Million words | 2022-07-30 14:23Update

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Peerless Divine Doctor: The Scheming Miss Fiction
Peerless Divine Doctor: The Scheming Miss

She was a divine doctor in the 24th century, with a silver needle capable of bringing the dead back to life. With a twist of fate, she became the despised young lady in the royal mansion. Devoid of spiritual powers and pride, she was belittled by her fiancé who brought a new lover to her doorstep. A once proud genius, how could she tolerate such insolence? With her silver needle in hand, the world was at her disposal. The treasures of the heavens and the earth were at her fingertips, and peerless martial arts came effortlessly. She would make them regret their actions! As the divine doctor roamed, souls trembled in the nine heavens. Unexpectedly, she saved a little follower. He was captivating and mysterious, ruthless in his methods, yet he became infatuated with the young girl who once saved his life by chance. "We're not acquainted," the divine doctor said with a cold gaze. He teased, "But don't we recognize each other once clothes are taken off? Shall I strip to see if we are still familiar?"

320.54 Million words | 2021-04-24 07:09Update

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