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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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Unrivaled Stallion Fiction
Unrivaled Stallion

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.

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Riches and Honor await at the door. Fiction
Riches and Honor await at the door.

Official Introduction: Father was framed and imprisoned by his clan. On the night of her wedding, she was killed by her husband. Reborn at thirteen, will she be able to start over again? As she undergoes a transformation, she must seize control of her own life... Private Introduction: Reborn, she strives to change her life. As she puts in effort, there will eventually be rewards. But the one by her side always remains a lingering presence that she cannot let go of... The road to rebirth is full of splendor, love is deeply moving, the supporting female character hides her true self, and the male lead is not a background character nor an icy-faced person. The supporting male character is both loathed and loved simultaneously.

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Adorable Wife and Master Chef Fiction
Adorable Wife and Master Chef

Modern woman Ye Jiayao unexpectedly travels back in time and becomes Ye Jin Xuan, the daughter of magistrate Ye Binghuai. In a twist of fate, she is kidnapped by the Black Wind Village and ends up marrying Xia Chunyu, who was once the crown prince but is now undercover in the village. With their contrasting ideologies, the two of them meet and set off a series of hilarious stories. Ye Jiayao employs various tactics and uses her exceptional cooking skills to capture Xia Chunyu's heart through his stomach. However, Xia Chunyu, who lacks a sense of humor, always has a countermove. As they joke and play, they gradually get to know and support each other, eventually becoming a loving couple.

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All my brothers are geniuses except for me, I'm a waste. Fiction
All my brothers are geniuses except for me, I'm a waste.

As the gentle and fragile girl in the eyes of the world, she actually feels quite wronged. Clearly, she is very strong, ridiculously strong. Everyone knows that the useless Fifth Miss of the Prime Minister's Manor has four powerful elder brothers who dote on her, but suddenly, one day, all her brothers go missing. Those who have long envied and resented her see this as an opportunity to kick her while she's down, eagerly trying to take advantage of the situation. However, they end up being beaten to the point of wailing like ghosts and howling like wolves. The Fifth Miss smiles softly and says, "Oh well, if I've lost my big thighs, I'll just be my own support." It is

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Lady Yuniang of the Great Tang Fiction
Lady Yuniang of the Great Tang

"The Story of Lady Yu in the Great Tang Dynasty" has an exciting and captivating plot, created by the author Jia Caimi. It is a well-written novel with a delightful storytelling style. The chapters are available for free reading online on the Novel Fun Pavilion, offering Jia Caimi's latest refreshing and clean prose.

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The Good Wife Fiction
The Good Wife

They say saving a life is better than building a seven-layered pagoda. She saved an old man, but got shot and fell off a cliff, turning into a lump of mud. In her final moments, the old man turned into an immortal and waved his dust-cloth, smiling and saying, "I grant you a lifetime of glory!" Then, she was reborn. But why am I back to being six years old, with no parents, only a younger brother, and living in a dilapidated haunted house with wind blowing in from all sides? What happened to a lifetime of glory? Alright then! I am a soul from the new era of time-traveling, and I shall rely on myself to have enough food and clothing. What? My sister was sold? And my little brother is wandering somewhere? When the unyielding spirit inside me ignites, what does it matter if I control the world!

133.93 Million words | 2022-11-03 09:15Update

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The Original Wife's Manual Fiction
The Original Wife's Manual

In the mirror of flowing light, glimpsing the future. Trapped in the red brocade tent, the mandarin ducks struggled. On the Naihe Bridge, people coming and going. Tigers and wolves lurking by the weak river. Once we had joined hearts, wildflowers were unworthy of cutting. It's a pity that the reincarnated woman seeks not this life but the next. The original wife from the native land displays divine power, ensuring that both this life and the next will be empty for you! ——*——*——*——*—— PS: Beauty, I have a prestigious "Handbook for the Original Wife" here, with an additional one hundred and eight techniques for taming husbands. It can prevent the mistress from taking your place, destroy the continuation of the family line, and even defeat your confidante, soulmate. How about it? ——*——*——*——*—— There is a completed trilogy of ancient fiction: "Smoke and Water," "Rebirth Space Rules," and "Walking Hand in Hand with the Son." Currently, a serialized VIP fantasy and immortal cultivation novel "Repairing the Sky Chronicle." Guaranteed quality, welcome to jump into the pit. O(∩_∩)O

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Otaku Fiction
Otaku

Reborn, she, who graduated with a major in architecture in her past life, may not become a legitimate noble woman, but in this ancient era with only shabby thatched houses, she should still be considered half a technical genius. Wherever she goes, she can display her skills. Who would have expected that in the Great Rong Dynasty, everyone relies on the I Ching for divination, predicting fortunes before leaving the house, and casting a hexagram upon entering. Her father is the grand national teacher who directly controls the fate of the dynasty. Compared to her amazingly talented younger sisters, she is even more useless than a waste. Who cares if she can build tall buildings? Just as she was about to become a freeloader at home, she suddenly heard, "Two hundred taels of silver, who will build a magnificent mansion with me?" This is what they call, gold never rusts.

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Records of the Spring Boudoir Fiction
Records of the Spring Boudoir

Gu Jinzhi was born into a family of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners. She married into a rich and influential family, living a life of both glory and exhaustion. When she realized she hadn't died, but had instead been reincarnated as an ancient noblewoman, a sense of boredom washed over her. And then, when she saw a man who looked exactly like her previous life's husband, she shrugged it off. The calm lake of life suddenly created ripples...

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Kill the Sand. Fiction
Kill the Sand.

Talking about wishes, perhaps no one will believe it. But Xie Rouhui's biggest wish is to be able to say no. It all started from the summer when she was twelve years old. If she had said no back then, her older sister would not have been swept away by water. She wouldn't have been shunned by her family, abandoned by her own child, married off to the Prince of the North as a concubine by her father, or humiliated by the Prince's heir. And she wouldn't have ended up strangled to death today, with her eyes wide open, unable to find peace.

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Busy Farming through Time Travel Fiction
Busy Farming through Time Travel

Chen Yu, a home-loving girl, was playing QQ Farm when she was unexpectedly struck by lightning. She crossed over to a different world and became a rural girl. Luckily, the game came along with Chen Yu and underwent mutation, ensuring her survival. Even as a village girl, she can still live a splendid life.

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Serve people. Fiction
Serve people.

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

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Graceful and elegant. Fiction
Graceful and elegant.

In my two lifetimes, the flowers withered in the Wang Residence. I simply wanted to indulge in a life of leisure, savoring food and drink, becoming a recluse. Love whoever I want, I never expected to be entangled in the power struggles of the royal family... Oh dear, my lord, how did my petite figure become enchanting in your eyes? Yes, I am the thorn in your side, destined to be with you for eternity.

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The Shu Brocade Family Fiction
The Shu Brocade Family

Yang Jingyuan is a true playboy. Born into wealth and handsome. His greatest achievement is knocking others down in a fight while still standing himself. Earned the admiration of other playboys. But when he meets Ji Yingying, his proud heart starts falling from the sky. Falls into the mud, and gets disdainfully stepped on by her. Yang Jingyuan is furious: he must make Ji Yingying look up to him. And then extend his hand to her, generously saying, 'I forgive you.' When the Shu spicy lady meets the great Tang playboy, who will win?

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Reborn: The Cold-door Sister-in-law Fiction
Reborn: The Cold-door Sister-in-law

Reborn into an era without modern technology and internet, I found myself in a destitute family. The original host had some mental deterioration and was already married. But that's not the most unfortunate part. The most unfortunate part is being the eldest sister-in-law with a bunch of idle family members to take care of. And, more importantly, there's an adorable little bun who calls me "mother". Well, for the sake of these children, I can only give it my all. Though lacking in any special skills, all I have is a pair of diligent hands and a heart longing to become prosperous...

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The Return of the Legitimate Daughter. Fiction
The Return of the Legitimate Daughter.

The early death of her mother, and the subsequent murders of her brothers, shrouded the Han family in a great conspiracy. When Han Jiangxue is reborn, her life is destined to be glorious! Her rebirth is not only for revenge, but also to protect her loved ones! Her glory lies not only in achieving success and fame, but also in having a life partner to weather the storms together! With the return of the legitimate daughter, she seeks a lifetime of peace and guards a lifetime of tranquility!

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The Princess of the Farming Family and Her Husband's Journey Fiction
The Princess of the Farming Family and Her Husband's Journey

A comedy police officer travels back in time and becomes the second young lady of the Ren family. She wants to live a peaceful life but ends up being exiled with her whole family. To make matters worse, the poor boy who was rejected by her predecessor and was supposed to escort them on the journey is now in charge... The journey of exile is filled with joy as the time-traveling police officer becomes a frustrated female prisoner, while the boy transforms from a poor youth to a master. Together, they create a legendary life with their love-hate relationship. The female lead is carefree, violent, and optimistic, while the male lead is passionate and cunning, a loyal servant capable of anything.

167.06 Million words | 2022-10-06 05:00Update

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Rules of Pet Marriage Fiction
Rules of Pet Marriage

It is said that the Qi family in Lianhua Town went all out to marry the ugliest son, Dingding, to the most beautiful third daughter of the Yun family in the surrounding area of Fangyuan. The entire town was watching, wanting to see how the Yun family's third daughter would despise this out-of-style ugly family. But to everyone's surprise, the delicate little wife seemed to be blind and saw the ugly man becoming more handsome as she looked at him. She even lived a contented life, which was really unfathomable. With her fingertips between her teeth, Yun Sanjie looked at her husband and said, "My husband is so handsome and faithful. Only fools would be disgusted." The fools in the town: ... Qi Jing said, "My wife is so beautiful, skillful, virtuous, and easy-going. But she must be guarded to prevent her from being taken advantage of." The little wife who had been sarcastically mocked by Yun Sanjie in secret: ...

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Golden beauty Fiction
Golden beauty

The Jin family of Dawu Dynasty was so poor that they only had money left. Besides that, they also had a layer of hypocritical thick skin. With a secret rebirth, Jin Linglong glanced at the dazzling golden treasures around her, then looked at her empty and skillful hands, and whispered, "As long as it's something I want, I can steal it. But why should I steal so much? It's tiring." Someone sneered, "If you're capable, why don't you steal me as well?" Updates will be made every morning and evening. Extra updates for Heshi Jade and monthly votes.

154.86 Million words | 2022-10-03 16:26Update

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Girl Fiction
Girl

The stepmother was as beautiful as a flower, while the stepsons were as fierce as wolves...

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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.

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