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. For more historical fiction romance recommendations, websites such as Goodreads and BookBub offer a wealth of user-generated reviews, author interviews, and personalized book recommendations based on your preferences. Dive into these enchanting stories and let yourself be swept away by the magic of historical romance!
Stillness in another world, a forgotten village girl who is sick and dying seeks permission to return home for a peaceful reunion with her family and a final resting place. Returning to her pastoral countryside, with the love and care of her parents and siblings, her health improves. Her mother insists on finding her a good man to marry... To marry or not to marry? Marriage means a life filled with basic needs like food and clothing. It means having a stocked cupboard with oil, salt, soy sauce, vinegar, along with a shed for raising chickens, ducks, pigs, and rabbits. It means dealing with a few unscrupulous relatives and a pot full of old grudges and new grievances. Reputation, social status, societal expectations, and the attitude of the in-laws are all things she must face and handle with utmost seriousness. 'In the first half of my life, I was at the mercy of others. In the second half, I will rely on myself.' Good luck, Li Xin!
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Reborn in the Great Xia Empire, Sheng Siyan may appear harmless like a little white rabbit, delicate and easy to manipulate. Little do people know, she is actually a cunning and clever little fox who never loses. When it comes to choosing a spouse, the little fox naturally has a discerning eye. And so, Sheng Siyan realizes that she has been fortunate enough to pick a husband who brings his own invincibility halo to the table... O(∩_∩)O Haha, life is now enjoyable. Husband, you go engage in battles, I'll enjoy the blessings and comforts! Husband: =_= Isn't engaging in battles a woman's battlefield, my lady? You're being unfair... ——*——*——*——*—— A certain author has completed a trilogy of ancient-style novels: "Coldness of Smoke and Water," "The Rules of Reborn Space," "Walking Hand in Hand with You." There is also a completed fantasy martial arts and mystery novel "Replenishing the Sky Chronicle." And lastly, a completed lengthy historical romance novel "The Handbook for the Original Consort." Quality assured, feel free to jump into any of these stories. O(∩_∩)O
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General's Mansion's eldest daughter Duan Qingming, was persecuted to death by her half-sister Duan Yulan. Reborn at the age of nine, she vows to change her fate and seek revenge for herself and her children. Aunt Liu Rong presides over the affairs of the General's Mansion, manipulative and cunning. General Duan is about to go on a long expedition, not returning for three years. Duan Qingming must seize control during this time to avoid being at the mercy of others. Ning Mama, loyal to Duan Qingming, is framed by Aunt Liu Rong and is about to be expelled from the mansion. Nine-year-old Duan Qingming cleverly rescues her and begins to rewrite her life. In her past life, Duan Qingming's younger brother, Duan Yu, was corrupted by Aunt Liu Rong and ultimately died tragically in a brothel. In this life...
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Liang TianTian accidentally traveled through time and found herself in a destitute situation amidst ongoing conflicts. Her mother had passed away, leaving behind four little siblings, which overwhelmed Liang TianTian. They say stepmothers are cruel, but Liang TianTian realized that a stepmother could be just as unreliable these days. She decisively separated from her brothers and armed herself with the power of her spatial abilities, contemplating, "Should I make a fortune first, or make a fortune first?" Ling Xu woke up to find himself reborn into his childhood. Reflecting on the splendor of his past life, he suddenly realized that the only thing deeply etched in his memory was the girl who had walked out of the mountain ditch with him. When the transmigrated woman met the reborn man, Liang TianTian expressed that money still looked better.
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A concubine who doesn't aspire to become the main wife isn't a good concubine, and a consort who doesn't aspire to become the queen isn't a good consort. - Jingming's Guide to being a Concubine Rule 1 While ensuring one's heart remains unaffected, strive to occupy the emperor's heart as much as possible. - Jingming's Guide to being a Concubine Rule 2 This is Yunis's fourth time-travel novel, with a guaranteed drama of
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The favor has been repaid, the hatred avenged, and she is regretless - reborn! Same era, same name, different loved ones. She sighs with contentment, intoxicated by happiness. Father, an expert military general, vows to protect his daughter with a sword and eradicate any threat to their household. The protagonist advises against using brute force in the struggle for power within the household. The resourceful and ambitious mother vows to give the best of everything to her daughter. The protagonist remains speechless, as it is not what she desires. A certain prince says, "Marry me, marry me. I can warm your bed, sell cuteness, be treacherous, be loyal
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Husband for three generations without a son, mother-in-law eagerly awaits a grandchild; Despite ten years of marriage and no children of her own, she insists that her husband remain faithful and not take concubines! Even so, she is not satisfied and halfway through, abandons her husband and daughter to remarry into a life of honor and privilege!... The sorrow is, as the biological daughter of such a successful person, can the two words "tragic" and "pitiful" describe Song Miss's past life? Determined to start over, she is determined to become self-reliant and live a good life, but! How can she fix this jade pendant that was forcibly given to her? How can she handle this noble and arrogant
231.85 Million words | 2023-04-27 19:04Update
Zhao Xiu has a brother who is a marquis, and she has everything: family background, looks, talent, skills in women's arts, and capabilities. But she knows that in the eyes of others, she is still just a mediocre noble daughter, unable to compare with those noble young ladies. But... who wants to compare with them?!
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The Third Miss is known far and wide for her eccentricities. Rumor has it that she is foolish, dumb, and ugly... They say she couldn't read at six, couldn't compose poetry at eight, and couldn't recognize the way at ten... Yet she managed to win the favor of the prince, who dotes on her with arrogance and wickedness. She never refuses, always smiling carefree and fearless. Reborn through trials and tribulations, natural selection favors her, and she is worthy of his favor. She is willful and cunning, but always cautious, as he shields her from the world. A notorious empress is born, see how she turns the court upside down, donning a sheepskin in public and claws behind closed doors... She may pretend to be foolish and dumb, but she is actually incredibly intelligent. She may act ignorant, but she is gifted with extraordinary talent. Yet only in his presence does she reveal her true self. She can manage the kitchen, rule the halls, and oversee the mansion with abundant wealth. She employs her tactics, strategizes in secrecy, and most of all, she has no regrets as she remains beloved by him till old age.
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In her past life, she was born into a political family but had to be well-protected due to her health condition, gradually cultivating a dignified and quiet personality. In this life, she was born into a prestigious family but suffered from the early death of her mother, neglect from her father, torment from her stepmother, and indifference from her grandmother. Everyone praised Wang San Niang for being gentle and generous, but little did they know that she had also been spoiled and willful, unruly and indulgent. Facing the clamor of ghosts and monsters vying for power, she only saw it as the smoke of the office workplace. Facing waves of hostile forces approaching, should she fight or make peace? That is the question! Grandfather said, if you want to harm someone, you must eliminate their ability for revenge in order to extinguish their desire for revenge. Father said, the methods can be ruthless, but the attitude must be gentle. Grandmother said, learn to forgive and avoid easily making enemies. If there's no other choice but to fight, then fight to the bitter end. Mother said, don't choose the wrong opponent, otherwise you will lose before you even begin.
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Being drawn to a different world, with feeble parents above and hungry younger siblings below. The despicable relatives constantly harassing. Watch how she becomes a vicious woman, ruthlessly punishing those who deceive others, wielding her extraordinary powers, leading her family towards prosperity. Born as the legitimate daughter of a high-ranking official, she was abandoned by her elder sister and younger cousin. Witness how she makes a glorious comeback from a humble agricultural family. Commanding the winds and foretelling the heavens, the nobles of the capital soon flock to her side.
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Cheng Jiaoniang's foolish illness has healed, but she still feels like she is and is not Cheng Jiaoniang. Strange memories have arisen in her mind. As the abandoned daughter of the Cheng family, she has to return to the Cheng family. However, she has come to regain her memories, not to be bullied and looked down upon. ************************* Cover, produced by Mushuiyou~
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The divine physician Jiang Tong's entire family was massacred, filled with resentment, she died. Once she opened her eyes again, she became Shen Tian Shu, the eldest legitimate daughter of the Shen family who suffered abuse. She fought against her stepmother, punished her step-sister, controlled the family's food supply, holding the Shen family tightly in her hands. Changing her identity, displaying her medical skills, devising clever plans, she played with her enemies from her past life as if they were puppets in her palm. Shen Tian Shu, in two lifetimes, repaid grievances directly, repaid kindness with kindness, but was unjustly accused by one person... Someone: Wife, my heart is hurting again, quickly rub it for me. It's all because of the poison you administered years ago! [Expand][Collapse] Site reminder: If you think "The Embroidered Doctor Ascends to Phoenix" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and Weibo!
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Father died early and mother passed away recently. My legitimate older brother faked his death and fled. The despicable relatives are all worthless. Luckily, I have the support of the highly skilled young general and my powerful elder brother, who has received five-star reviews upon his triumphant return. With their help, the destitute county princess will rise in a brilliant counterattack! Group ID: [insert group number]
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【Cold Mansion Group Number: 】She was the legitimate daughter of the Hou Mansion, with a cold temperament that avoided the world's troubles. However, in a sudden moment of heart palpitations, she was mistaken as the one behind the massacre of her entire family. And the one who bestowed everything upon her was none other than the person she had wholeheartedly trusted, her close confidant and younger sister. In her reincarnation, she suppressed her own personality, putting on a facade of elegance and grace. She played her enemies against each other, suppressed her stepmother, eliminated the family traitors, and manipulated the court, blossoming in all her splendor. Taking lessons from her past life, she made a different understanding. She thought she would never love again in this life, but little did she know that she would meet him. From then on, they would traverse the ends of the earth, braving the dangers and challenges together, overturning the world in the process.
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【A Group of B Class Signed Works on Qidian Female Website】 Just married as a wife in a strange dynasty? Okay, fine, I can accept that. Just became a mother as a married woman?! Alright, fine, we don't have to be the evil stepmother to Snow White. But, are her "children" a bit too old?! With in-laws above, children below, and a group of scheming concubines, watch Red Chang, a woman from the modern era, deal with the mundane aspects of life in a grand mansion. The cover is designed by the author's pen name, Jiumo, thanks Jiumo! Reader's group: VIP reader's group, screenshot verification required to join (Full) (New) Reader's group for this novel: (Full) (New) **** This story is about to end. Please leave your pink votes for the author's new novel, "The Coquettish Lady of the Hou Mansion," for the PK contest. Please do not vote for this novel anymore. Thank you, everyone. **** There is also a completed novel called "The Days of Watching the Clouds Roll By." Please show your support (non-literary).
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Rebirth, transformed into a little girl, no need to fuss, woke up and already divided the family, with a spiritual liquid and a spiritual spring space! Making a big fortune! Various top-notch necessary equipment! But, can we please have less of it? The child of a lousy father and stepmother is too pitiful! The standard equipment for getting rich by farming! Can we have fewer fields? The environment is not safe! The landlady with all kinds of disasters and troubles is too "peacekeeping"! Which relative, if you're doing well as a prince, why cause trouble? This is a farming novel, not a palace intrigue story! You've crossed the line!
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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
Empress Dowager arranges a marriage, and that future husband, isn't he the cheap consort she grabbed randomly? Since then, Xia Qinghuan goes about like a crab, always walking sideways — whether he was a prince or an emperor! But she can't understand why, in front of this man, she can only be a gentle lamb. One day, Xia Qinghuan complains loudly, 'Emperor, didn't you say you will love and cherish me in this lifetime? Why do I only feel your oppression?' The emperor's hoarse voice slowly resounds, 'Good girl' — in this lifetime, you are my unbreakable longing...
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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!
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Also known as "A Wisp of Incense, Defying Yin and Yang". The first thing she saw upon waking up was her own coffin. As the daughter of the Ministry of Personnel's Chief Secretary's mansion, she had been regarded as a madwoman and sent to live with her third uncle since she was young. It had been ten years since then. She lived in poverty, ignored by everyone. In the past, she was oblivious to possessing strange yin-yang dual pupils that could decipher the secrets of the heavens. But after waking up from the coffin, her mind inexplicably gained troubling memories, as well as knowledge of making incense. With rare and exotic fragrances at her fingertips, the noble families competed to win her favor. Who had once whispered in her ear, promising never to abandon her in
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