Introduction: Are you a fan of historical fiction stories that transport you to different eras and captivate your imagination? If so, you've come to the right place! In this article, we will delve into the world of good quality historical fiction stories, exploring popular authors, recommended novels, and helpful websites for your reading pleasure. So, sit back, relax, and let the historical adventure begin! 1. Best Historical Fiction Authors: When it comes to historical fiction, certain authors stand out for their ability to bring the past to life through their captivating storytelling. Here are a few esteemed authors you should definitely check out: - Philippa Gregory: Known for her engaging prose and meticulous research, Philippa Gregory weaves fascinating tales set in different periods, including the Tudor era and the War of the Roses. Her novel "The Other Boleyn Girl" is a great example of her incredible storytelling skills. - Ken Follett: A master of historical epics, Ken Follett delivers gripping narratives set against the backdrop of significant events such as World War II and medieval architecture. His renowned novel, "The Pillars of the Earth," has garnered immense praise for its rich historical detail. - Hilary Mantel: With her remarkable Tudor trilogy, beginning with "Wolf Hall," Hilary Mantel has gained critical acclaim and numerous awards. Her vivid portrayal of Thomas Cromwell's rise within the court of Henry VIII has captivated readers worldwide. 2. Recommended Historical Fiction Novels: If you're searching for enthralling historical fiction novels, here are some highly recommended titles that will transport you to different time periods: - "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Set in Nazi Germany during World War II, this poignant tale follows a young girl who finds solace in books and discovers the power of words amidst the chaos. - "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr: This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel intricately weaves the lives of a blind French girl and a German boy during World War II, showcasing the strength of humanity amidst the darkness. - "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah: Set in occupied France during World War II, this emotionally gripping story follows two sisters and their courageous efforts to resist the German occupation, highlighting the indomitable spirit of love and survival. 3. Websites for Historical Fiction Enthusiasts: Apart from exploring renowned authors and recommended novels, there are several websites that cater specifically to historical fiction enthusiasts. These websites provide a wealth of information, including book recommendations, author interviews, and discussion forums. Here are a few noteworthy ones: - Goodreads (www.goodreads.com): Known as the world's largest community of book lovers, Goodreads offers an extensive platform for readers to discover and discuss historical fiction novels. You can find user reviews, curated book lists, and engaging discussions on their dedicated historical fiction groups. - Historical Novel Society (www.historicalnovelsociety.org): This organization's website serves as an invaluable resource for lovers of historical novels. Apart from reviews and articles, they also offer interviews with authors, event announcements, and competitions. - BookBub (www.bookbub.com): BookBub is a website that curates ebook deals tailored to your reading preferences. They have a section dedicated to historical fiction, where you can find discounted or free ebooks from various authors and publishers. Conclusion: Whether you're seeking thrilling tales of love and war, or the hidden secrets of past civilizations, the genre of historical fiction has something for everyone. Through the works of celebrated authors like Philippa Gregory, Ken Follett, and Hilary Mantel, you can immerse yourself in extraordinary historical landscapes. Don't forget to explore recommended novels like "The Book Thief," "All the Light We Cannot See," and "The Nightingale" for an unforgettable reading experience. And remember, websites like Goodreads, Historical Novel Society, and BookBub are there to assist you in discovering even more captivating historical fiction stories. Happy reading, and may the stories of the past continue to inspire and enthrall you!
At the end of the Tang Dynasty, separatist forces arose, plunging the country into turmoil. Within the city of Suzhou, an old and rundown inn quietly changed hands. Its new owner, once a small surgeon, was driven to despair after being murdered by an angry patient. With a heart full of disillusionment, he no longer wished to lay his hands on the dusty scalpel. In this life, he only aspired to be a contented shopkeeper, with no grand ambitions, facing the vast sea as the flowers bloomed in spring...
96.70 Million words | 2022-08-13 23:55Update
Ye Yuan, a college student majoring in modern history, unexpectedly reincarnates into the fifth son of Liu Shan, the Northern King Liu Chen, during the late period of the Three Kingdoms. In his previous life, he heard about Liu Chen's unwavering loyalty and his family's suicide in the Zhaolie Temple, and felt deeply regretful. Now, having obtained the opportunity to revive the prestige of the Great Han, he naturally refuses to accept the fate of dying and dissipating into nothingness. Sima Shi, Sima Zhao? What a joke! Destroy them! Let's see how Ye Yuan, armed with his knowledge of history, manipulates the Shu Han and turns the tide in the Three Kingdoms!
578.42 Million words | 2020-10-27 19:55Update
Yue Fei's twin brother Yue Teng was abandoned in infancy, but fortunately rescued by a kind-hearted person, who named him Prince Peng. Though Yue Fei and Prince Peng were twin brothers, their characters were vastly different. Yue Fei was calm, composed, introverted, and gentle, while Prince Peng was outgoing, strong-willed, and bold. Yue Fei was born with extraordinary strength, while Prince Peng was naturally weak. Yue Fei led the army on expeditions, while Prince Peng trained his body and martial arts in Shaolin. Through a fortuitous encounter, the brothers reunite. Due to being abandoned since childhood, Prince Peng harbored resentment and refused to join his brother in the exped
194.61 Million words | 2020-11-07 00:41Update
"The emperor guards the country's gate, and the king dies for the dynasty!" This is the oath that the imperial family of the Great Ming Dynasty fulfills with their lives. Even as the son of a feudal lord, Zhu Ping'an carries the fierce nature and pride passed down from Emperor Taizu in his veins. In the tenth year of Chongzhen, with a single time travel, he shoulders the heavy burden of restoring the Great Ming. He fights at Fengyang, stabilizes the two prefectures, conquers the Qi and Lu regions, defeats the Liaodong, breaks through the Huanglong, and establishes his rule. With my fiery spirit, the mighty Great Ming will rewrite a splendid and heroic epic!
155.20 Million words | 2021-10-01 23:14Update
Feng Yao, who unexpectedly crossed over to the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, had to accept the fact that he was still an orphan. Just as the protagonist was indulging in his fantasies, he realized that reality was often different from what he had read in books! A mysterious background! Twisty experiences! Fierce struggles on the battlefield! Stirring love and enmity in chaotic times! Here, there are almost no rules! Here, only the strong can have the final say! Here, is the most real and darkest chaotic era!! Bloodshed! Slaughter! War! Power struggles! Conspiracies! Fame and fortune! Women! Reversal!... Let's see how the protagonist, starting off as a worthless orphan, eventually becomes the ruler of the world!
326.70 Million words | 2022-12-25 09:06Update
Liu Yuan traveled through the Three Kingdoms, thinking that by staying in a small tavern for three years, he could return to the prosperous era he once knew. Little did he know that Liu Bei discovered his ability to hear the thoughts of this extraordinary individual. "Liu Yuan, my brother! Come with me!" Liu Bei exclaimed. I've heard of fighting with a coffin as a weapon, but never fighting with a tavern. I refuse! I choose to live a peaceful life. "Liu Yuan, do you know about the beautiful Bai Yu, Lady Mi Zhen? I will personally arrange a match for you!" Liu Bei insisted. "What? Mi Zhen!" Liu Yuan's eyes widened. Could I truly obtain the women under Liu Bei's command? Does this mean Diao Chan, Da Qiao, Xiao Qiao, Sun Shangxiang... Am I really that lustful and ungrateful? Am I really someone who can't resist a beautiful woman? Am I... fine, when do we leave?
496.51 Million words | 2022-04-11 17:11Update
Baby is always enticing, and there is a wide variety of treasures in the world. But when it comes to the Imperial Seal, it becomes somewhat special. Ancient idioms such as "priceless" and "the missing piece returned to Zhao" all come from this national treasure. Every emperor in the history of China has regarded it as a precious treasure. Without it, it seems that even the emperor lacks confidence. However, this treasure has disappeared suddenly and reappeared intermittently, wandering through the years, and its whereabouts remain unknown. However, history always moves forward and will not stagnate or change because of the rise and fall of a treasure. Later generations include treasure seekers, counterfeiters, those who deceive others with fake treasures, those who lose themselves in the pursuit of treasure, those blinded by greed, those who seize by cunning, and the true nature of humanity is often revealed in front of it. The pursuit of treasures often reflects the essence of individuals and the society. The experiences of treasure seekers are often extraordinary. However, what is the true national treasure? Is it just a seal, or is it the destiny of a nation itself? This article tells the interesting stories of different people who are indirectly connected through the pursuit of treasures. But the search is not limited to just a seal. In these extraordinary journeys, the loss, discovery, awakening, and rational enlightenment gained through the baptism of hidden treasures are what truly matter.
142.96 Million words | 2020-11-25 01:18Update
Borrow me three thousand Tiger Warriors, Restore our mighty China. With sword pointing west to Tian Shan, And horse trampling north to the Black Sea. Drawing the bow on the surface of Lake Baikal, Appreciating snow on the island of Hokkaido. Exploring the ancient on the Indochinese Peninsula, Paying tribute to ancestors amidst the ruins of Tokyo. Where the Han flag points, the enemies flee in dust. Those who dare to offend China shall be punished, no matter how far! ... All the brave warriors in the world are Tiger Warriors, This book is dedicated to those who have fought for our nation, Our ancestors who refused to be enslaved.
270.48 Million words | 2021-11-02 03:13Update
Special Forces soldier Liu Qi, in an accident, traveled back to the Three Kingdoms period and naturally became Liu Bei's eldest son Liu Qi, one of the "Eight Geniuses". This Liu Qi is not the same as the historical Liu Qi. Watch how Liu Qi pretends to be a pig and eats a tiger, silently developing. Waiting for the right moment, when encountering storms, he will transform into a dragon, turning the heavens and earth upside down, making the sun and moon lose their light! With such favorable conditions, Jingzhou, captured; valiant generals, defeated; beautiful women, hehe, do you think Liu Qi will let them go? The world, everything is in his hands...
592.59 Million words | 2022-12-05 17:43Update
The brilliant top student, Yang Chao, saved a drowning person and woke up as a mediocre student who longed for the glamour of the Qinhuai River in the Ming Dynasty. Yang Chao immersed himself in the atmosphere of the thousand-year-old makeup and beauty along the Qinhuai River, without reciting the poetry and literary works of future generations. Nevertheless, he thrived in the Qinhuai River area because he opened a brothel, creating a new benchmark for the glamour and elegance of Qinhuai. Despite lacking extensive knowledge, Yang Chao managed to form connections with great scholars such as Qian Qianyi and Ruan Dacheng. With his humble background, he was able to shake the Ming Dynasty's officialdom. He helped Zhang Pu in his operations and aided Zhou Yanru in becoming the chief minister. Although he resided in the world of rivers and lakes, he caused ripples in the court.
161.60 Million words | 2022-04-10 04:47Update
To save the beauty, he ventures alone into the forbidden palace, putting aside grievances, he joins the army to campaign in the west. Embracing literary talents, gathering fierce generals, he vies for control of the Central Plains. Calming the desolate north, conquering Persia, setting sail overseas. Liu Ziqiu, the ace special forces soldier, travels through the end of the Sui Dynasty, rising against the chaos, expanding territories. He will present to you an extraordinary story of the Sui and Tang Dynasty... Group ID: [Please provide the group number]
505.72 Million words | 2023-03-29 06:41Update
Falling into the ocean, unexpectedly I returned to the Northern Song dynasty as Emperor Zhezong. Witness how I turn the tides, break free from weakness, and launch a Northern campaign against the Liao dynasty, a Western conquest of the Western Xia dynasty, a Southern pacification of the Dali kingdom, and a conquest of the Tubo kingdom, unleashing the might of the Chinese empire upon the world. What's that? You're asking how many great generals the Song dynasty had? What about Lu Junyi, the Jade Qilin? Do you like Lin Chong, the Panther Head? How about Huyan Zhuo with his twin whips? Put your mind to work and think, see how my ironclad cavalry of the celestial empire dominates the world.
477.11 Million words | 2020-12-24 19:23Update
With the time-traveling of Zhao Haochen, the history teacher from a later generation, Chen Mo, a eunuch in the Ming Dynasty palace, not only gained memories from the future but also possessed something that shouldn't appear in a eunuch's crotch. Is it a blessing or a curse? Some say that the downfall of the Ming Dynasty was not caused by Emperor Chongzhen but rather by Emperor Wanli. Is this really the case? In his book "Fifteen Years of Wanli," Huang Renyu writes, "In the fifteenth year of the Wanli reign, on the surface, it seems like peace has
43.40 Million words | 2021-11-18 07:44Update
At the end of the Sui Dynasty and the beginning of the Tang Dynasty, orphan Li Chengyan travels through time and becomes the eldest son Li Chengyan, who does not actually exist. Due to war, he is separated from his parents. By chance, he is saved by the second generation Guiguzi in the Yunmeng Mountains. He studies under Guiguzi for
124.31 Million words | 2023-01-31 12:36Update
I was entrusted by heaven, blessed with eternal prosperity. I, rising from humble beginnings, had no intention to claim emperorship. However, destiny has chosen me, and I will prioritize the well-being of the people, govern with culture, strengthen the military, aim for dominance, and overlook the world! A transcendent tale awaits, witnessing how a commoner ascends to the throne, sweeping across the vast territories effortlessly, merging the joy of leisure with the weight of history. Who says one cannot have it all? ************** I hope that readers can pass on the message and help spread the word. Your support is my strength!
131.15 Million words | 2022-04-19 01:54Update
Translating the text into English: Transmigrated into the body of Lu Bu in a game, originally supposed to be mighty and unparalleled. Unfortunately, his notorious reputation made it impossible for anyone to shelter him. In this situation, what path should he take? Xu Province has fallen under the control of Cao Cao, with Yuan Shao and Cao Cao to the north, Yuan Shu, Sun Ce, and Liu Biao to the south. It can be said that he was born in the wrong era. Let's see where the protagonist will go. Join the discussion group for this book: [group link]. Welcome to join. (This book is serialized on the Zongheng platform, feel free to collect and support it.)
134.60 Million words | 2023-01-06 11:26Update
During that era, the Song Dynasty possessed comprehensive national strength comparable to that of the United States, military expenditures akin to Nazi Germany, military combat capabilities at the level of Italy, while the common people lived a miserable life similar to that in Afghanistan. After transmigrating to the Song Dynasty and becoming a prince, I unfortunately didn't have any romantic affairs or a famous horse like the "Yangzhou Shouma". All I had was the constant invasion of the Jin army, making it difficult for anyone to live in peace. Since they didn't want to let me live in peace, I decided to fight back with all my might. Thus, a new era of the Song Dynasty began. Jin Wuzhu sighed, "The Prince exhibits the ferocity of a tiger, making it difficult for my Jurchen people to find peace!" The scholars exclaimed, "This deranged ruler dares to change our customs and violate our ancestral principles!" Yue Fei said, "The emperor's temperament is as fierce as the founding emperor; there is hope for the revival of our dynasty!" Qin Hui trembled and said, "The cruel Emperor Jingwu is comparable to the First Emperor; the great Song Dynasty is teetering on the edge!" Zhao Pu calmly remarked, "Once I'm gone, let the floodwaters rage without control!"
283.00 Million words | 2022-12-03 16:59Update
"This world is truly terrifying..." murmured Zhang Taibai as he gazed at the scene unfolding on the surface of the South Pacific Ocean. In front of the cruise ship he was on, a muscular man wearing emerald green shorts was wielding a trident, engaging in a fierce battle with a gigantic king squid, whose body stretched over a hundred meters, resembling a sea monster. "I never imagined that there would be such formidable beings in this world..." Zhang Taibai mused. Suddenly, he furrowed his brows and shouted somewhat displeasedly at the muscular man, "Hey, hey, hey, I'm talking to you! You can continue fighting, but don't come running towards me. Go play somewhere else!" As soon as he spoke, Zhang Taibai waved his sleeve... Countless sword qi surged, creating tumultuous waves that sent both the man and the sea monster flying! (To all the experts who critique the cover and synopsis, I did my best! This is truly a great book. If you don't like the synopsis, you can just dive right in. Highly recommended, I promise!!!)
58.19 Million words | 2020-07-15 09:27Update
Making stone and iron tools by themselves, they barbecue every day. Returning to the primitive society of prehistoric times, Wang Chuan expressed that if he didn't have a little fight with heaven and earth, he wouldn't be able to survive even if Mr. Bei came. And, of course, if they want to fight with heaven and earth, they have to start by learning from Mr. Bei.
100.87 Million words | 2020-12-08 17:52Update
Modern female doctor Qiao Zhi accidentally travels to a dynasty that has never appeared in history. With the idea of "since I'm here, I might as well make the best of it," she wants to live a peaceful life in this picturesque mountain village. However, her tranquility is repeatedly disrupted by troublesome uncles and older brothers. Let's see how the modern female doctor joins forces with the siblings to outwit the troublesome relatives, and encounters a man with fox-like attributes.
27.33 Million words | 2020-12-17 08:26Update
