best world war 2 books fiction

When it comes to delving into the gripping and captivating stories set during World War II, there are countless fiction books that transport readers back in time to experience the chaos, heroism, and resilience of those turbulent years. Whether you're a history aficionado or simply looking for a compelling read, here are some of the best World War II fiction books that have captivated audiences around the globe.

1. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak:
Set in Nazi Germany, this heart-wrenching novel narrated by Death follows the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl who finds solace in books and learns the power of words during wartime.

2. "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr:
Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, this beautifully written novel portrays the lives of a blind French girl and an intelligent German boy, whose paths intertwine as they navigate the perils of World War II.

3. "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah:
This poignant tale showcases the strength of two sisters in war-torn France. It explores their individual acts of bravery and sacrifice as they fight against the German occupation, highlighting the roles of women during the war.

4. "Code Name Verity" by Elizabeth Wein:
A thrilling and emotional story set in Occupied France, it follows the friendship between two young women, a spy and a pilot, as they confront secrets, betrayal, and the devastating consequences of war.

5. "Suite Française" by Irène Némirovsky:
Written during the war itself, this novel reveals the lives of ordinary people in France as they face the impending German invasion. It offers a unique perspective on the war's impact on both individuals and society as a whole.

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Remember, immersing yourself in well-researched and masterfully crafted World War II fiction allows you to gain a deeper understanding of the era, honoring those who lived through it and reminding us of the importance of learning from history's darkest moments. Happy reading!
Late Ming Dynasty. Fiction
Late Ming Dynasty.

In the seventh year of the Tianqi era, in the first month, the newly ascended Emperor Taiji of the Later Jin Dynasty sent a large army to invade Korea, crushing the Dongjiang town and forcing Korea to sign a brotherhood alliance. In the second month, chaos erupted in Cheng County, and the land of Shaanxi was on the verge of crisis. In April, the Later Jin army returned to Shenyang, eyeing Liaoxi, and the battle of Ningjin was about to begin. With frequent disasters occurring in various regions and collusion among officials and gentry, countless oppressed farmers fled their homes, leaving the land barren. The Ming Dynasty, which had been plagued by internal and external troubles for years, was on the brink of chaos. At this time, a shameless office director and a nerdy technician who only knew how to code arrived nakedly in the dying Ming Dynasty. (Single protagonist, one lead and one supporting role.)

227.29 Million words | 2023-04-16 09:26Update

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War Resistance Scout Fiction
War Resistance Scout

Scout Gao Quan arrived at the Great Wall's Luowenyu in 1940, where the brave 29th Army was engaged in fierce battle against the Japanese invaders. With exceptional skills honed in the modern military, he plunged into the passionate and blood-soaked resistance against Japan. Through countless brutal wars and pivotal battles that determined the fate of China, he faced notorious executioners and war criminals, their hands stained with the blood of our people. He also encountered valiant generals who fought courageously against the Japanese, leaving an indelible mark in the history of the anti-Japanese war. From soldier to general, he fought in numerous battles, solely to kill more of those little devils and protect as many Chinese people as possible. He endured the humiliation and deep suffering of our motherland, hoping to alleviate some of its hardships. ★ I recommend a book to friends titled "Anti-Japanese War Martial Hero" ★ (This book is purely fictional, any resemblance is coincidental) If you, my dear readers, find "Scout of the Anti-Japanese War" enjoyable, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends on QQ and Weibo!

299.02 Million words | 2022-08-07 19:30Update

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North Ode Fiction
North Ode

Kou Jihun, who reincarnated into the Northern Song Dynasty, became the great-grandson of the renowned statesman Kou Zhun. As a typical third-generation official, he should have enjoyed a lavish and extravagant life. However, when he received a letter from his father inviting him to the capital, Kaifeng, for a life of luxury, he discovered that his grandfather, Kou Zhun, seemed to be in danger! 【Reader Group: 195992981】

467.27 Million words | 2022-05-27 03:32Update

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Spring warmth enters the lord's gate. Fiction
Spring warmth enters the lord's gate.

Gu Caiwei closed her eyes and opened them again, only to find herself reincarnated in the body of the person who caused her death. As a bonus, the heavens also bestowed upon her a cold-hearted Marquis husband and a troublesome son who constantly opposed her. Seeking revenge was impossible, and seeking death was not an option. Therefore, she made a decision - she would divorce, she would return home, and she would regain the right path of her life! However, along the path of divorce, her cold-faced husband silently dug numerous pits for her...

100.88 Million words | 2021-06-20 22:25Update

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Great Master of Literature Fiction
Great Master of Literature

After years of scheming and intrigue in the cutthroat world of business, the literary young man Chen Kaizhi was transported back to ancient times. As he looked around, all he could see were singing and dancing establishments, filled with lights, wine, talented men, and beautiful women. The fleeting pleasures of a spring night seemed to be worth a fortune. Well, for now, these have nothing to do with Chen Kaizhi. Born into a humble family, he faced an awkward social status. Let's see how this young man from humble beginnings defies the odds and embarks on a magnificent journey to become a literary genius.

294.03 Million words | 2020-11-13 20:08Update

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Dominance at the end of the Ming Dynasty. Fiction
Dominance at the end of the Ming Dynasty.

The Chronicle of a Time Traveler's Struggle in Late Ming, from a lowly martial artist to ruling the world! It all began in the year 1639, the twelfth year of the Chongzhen reign in the Great Ming Dynasty. Zhang Xianzhong surrendered and revolted again in Gucheng, while Li Zicheng resurfaced in Shangluo after two years of hiding. Wu Sangui had just been promoted as the commander-in-chief of Ningyuan. The most pivotal battle between Ming and Qing, the three-year-long Battle of Songjin, had just commenced. Watch me reclaim the empire, and establish the Han dynasty once more.

286.45 Million words | 2021-03-12 08:36Update

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Entertainment Chronicle Fiction
Entertainment Chronicle

In a fictional world with diverse martial arts schools, a modern person tells them that besides cultivation, there are many ways to obtain what you desire. Want to become a sought-after young hero in the martial arts world? Well, it's simple, it all comes down to your sincerity... For instance, how about having your junior sister come over for a drink? As the ancient sage said: "Don't just rely on cultivation when crossing over, the locals might surpass you." The universe is like a chess board, and knowledge is the cheat code. It is also said: "If crossing over for a lifetime doesn't yield results, it's better to return home and sell sweet potatoes." With the world in its vibrant colors, why bother competing against the impossible?

466.15 Million words | 2022-07-22 18:14Update

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The Strongest Soldier Fiction
The Strongest Soldier

The strongest soldier, overlooking the masses, fighting for the country, defending the people, only standing in death, never kneeling in life, no regrets or resentment!

300.12 Million words | 2022-07-03 08:19Update

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Soviet Union 1991 Fiction
Soviet Union 1991

The tyrant of iron and blood, the fortress of Eastern Europe, the savior of the Soviets, the master of Constantinople, the restorer of the Third Rome, the new Tsar of the North, the nightmare of Chechnya, the meat grinder of the free world, and the leader of the red regime, General Secretary Gennady Ivanovich Yanaev. (Inner signature approved, group number: )

314.14 Million words | 2021-12-13 18:59Update

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Wisdom of the Great Song Dynasty Fiction
Wisdom of the Great Song Dynasty

Yun Zheng opened a door, and there was no turning back. Such is life, once the bow is drawn, the arrow flies forward, with no chance for regret. To turn back now would be like shedding a hundred years of life. This novel tells the story of the path of a teacher, portraying wisdom in survival, depicting warmth in humanity, expressing brotherhood and loyalty, and demonstrating gentleness and humility. Here, you'll find the most beautiful of love stories and the deepest of brotherly bonds... Perhaps, I would love to unfold "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" slowly, giving you a different Song Dynasty, a different world of human emotions...

334.54 Million words | 2022-08-29 04:44Update

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Summoning Mighty Generals in the Three Kingdoms Fiction
Summoning Mighty Generals in the Three Kingdoms

Guan Yu battles Qin Qiong, I'm in! Transmigrating into the abandoned Han Emperor Liu Bian, I embarked on a difficult Three Kingdoms journey. No territory, no troops, no talented people, but it doesn't matter, I have a super summoning system, allowing me to command historical heroes at will! Don't mention the Three Heroes of Hu Lao Pass battling Lu Bu, I'll summon the super combination of Emperor Wu Daolong, Li Cunxiao, and Li Yuanba. Can they win? If you send the Five Tiger Generals and the Five Good Admirals together, I'll use a powerful move and summon Sun Wukong to crush you in seconds! What? I can't summon fictional characters? Then you just wait, I'll go and check the instruction manual first...

502.79 Million words | 2020-08-07 10:54Update

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The Cold-Door Hero Fiction
The Cold-Door Hero

As the iron hooves of the Jin army are about to crush the frozen Yellow River, he steps into this prosperous era, akin to the vibrant scene depicted in "Along the River During the Qingming Festival."

305.57 Million words | 2020-11-04 05:03Update

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Illegitimate child of the Great Song Fiction
Illegitimate child of the Great Song

Welcome to the Song Dynasty. Here, you will find the poetry of Su Dongpo, the lyrics of Li Qingzhao, the heroic spirit of the northern frontier, and the misty rain of the southern regions. "Is there anything else?" Yes, for example, there are clandestine mistresses, alluring courtesans, secret rendezvous under the lantern festival, and it's worth emphasizing that nobody wears underwear. "You're being lewd. Can you talk about something else?" Are you not interested as a man? Very well, let me mention something else. Here, we have the fury of gentlemen, the sinister laughter of treacherous ministers, powerful emperors, and enchanting empresses. There are the palace guards of the Khitan dynasty, the iron cavalry of the Western Xia, there are shores filled with corpses and city walls stained with blood.

286.34 Million words | 2022-01-02 21:51Update

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The Rise of the Poor Family Fiction
The Rise of the Poor Family

This is the story of a graduate student majoring in Ancient Chinese who has been repeatedly frustrated in his career. He goes back to the middle of the Ming Dynasty and ends up in the body of a young child in a rural village. With a reserved father and a fierce mother, and all kinds of troublesome relatives, the farmhouse is far from peaceful. Fortunately, our protagonist has thousands of years of historical accumulation, with a solid foundation in the Four Books, Five Classics, and the art of essay writing. Moreover, his expertise is well-suited to this era, and he can even perceive fate. Who says it is difficult for a poor family to produce an outstanding child? As the country's strength rises, the government maintains stability; however, there is lax law enforcement and bureaucratic inefficiency. There are a few treacherous officials and occasional pirate attacks, but overall, this is a fertile land where scholars and gentlemen can thrive freely. A legendary rise from a humble background begins here. With this story, I pay tribute to all the classic time-travel novels.

409.01 Million words | 2021-10-19 20:25Update

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The Awakening of Dreams: Three Kingdoms Fiction
The Awakening of Dreams: Three Kingdoms

I crossed into the Three Kingdoms period in a haze, whether it was following destiny or creating a new world. In this chaotic era where people are as insignificant as grass, let's see how the protagonist survives. Can someone tell me if this is reality or just a dream? Facing the crowd, Zhao Fei proudly declares, "In the past, I paid my respects to Zhao Yun, who fought in and out of the Battle of Changban seven times. I even hired the fierce warrior Guan Yu as my bodyguard." Tsk! The crowd responds by flipping him off one by one. If you think "Awakening in the Three Kingdoms" is not bad, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo!

174.34 Million words | 2022-05-29 20:47Update

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Step by step, a lotus grows. Fiction
Step by step, a lotus grows.

Yang Decheng, a diligent community worker, accidentally travels back to ancient times and becomes the most despised illegitimate son of the Ding family, Ding Hao. With neither power nor wealth, Ding Hao, who works as a coachman for his half-brother, harbors a dream of becoming a carefree and prosperous young master in this wicked society, living a peaceful life. Although his dream seems distant, Ding Hao remains undaunted. With the social experience accumulated from his community work, he adeptly navigates through people and events, seizing every opportunity to break free from confinement and strive for everything he desires. The power struggles of the Song dynasty, the joys and sorrows of Li Yu, the ambitions of Xiao Chuo in the Northern Kingdom, the secrets of the Golden Casket Alliance, the mysterious movements behind the scenes, Chen Tun's cunning plot to take Mount Huashan, the eternal regret of the Gao Liang River... The picturesque landscape, the beauty as poetic as a verse, the samsara world, where every step yields lotus blossoms.

356.55 Million words | 2020-11-15 02:01Update

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The Tang Expeditionary Army Fiction
The Tang Expeditionary Army

【China Dream Essay Contest Entry】 In an unexpected incident during an archaeological excavation, Li Jie was transported to the Tang Palace a thousand years ago by a mysterious jade seal. With an arrogant attitude, he overshadowed Emperor Li Zhi and became a great presence in the palace. Unfortunately, being born as Yang Guifei's son and having the bloodline of the despised Emperor Yang, he still had no connection to the tempting imperial throne. However, that didn't matter. With the foresight of a time traveler and the various knowledge gained from his internship in archaeology, Li Jie skillfully guided the mighty Tang Dynasty like a powerful war chariot, carving out his own domain during his heroic expeditions. Of course, with a sharp weapon in hand and the beauty of a woman's lap to rest on, he was ready for any challenge that came his way.

305.43 Million words | 2020-09-02 13:13Update

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Gu Master Fiction
Gu Master

Man is the spirit of all things, Gu is the true essence of heaven and earth. This is a story of a transmigrator who is constantly reborn. It is a peculiar world of raising Gu, refining Gu, and using Gu. Spring Autumn Cicada, Moonlight Gu, Liquor Worm, One Qi Golden Light Worm, Green Silk Gu, Hope Gu... The road of Xiong Mountain is as hard as iron, now I take a step forward from the beginning. Danger is but a single Quan Kun essence, my heart still looks up to the sky! w

418.86 Million words | 2020-11-22 12:28Update

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Da Wei palace court Fiction
Da Wei palace court

New book "The Tiger Son of the Zhao Family" seeks collection and recommendation. Aiming to be the prosperous prince of the Great Wei, I yearn to be a leisurely king in a prosperous era. My ambition lies in enjoying the extravagant lifestyle with beauties, wealth, and power, while also caring for the welfare of my family, country, people, and the safety of the state. If my brothers are virtuous, if my younger brother is wise, I will leisurely be a king among men. If you cannot strengthen the country, I will ascend the throne as the emperor! - Hongrun "If You Can't Do It, I Will"

674.58 Million words | 2022-07-12 00:06Update

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At the end of the smoke and flames Fiction
At the end of the smoke and flames

Editor's Note: Accountability for everything that has happened in the past, whether right or wrong, has become history and cannot be changed, nor can it be altered. All those who have lived in the past, regardless of their wisdom or foolishness, have become the departed, and there is no need to erase or attempt to erase their existence. History is simply the recorded remnants of the past, which will exist regardless of whether future generations approve or not. Just like fossils from the Cretaceous period, they remain vividly alive despite the passing of hundreds of thousands of years. This book is dedicated to those who once fought for the freedom of the Chinese nation, regardless of their beliefs. Join the Drunkard QQ fan group, where book lovers are welcomed to discuss the plot together.

132.26 Million words | 2020-11-26 06:36Update

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