best historical fiction series novels

When it comes to historical fiction series novels, there is no shortage of captivating stories that transport readers to different eras and immerse them in the rich tapestry of the past. Here are some of the best historical fiction series novels that will surely captivate history enthusiasts.

1. "Outlander" by Diana Gabaldon: This beloved series follows the story of Claire Randall, a World War II nurse who mysteriously travels back in time to 18th-century Scotland. With a perfect blend of romance, adventure, and historical accuracy, Gabaldon's epic saga has captured the hearts of millions worldwide.

2. "The Plantagenet and Tudor Novels" by Philippa Gregory: This engrossing series delves into the turbulent history of the British monarchy, spanning from the reign of King Henry VIII to Elizabeth I. Gregory's meticulous research and intricate storytelling bring to life the power struggles, scandals, and romances of one of the most fascinating periods in English history.

3. "The Saxon Stories" by Bernard Cornwell: Set during the Viking Age, this action-packed series follows the life of Uhtred of Bebbanburg, a young nobleman torn between his Saxon upbringing and his Viking captors. Cornwell's masterful storytelling and vivid battle scenes make this a must-read for fans of historical fiction and ancient warfare.

4. "The Century Trilogy" by Ken Follett: Spanning the 20th century, this sweeping trilogy weaves together the lives of multiple families from different countries, encompassing world-changing events such as World Wars, the Russian Revolution, and the Civil Rights Movement. Follett's meticulously researched novels offer a panoramic view of history through compelling characters and gripping narratives.

5. "The Shardlake Series" by C.J. Sansom: Set in Tudor England, these murder mysteries featuring protagonist Matthew Shardlake offer a unique perspective on the political and social turmoil of the era. Sansom's attention to detail and clever plotting make this series a thrilling exploration of the period's religious conflicts and power struggles.

For avid readers of historical fiction series novels, there are also several websites worth exploring. Goodreads.com, for instance, provides a platform for book enthusiasts to find recommendations, read reviews, and connect with fellow readers. Alternatively, the Historical Novel Society's website (historicalnovelsociety.org) offers an array of resources, including reviews, author interviews, and information about upcoming releases.

In conclusion, historical fiction series novels offer readers the chance to immerse themselves in different time periods, experiencing the triumphs and challenges of bygone eras. Whether you gravitate towards epic sagas, murder mysteries, or personal tales of love and loss, there is a historical fiction series out there to satisfy every reader's thirst for history and adventure. So, grab a book and embark on a journey through time.
Superior Son-in-law Fiction
Superior Son-in-law

It was inexplicable how I became the son-in-law of the Shen family. Although I was a fake, I was also a "virtuous and noble" good son-in-law. I excelled in poetry and essays... Shamelessness makes one invincible! Of course, being the son-in-law of an old emperor was also a great pressure! As a time traveler with no relatives, I was determined to be a good son-in-law! Book group number:

291.70 Million words | 2021-07-14 02:09Update

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The Shu Han Empire of the Three Kingdoms. Fiction
The Shu Han Empire of the Three Kingdoms.

The Three Kingdoms is a legendary period in Chinese history. It is filled with bold and flamboyant heroes, as well as a group of extraordinary intellectuals. It also embodies the spirit of the Jian'an era and the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove. The Shu Han Empire is a miracle in human history. Despite being secluded in a corner, it represents the orthodox state. Every time they raised the banner of righteousness to launch a northern expedition, it was not just to achieve success, but to ensure that the people in the Central Plains would not forget the great Han Empire.

445.85 Million words | 2022-01-27 19:46Update

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Tang Store Fiction
Tang Store

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

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Song Shixing. Fiction
Song Shixing.

In the sixth year of Xuanhe, he arrived at the capital city of Dongjing. Two years away from the disgraceful Jingkang Incident, Yu Yin stood by the Wuzhang River, at a loss. Is Dongjing a dream of prosperity, or a dream of illusion? The once magnificent buildings are now on the verge of collapse, while the streets are filled with vibrant colors... In this crumbling world, Yu Yin stumbles forward. But with a sudden turn, he realizes that history has changed without his noticing. A brand new era silently unfolds!++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

160.65 Million words | 2023-03-29 22:55Update

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Fairy spectrum Fiction
Fairy spectrum

Produced by the Qingdu Studio, Email Address: [email protected] ___________________________________ Chess transcends the mundane, dominating the world of strategy, portraying the image of a chess player who uses the game to navigate life. Exploring danger and seeking marvels, it reveals the illusions of existence. Different from wuxia romance or supernatural tales, it creates a unique legend. Chess family secrets - Nine Palace Chess, Three Wars Chess, Blind Chess, Murderer's Chess... The protagonist Fang Guohuan is guided by a master, comprehending the highest realm of chess, the Tianyuan state. From then on, he roams the world of chess, benefiting society with his skills. Outside the Great Wall, he sets up the Tianyuan Chess Formation, repelling the iron cavalry of the Jurchen; at the Yellow Crane Tower, he engages in a fierce battle against the Killer's Chess. Later, he travels overseas to avoid disaster, following in Zheng He's footsteps to explore the Western world. Bearing witness to countless adventures, beneath the Kunlun Mountains, he changes the "Land Pattern" with his chess skills, creating an unparalleled myth. In the end, he bathes in the blood of Liaodong... Life is like a chess game, but few can truly navigate it successfully!

499.30 Million words | 2022-12-15 20:01Update

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Endless Merchant Emperor Fiction
Endless Merchant Emperor

A light transmigration and growth-oriented historical fiction set in an alternative historical timeline. The plot is logically sound and involves court politics, ancient warfare, business battles, and agricultural development.

545.09 Million words | 2020-08-30 17:15Update

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The Deer and the Cauldron Fiction
The Deer and the Cauldron

We Xiao Bao, the clever and fearless, roams the martial world with ease. Flirting and seducing ladies, he indulges in pleasure without cease. Brave and just, he displays his mighty power, Prosperous and blessed, in his official career he towers. This book is a parody of "Deer and Cauldron", Please don't take it seriously, join our group: !

183.75 Million words | 2020-12-30 00:22Update

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Song Xiao Fiction
Song Xiao

At the end of the Northern Song Dynasty, the disgrace of the Jingkang Incident; the grand structure on the verge of collapse, with rivers and mountains engulfed in blood and fire.

555.85 Million words | 2022-12-12 02:15Update

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Shu Han Fights Ghosts Fiction
Shu Han Fights Ghosts

Settling on the policy of first south, then north, the founding emperor of the Northern Song Dynasty, Zhao Kuangyin, aimed to end the fragmented situation of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. However, he was killed by his own brother, who took the throne. In his final moments, in order to fulfill his dream, he chose to abandon everything and be reborn. As a result, he lost all memories of his previous life and became a lowly soldier in the Shu Han army before the Battle of Yiling. With his combat skills and some advanced knowledge, can Zhao Xing (his new identity) fulfill his dream of unifying the nation from his previous life? Will he become an emperor again or seek out a wise ruler? Completely unaware of what the future holds, Zhao Xing embarks on a completely new life in this even

295.00 Million words | 2021-02-24 16:02Update

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An Ordinary Life of Time Traveling Fiction
An Ordinary Life of Time Traveling

Xu Hao lived during the early days of the Ming Dynasty, a time when corrupt officials thrived and wealthy individuals' fortunes were uncertain. In different dimensions, predecessors traveled through time and held immense power, but the ordinary Xu Hao was content with leading a simple life. Because within the ordinary, there is joy and profound meaning.

299.47 Million words | 2021-10-26 07:56Update

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Transcendence: The Stunning Female Undercover Agent Fiction
Transcendence: The Stunning Female Undercover Agent

The modern Meng Xiaoran is a solitary and aloof girl, cold-hearted yet strikingly beautiful. Accidentally traversing into the state of Da Shang, where she was once the campus belle and a favored elite by her superiors, she now struggles to survive. The handsome and unparalleled son of the imperial merchant, in order to safeguard his family, embarks on the path of political strife. When she falls into a desperate situation, he appears and asks, "Have you made up your mind?" She nods her head, resigning herself to even the most perilous situations rather than being left exposed in the wilderness. From then on, the two join hands... Toppling the Prime Minister, overthrowing the Crown Prince, paving the way for others to ascend the throne. Little did they know that amidst this political struggle lies a web of conspiracies, gradually obscuring her vision as to whether it is love or merely manipulation. After experiencing profound love and deception, can she still believe in love?

112.92 Million words | 2023-04-10 04:24Update

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The Succession of the Crimson Mansion Fiction
The Succession of the Crimson Mansion

Xing'er traveled through the Red Chamber and became Jia Lian's trusted servant. However, he unintentionally made an enemy out of Wang Xifeng, which set him on a path towards success. Every word seems to be filled with blood. Ten years of hardship are anything but ordinary. Here, there are the warmth and coldness of human emotions, as well as the fickleness of the world. Lin Daiyu, with her lonely and proud spirit, the alluring Qin Keqing, the talented but lonely Xue Baochai, the elegant and heroic Shi Xiangyun, the diverse beauties of the Jia Residence, and the still alluring Li Wan. Even the lowliest ants can leap to success, opening a different path to victory, igniting the journey of a loser's counterattack!

593.17 Million words | 2022-05-28 07:01Update

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Teacher Song Fiction
Teacher Song

"Encounter once in a millennium, meet once in a millennium. Thoughts of spring in a night, blossoming in a night!" Joining the military, seizing power, and supporting the imperial cause, navigating amidst numerous beauties, fulfilling one wish after another, leaving behind countless beautiful stories... [Book Club:] New book "Fatal Beauty" has been released, click the link below to enter.

4.29 Million words | 2020-07-15 15:41Update

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The Rise of Shu Han in the Three Kingdoms Era Fiction
The Rise of Shu Han in the Three Kingdoms Era

At the age of ten, I began reading the Three Kingdoms. It has been ten years now, and my admiration for the heroes of the Three Kingdoms has grown strong. By a fortunate coincidence, this young man has returned to the Three Kingdoms. Though originally a lowly individual, I have an extensive knowledge of the Three Kingdoms, aware of past and future events. I desire to assist Liu Bei in unifying the world. However, Liu Bei, Guan Yu, Zhang Fei, Zhuge Liang, and others are all different from what I know. In a moment of uncertainty, I do not know who is good and who is evil. Within this world, there are those who fight for their survival, those who resort to any means for their beliefs, even accepting eternal infamy, and those who take risky actions for personal gain. Who among them will have the last laugh, I wonder!

424.76 Million words | 2021-09-28 14:38Update

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Dominance in the Warring States period. Fiction
Dominance in the Warring States period.

The war flames of the Warring States era blaze brightly, witness Zhao Kuo's relentless troop training, his willingness to fight bitterly at Changping, capturing a beauty, driving away the Xiongnu, battling the mighty Qin, challenging Bai Qi, and eventually dominating the world.

320.83 Million words | 2022-12-09 08:17Update

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Wu Tang Conquest Fiction
Wu Tang Conquest

Thief heavens, you actually made me become the son of Wu Zetian! Bah, I have my own strategy, why fear the Wutang faction! Lying drunk and reckless, singing boldly, I laugh as I watch the beautiful woman in her red sleeves. For a time, so many heroes, all fall into my trap. With my five-horse carriage and luxurious fur coat, all I desire is to plot a drunken scheme in the Zhangtai mansion, wielding my sword and pointing towards the Palace of Penglai from a distance.

239.00 Million words | 2021-07-10 04:13Update

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Anti-Japanese war bandits Fiction
Anti-Japanese war bandits

During the Japanese invasion, the country was devastated. Young Hu Fei cremated the bodies of his loved ones and his own residence in a blaze, and from then on he became a bandit on the mountains. Hu Fei, also known as Hu the Bandit, was renowned throughout the martial world. He fought against traitors and the Japanese invaders, determined to defend China and eradicate the vile invaders. Adorned with the halo of an anti-Japanese volunteer soldier, Hu Fei was a famous leader of the bandits who fought for the country and its people. From the Northeast to Xinjiang, from Jin Sui to Zai Lanfeng, from Nanjing to Nanchang, the land of China bore witness to Hu Fei's battles. With an unquenchable thirst for revenge, Hu Fei fearlessly charged into every battle against the Japanese invaders. A military force with a distinct bandit style traversed the land of China, appearing and disappearing like ghosts, shouting and advancing with unyielding courage. They were the heroic Anti-Japanese Volunteer Army! (This book is purely fictional. Any resemblance to actual events or people is purely coincidental.)

429.54 Million words | 2022-09-08 12:45Update

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Chaotic Ming Fiction
Chaotic Ming

New book released, titled "Eight Thousand Miles", book number: , mainly tells the story of the challenging industrialization in late Qing Dynasty. Your support is highly appreciated!

585.23 Million words | 2022-07-30 18:55Update

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The Three Kingdoms: Alone, Different, Few. Fiction
The Three Kingdoms: Alone, Different, Few.

Liu Kun found a rusty bronze mirror in his ancestral house, only to discover that it could unexpectedly connect him to the end of the Han Dynasty. With the support of reality, what kind of waves will Liu Kun create in the waning years of the Han Dynasty? And what is the true origin of this bronze mirror? Does it have other abilities? Please read "The Solitary and Isolated Path of the Three Kingdoms" to find out.

14.56 Million words | 2022-08-27 22:03Update

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Reverse Sui Fiction
Reverse Sui

Yang Tian: "Amo, remember, what belongs to brother is brother's. I won't give it to you, so you can't snatch it." Yang Guang: "But what if I like it?" Yang Tian: "That's not allowed either. Otherwise, there will be chaos in the world. You will be remembered for eternity, cursed for being disloyal and unfilial, cursed for being heartless... in short, you will end up with nowhere to be buried." Yang Guang: "..." After a while, Yang Guang timidly said, "Brother, if I eat an apple, will it be so serious?" Recommended Book by Lao Mao: "The New Biography of Rebel King Li Zicheng" (Book number: [Provide book number])

167.77 Million words | 2022-02-11 21:10Update

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