Best New Historical Fiction: Exploring the Past through Captivating Tales If you are a fan of historical fiction, you are in luck! There is a plethora of incredible new releases that beautifully blend history with fiction, taking readers on captivating journeys to different eras and places. In this article, we will dive into some of the best new historical fiction novels, their talented authors, and where you can find more captivating stories to satisfy your love for the genre. 1. "The Book Thief" by Markus Zusak: Set during World War II in Germany, this acclaimed novel follows the story of Liesel Meminger, a young girl living with her foster family. As she navigates through the hardships of war, Liesel finds solace and empowerment through stealing books. Markus Zusak's mesmerizing narrative makes this a must-read for any historical fiction enthusiast. 2. "The Tattooist of Auschwitz" by Heather Morris: Based on a true story, this moving novel transports readers to the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp during the Holocaust. Lale Sokolov, a Slovakian Jew, becomes the tattooist responsible for branding his fellow prisoners. Through resilience and love, Sokolov's story sheds light on the strength of the human spirit even in the darkest of times. 3. "The Nightingale" by Kristin Hannah: Kristin Hannah's masterpiece takes us to Nazi-occupied France during World War II. The novel follows the lives of two sisters, Vianne and Isabelle, who make profound choices to resist the Germans in their own ways. With beautifully crafted characters and meticulously researched historical details, "The Nightingale" is a heart-wrenching and unforgettable read. 4. "Pachinko" by Min Jin Lee: This epic saga spans four generations of a Korean family, beginning in 1910 with the Japanese occupation of Korea and continuing into the modern era. Through the intricately woven lives of the family members, Min Jin Lee explores themes of identity, love, and sacrifice, providing a unique perspective on the history of Koreans in Japan. 5. "The Alice Network" by Kate Quinn: Traveling between World War I and post-World War II, this gripping novel introduces readers to two indomitable women. Charlie St. Clair, a pregnant American searching for her missing cousin, teams up with Eve Gardiner, a former spy haunted by her past. Together, they unravel a web of secrets and bring to life the courageous women who served in the real-life Alice Network. If you want more recommendations or to explore further, several websites specialize in historical fiction. Goodreads (www.goodreads.com) offers an excellent platform for readers to find book recommendations, read reviews, and participate in discussion forums. The Historical Novel Society (www.historicalnovelsociety.org) is an invaluable resource for discovering new releases, author interviews, and historical fiction news. Whether you prefer stories set in ancient civilizations or more recent events, these best new historical fiction novels will transport you to extraordinary times and places. Immerse yourself in the past, experience the triumphs and tragedies, and discover the resilience of the human spirit through these captivating tales. Happy reading!
Lv Zhe unexpectedly traveled back to the time when Qin unified the Six Kingdoms, becoming a platoon leader in the Long Wall Legion. Will he turn the tide of events? Or will he compete for supremacy? After years of war, peace is finally restored, but the appearance of the Persians gives them a new conquest objective. The world is not limited to the Central Plains; there is so much land that can be conquered! Within the six gates, within the Emperor's land, crossing the western quicksand, reaching the northern households. To the east lies the Eastern Sea, and to the north lies Da Xia. Under the sun and moon, in boats and carriages, all fulfill their destinies and have no regrets. Acting according to the times is what makes an emperor. Under the heavens, there is no land that is not the king's, and on the outskirts of the land, there are no subjects that are not loyal. Wherever people go, they become subjects! We have been working hard and moving forward. Please grow with this book. We kindly request your attention, collection, and recommendation votes.
584.21 Million words | 2021-12-31 16:06Update
Have we become emperors now? Zheng Fei happily wondered, "Come, initiate the selection plan tomorrow. I want to enrich the harem a bit." "Send someone to draft an edict. I want to search for the secret techniques of dual cultivation throughout the world!" "Bring him here! Execute this traitor who seeks to usurp the throne!" "I will personally lead the imperial army to the north and teach those wolf cubs a lesson!" "Prepare to set sail! I am going to lead the troops and subdue those disobedient Eastern devils!" "Who
220.17 Million words | 2022-09-08 15:25Update
Cheat codes, nowadays, essentially mean hacking, but for Zhang Hongbin, who found himself in the late sixth year of Tianqi, it also symbolized the ability to turn everything to gold. Linked to a system called the Counterfeit Trade System in his mind, he could purchase all kinds of counterfeit goods from the future. While the quality might not be guaranteed, they were top-notch products in the sixteenth century. From common grains and oils to daily necessities, from basic iron spearheads to explosive bombs, as long as his level was high enough, he could buy anything he wanted. Oh, but
7.95 Million words | 2022-04-13 00:24Update
Modern loser Xiang Yun is reincarnated into the end of Eastern Han Dynasty. He unexpectedly rebirths in a bandit's lair, and engages in a battle of wits and bravery with Guan Hai, who has turned to a life of banditry. After cleverly escaping, they enter the city to seek help, but are constrained by Han laws. Xiang Yun has no choice but to head to the capital to plea his case. On the way, they encounter a mountain tiger, and in a critical moment, Xiang Yun is unexpectedly saved by the renowned warrior Xu Chu from the Three Kingdoms era. Xiang Yun cleverly forms a bond with Xu Chu and together they enter Luoyang to plea their case. On their return journey, they encounter Dian Wei, who angrily kills a local tyrant, and they save him. The three companions travel together, vanquish the mountain stronghold, and bestow benevolence and righteousness, establishing their names in the Eastern Han era. What? The Shu Han minister Xiang Lang is my brother? Xiang Chong is my nephew? Kuai Yue and Kuai Liang are my elder brother's good friends? Sima Hui is my teacher? Xiang Yun is pleasantly surprised. Then, what about Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong, and Xu Shu...my junior brothers? Wow haha...Three Kingdoms, here I come...Xiang Yun looks up to the sky and laughs uncontrollably...dreaming with drool...recruiting fierce generals, seizing territories. In this impassioned era, how will Xiang Yun make his choices? PS: This story is fantastical and purely fictional. Please do not imitate! QQ group: [omitted].
438.56 Million words | 2021-08-12 21:31Update
The Qu family is a family with a long history in Guicheng. Since the last century, they have appointed a family head with each generational change to lead the continuous development of the Qu family. With the advent of the new century, as the younger generation of the Qu family grows up, the long-feuding grievances of the previous century resurface. The Xie family, who suffered the destruction of their family, and the Luo family, burdened with deep-seated enmity, both have a significant connection with the Qu family. Qu Xiaotang, the beloved granddaughter of the current family head, is a sophomore at Guicheng University. During the summer vacation, she participated in a volunteer teaching program and was sent to Guicheng Pingzhen as an intern teacher. During this period, she experienced a series of incredible murder cases, and later, the true identity of her younger brother, Qu Xiaoyu, gradually became clear. With the appearance of the mysterious police officer, Luo Hao, Qu Xiaotang is once again pushed into an unimaginable conspiracy. The interests implicated behind this are actually the unsolved puzzles of the three families, Qu, Xie, and Luo, from the previous generation...and the Qu family will also usher in a new generational change of family head...
505.95 Million words | 2021-03-11 16:09Update
A modern youth travels back to the prosperous era of the Tang Dynasty. Working in a respectable government office, he has a beautiful and elegant wife, and he dutifully respects his parents. Additionally, he has an innocent and lovely younger sister who is not yet married. He is determined to become an upright and law-abiding servant of the court, always working for the people's benefit. Just like gold that shines wherever it goes. However, in the end, he accidentally ends up overturning the entire Tang Dynasty...
599.10 Million words | 2022-04-13 20:47Update
An unforeseen accident during a military exercise sent Captain Zhao Yunze of the Airborne Forces on a journey through time, transporting him to the era of the Great Tang Dynasty. From then on, his legend began in the expanse of the mighty Tang Dynasty. By the banks of the Wei River, a thunderous roar repelled the invading Turks; within the walls of Chang'an, his ingenious strategies astounded the court and the people. A peasant in the morning, a ruler in the evening, he ascended to the highest halls of power. In the command tent, he strategized and planned tirelessly, his brow drenched in sweat amidst the fields and workshops. His poems and verses stirred the spirits of gods and demons, his sword clashed with valiant heroes. Galloping through the vast desert, breaking through the waves of the open seas, he parachuted into the majestic Chang'an, roaming freely and unrestrained. Witness how Zhao Yunze maneuvers through the grandness of the Tang Dynasty, embarking on a lifetime of madness.
438.96 Million words | 2020-12-29 09:49Update
A new world rises, the strong balance, the weak struggle to survive, floating and sinking in this world, battling amid thunder and lightning. The extraordinary journey of a young soldier...
585.50 Million words | 2021-06-22 19:10Update
Tech-savvy guy Zhang Ye, who was supposed to be ordinary, suddenly stood out in the land of the southern barbarians during the Three Kingdoms period, thus leading a different life...Gone are the days of Lv Bu, Zhao Yun, Dian Wei, Guan Yu, Ma Chao, and Zhang Fei! Watch me, the Sword Saint, Old Bull, Prophet, and Little Crooked, dominate the world of the Three Kingdoms... (QQ group: Warcraft fans and Three Kingdoms enthusiasts are welcome to join!)
241.05 Million words | 2021-05-12 08:43Update
My name is Cyberton, I have a small box. If your nickname is related to the heroes of the Sui and Tang dynasties, I can grant you their powers. As for that Wang Lun, we formed a sect together. Whose power do you want to obtain? What...the power of Li Mi? And you want me to find you Xiao Fei? Why don't you go die!
527.29 Million words | 2020-08-22 07:18Update
A modern person named Liu Feng became the adopted son of Liu Bei, the founding emperor of Shu Han. This identity was originally honorable, as Liu Bei did not yet have a son of his own, especially one named Adou. However, as a modern person, Liu Feng knew that in the near future, Liu Bei's biological son Adou would be born, and he, as the adopted son, would become a thorn in Liu Bei's side. In the end, he was condemned to death. As a man, he couldn't passively accept his fate and silently await death. He wanted to take control of his own destiny and the fate of Shu Han and its courtiers. Shu Han, I shall take charge. When it comes to reading online literature, use the magnificent Bambook. Official website, direct sales only!
313.54 Million words | 2023-01-30 16:11Update
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
In the Imperial Palace of the Ming Dynasty, wisps of blue smoke rose, The southern barbarians and northern invaders gazed upon the vast land, After nearly two hundred years, the Empire of Ming was showing signs of decline, In the darkest days of Ming, a loud sound came from the sky, and a young man appeared out of nowhere. Many years later, the young man would say with deep emotions, "If I hadn't taken a second look at you in the crowd, would I have become like this?" PS: This book has been contracted, please feel free to bookmark it. The author has already completed two VIP books, "Man Tang Chun" and "Ming Dynasty Hero." Please show your support!
298.35 Million words | 2021-05-04 13:02Update
The land is open and flat, with well-structured houses and beautiful fields, ponds, mulberry trees, and bamboo groves. The streets are busy, with the sounds of chickens and dogs. The people come and go, engaged in farming and wearing clothing like outsiders. Young and old, they all live happily. This is the Peach Blossom Spring described by Tao Gong, as well as Hanjia Village, envisioned by Yang Ming. Going from a village to a political power, Yang Ming transformed the late Ming Dynasty with the wisdom of a modern person.
315.84 Million words | 2023-03-05 15:09Update
War is a play and a pathway to wealth. There's nothing unimaginable in this world, only things we cannot achieve. The crazy soldier will reveal all the facts to you. Modern man Guo Bin travels through time to the chaotic world of World War II. In the battlefield, Guo Bin learns to be despicable and cunning, doing whatever it takes to ensure his own survival. It's not easy for Guo to come to this world, so he must find a way to return and enjoy life, right? With his special abilities, Guo Bin seamlessly blends into major battles and writes about the humorous moments of the soldiers in World War II... If you, my dear readers think "Conquering Berlin" is not bad, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends on your QQ groups and Weibo!
342.00 Million words | 2020-10-27 20:12Update
"Spartacus" is an outstanding historical novel by the famous Italian writer Raffaello Giovagnoli in the 19th century. It tells the story of a grand gladiator uprising that took place in ancient Rome. Led by Spartacus, the gladiators rose up against the tyranny of the Romans in order to fight for freedom and dignity. They bravely fought against their powerful enemies, repeatedly achieving surprising victories and inflicting heavy casualties on the Roman army. However, the gladiator army was eventually surrounded and annihilated by the formidable enemy forces, with Spartacus fighting until his last breath. The novel truthfully recreates the struggle for freedom and liberation fought by the oppressed two thousand years ago, and immortalizes the iconic figure of the uprising leader, Spartacus."
351.59 Million words | 2021-09-08 04:54Update
Breaking News! Breaking News! That infuriating Lin Ah Zhen has once again ejaculated and traversed both domestic and international territories. Miss Yin, please stop behaving like this, even touching someone's hand can cause a calamity. Can't we be more refined? Oh, no? Well then, close your eyes first, the mountains are still green, the waters are still long... Goodbye! Fairy Miss, I not only excel at undressing people, but I also carry a deadly weapon on me at all times. What? Where's the weapon? Come on! How about this? Is this weapon as powerful as the Golden Cudgel? I guarantee that I can defeat both the Spider Spirit and the White Bone Spirit within three rounds. Smack... What are you staring at? Haven't you seen a man with rouge on his cheeks before? Oh no! Darling Pian'er, did you forget to put the kitchen knife back in the kitchen? Ah Zhen Ge Ge, Pian'er wants to chop someone...
555.96 Million words | 2023-05-01 15:56Update
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78.40 Million words | 2021-09-01 08:01Update
I slept on a dragon couch at night, embraced by Empress He, but not Emperor Han Lingdi, Liu Hong. During the day, I commanded troops, with Lu Bu as my general. Wang Yun sent Diaochan to use a series of tricks against me, but not Dong Zhuo. If you ask who I am, in fact, I am a modern person who traveled through time to become a humble youth in the late Eastern Han Dynasty. In the chaotic era of the Three Kingdoms, why bother coming from a prestigious family? Four generations of high officials mean nothing more than transient clouds! Generational elites are nothing more than weeds! With my limited understanding of the Three Kingdoms, I dare to seize the imperial throne and become an emperor.
343.84 Million words | 2021-11-14 12:48Update
Cheng Huailiang, a youth of the new century, grew up under the five-starred red flag while reading the martial arts novels of Jin Yong and Gu Long. He always dreamed of witnessing the legendary Dragon Subduing Eighteen Palms, Nine Suns Divine Art, and Dugu Nine Swords, hoping to witness the extraordinary skills of heroes like Qiao Feng and Guo Jing. He also longed to see the legendary beauties like Xiaolongnü and Huang Rong, and to live like the decadent sons and daughters in TV dramas, strolling the streets at sunset with a few lackeys, taking advantage of every opportunity to approach beautiful women... Luck brought him to the Tang Dynasty, a place coveted by many. After achieving wealth and status, he thought he could enjoy endless indulgence and pursue countless women. However, he soon realized that although the Tang Dynasty was beautiful, it was full of traps. Li Er was the biggest pitfall, and even the esteemed Changsun treated him like a cash cow. The famous generals and ministers in the imperial court manipulated him for their own gain. In order to lie on a bed of gold and live a life of ease, Cheng Huailiang's previously carefree life turned into one of constant hardship. The princess of the Tang Dynasty, with her passion and beauty, the majesty of the grasslands, the desolation of the desert, the sorrow outside the royal city, and the allure of the island nation, all these will be revealed here, one by one. With my spear pointing in all directions, nothing can stand against me. Wherever I stand, it becomes the territory of the Tang Dynasty!
122.75 Million words | 2022-07-18 09:57Update
