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Romantic Historical Fiction: Bringing the Past to Life

If you are a fan of both love stories and history, then romantic historical fiction is the perfect genre for you. This captivating genre combines the allure of romance with the rich backdrop of the past, immersing readers in a bygone era while keeping them captivated with tales of forbidden love, passion, and adventure.

When it comes to romantic historical fiction, there are several notable authors whose works have garnered widespread acclaim and captured the hearts of countless readers. One such author is Diana Gabaldon, renowned for her Outlander series. Taking readers on a time-traveling journey through 18th-century Scotland, Gabaldon expertly weaves together romance, history, and fantasy in a way that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

Another highly regarded author in this genre is Philippa Gregory. Her novels, such as "The Other Boleyn Girl" and "The White Queen," shed light on the turbulent times of the Tudor era, exploring the lives of powerful women and their tumultuous relationships. Gregory's ability to combine historical accuracy with compelling storytelling brings the past to life in a way that both history buffs and romance enthusiasts can appreciate.

If you're looking for recommendations beyond these well-known authors, there are numerous hidden gems waiting to be discovered. "The Bronze Horseman" by Paullina Simons is an epic love story set against the backdrop of World War II Russia. This emotionally charged novel follows the lives of two star-crossed lovers as they navigate the hardships of war.

For those who prefer a touch of mystery, "The Tea Rose" by Jennifer Donnelly is a romantic saga set in Victorian London. It tells the story of a young woman's journey from poverty to success as she battles against adversity and finds love along the way.

To delve deeper into the world of romantic historical fiction, there are several websites and book communities dedicated to this beloved genre. Goodreads, for instance, offers an extensive collection of user-curated lists and reviews, allowing you to discover new titles and join discussions with fellow readers.

In conclusion, romantic historical fiction provides the perfect blend of love, passion, and historical settings. Whether you're drawn to tales of knights and ladies in medieval times or yearn for the intrigue and romance of the Regency era, there is a wealth of captivating novels waiting to transport you to a different time and place. So pick up a book, immerse yourself in a world of love and history, and let your imagination run wild. Happy reading!
Peerless Beloved Wife Fiction
Peerless Beloved Wife

In her previous life, Situ Yingxiu was gentle and virtuous, waiting patiently for her fiance for ten years. However, in the end, she was framed and sent to prison. In order to maintain her innocence, she jumped from the hundred-foot tall white tower of Dongyuan Country and tragically died in front of everyone. Unexpectedly, she was reborn and regained her life. Situ Yingxiu, who had been given a second chance, declared, "Forget about being virtuous and gentle! I'm going to be a domineering queen! I am proud to be a strong woman!" But the reborn domineering queen was always blocked on her path to success by a quiet, mysterious, cold, and reserved male god. How could she break through his barriers?! Situ Yingxiu said, "I urgently need to enjoy life! Please move aside!" The male god glanced at her sideways and said, "Enjoy life? Does your master know about that?..." Situ Yingxiu: "..." In conclusion, every quiet, mysterious, cold, and reserved male god exists because he has yet to encounter a goddess who can make him lose control...

288.47 Million words | 2022-09-21 23:04Update

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Hypocritical appearance. Fiction
Hypocritical appearance.

Behind every meticulous makeup, perhaps lies a treacherous heart. Chu Weilin, who crossed over to ancient times, was oppressed by her in-laws and had a difficult time. On the verge of despair, Chu Weilin had to scheme against her in-laws, causing them to disperse and lose their wealth, while she herself became an abandoned daughter, destined for a tragic fate. Upon waking up and returning to her childhood, all she wished for was a peaceful life. However, why won't those who harmed her just let her go? In her previous life's struggle, who did she become a weapon for? This time, she will personally tear apart those elegant disguises and reveal their true hypocritical nature. ------------ New book seeking care and nourishment ~~ Please come and collect tickets ~~ Along the way of nourishing the new book, you can first kill the old book ~~

127.25 Million words | 2022-04-23 00:19Update

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A Thousand Poisons and Mountains Fiction
A Thousand Poisons and Mountains

Reborn as a princess, great! Reborn as a beautiful princess, even better! But why is this princess being neglected by her mother-in-law, unloved by her husband, and even bullied by her concubines? What did she do to deserve this? In just three years, she went from being a legendary princess of a dynasty to this! No, I won't accept the fate that comes with this body! Lu Xiaofei, a gossip reporter, is determined to completely change this situation and take control of her own destiny! Wait... why does this idiotic and bizarre princess actually seem like she's not 'someone else'? This novel is now complete. Check out my new book, 'The Great Tang Moon', a fantasy story blending historical facts and time travel in ancient China, for those interested in a seven-day tour of the Tang Dynasty.

65.45 Million words | 2020-09-18 01:26Update

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Elegant beauty. Fiction
Elegant beauty.

Father imprisoned, huge debts at home, with no other choice, Liujing, who was once a prodigy but suppressed and tamed for six years by her parents, starts disguising herself as a man and doing everything possible to support this family. Little did she know, the man she once hurt, attacked, and provoked is also making a dramatic appearance. And that man has completely turned to the dark side now...

110.99 Million words | 2023-01-29 16:50Update

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Concubine in the Forbidden City Fiction
Concubine in the Forbidden City

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

235.94 Million words | 2023-05-14 23:11Update

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The Precious Farm Girl Fiction
The Precious Farm Girl

In her previous life, a noble and talented young lady was mistreated. Reborn, she seeks revenge and settles scores. She keeps a low profile to strategize for a life of glory. However, her mother is insane, a concubine takes the main seat, and her siblings are weak. Surrounded by enemies, the resilient Shui Yao must fight her way out.

81.32 Million words | 2021-09-12 06:07Update

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The White Lotus Strategy Fiction
The White Lotus Strategy

White Lotus said: For men who want me as their strategist, I rely on my intellect. White Lotus also said: For the man I will marry in the future, I rely on my appearance. Someone asked: And what about me? White Lotus helplessly replied: With all my heart and soul! Someone responded: Well, what's important is the body. White Lotus:... In this life, with a new status and identity, White Lotus knows that her only concern is to marry a good man. But one day, when she discovered that her loved ones from her past life were still trapped in the whirlpool of power, she faces a choice - to clear the clouds or proceed with her marriage? Someone: Miss, are these two things conflicting? (New book by a certain author, seeking love and support.)

140.17 Million words | 2021-10-04 16:33Update

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A half-zombie farming Fiction
A half-zombie farming

Captain Huayun, leader of the Zombie Hunting Squad, was bitten by the Zombie King and thrown into a different time and space, only to be reborn in the body of a little girl named Luoli. Despite the hardships and the presence of perfect individuals surrounding her, Captain Huayun, who found solace in the love and warmth of her family, declared, "Nothing can bring me down!" But then her older brother said, "Sister, don't eat that, it's alive!" Her younger sister pleaded, "Sister, don't eat that, it's raw!" And her younger brother exclaimed, "Sister, don't eat that, it's still moving!" Tears welled up in Huayun's eyes as she asked, "Then what can I eat?" Suddenly, someone unbuttoned their collar and said, "Eat me!"

81.31 Million words | 2021-12-22 19:36Update

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The Legitimate Daughter's Scheme Fiction
The Legitimate Daughter's Scheme

She thought she would bask in glory and favor throughout her life, only to realize on her deathbed that she had merely stepped into a maze carefully designed by her husband. Reborn in a new life, she was no longer the gentle, kind, and virtuous fourth daughter of the Yun family. Struggling for power and favor? Political scheming? She handled everything with ease. As for those who would not die unless they courted death themselves, Yun Xiao vowed to trample them under her feet and crush them mercilessly. However, what's the deal with that high and cold man who appeared gentle but was actually cunning? Yun Xiao sneered, "Being secretive is a disease that needs to be cured!" Excuse me, please step aside! The man smirked, "Aren't you in charge of all the money? I just came to inform you that your son is waiting for you at the medicine shop to redeem someone!"

202.22 Million words | 2020-08-06 15:20Update

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Grace and Elegance Fiction
Grace and Elegance

She was once a spirited woman of the century, but now finds herself as a pitiful abandoned wife on the verge of divorce. Who dares to bully her? No chance! I'll leave on my own, no need for you to chase me away! She is not like the previous owner, a woman willing to be mistreated. Reborn, she is determined to make up for the regrets of her past life - lacking a leg, lacking fortune. In this lifetime, she will have nimble feet and sharp eyes... Watch as she travels the world as the phoenix under the name of a witch, with grace and elegance.

74.00 Million words | 2022-08-06 05:29Update

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Two Villains Make a Pair Fiction
Two Villains Make a Pair

What is evil? Fear, hatred, oppression. How to stop evil? The sage said, teach, follow, measure it with goodness. But Zhaung Shuqing snorted at this and said killing is simply a trivial matter, why make it so complicated, right? She takes on this karma without fear or regret, of course, it would be even better if she had someone to rely on...

67.91 Million words | 2022-01-25 03:14Update

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Witch Spirit Fiction
Witch Spirit

After being expelled by his master, Jing Ye finds himself bored and decides to seek refuge with the Empress's aunt in the capital city. Unfortunately, his aunt is murdered, and his clueless cousin insists on going to Miao Jiang to learn magic. On his journey, Jing Ye impersonates a witch spirit to earn some money, and eventually encounters a powerful demon. The elegant and handsome prince, Chang Gong, from thirteen years ago, holds a witch spirit decree, commanding all witches in the world. In the past, he had saved the emperor's life as a divine doctor, but instead of accepting the reward, he uttered the words, 'How can I let Your Majesty die? The empress doesn't want that, she just wants you to suffer.'

37.56 Million words | 2021-05-07 21:50Update

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The Lady May Not Be Human Fiction
The Lady May Not Be Human

In a great battle between deities and demons, countless low-level immortals perish. After the Winter Warms dies and opens her eyes again, she finds herself transported into a familiar novel. Next door is a scholar who will become a powerful noble in the future, and she is merely the neglected first wife who is exhausted from serving him. As a spirit of bamboo, Winter Warmth, who is naturally absent of emotions, declares: she won't do it for anyone but herself! Compared to the weak-hearted scholar, Winter Warmth prefers to live at the outskirts of the village, where a taciturn and strong man resides. This man is tall, sturdy, handsome, and possesses an aura that can nourish Winter Warmth's soul – a rare gem in the human realm. Winter Warmth: It's you! Strong man: Stay away from me!!! XD

138.99 Million words | 2022-05-26 06:31Update

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Nine Gates Phoenix Blossom Fiction
Nine Gates Phoenix Blossom

She was the daughter of a powerful minister, the niece of the Empress Dowager, and showered with countless favor; but she made a fatal mistake by loving someone who brought her endless misfortune, so she could only take him down with her. Today, Fu Mingzhu is fortunate enough to be reborn. Let's see how she avenges her past, fights against her enemies, and courageously breaks off her engagement. She vows to become extraordinary, controlling the wind and rain at her fingertips! Book fans, to join our group, please knock on the door and mention the name of any main character in the book. Everyone is welcome to join the fun! The simplified and traditional versions of this book are now available on the market. Your support is greatly appreciated

191.20 Million words | 2022-07-02 11:35Update

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The Foolish Concubine's Strategy Fiction
The Foolish Concubine's Strategy

Lin Yumo is a proud and talented woman from the modern world, with her grace, elegance, and exceptional intelligence. Ling Yuwei is the foolish young lady of the Prime Minister's residence, with her ugly appearance and ignorance. When the modern Lin Yumo mysteriously travels to the ancient times, how will everything unfold? Nangong Yi is the highly favored third prince of the Southern Spirit Kingdom, yet he forsakes countless beautiful women during the bride selection ceremony and chooses the ugliest of them all. Is it a coincidence or is there a deliberate intention behind it? Li Wenchen is the wealthy young master of the capital city, who tries every means to dissolve his engagement with her but later pursues her relentlessly. What is the reason behind it? Yan Zimo is the esteemed crown prince of the Northern Cloud Country, who develops affection for her despite her plain appearance, only to discover later that she is his long-lost sister. Who is the millennium-long journey for? And who is the one person who can accompany her through this life?

61.60 Million words | 2023-05-24 20:03Update

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The Imperial Doctor's Splendor: The Empress Consort Fiction
The Imperial Doctor's Splendor: The Empress Consort

【Perfect Ending!】 She came from a prestigious family, crippled her left foot to save the prince, but was publicly humiliated on her wedding day. The crown prince refused to marry her, and she was left alone, abandoned by her heartless father and wicked stepmother, while they looked on with cold eyes... She was a abandoned orphan of the family, he was a prince burdened with deep-rooted enmity. A Qixi feast displayed her unparalleled elegance, stunning the entire

308.88 Million words | 2021-05-16 11:57Update

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The Wicked Woman of the Vermillion Gates Fiction
The Wicked Woman of the Vermillion Gates

One morning, she woke up to find herself in the body of a second generation wealthy family member. Despite her high birth, she was forced to flee the family home with her younger brother and live on a farm for years. When she finally returned to her old life, she found herself surrounded by cruel and deceitful people, with toxicity seeping beneath their beautiful exteriors. In order to protect her brother, she adopted a ruthless persona and earned a notorious reputation. People tried to crush her like a cockroach, but she laughed and said, "Even without a head, a cockroach can still live for nine days. If you want to defeat me, you have to try harder!" Watch as this wicked woman reigns supreme and laughs in the face of her enemies.

108.75 Million words | 2020-07-28 05:55Update

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The Mistress Fiction
The Mistress

Gu Zheng had no choice but to reluctantly marry the lowly woman, even though the man looked down on him. She felt that she was destined to be a supporting character in this world, so she lived a life of conformity and obedience. However, in the blink of an eye, the man became the concubine of the Duke's Mansion? The concubine was promoted to become the little master of the Duke's Mansion, but the mansion looked down on her status as a concubine's wife. Gu Zheng felt it necessary to fight for her own future, so she took some money and prepared to leave. The abandoned man sneered coldly, revealing his muscular and shiny golden thighs.

149.96 Million words | 2022-04-09 08:36Update

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The Concubine's Daughter-in-law Fiction
The Concubine's Daughter-in-law

She, Shen Lingwei, a business genius who walks between the light and dark sides. Ever since the day she was kicked out of her family and ended up living in nightclubs to make a living, the four words "ruthless and cunning" became her slogan. She, Shen Yunyou, a useless and foolish commoner. First, she made a fool of herself by wearing heavy makeup and publicly declaring that she wanted to spend her wedding night with a handsome prince, becoming the laughingstock of the world. Later, on her wedding day, she received a divorce letter, becoming the shame of the duke's manor. Overwhelmed by anger and humiliation, she went crazy and caused a scene in a brothel, only to be pushed down by a woman in the arms of her fiance, losing her life. When the modern her became the ancient "her," everything was completely different. [Seeking flowers, seeking esteemed guests, seeking support, seeking collection. Under normal updates, an additional chapter

134.42 Million words | 2022-11-26 17:48Update

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Hua Jin Li Fiction
Hua Jin Li

Her codependent brother died suddenly, before the seventh day of mourning had even passed. Then her husband's family and her own family conspired to poison her, causing her to perish. The only thing she could do before her death was to drag these people down to the underworld with her. Luckily, she was given a second chance in her prime years. Her brother was still alive, and there was still time to do everything. This time, she would protect her brother, tear off the masks of those so-called "people," and trample them all underfoot! She would tread upon them and crush them! Witness how she schemes for a splendid life of revenge on the road paved with silk in the Hua Jin district. ******************************************** Additionally, the original title "Nong Hua" has been changed to "Hua Jin Li". O(∩_∩)

163.05 Million words | 2020-07-04 13:55Update

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Your lady, Ying. Fiction
Your lady, Ying.

Hu Lu, the barbarian, has his eyes set on the Central Plains, eager to dominate. The emperor indulges in a life of drunken dreams, surrounded by three thousand beauties. The powerful ministers each have their own scheming minds, plotting for wealth and power. This paints a picture of a woeful and tear-inducing scene where disaster is imminent. However, the author remains steadfast in his original intention to continue writing a sweet summer romance! Therefore, Miss from a prestigious family, please put down your long spear and stay away from that dappled horse! You should know that someone has always been standing in front of you, so stop trying to imitate Mulan! Mulan had no choice, okay?!

270.78 Million words | 2021-04-28 01:29Update

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