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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!
Demon Lord, Stay Away Fiction
Demon Lord, Stay Away

She was treated like a monster since she opened her eyes. Her own father scolded her as lewd and malicious, accusing her of seducing her own sisters' men. Before she could recover from her injuries, she was forced to marry the infamous Demon Lord. On their wedding day, the groom was absent and there were no guests. She was silently carried into the mansion through a side door. On their wedding night, the Demon Lord ordered her to be thrown into the Beast Garden. The world knew that the Demon Lord treated her cruelly, but they didn't know that she was happy to be neglected. She would have a drink, make delicious food, and tame ferocious beasts, living a carefree and independent life. Until that night, when he was drunk and pinned her down, she fought back with the self-defense techniques. 'If I disable the Demon Lord, would the queen plan to remain a widow?' 'Haven't I been a widow all along?' she smiled faintly, and at that moment she would never return from the depths of despair..

113.71 Million words | 2020-07-28 05:03Update

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Haughty and unrivaled Fiction
Haughty and unrivaled

During the period of the Southern and Northern Dynasties, she embarked on an unparalleled path of grandeur and beauty as a reborn pseudo-ailing delicate woman. She had a younger brother who experienced the hardships and sorrows of the world, shedding tears at her tomb as an orphan. She had an incredibly prestigious and legendary ancestor. Despite coming from a wealthy and noble family and possessing exceptional beauty, she passed away in the bloom of her twenties...

90.81 Million words | 2020-07-27 00:49Update

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Daring to Dance for the World Fiction
Daring to Dance for the World

On the first night entering the palace, he was knocked down to the ground, but because he was a beautiful young man, Xiang Xiang let him go. Assassin? Palace guards? Eunuch? In the subsequent encounters, Xiang Xiang couldn't imagine that he, with beautiful eyes, was actually a prince abandoned in the cold palace. She brought food to visit him, danced gracefully for his mother, hoping to show him a little warmth through her efforts. The prince touched her head and asked, 'Do you pity me?' In the depths of the palace, her beauty brought her calamity, and her former friend pushed her into a desperate situation. The prince approached her and lightly said, 'Don't be afraid, I'm here.' The situation changed dramatically as the old emperor suddenly died, the crown prince ascended the throne, and the new emperor, for his beloved, didn't hesitate to harm his siblings. In order to save her loved one, Xiang Xiang resolutely sacrificed herself. As the prince left for the border war, she danced on a high platform, waiting for his return with the troops so they could leave together.

76.40 Million words | 2020-07-26 14:49Update

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Harmony is the most valuable. Fiction
Harmony is the most valuable.

Ordinary city office worker Gu Xiyu crossed over to a strange time and space due to a random rescue incident. She has no ability to change this world and no ambition to rule it. She only desires a simple life with a husband, children, and warm hearth. However, life is never smooth, as fate has its own plans... Moved, a large group. Group number: New novel "The Guide to the Concubine" has started, sisters are welcome to support.

112.55 Million words | 2020-07-26 07:32Update

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Ugly women are like chrysanthemums. Fiction
Ugly women are like chrysanthemums.

After crossing over into the body of the ugly country girl, Chuhua, she disregarded the disdain and sympathy in people's eyes, blooming like a wild chrysanthemum, proudly flourishing in the field amidst the desolate autumn breeze. As her youth faded like the chrysanthemum, love quietly observed from a distance... **************The new book "Field Destiny" by Yuan Ye is being updated, please friends, collect, recommend, and support. Thank you!

184.03 Million words | 2020-07-25 10:00Update

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Sweet Fragrance Farm Fiction
Sweet Fragrance Farm

The female CEO crossed over to the body of a homeless beggar with amnesia, fought against an evil stepmother, and found a cherished confidant. She resumed her former profession, creating ancient western-style pastries, and rebuilt her own dessert kingdom. She also found a loyal and courageous young general. Come, let the domineering CEO shower you with affection!

129.24 Million words | 2020-07-25 05:18Update

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Miss Jiang Si Fiction
Miss Jiang Si

My lifetime goal is to live a life of eating and waiting for death. Little did I know, I have a great grandfather who runs away when he can't win a fight; a father who keeps his true abilities hidden; a grandmother whose heart leans towards the Pacific; and a half-sister who constantly wants to steal her position as the legitimate daughter. Fourth Miss said, "Why don't we set up a stage? Although we have no other skills, we excel at acting!"

158.71 Million words | 2020-07-22 00:15Update

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Perfect Match Fiction
Perfect Match

Zhen's fourth sister of the Zhen family is ambitious, competitive, selfish, and vain. She used every scheme to engineer a situation where she and the Crown Prince of the Duke of Zhen's family ended up falling into the water together. Then, after Zhen's fourth sister fell into the water, a silly and food-loving girl appeared... ---------------------------------------------- A non-traditional domestic struggle, where the female lead is not a perfect figure. Those who cannot accept it, please proceed with caution. Those who choose to ignore this warning, please bring your own lightning rod.

141.37 Million words | 2020-07-21 02:51Update

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concubine Fiction
concubine

Bai Susu died and then came back to life. After her rebirth, Bai Susu had two things to do. The first was to live a good life with Lord Lu, and the second was to work hard to make steamed buns with Lord Lu. Bai Susu: "Today I saw someone fall while going out. Everyone else laughed, but I couldn't laugh." Lord Lu: "Your heart is kind!" Maid: "Today, Madam fell and ate dirt." Lord Lu: "......" Bai Susu: "......haha, haha." Bai Susu: "I see how hard you work day and night, my Lord. It must be exhausting. I've specially prepared a

83.98 Million words | 2020-07-18 01:26Update

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The First Silly Queen Fiction
The First Silly Queen

Mo Xiaoran, the chief of the Anti-Drug Division, transmigrated into the daughter of the Prime Minister of Dongyao Country, a notorious foolish queen. On her wedding night, she pretended to be ignorant, slapped the Emperor in anger, embarrassing the Empress Dowager. She caused chaos during the wedding, disrupting the Emperor's plans by making a scene when the Noble Consort was appointed. She is determined to act foolishly just to prove a point. Anyone who has taken my belongings shall return them willingly; those who have betrayed me shall take their own lives. Within the palace, everyone trembles in fear. Once she sets her gaze on someone, it is better to hang oneself sooner. The Emperor is furious, swearing not to let this damned woman go unpunished!!! She is trying everything to escape the palace, but unintentionally captures the hearts of four men... Who is the man who silently protects her from behind?

149.96 Million words | 2020-07-16 05:47Update

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Ancient feudal landlady Fiction
Ancient feudal landlady

Lindsay Yu, who came from a rural background, spent a fortune on her education. After graduating from agricultural college, she joined the ranks of the unemployed. Disheartened, she reluctantly returned to her hometown and became dependent on her family. Determined to turn her luck around, she took over a half-mountain orchard. Just as she was on the verge of entrepreneurial success, she woke up one day only to find herself in a different time and place. Though she accepted her fate and regarded it as a solution to a social problem, why was she still a peasant girl after coming here? Furthermore, she was sold into slavery. Did the heavens not allow her to have a bright future? ---------- Daily updates, thank you all for voting, recommending, supporting with rewards, and sending flowers. Thank you for subscribing and providing guidance through your comments!

55.92 Million words | 2020-07-15 05:58Update

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A Letter to My Wife Fiction
A Letter to My Wife

She, from the Mu family, had a lineage of loyalty and nobility, but met a tragic end of being executed along with her entire family. And the one who carried out the execution was her husband, the third prince of the mighty Jingguo Empire, known for his remarkable talent. At that moment, she realized that she was in love with the most heartless person in the world, a member of the royal family...

5.08 Million words | 2020-07-14 21:12Update

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The Inner Palace. Fiction
The Inner Palace.

"You are the gift that Qi Zhenyu gave to me, to replace his severed head. Did your father not tell you to obey me?" Xiang Ye flicked the jade bone fan in his hand, gently removing the empress's phoenix robe. "My grandmother said that the daughters of the Qi family do not need to obey." Min'er looked up at this blood-stained king, her eyes devoid of fear. On their wedding night, the emperor embraced other women while he slept. However, his neglect, humiliation, and oppression could not affect this woman. Until that day when Xiang Ye saw Min'er smiling at another man.

142.26 Million words | 2020-07-13 14:01Update

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Rebirth of the Iron-Boned Phoenix Empress Fiction
Rebirth of the Iron-Boned Phoenix Empress

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308.26 Million words | 2020-07-12 01:06Update

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And Test the World Fiction
And Test the World

At the top of the vast mountains, a game of chess awaits two players, while only one supreme ruler can control the world! In a chaotic and turbulent era, talented individuals emerge. She, with her carefree and free-spirited nature, struggles between her homeland and the martial world. He, skilled in strategy and calculation, wavers between the world and his beloved. Passionate kings aspiring for dominance, ethereal knights striving for worldliness, and a beautiful and noble princess skilled in intrigue... A struggle for supremacy among six kingdoms, where heroes vie for victory. Love and hatred entwined, debts and favors offset. Which holds greater importance, love or dominion over the world? How will they navigate through the entangled strands of fate and complete this game on the vast mountain, testing the world...

57.90 Million words | 2020-07-11 18:10Update

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A Farmer Girl with a Little Field Fiction
A Farmer Girl with a Little Field

In her previous life, Qingke suffered unhappiness when her daughter committed suicide in the Lihua Lake. Reincarnated, with the help of her daughter and the spirit stone of Nüwa, she acquired a one-acre field of gourds. Her daughter's wish was for her to find happiness in this new life. Thus, Qingke not only pursued her own happiness, but also strived to ensure the happiness and survival of her childless parents and sisters...

115.23 Million words | 2020-07-11 05:25Update

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Leftover women are undesirable. Fiction
Leftover women are undesirable.

Publisher: Shuo Pin Culture Limited Publication Date: // Modern leftover woman Xia Ruixi is reborn as an ancient leftover woman. She schemes and runs back and forth, jumping up and down, pretending to be foolish and silly, only to fulfill two wishes: First, find a way to get herself married; Second, only marry the right person, not the rich and influential ones. Especially not the wealthy, powerful, famous, and attractive young men from prestigious families. After marriage, holding the belief of "using a big stick and carrot to deal with men," she resolutely achieves two goals: First, firmly prevent concubines from entering the door; Second, cultivate her own excellent husband - he may be the alpha wolf, but in her hands, he will become a sheep wearing a wolf's skin!!! Is the world difficult? No fear. Is someone causing trouble? No fear. Are the relatives outrageous? Even less fear. Watch how she and her excellent husband, whom she has nurtured, strive to create the happy and peaceful life she desires! Group number: [group number], Password: [name of the protagonist in the book] ——*——*——*——*——*——*——*——*——*—— In the new novel "Heavenly Charm," in the middle of a PK battle, requesting support with pink hearts and PK votes. Thank you, everyone.

83.63 Million words | 2020-07-08 13:07Update

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The Noble Doctor Fiction
The Noble Doctor

Qi Yue fell into a strange time and space with one step With a married woman's hairstyle, her husband's face cannot be seen Living alone in a separate courtyard, experiencing cold stove, cold hearth, and cold eyes What's the joke? Since I am the mistress of this family Naturally, I have the final say Good food, good drink, good accommodation, everyone must follow the rules Try to challenge me, I dare you I will scare you to death -------------- The cover made by Mu Shui You! Hand-drawn and original! VIP book club: , requires official subscription verification and fan value.

146.05 Million words | 2020-07-08 05:28Update

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The Minister's Daughter Fiction
The Minister's Daughter

Young girl Wu Cuo Cuo is selected from the commoners and enters the palace, becoming an insider in the Bureau of Shang Shi. Like a seed blown onto the rooftop of the palace by the spring breeze, she starts to grow vigorously with even a speck of dust, roaming in a turbulent era, and writing her own legend with food and beliefs.

14.15 Million words | 2020-07-07 18:53Update

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Absolute Good Doctor Fiction
Absolute Good Doctor

Just graduated from medical school, this young student is about to step into a certain era even before entering society... Wasn't she supposed to build a career? Well, it doesn't matter where one starts. She is now a well-behaved and obedient noble lady, as well as an exceptional healer who saves lives... Little does anyone know, she actually possesses incredible skills in the art of poison! She doesn't harm others, just seeks to protect herself. Like an experienced saleswoman, she boasts and markets herself. Rest assured, she is definitely a skilled physician!

48.36 Million words | 2020-07-07 17:28Update

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Rebirth of the Noble Lady as a Common Wife Fiction
Rebirth of the Noble Lady as a Common Wife

Lin Youning was first the cousin of Gu Yixuan, and later his wife. After becoming pregnant with Lin Youning's child, Gu Yixuan never set foot in her courtyard again. Lin Youning had endured a lifetime of hardship, waiting until her son became the top scholar before hoping to live her remaining years in peace. However, when Gu Yixuan, who had come knocking on her door, angered her to the point where she choked on her own spit and died. After being reborn, Lin Youning's only goal was one thing: to die peacefully in old age.

118.60 Million words | 2020-07-07 06:03Update

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