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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!
Adorning flower pin and supporting the temple, walking through Chang'an city. Fiction
Adorning flower pin and supporting the temple, walking through Chang'an city.

Mu Jiaojiao cured the eldest young master of the Xiang residence and seized the opportunity to marry into a prestigious family, becoming the sixth madam of the Xiang family. From then on, a legend circulated in the streets - the entire life of the sixth young master of the Xiang family was worth only his elder brother's leg! Therefore, he was given the nickname Cui Yitui. Determined to turn the tables and redeem his dignity, Sixth Master Cui embarked on a hilarious and absurd marital drama. Scene 1: A certain man, on the verge of collapse, asked, "Why did you marry me in the first place?" A certain woman replied, "In this world, there are only two kinds of men I would marry. One who surpasses me in ability and makes me willingly submit to him, and the other who is pleasing to the eyes and makes me happily support him just by looking at him." "Which kind do I belong to?" "The second kind." ... "Ah, I can't take it anymore! I want a divorce! A divorce!" Scene 2: "Yitui, your wife is almost seduced by other men. Are you sure you can still eat?" His friend advised him earnestly, gesturing towards the other side of the room where a certain woman was happily chatting with a group of men. "Great! If she's with someone else, we can just divorce!" Sixth Master Cui nonchalantly threw a handful of melon seeds into his mouth. "You'll regret it!" His friend lamented with frustration. Just as he finished speaking, Sixth Master Cui burst into tears, shouting at the top of his lungs, "Help, my leg cramped up!" In the next moment, Mu Jiaojiao broke through the crowd and, while scolding angrily, gently massaged his calf. "Keep eating! You can eat as much as you want, you greedy dog! I can't be bothered with you!" "Wuwuwu, can't I be forgiven for making a mistake?" ... Sixth Lord Cui, can you please stop being so shameless?

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An Emblem of Excellence Fiction
An Emblem of Excellence

Mu Nianfu once thought, if given another chance to be reborn, she would want her father to be from a government official family and her mother to be from a business family. Then she would marry a handsome and wealthy man, living a luxurious and high-class life. Unfortunately, she guessed the beginning right, but not the ending... What? I should be grateful for the blessing from the god of fire and stop complaining? But what's the use of this useless thing besides starting fires and cooking? Therefore, Mu Nianfu felt sad. Therefore, Mu Nianfu deteriorated. Therefore, this is a story of fake farming and fake domestic conflicts, where two food lovers meet and go through various trials and tribulations to eat and drink well. Male Lead: ╰_╯Let me say it again, I am not a food lover! I am a gentleman, a gentleman who is far away from the kitchen! Hmm... What dish smells so good? Pass it over, let me try! Female Lead: (╯-╰) (Special thanks to the fierce and leaky book title provided by Pixie Qin, and the beautiful cover made by Mu Shui You, the works of both can be found in the first two links below, guaranteed to be good, feel free to click!)

207.14 Million words | 2022-04-23 08:22Update

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Evil Woman in Charge Fiction
Evil Woman in Charge

In her previous life, Lin Wan'er was a tomboy who traveled back in time to ancient times. However, her family perished in a big fire, her parents died, she was divorced by her fiancé, and her uncle and aunt treated her coldly. With people's mocking and gossip, as well as seven younger brothers to take care of, Lin Wan'er felt overwhelmed. Starting anew, Lin Wan'er, with her charming eyes, saw the reality clearly and decided to change her fate. She became the most notorious woman throughout history, seeking a better life, pursuing prosperity, gaining favor from high-ranking officials, challenging the court, pretending to be a 'poetry immortal' by imitating famous poets, writing books, engaging in business, and making money to become a 'business tycoon'. All the stunningly handsome men fell for her, but Lin Wan'er only chose one. PS: This new book is sweet and can be slowly cultivated, but the title is not good, not good. PS: When the evil woman gains power, chaos and fury shall follow...

207.11 Million words | 2022-08-28 21:31Update

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The gate of Chunmao Marquis. Fiction
The gate of Chunmao Marquis.

Yi, a charismatic and talented gentleman renowned throughout the Jiangnan region; Yi, a cousin with a turbulent background but exceptional intelligence; Yi, a cunning and skilled warrior from a different ethnic group... Uncle, remember, it's Uncle, not the trendy "uncle." They, the young noble men of Chang'an, adorned with extravagance and charm, some brash, some reserved... The delicate fingers, resembling orchids, delicately embroidering a handkerchief in a shy manner, young lady of the Hou family, stop laughing and rejoicing in your heart! Because... none of the above have fallen in love with you!!!

206.49 Million words | 2020-07-30 06:11Update

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Consort of the Scum King Fiction
Consort of the Scum King

>Content Description: (This is a twisted story of a man twisted like a pretzel and a woman bound to reach new heights, constantly interacting with each other.) Lord Zhan, from the Great Yuan Dynasty: In terms of power: He is above all, surpassing everyone! In terms of character: Well, he is supreme and unmatched! Because, he is a pervert. No reason to protect you, no rhyme or reason to kill you; Capricious and incredibly twisted. Miss Rong, from the Rong family: In terms of appearance: Beautiful like no one before, and no one after. In terms of temperament: Purely shocking, kind enough to move ghosts and gods! Unfortunately, it's all an act. No reason to deceive you, no discussion before burying you; Hypocritical and wicked. Don't play with different colors in front of me, whether it's white (pretending to be innocent) or green (pretending to be innocent but calculating) – they are all leftovers I played with! The women:... Gritting their teeth, clutching their handkerchiefs, inwardly saying: This shameless woman! Don't mention someone in front of me, because I'll eat them up and then spit them out! That someone:... Snorts coldly, glances disdainfully, tightens their fist – this woman needs to be taught a lesson! Marrying her, I only wanted to dig out

203.91 Million words | 2021-07-27 10:21Update

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Beauty Attracts the Phoenix Fiction
Beauty Attracts the Phoenix

The largest courtyard in the world is filled with the most gossip; From beggar to servant, from poverty to a nest of trouble; With the fierceness learned from fighting with stray dogs for food, remembering the tolerance learned from being wronged by others; Step by step, observe how the lonely girl, Red Phoenix, blossoms along her journey. **** The cover is passionately made by the dedicated reader, Lián Fēng. Thank you!

203.44 Million words | 2021-08-17 17:29Update

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The Arrival of Fengyi Fiction
The Arrival of Fengyi

In the largest courtyard in the world, there are the most rumors; from a beggar to a slave, from hunger to a den of gossip. With the fierceness learned from competing with vicious dogs for food, and the tolerance learned from being deceived by others, step by step, watch the lonely girl Fengyi blossom at every step.

203.44 Million words | 2023-06-25 06:34Update

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Good Farmland Happy Event Fiction
Good Farmland Happy Event

A heart full of devotion is met with heartless betrayal, leading to a journey to a foreign time and space, guided by a mysteriously enchanted gourd. With a tyrannical aunt, a stingy mother-in-law, an eccentric father-in-law, and an adorably foolish husband, what kind of rhythm is this? No more words need to be said, let's just strive forward! Behold, a chaotic countryside home with chickens flying and dogs jumping, where a silly husband and a fierce wife find joy aplenty.

203.15 Million words | 2020-09-28 12:30Update

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Vegetable Love Fiction
Vegetable Love

A poignant first love song gave rise to the prosperity of two grassroots clans. A group of adorable rural boys and girls enacted the legendary tale of a rise from poverty to success. In short, this is a story about a group of ancient rural children who surrounded the city with the countryside and established two prestigious families. ************* A new book, "Field Destiny," is currently being uploaded, a tale of farming. There is also a heartwarming completed farming story called "Ugly Woman Like a Chrysanthemum."

202.46 Million words | 2021-10-05 06:41Update

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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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An Yuan Fiction
An Yuan

The Ji family is a respected family, but not a hereditary one. Ji Anning is a young lady from the Ji family, and her father always treads on thin ice with his official career. The Ji family, spanning four generations, is led by Ji Anning's uncle. Ji Anning has lived in the Ji family for over ten years, watching dramas and performances for over a decade. Now at a marriageable age, she is about to step on the stage to perform the grand drama of life. She desires a perfect match arranged by heaven, yet the eligible women in her family believe that a good match requires plotting and grabbing. To grab or not to grab? To plot or not to plot?

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Medicine Retreat Lovely Lady Fiction
Medicine Retreat Lovely Lady

Becoming the legitimate eldest daughter of a royal merchant, but receiving no love from my father and facing a wicked stepmother, the noble mansion is full of struggles! You want to fight with me again? You want to fight with me? If you want to fight with me, I will fight you to the end! What? Saving your life means I have to marry you? Instead of sending valuable gifts, how about something light and easy to carry? If things don't go well, I'll just grab my bridal box and run away! My new book, "The Esteemed and Beloved Lady Pharmacist," has been released. Please continue to support it!

199.12 Million words | 2020-08-09 19:34Update

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The Drunk Girl Fiction
The Drunk Girl

Du Jiumei is the forty-fifth generation successor of the millennium-old cellar, and she is a renowned brewing master in Huaxia. She is known as the "Wine Lady". However, she was conspired against by her husband and best friend, who took away the cellar and cost her life. Bleeding all over, Du Jiumei fell into the cellar, and her blood activated the ancestral jade pendant. With a flash of golden light, she arrived in the Great Peace Dynasty with the millennium-old cellar. With the cellar by her side, Du Jiumei didn't care where she was or the numerous high-quality relatives she gained. What followed

197.21 Million words | 2023-03-28 23:39Update

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Bloodthirsty Queen Fiction
Bloodthirsty Queen

One moment she woke up, drugged and abandoned in a beggar's den?! Being useless is no big deal for her, with her enchanting figure and harmless looks. She crushes scumbags under her feet, entices hearts, and reveals her sharp edge! She is wicked and arrogant, but unknowingly becomes a backup plan for a cold and arrogant prince! One night, a certain man sneaks into her chamber and lazily says, 'Woman, how about playing a game?' She responds nonchalantly, 'Be careful not to capsize in the gutter!' When dominance meets cunning, who will prevail and rise to the top...

196.70 Million words | 2022-07-05 09:18Update

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Red Adorned Detective Fiction
Red Adorned Detective

Her official identity is a mystery. As a recruit for the embroidery department, she is targeted for all kinds of schemes: being drugged, poisoned, forced to worship at the flower hall, and even an unsuccessful escape attempt that leaves her unconscious. She looks up at the sky and asks, 'Is there anyone more unfortunate than me?' Just a joke leads her to become a female detective. From then on, her life undergoes an incredible transformation... In private, she is an abandoned infant, abandoned by her parents and family. Since you don't want me, I don't want you either. A carefree life is beautiful, and the male lead's devotion is both heartwarming and heartbreaking. He is also a handsome guy. The female supporting character's perfect disguise is torn apart, and she rises from being a soy sauce character to the female lead. [Writer formerly used the pen name, 'Wan Shuiyue', with a good track record - feel free to dive into this pit without any worries.] Please pay attention, everyone. Smash that follow button, collect, comment, and vote!

196.40 Million words | 2022-03-27 04:18Update

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Dynasty of the Phoenix Fiction
Dynasty of the Phoenix

He once promised to make her the empress. Little did he know that what awaited her was not the phoenix crown and imperial robes, but a cup of poisoned wine... By some twist of fate, she awakens in her youthful days, with her father still alive, her brother safe, and no trace of the tragedy that had befallen her. With a second chance at life, she vows to exact revenge for the grievances of her past life. Against all odds, she rises to the top. A tapestry of splendor and beauty, her life is like a work of art. This story is fictional; please exercise caution if you are a stickler for historical accuracy.

195.55 Million words | 2021-09-27 12:20Update

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Jun Jiuling Fiction
Jun Jiuling

In the winter of the third year of the Taikang era, a girl from the Ning family in the northern town of Yangcheng came to seek recognition but was rejected. After being refused marriage, the girl decided to hang herself in front of the Ning family's doorstep as a declaration of her determination. When the girl, who was thought to be dead, opened her eyes again, the fates of many people were completely turned upside down.

194.72 Million words | 2021-09-17 07:38Update

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Daily Life of Time Traveling in Ancient Times Fiction
Daily Life of Time Traveling in Ancient Times

Li Luaner, a woman from the end of the world, transmigrated into an ancient era as a farmer's daughter who ended her life due to divorce. She had a mentally disabled and weak elder brother, a hot-tempered and ambitious younger sister, and cunning relatives constantly watching her. Furthermore, their family was stricken with poverty. Faced with all these challenges, her extraordinary combat skills, honed through over a decade in the apocalypse, finally found purpose. Li Luaner firmly believed that no matter where she was, might makes right.

194.20 Million words | 2021-04-03 15:57Update

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The glory of the capital city sparkled. Fiction
The glory of the capital city sparkled.

Reborn into the noble family of the capital, where the wicked uncle held power, how difficult were the days for the lonely girl and her weak younger brother living under someone else's roof? In this brand new dynasty created by the reborn, the era of inventing and exploring foreign lands under the conqueror's rule had become a thing of the past. Chen Lanman thought that taking charge and arranging marriages would bring her peace of mind, but the troubles continued to arise. Since the predecessors had already made a grand entrance, why not be low-key and silently make everything better?

193.76 Million words | 2023-06-28 17:58Update

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Purple Terrace Journey Fiction
Purple Terrace Journey

Appearance and temperament like a lotus flower, with the personality of a king flower. Currently working as an alleged language interpreter in the grand harem of the Tai Ning Emperor. Mu Biwei's ideal is to become an immortal flower in the colorful Purple Terrace!

193.15 Million words | 2022-07-10 11:02Update

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Tough and spirited daughter-in-law in the mountain. Fiction
Tough and spirited daughter-in-law in the mountain.

(Subscription free) The poorest Xiao family in the remote mountain valley used up all their savings to buy a scarred and thin mute wife, who was ridiculed as the ugliest daughter-in-law in the whole village. Unable to bear the poverty, the ugly daughter-in-law ran away and fell into the hands of evil people, who beat her to death. Opening her eyes again, she found herself in a dark and thin body with the soul of an assassin. She healed her scarred face, her dark skin gradually became fair, and even the mute voice spoke again, becoming the most beautiful daughter-in-law. People in the village said that the Xiao family was unlucky and avoided them like the plague. Besides being extremely poor, they lived in poverty, but fortunately, the husband adored his wife. The daughter-in-law led her husband to earn money, buy land, diligently plant crops, raise children, and become wealthy through their sweat and wisdom. (This book has a clean protagonist couple, volume V). In addition, I highly recommend my completed works "Adorable Wife and Superstar Baby" and "Assassin Abandoned Consort: The Poisonous Rebellion." My new book, "Reborn Wife's Counterattack," will soon be completed. Dear readers, go check it out!

191.69 Million words | 2022-08-06 09:47Update

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