The year 2017 was brimming with captivating historical fiction novels that transported readers to bygone eras filled with adventure, intrigue, and compelling characters. From ancient civilizations to war-torn landscapes, here are some of the best historical fiction novels of 2017 that took the literary world by storm. 1. "The Underground Railroad" by Colson Whitehead: This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel takes readers on a harrowing journey through the history of slavery in America. With a powerful blend of historical accuracy and imaginative storytelling, Whitehead tells the story of a young woman's escape from a Georgia plantation via a literal underground railroad. 2. "The Essex Serpent" by Sarah Perry: Set in Victorian England, this enchanting novel explores the intersection of science and superstition. When a mythical creature called the Essex Serpent is rumored to have resurfaced in a small coastal village, a wealthy widow and a local pastor embark on a quest to find the truth, unraveling secrets and challenging societal norms along the way. 3. "Lincoln in the Bardo" by George Saunders: An innovative and hauntingly beautiful novel, "Lincoln in the Bardo" delves into President Abraham Lincoln's grief-stricken journey after the death of his young son, Willie. Set in a graveyard populated by spirits stuck in the Bardo (the Tibetan Buddhist concept of the afterlife), this novel is a moving exploration of loss, love, and the complexities of human existence. 4. "Pachinko" by Min Jin Lee: Spanning multiple generations, "Pachinko" tells the epic saga of a Korean family living under Japanese colonial rule. This richly detailed novel follows their struggles, dreams, and sacrifices as they navigate love, oppression, and the pursuit of a better life. Min Jin Lee's compelling storytelling sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of history and the endurance of the human spirit. 5. "The Other Einstein" by Marie Benedict: Based on the life of Mileva Marić, a brilliant scientist and the first wife of Albert Einstein, "The Other Einstein" offers a thought-provoking glimpse into the challenges faced by intelligent women in early twentieth-century Europe. This meticulously researched novel delves into Mileva's contributions to Einstein's work and the sacrifices she made in the shadow of her husband's fame. For avid readers seeking historical fiction of the highest caliber, these novels from 2017 are must-reads. Step into the past through these captivating stories and explore the diverse worlds created by these talented authors. To discover more historical fiction novels and delve deeper into this genre, reputable book review websites such as Goodreads and BookPage offer a wealth of information and recommendations. Happy reading!
Traversing back to the late Northern Song Dynasty, I became Zhao Gou, the ninth son of Emperor Huizong of Song. Confronted with a decaying and corrupt rule, armed with memories from the future, I sought to alter my predestined fate. Standing alongside renowned figures such as Yue Fei and Lin Chong, I clashed with formidable opponents like Gao Qiu and Qin Huai. Amidst the chaotic era, I experienced both the trials of love and the pursuit of power, achieving both personal happiness and the prosperity of the Northern Song Dynasty. Witness how I lead a weakened nation, step by step, to rise against all odds. Tags by the author: Epic struggle
446.18 Million words | 2021-05-22 02:44Update
This book is a work of alternative history. It tells the rise and legend of a surviving branch of the Xiangma armed forces in Shandong during the late Qing Dynasty. Witness how they achieve a magnificent transformation from bandits in the Meng Mountains to the Meng Mountain Army, how they play out a bloody drama on the stage of historical epochs, crushing domestic warlords, purging feudal filth, establishing a glorious republic, expelling Russia and annihilating Japan, washing away the humiliations from the Opium War to the Battle of Jiawu, and once again proclaiming the might of China. This book not only portrays grand and sweeping war scenes but also explores the struggles of both prominent and ordinary individuals caught in the tide of history - encompassing the struggles of family, country, and the world, the pursuit of power, wealth, and love, loyalty, and betrayal. Every person faces difficult choices. QQ group number for readers: [Please provide a specific QQ group number]
401.73 Million words | 2021-05-16 21:49Update
In the late years of the Tang Dynasty, Li Zong, at the age of fourteen, was enthroned as a puppet emperor. He reigned for three years before being assassinated by Zhu Quanzhong, the Prince of Liang. He was posthumously known as the "Emperor Ai." The wet nurse of Emperor Ai, Lady Yang, managed to escape with a golden cylinder, a childhood toy of the emperor. However, she was ultimately killed by pursuing officials while fleeing, and her belongings, including the golden cylinder, were stolen and lost... Four years later, the Song family in Weihe County suffered a devastating massacre... Heroes care not for origins, what concern do I have for a humble robe or a golden crown? Grasping tightly
187.92 Million words | 2022-04-29 05:10Update
[Start third edition signed work] Wang Jinghui, as a medical soldier, inexplicably returns to the Song Dynasty. How will he survive in this unfamiliar era? The path of reform is full of unpredictable variables. Wang Anshi, Sima Guang, Su Shi... everyone is searching for a way out for the Great Song. Who is right and who is wrong? Everything before his eyes is tempering Wang Jinghui's maturity. Can the reborn butterfly change the course of history? Please read "Song Wind" which is narrated by a modern doctor. The new book "North Ocean" will be officially released on April 7th. We hope that our esteemed readers can kindly support it. Thank you for your support!
243.88 Million words | 2023-06-11 00:10Update
Time travel isn't the problem; the problem is that the extras in this new era don't follow the script at all! Where are the gentle and virtuous wife, and the gentle and elegant lady? Where is the model husband, and the brother who acts like a father? With a fierce wife at home and a trouble-making brother-in-law outside, Li Gongfu, who has traveled through time, can only say, "Confused and puzzled!" Watch as an ordinary constable stumbles upon a suspicious case by chance and his character soars, making his way through the pretending demons and the hidden villains disguised as extras. From lying intoxicated on a beauty's lap to awakening to wield a killer sword; not seeking treasures, but yearning for a carefree life like an immortal.
346.16 Million words | 2022-02-12 09:23Update
There are no born heroes in this world, and no one is destined to be a hero from the moment they are born. Heroes are made by the times, but in some cases, the word "made" may also imply coercion. At least Yue Fan never thought about becoming a hero. Is it the time? Is it fate? A hero? A tyrant? In a great era, no one can stay out of the matters. This is the story of a humble commoner who only knew how to escape for his life, rising to become a fearless and indomitable man.
113.28 Million words | 2020-08-29 17:20Update
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
When the young Lu Bu was playing the Three Kingdoms game, he died from being electrocuted, only to be reborn in the womb with memories from his previous life as Lu Bu. Where did I get all these skills? How come I didn't know I had older sisters, second sisters, third sisters, and fourth sisters? Hey! Changshan unexpectedly picked up a child named Xiaoyunyun. Hey! Guo Jia is following me to work out. I guarantee you'll live a hundred years. Dong Zhuo, that despicable scoundrel, wants to be my godfather. Does he even know the Heaven-Soaring Halberd? When Lu Bu, Zhao Yun, Zhang Liao, Jia Xu, and Guo Jia mess around in Liaodong, chaos is destined to ensue in the Three Kingdoms era
30.92 Million words | 2020-12-20 21:09Update
The iron horses gallop freely, traversing thousands of miles. Every hoofprint shapes the world of the Great Tang! This is an era that breeds heroes: Li Bai, Du Fu, Guo Ziyi, Li Guangbi, Li Longji, Yang Guifei, Gao Shi, Cen Shen, Wang Wei, Gao Xianzhi, Ge Shu Han, Feng Changqing... If you, dear readers, think "The Great Tang Dynasty" is good, please don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ groups and on Weibo!
110.02 Million words | 2021-01-20 13:34Update
Researcher Jiang Feng accidentally stranded on a deserted island, cultivating crops while waiting for rescue. One year later, three men dressed in ancient attire broke into the island. Old Li: Let's be honest, I am the Emperor of the Tang Dynasty! Old Sun: Well, I'll be honest too, I'm not Old Sun, I am Zhang Sun Wuji! Old Du: I'll be honest as well, I am Du Ruhui! Jiang Feng: When in doubt, quantum mechanics, I also know it. So, here's the truth, I am...!
146.59 Million words | 2021-05-10 19:34Update
A modern military doctor, in a desperate struggle for survival, travels through a wormhole and arrives in the era of the Qiancheng Dynasty. In this world, the Central Plains sees the three powerful forces of Qin, Han, and Tang, while the Eastern Grasslands are dominated by fierce tribes, the Western Desert is plagued by sinister figures, the Southern Marshes harbor ambitious cults, and the Northern Border is threatened by the impending invasion of the Snowy Orcs. The two prestigious clans, the four esteemed academies of Confucian studies, and the nine renowned martial arts schools vie for power. Various factions compete for dominance in this unpredictable world. In the tenth year of Qiancheng, the protagonist arrives in the Central Plains armed with bombs, Tang and Song poems, scientific technology, and ambitious goals. Using his expertise in medicine, his literary prowess, his martial arts skills, and his political savvy, he strives to achieve greatness, leaving a lasting legacy. Thus begins a splendid life of seizing power and governing the country.
587.48 Million words | 2023-02-10 22:10Update
In the late Ming Dynasty, it was a period of humiliation and heartbreak; some fought bravely, vowing to resist with their lives, while others humbly bowed and wavered. Right and wrong were muddled, and justice lost its standard. It was not only the collapse of the last Han Chinese dynasty in China, but also the greatest sorrow in Chinese history. However, a 21st-century special forces soldier, Shang Yi, returned to the fifteenth year of Chongzhen (year), gaining an opportunity to rectify the mistakes of three hundred years ago. This story is purely fictional. Please refrain from imitating Mu Linsen's new book, "Warrior's Journey Through the Warring States". It is now available for upload and participation in the new season of the online literature competition. We hope all readers will lend their support and vote. http://www.k.com/book/.html
403.69 Million words | 2021-07-13 15:10Update
There are said to be more than ten heroes in the Sui and Tang dynasties, and they are all remarkable. Da Shaniao scratches his nose and sneers, squeezing out a word from the corner of his mouth: trash. It is said that Li Yuanba is the top hero of the Sui and Tang dynasties... Da Shaniao extends his middle finger downwards, showing great disdain: Looking like a monkey and being considered the first in a great country, isn't that embarrassing?... In the mountains, there is no tiger, and the monkey claims to be the king. Da Shaniao lazily utters this saying, with profound implications. Which dynasty had the most beautiful women? Of course, it was the women of the great Sui Dynasty. Let's not
225.36 Million words | 2021-10-18 14:19Update
Liu Bei: Give me a hundred thousand bags of spicy strips, my army is losing motivation without them! Cao Cao: I haven't smoked for three days, I'm feeling anxious! Sun Quan: Are there any new episodes of Little Yellow Book recently? I'm getting itchy! Duke Qiao: How old are my children this year..................... Royal Attendant: After the weight loss program aired, many girls found partners... Zhang Fei: Is there any stock left of the limited edition Tiger Whip liquor?..................... The Three Kingdoms Supermarket has transparent pricing, fair and square. Copper coins, silver ingots, gold, and treasures, bring them all for exchange. The winds of Liu Feng are about to sweep the land three feet deep. QQ Group: Join us for a discussion, . Welcome!
81.84 Million words | 2022-08-03 22:35Update
The weakness of the emperor led to the filthiness of the palace, the chaos in the court, and the indulgence of arrogant neighboring countries. Action speaks louder than words, and decisive measures are the qualities that an emperor should possess. Watch as I ascend to the throne and demonstrate how to govern the country and ensure its safety.
207.03 Million words | 2022-01-05 02:50Update
The Party History researcher from the 21st century traveled back to 1925 and used their foresight and knowledge to constantly strengthen themselves, making their opponents of that era miserable. "I regret pulling Li Tie's leg," said President Chiang Kai-shek. "If Li Tie had not died, there would be no hope for our empire," lamented Tu Feiyuan. "I really want to work under Li Tie," said Bond. "I heard he offers the highest salary in the world." "What? You say I'm the king of spies? That's a joke. Cut this interview out. If Li Tie finds out, do you want me to be in trouble?" exclaimed Hoover.
329.32 Million words | 2021-11-01 10:35Update
Internet writer Liu Hong crossed over to the Han Dynasty and became the Emperor Han Lingdi with the same name. Having suffered oppression in his past life, he swore to live only for himself in this life and become a happy but incompetent ruler. Becoming a ruler like Lingdi, who was unrivaled, was not easy for Liu Hong. Anything Lingdi had done, Liu Hong wanted to do as well; anything Lingdi had not done, Liu Hong also wanted to do. He brought all the famous beauties such as He Meiren, Wang Meiren, Cai Yan, Diaochan, Xiaoqiao, and Zhen Fu into his harem. In order to enrich his harem, he even competed with the world, building not one, but two
137.68 Million words | 2023-01-26 23:41Update
Once transported through time, I became the Prince of Da Xia! I thought I could easily manipulate the world, but little did I know that I would end up in the cold palace, oppressed by wicked slaves! The courtiers watched coldly, the emperor turned a blind eye, and even my own blood relatives constantly sought to kill me! In the face of it all, Zhao Yang eradicated the wicked, amassed wealth, and expanded his network. Finally, one day, he stood at the highest point and uttered those famous words to those who had once humiliated him: I declare that everyone present here is trash!
70.34 Million words | 2022-03-30 23:29Update
Zhao Lei, a veteran who grew up in a hospital, returned to the early period of the Renzong reign of the Northern Song Dynasty. At that time, the country was the most prosperous and powerful in the world, but
307.49 Million words | 2022-11-06 04:26Update
The spy war of the Three Kingdoms era, witnessing the hidden brilliance of the intelligence master Zhuge Liang. An unknown enemy, the hunting and counter-hunting in the darkness. The tragic legend of the most successful spies and anti-spies in the Three Kingdoms, spanning from Hanzhong to the entire Yongliang region. The intense war between Wei and Shu, stretching across the Qinling Mountains. With clashing weapons and galloping horses, the era gives rise to many heroes. However, war is not only about bloodshed and battles, nor is it just about fighting. A silent war erupts in the unknown corners, fought deep within the enemy's heart and confronted with countless dangers. They operate in the shadows, sometimes hidden within their own ranks, doing the work of an executioner. These events will not be recorded in history books, nor will their names be left behind. Even their contemporaries will not perceive their existence. Yet, they quietly shape history and are indispensable, as they are the grand waves surging through the shadow of the era. The life and death struggle on the secret intelligence front during the Three Kingdoms era. This is a silent war...
554.33 Million words | 2022-05-19 13:34Update
