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If you are a fan of "Game of Thrones" and enjoy the mix of history and imagination found in this epic series, you may be interested in exploring other historical fiction novels that provide a similar blend of intrigue, battles, and political maneuvering. In this article, we will recommend some captivating historical fiction books that will transport you to different eras and kingdoms, just like "Game of Thrones."

1. "The Pillars of the Earth" by Ken Follett: Set in 12th-century England, this gripping novel depicts the construction of a cathedral amidst a backdrop of political turmoil, power struggles, and the fight for survival. With compelling characters and a meticulously researched historical setting, this book is sure to captivate fans of intricate storylines.

2. "Wolf Hall" by Hilary Mantel: If you're interested in delving into the world of political intrigue and power struggles, this novel is for you. Set in the court of King Henry VIII, it follows the rise of Thomas Cromwell, a commoner who becomes a trusted advisor to the King. The intricate web of alliances, the quest for power, and the depiction of Tudor England make this a must-read for fans of complex historical fiction.

3. "The Name of the Rose" by Umberto Eco: Combining elements of historical fiction and mystery, this novel is set in a 14th-century Italian monastery. The story follows Franciscan friar William of Baskerville as he investigates a series of mysterious deaths. With its rich historical detail and intellectual depth, this book provides an engrossing exploration of medieval Europe.

4. "The Outlander" series by Diana Gabaldon: Transporting readers to 18th-century Scotland, this series follows Claire Randall, a World War II nurse who mysteriously finds herself transported through time. Filled with romance, adventure, and historical detail, this series seamlessly weaves together elements of fantasy and historical fiction.

In addition to these novels, there are also online resources that provide a wealth of historical fiction recommendations for readers who enjoy "Game of Thrones"-like stories. Websites such as Goodreads and BookBub offer curated lists and user-generated reviews that can help you discover new authors and titles within the genre.

So, if you're craving more historical fiction that captures the essence of "Game of Thrones," these recommended books and websites should serve as excellent starting points for your reading journey. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of history, myth, and imagination, and get ready to be transported to captivating worlds filled with political machinations, epic battles, and unforgettable characters.
The Grand Wei Glory Fiction
The Grand Wei Glory

In the late period of the Three Kingdoms, hidden clouds loomed under the unified dawn. The power of Cao Wei was being gradually sidelined, and everyone could guess the ambitions of the Sima clan, but who could guess the trends of the world?

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Leopard Fang Fiction
Leopard Fang

He brought his societal habits into the military camp, gradually being sharpened into an elite soldier, a sharpshooter... He became a hero in the military camp... In reality, he had to surpass the great mountain, an insurmountable obstacle in his heart... He could only continue training, constantly honing his skills, and breaking through that mountain. Somalia and the Gulf of Aden, pirates and the legendary Stargate incident, the Golan Heights, a trial ground for the latest weapons. Interwoven with scenes of various local landscapes and the entanglement of desire between Li Jianrui and beauties from various countries. Promoting the spirit of patriotism and the revolutionary spirit of not fearing hardship and tiredness!! This book is very intense and violent. If you are under a year old, please refrain from reading. Seeking votes, flowers. If you don't agree, come

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Struggle for Supremacy Fiction
Struggle for Supremacy

Since more than two thousand years ago, after the unification of China by Qin Shihuang, the country has experienced cycles of division and reunification, peace and chaos. Through many dynasties, it was not until six hundred years ago that the Mongols rose to power from the north. The Mongols relied on their formidable military strength to invade China, using their steel swords to conquer the people, plunder the nation's wealth, and enslave the labor force. They indiscriminately slaughtered and indulged in greed, acting lawlessly. This regime built upon violence and slavery is like a thatched hut constructed on volcanic rock. Eventually, the scorching lava will erupt and devour everything. In the early fourteenth century, as history's pages continued

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Pretentious Scholar of the Ming Dynasty Fiction
Pretentious Scholar of the Ming Dynasty

Without relying on their father's success, they can still live the life of a playboy and win the heart of a beautiful woman! He is a dead rascal hiding his true identity as a scholar! He is a rogue who thrives in the Ming Dynasty, pretending to be sophisticated, seducing women, and challenging the wealthy! The character of the playboy often appears in urban novels, but the playboy that Xiaojun wants to write about

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Call me Lord Lu Bu. Fiction
Call me Lord Lu Bu.

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

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The Strongest Veterinarian of the Southern Song Dynasty. Fiction
The Strongest Veterinarian of the Southern Song Dynasty.

Ma Chao, due to a small accident, crossed over to the end of the Southern Song Dynasty and unexpectedly became a lowly veterinarian within the territory of the Jin Dynasty. In this world dominated by bandits and foreign invaders, Ma Chao, relying on his identity as a veterinarian, skillfully deals with enemies, fearlessly facing danger with both wisdom and courage. With his own wisdom, Ma Chao carves out his own territory. By chance, Ma Chao meets Xin Qiji and takes control of the Fei Hu Army. When news reaches the capital, he is immediately summoned and suppressed. However, Ma Chao quietly breaks free from the whirlpool of power by relying on a veterinary clinic. No one could have imagined that this small veterinarian is changing the fate of the entire Southern Song Dynasty...

414.18 Million words | 2022-06-08 21:57Update

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The Complete Story of Mirage Tower Fiction
The Complete Story of Mirage Tower

The Complete Chronicles of Mirage Tower [Qing Dynasty] by Yuling the Elder

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Drunken Linglong Fiction
Drunken Linglong

"Drunken Linglong" is a masterpiece by Fourteen Nights, a Chinese-American author on Jinjiang Net, and one of the classic representative works of time-traveling novels. With exquisite writing and a historical background, it depicts a beautiful picture with a sense of ancient charm. Ideal for reading by the lamplight, with endless aftertaste when held in hand. It involves the mystery of an emperor's death, the chaotic bloodline of a royal family, an ancient treasure of the witch clan, and the conflicts between the martial world and the imperial court, as well as the entanglement of love and hatred. The story revolves around the transformation of a modern woman who is separated by millions of years. "You are no one, you are only my woman," he said, gazing at her, as if she had fallen into the reincarnation of destiny, step by step. If she exists for him in this lifetime, then he exists to wait for her. Meeting after a thousand years, knowing each other with a glance, they walk hand in hand on the highest path of power in the mortal world, pointing the way to a picturesque country. In the vast universe, throughout endless time, when they reach the pinnacle of this life, how will they choose and decide? "If we could choose only one thing in this world, I would choose your smile. Even if you suffer, what use is the whole world to me?" In this life, there are always some people worth trusting with our lives. There is always one person who has gone through hardships just to be with you...

75.88 Million words | 2023-04-03 12:10Update

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The Succession of the Crimson Mansion Fiction
The Succession of the Crimson Mansion

Xing'er traveled through the Red Chamber and became Jia Lian's trusted servant. However, he unintentionally made an enemy out of Wang Xifeng, which set him on a path towards success. Every word seems to be filled with blood. Ten years of hardship are anything but ordinary. Here, there are the warmth and coldness of human emotions, as well as the fickleness of the world. Lin Daiyu, with her lonely and proud spirit, the alluring Qin Keqing, the talented but lonely Xue Baochai, the elegant and heroic Shi Xiangyun, the diverse beauties of the Jia Residence, and the still alluring Li Wan. Even the lowliest ants can leap to success, opening a different path to victory, igniting the journey of a loser's counterattack!

593.17 Million words | 2022-05-28 07:01Update

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Buried Bright Fiction
Buried Bright

During the reign of Emperor Chongzhen, foreign invaders trespassed upon our borders, calamities befell the people, and our destiny seemed to be sealed as countless lives perished and our nation teetered on the brink of destruction. The end of days was imminent and the great edifices of our civilization were on the verge of collapse. The fate of the sons and daughters of Yan and Huang appeared to be sealed. In this dire moment, duty calls and we must not

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Ace Special Forces in the Turbulent End of the Sui Dynasty Fiction
Ace Special Forces in the Turbulent End of the Sui Dynasty

To save the beauty, he ventures alone into the forbidden palace, putting aside grievances, he joins the army to campaign in the west. Embracing literary talents, gathering fierce generals, he vies for control of the Central Plains. Calming the desolate north, conquering Persia, setting sail overseas. Liu Ziqiu, the ace special forces soldier, travels through the end of the Sui Dynasty, rising against the chaos, expanding territories. He will present to you an extraordinary story of the Sui and Tang Dynasty... Group ID: [Please provide the group number]

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Time Travel Chronicles: The Top Scholar Princess Fiction
Time Travel Chronicles: The Top Scholar Princess

Sulan tragically died in a car accident and later transmigrated into the body of Luoyun Yao in ancient times. When the female protagonist wanted to understand the identity of the character she transmigrated into, she unexpectedly discovered an even more concealed identity—the princess of the Biluo Kingdom. She then embarked on the path towards restoring the country step by step.

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The Grand Tang's Splendid Romance Fiction
The Grand Tang's Splendid Romance

In the flourishing days of the Kaiyuan era, countless households were hidden in the small town. With rice flowing with oil and millet as white as snow, both public and private granaries were abundantly filled. In the fourth year of the Kaiyuan era, the Great Tang Empire was at its peak, and the capital Chang'an was the most prosperous city in the world, without a doubt. Yao Chong, Song Jing, Li Bai, Wang Wei, Zhang Xu, Wu Daozi, Yan Zhenqing, Gongsun Danniang, Pei Min, Guo Ziyi... At this moment, the sky of the magnificent Tang Dynasty was filled with shining stars. Born in a prosperous era, as a talented prodigy who was once forgotten, Du Shi Yi was not concerned about the overall situation of the world, but about how to live a more splendid life in this second chance. In the prosperous Tang Dynasty, there were those with heroic spirits, those with self-confidence and composure, those with great achievements, and those who enjoyed the luxury of palaces with the entire world bowing to them! After eight years of diligent writing, with nine works, following "The Amorous Adventures of Zhu Men," "The Treacherous Minister," "The Crown and the Robe," and "The Wealth and Glory," Fu Tian brings you his latest work, "The Splendor of the Tang Dynasty," taking you on a journey to truly experience the prosperous era of the Great Tang!

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Transcendental Divine Physician Fiction
Transcendental Divine Physician

At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, there was great chaos in the world. Cao Cao, under the guise of the Han Emperor, embarked on expeditions to conquer all four corners. Just as his dominance was about to be established, he suddenly fell ill. The divine physician Hua Tuo, in his attempt to treat Cao Cao, found himself imprisoned and met his tragic demise. Before his death, he entrusted his extraordinary medical book, the "Blue Pouch Classic," to his dear friend Ye Huairen. Unexpectedly, Ye Huairen's wife accidentally burned the book, leaving only half of it preserved in the mortal realm. Relying solely on this half-copy medical book, Ye Huairen travelled the rivers and lakes, healing the sick and helping the needy. Everyone revered him as the "Divine Physician Ye," and his renowned reputation spread throughout the world.

402.73 Million words | 2023-06-14 18:32Update

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Tang Marquis of the First Rank Fiction
Tang Marquis of the First Rank

In the 14th year of the Zhenguan era, renowned talents emerged in the flourishing Tang Dynasty, and mighty warriors were as numerous as clouds. Emperor Taizong of Tang, Li Shimin, was in high spirits and dominated the world. In this year, Tangzhou, who had traveled through time, would use his astonishing culinary skills to conquer the Tang Dynasty and become a first-rank Duke of Tang.

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The Three Kingdoms: Alone, Different, Few. Fiction
The Three Kingdoms: Alone, Different, Few.

Liu Kun found a rusty bronze mirror in his ancestral house, only to discover that it could unexpectedly connect him to the end of the Han Dynasty. With the support of reality, what kind of waves will Liu Kun create in the waning years of the Han Dynasty? And what is the true origin of this bronze mirror? Does it have other abilities? Please read "The Solitary and Isolated Path of the Three Kingdoms" to find out.

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The Rise of Noble Families in the Three Kingdoms Fiction
The Rise of Noble Families in the Three Kingdoms

He comes from Jiangnan, a collateral branch of the Zhu family, one of the four major families. His name is Zhu Cheng, and he has a third uncle named Zhu Jun! After time-traveling to the Three Kingdoms era, he unexpectedly discovers that he can level up by fighting monsters. With the support of the "Heroes System," why should he submit to others? He rises during the Yellow Turban Rebellion, becomes renowned during the campaign against Dong Zhuo, and subdues the chaos in the South, establishing prosperity in Jiangnan. Born and raised in an influential family, he understands the phrase "There may not be a thousand-year dynasty, but there are ten-thousand-year families." Suddenly realizing, the royal family is actually the largest family in

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The Rouge-clad County Magistrate Fiction
The Rouge-clad County Magistrate

She was a gambler, frequenting casinos since childhood and always losing. Overnight, she gambled her life twice and miraculously escaped death. By chance, she found herself in the county government office and, taking advantage of the situation, became the respected county magistrate. Her life took a drastic turn from there. Indulging in food, drinks, pleasures, and love affairs, she took everything lightly. Investigating crimes and solving mysteries, she faced great responsibilities. Who else but her could handle it? The new novel "The Counterfeit Princess" has begun, featuring a princess, a crown prince, and a prince, only missing you!

248.00 Million words | 2021-02-05 18:03Update

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The Strongest Special Forces King Fiction
The Strongest Special Forces King

【Hottest New Book】He is the youngest soldier king of the Dragon Group in China, codenamed Yan Wang. He is the only terrifying existence to fully activate the power of the Bloodline Dragon. In order to protect his sister-in-law, he transforms into an urban mad wolf, becoming the most troublesome devil in the hearts of his enemies. His name is Ye Kai, and his life motto is, "As the Yan Wang, I'll make sure you die by the third watch, who dares to let anyone survive until the fifth watch!" Author's custom tags: Bloodthirsty Special Forces.

306.89 Million words | 2022-02-24 14:41Update

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Traveling Through and Stepping Into Martial Arts Fiction
Traveling Through and Stepping Into Martial Arts

Zhang Jie returned to her dormitory, feeling annoyed. The other girls in the dormitory were chattering happily, but upon seeing her, they quickly scattered and gave her disdainful looks. 'Xiao Qing, are you still reading?' she casually asked. The girl lying on the bed put down her book and glanced at her sarcastically, 'Oh, I'm bothering people by lying here and reading, am I?' Just as she finished speaking, someone nearby let out a cold snort. 'I meant you've been lying down for too long and straining your eyes,' Zhang Jie explained kindly. 'No need to worry, let the beauty take care of it,' the girl replied, though accustomed to the situation. Zhang Jie could only smile helplessly and ask, 'What did I do to deserve this?'

174.94 Million words | 2021-09-20 09:31Update

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