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The captivating world of historical fiction for young readers

Are you a young reader eager to travel back in time and explore fascinating historical periods? Look no further! Historical fiction is a genre that combines the excitement of a captivating narrative with the educational value of historical events. In this article, we will delve into the world of historical fiction for youth and recommend some must-read novels, talented authors, and reliable websites to satisfy your thirst for knowledge and adventure.

One highly acclaimed author in the realm of historical fiction is Rick Riordan. Known for his thrilling Percy Jackson series, Riordan has also ventured into historical fiction with his "Percy Jackson's Greek Heroes" and "Percy Jackson's Greek Gods." These books take readers on a journey through ancient Greek mythology, bringing the gods, heroes, and monsters vividly to life. Riordan's ability to blend fantasy with history creates a captivating reading experience that both educates and entertains.

Another fantastic author to explore is Ruta Sepetys, renowned for her powerful storytelling and meticulous research. Her novel "Between Shades of Gray" explores the harrowing experience of a Lithuanian girl during World War II. The book sheds light on a lesser-known aspect of the war and showcases the resilience of the human spirit. Sepetys' latest work, "Salt to the Sea," uncovers the untold story of the deadliest maritime disaster in history. Her ability to transport readers to different time periods makes her a standout in the world of historical fiction.

If you're looking for a reliable website to discover more historical fiction recommendations, Goodreads is an excellent resource. With millions of users and a vast database of books, you can find reader reviews, booklists, and recommendations tailored to your preferences. By using the search function and filtering for historical fiction and the youth genre, you'll uncover a treasure trove of novels to add to your reading list.

For a more interactive experience, you might also enjoy exploring the website TeachingBooks. Dedicated to supporting educators and young readers, TeachingBooks provides extensive multimedia resources about authors and their works. With audio clips, videos, and author interviews, you'll gain valuable insights into the historical context and creative process behind your favorite novels.

In conclusion, historical fiction for youth offers an exciting blend of adventure and education. Authors like Rick Riordan and Ruta Sepetys bring history to life with their captivating narratives. By diving into their books and exploring resources like Goodreads and TeachingBooks, you will embark on a journey through time and gain a deeper understanding of the historical events that shaped our world. Start your historical fiction reading adventure today!
Sword Art Fiction
Sword Art

In the vast world, wonders abound. I am Chen Ping'an, with only one sword, capable of moving mountains, overturning seas, subduing demons, suppressing evil, commanding gods, plucking stars, severing rivers, demolishing cities, and creating the heavens!

666.22 Million words | 2022-06-03 20:03Update

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Triple Doors Fiction
Triple Doors

Through the perspective of teenager Lin Yuxiang, 'Triple Doors' reveals the life of a seemingly real high school student, showcasing the various contradictions and issues in parent-child relationships, teacher-student relationships, and peer relationships, reflecting the thinking, confusion, and dreams of students. Han Han contemplates, becomes excited, angry, struggles, and seeks change in his own way. Through his sharp, piercing, and even sarcastic language, we feel the brilliance of a prodigious young mind.

571.84 Million words | 2020-11-30 05:22Update

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The Second First Love Fiction
The Second First Love

(Original Title: The Unemployed Queen) She is a kind and innocent wedding planner, longing for true love, but never finding it; he is a breakup expert who doesn't believe in love, only because he was deeply hurt by it in the past. They are rivals in their careers, but also playful enemies in life, the most hilarious and entertaining couple in love pursuit history. From arguments to understanding and falling in love, through ups and downs, they finally realize that everyone is waiting for the right person. He/She will make us stronger, braver, and happier. This is our most unforgettable first love. 'The Second First Love' is a unique and romantic memoir of first love, giving you a different feeling. A pure and heartwarming story, every word flowing with the taste of happiness.

339.36 Million words | 2021-12-14 22:57Update

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Youthful Melody Journey Fiction
Youthful Melody Journey

A hot-blooded young man dressed in red, a stingy owner of a run-down tavern, and the chief disciple of a powerful martial arts family happened to cross paths on a snowy night. With their own motives in mind, they embarked on a journey together to escort a golden coffin to the border city of Biluo. Along the way, they encountered relentless pursuit from various forces.

242.57 Million words | 2021-11-22 12:23Update

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Flying Youth Fiction
Flying Youth

This book is another masterpiece by the famous Chinese post-80s writer Han Han. Written in the first person, it tells the story of 'me' and portrays a rebellious character. The book is beautifully written, with seemingly ordinary content but profound meanings that make readers reflect. Through the protagonist's process of entering society and growing up, it explores the complexity and harsh realities of the world, as well as the unfathomable nature of human hearts. Many elements in the book are the author's genuine experiences, reflecting his life experiences. It encompasses feelings of disappointment and confusion, but also the continuous pursuit of dreams.

196.36 Million words | 2021-10-12 04:39Update

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Journey of the Shadow Immortal Fiction
Journey of the Shadow Immortal

Throughout history, the line between right and wrong has been clear, but Li Xun finds himself entangled in the battle between good and evil due to his destiny. Endless nightmares plague the life of this privileged eight-year-old imperial heir, subjecting him to the most severe tests. Amidst a treacherous environment full of constant danger, Li Xun's desire for freedom borders on madness as he resorts to desperate measures to break free from the control of others over his fate. However, despite his descent into darkness, Li Xun still holds a glimmer of hope for the light and displays an uncommon depth of emotion...

165.15 Million words | 2020-09-26 07:37Update

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Dragon Quest Fiction
Dragon Quest

In an ancient attic, there hides a thousand-year-old lonely soul. Lu Weijiu, a Feng Shui grandmaster of the Eastern Jin Dynasty, became renowned for seeking the dragon's pulse and changing the fate of the world. In the competition for the title of the world's top Feng Shui master and the national protector, Lu Weijiu was framed and died unjustly. After death, a strand of his spirit remained undying, dwelling in a Yin Yang Crystal. Yang Qiao accidentally opened the ancient pocket watch left behind by his grandfather and encountered Lu Weijiu. From then on, a young man found himself accompanied by an unseen master and a group of like-minded friends. Solving mysteries, battling evil spirits, and gaining fame with ancient Feng Shui methods, they also attracted challengers from all walks of life. How will Lu Weijiu resolve his lingering obsession? And how will Yang Qiao bear the burden of his family's legacy? A timeless Feng Shui game begins to reveal its hidden secrets...

101.93 Million words | 2023-05-20 12:10Update

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Realm of the Divine's Unparalleled Pearl Fiction
Realm of the Divine's Unparalleled Pearl

Fahua is the most outstanding genius in the realm of law. He lives in the realm of law, abides by order, follows proper etiquette, excels in governing, and masters the code of law. Langu is the most outstanding genius in the realm of blue. He lives in the realm of blue, advocates freedom, lives freely, excels in combat, and masters the elements.

50.52 Million words | 2020-10-07 07:48Update

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Journey to Find Past Lives Fiction
Journey to Find Past Lives

To know the events of past lives, one must understand the experiences of the present. The Buddha said that everything in this life is a result of actions from previous lives. Cause and effect are intertwined, and if the seeds of our past actions have been sown, then no matter how many cycles of reincarnation we go through, we cannot escape the consequences of our current existence. There is a teahouse called 'Past and Present,' where they offer more than just tea. If you are guided by dreams, you can entrust them with a karmic relationship and someone will traverse time and space to search for the root of your past life's destiny, relieving you from the dilemmas of the present. This exchange does not require money, only one tear from your eye. As the relentless passage of time buries history, it also buries the smiles of a cherry blossom youth, the love of a vampire prince, and the sorrows of an Egyptian pharaoh... A mysterious girl, with an enigmatic background, continually changes the past and present lives of others, yet she struggles to foresee her own destiny...

47.47 Million words | 2021-12-07 07:06Update

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Pride Fiction
Pride

The most regretful thing Mosi Xue ever did was standing on the corridor in front of the classroom on that sunny afternoon and seeing Hua Senyuan, who was on his way up the stairs. The young man's cold eyes and slightly raised white shirt captured Mosi Xue's heart at that moment. She never imagined she would have any intersection with the aloof school genius of Yangcheng High School, but each well-timed encounter made her suspect it was his deliberate approach. Many years later, when the highly anticipated Hua Senyuan cornered Mosi Xue, leaning against her ear and calling her name softly, 'Si Xue, Yangcheng has finally seen snow, can you come back to me?' Mosi Xue lifted her gaze and collided with his affectionate eyes. The aloof school genius and the reclusive unknown singer, before I met you, I was always wandering. It was only after meeting you that I realized what it meant to have hope for the future. I will wait for you in the future. She possessed her own pride, but after meeting him, she willingly bowed down to him.

46.37 Million words | 2021-01-01 16:33Update

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Hairpin Phoenix Fiction
Hairpin Phoenix

Well, how can I put it? Hmm, this is a story that reshapes fate... No matter how clever one's calculations may be, in the end, one might truly be left with nothing but sorrow and tears. The physical books of 'Green Snake and Tranquil Thoughts' and 'Star Sea' have been published and are available for purchase in online stores and bookstores nationwide. Please vote for 'Hairpin Phoenix' this month. Today, a forum has been created, and everyone is welcome to register and chat.

41.88 Million words | 2022-12-25 09:44Update

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South Wind in My Arms Fiction
South Wind in My Arms

Lu Sheng's childhood was a dark gray canvas, with the south wind being the only warm spot in her bleak life. He was a star in the tennis world, her idol, her sunshine, the source of strength in her spiritual world. Without his consent, she had already made him the most important person in her life. She struggled hard to touch the edges of his world, only to witness its collapse in an instant. Determined, Lu Sheng stepped into the heart of that world, striving to stand on the cloud, to look down upon its beauty. Through a stroke of luck, he became her personal coach. With curious eyes, she heard her inner longing: she wants to become strong, to radiate her own light, enough to shine into his world. Only then can she present him with all the good things in this world and tell him, this is the sincerity of my love. The effort she poured in bore slow growth, while in her lonely heart, a warm shelter had taken root. And then, love began to sprout...

36.19 Million words | 2021-07-26 12:07Update

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Embrace the Koi Lord Fiction
Embrace the Koi Lord

Hua Yeqi, a dedicated drinker, gets involved in a gambling game to escape the fate of marrying into the Ning family. However, she is not cut out for business and ends up bankrupt overnight. Miserable and determined, Mu Songqing falls into a series of traps again because of a mysterious alcohol recipe. The encounter between a destitute distillery owner and an unlucky business genius reveals both the mercilessness of commerce and the warmth of human connection. A hidden koi jumps into the fermentation vat, brewing a pot of extraordinary wine.

35.02 Million words | 2023-01-10 21:04Update

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Let's talk about your world. Fiction
Let's talk about your world.

The previously scathingly criticized test setter, who was once seen as a fierce and abnormal boss, now sparks a fiery confrontation upon their first meeting. How does it feel to catch the boss's attention? "You flirt with my gaze, making me determined to come to work every day." Zhujin Nian, a cold and beautiful consultant, meets Nie Yuzheng, a brilliant and romantic leader of the psychological research group. Sparks fly in each and every case. The

33.64 Million words | 2023-05-18 16:07Update

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Time knows everything. Fiction
Time knows everything.

"Time Knows" is a love and fantasy web novel written by Su Houzhu in year , and was published by Baihuazhou Literature and Art Publishing House in month . The novel tells the story of the female protagonist, Shi Jian, who, after a plane crash, goes back in time and meets her husband Ye Jiacheng again from ten years ago, leading to a complicated love triangle between herself, the aloof CEO Yi Pei, and her husband from ten years in the future, Ye Jiach

33.04 Million words | 2022-12-31 11:06Update

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I Will Love to Tell the Wind Fiction
I Will Love to Tell the Wind

From the moment they first met as young children, perhaps everything had already been destined - "Do you really think I can learn ice skating?" "Absolutely!" "But I'm already this old." "Olympic champion Yang Meng started at the age of ten. She used to play table tennis before!" "..." Whenever Nie Chi thinks back to that extraordinary afternoon, he can't help but smile. Lin Ge, a young girl who originally wanted to escape her constricting family, had her life changed when she met him. He gave her a key, and she opened up a whole new world. From then on, she became his pride for a lifetime.

29.96 Million words | 2022-08-25 01:44Update

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Hua Xu Yin Fiction
Hua Xu Yin

On the day the city fell, Princess Ye Zhen of the Wei Kingdom sacrificed herself for her country, only to be resurrected using a mermaid pearl. Reborn, Ye Zhen has only one destiny: to survive and seek revenge. When she plays the Hua Xu melody, she can weave the most enchanting dreams for her listeners, at the cost of their lives. Ye Zhen feeds on this, allowing her own life to continue... In the composition of illusions, she intertwines greed, emptiness, infatuation, love, bitterness, and hardship of the mortal world. Four melodies of the Hua Xu tune, four tragic tales of destiny, four pairs of mandarin ducks lost in love... With the first note of Hua Xu, chaos befalls a troubled world. The sound of the qin resonates throughout the nine kingdoms, a silent disturbance. This is merely a story unfolding in troubled times...

28.67 Million words | 2021-09-13 01:49Update

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The Time of Gained Adolescence Fiction
The Time of Gained Adolescence

Chizhaozhao is a teenage girl who is dedicated to making money, and Cen Yan is a good young man who is dedicated to his career. They spend their four years in university together in a campus start-up team, handling PR crises for companies while arguing and making noise. They thought they were a couple destined to be together, but little did they know that they would face betrayal, deception, and conflicting beliefs as they entered society. However, the most professional crisis management cannot handle the biggest crisis in their own lives...

25.68 Million words | 2022-06-07 05:47Update

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The Most Beautiful Encounter with You Fiction
The Most Beautiful Encounter with You

If the first encounter was an accident, the second encounter was a coincidence, and the third encounter was serendipity, then the Nth encounter can only be called fate. As for whether this fate is destined to be a blessing or a curse... Ah Miao says even the heavens can't determine that. Everything is in Xu Laoda's hands. Even if she had three heads and

25.49 Million words | 2020-08-20 08:12Update

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Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms Fiction
Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms

"Three Lives Three Worlds Ten Miles of Peach Blossoms" is the first novel in the "Three Lives Three Worlds" series, written by Tang Qi under the pen name Tang Qi Gongzi. It mainly tells the story of the love, hate, and entanglements between the Qingqiu deity Bai Qian and the Nine Heavens Crown Prince Ye Hua in their past lives and present lives, based on ancient myths.

22.95 Million words | 2022-06-27 04:12Update

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Yun Hu dislikes. Fiction
Yun Hu dislikes.

She was a noble lady from Beiping, raised in the Shanghai's prestigious family. He was a returnee from studying abroad, full of vigor and ambition, from a distinguished military family. Their encounter was destined, entangling their fluctuating destinies. In lies, schemes, deceit, and tests, the days went by. When intimacy couldn't overcome reality, when romance couldn't break through personal interests, when time couldn't buy true love... How would they resist the raging storm together? From the borderfires to the widespread chaos, would they experience a rebirth from desperation or be lost in the sea of love? A lifetime of companionship, is it a dream, an illusion, or an ultimately unpayable debt?

21.41 Million words | 2022-03-23 09:33Update

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