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Spain has a rich and vibrant history, making it a captivating setting for historical fiction novels. If you're a fan of this genre and are searching for a compelling read set in Spain, you're in luck! In this article, we will explore some popular historical fiction novels that transport readers to different periods of Spanish history.

One highly acclaimed novel that brings Spain's past to life is "The Shadow of the Wind" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón. Set in post-war Barcelona, this gripping tale follows a young boy named Daniel as he becomes entangled in a mystery surrounding a hidden library and a forgotten author. Zafón beautifully captures the essence of the city and its tumultuous history in this atmospheric and engrossing story.

Another must-read novel is "The Queen's Vow" by C.W. Gortner. This captivating book delves into the life of Isabella of Castile, one of Spain's most influential queens. Gortner expertly blends historical accuracy with compelling storytelling, transporting readers back to the 15th century and immersing them in the political intrigue and power struggles that shaped Spain's golden era.

For those interested in the Moorish influence on Spain, "The Alhambra: Tales and Sketches of the Moors and Spaniards" by Washington Irving is an excellent choice. This collection of interconnected stories provides a glimpse into the captivating world of Al-Andalus, exploring the clash of cultures between the Moors and the Spaniards during the Middle Ages. Irving's vivid descriptions and captivating narratives make this book a true gem for history enthusiasts.

If you prefer a more recent historical setting, "The Time in Between" by María Dueñas is a fantastic choice. This mesmerizing novel takes place during the Spanish Civil War and follows the journey of a talented seamstress-turned-spy named Sira Quiroga. Dueñas impeccably weaves together love, espionage, and self-discovery against the backdrop of a nation in turmoil, leaving readers spellbound until the final page.

In addition to these captivating novels, there are several websites dedicated to historical fiction that can further enhance your reading experience. Goodreads and Historical Novel Society are excellent platforms to explore user reviews, recommendations, and author interviews.

Whether you're looking for tales of medieval kingdoms, political intrigue, or heartfelt stories set against the backdrop of Spain's iconic landmarks, historical fiction has it all. So, sit back, immerse yourself in the world of Spain's past, and let these captivating novels take you on a journey you won't forget!
The Ultimate Foolish Emperor's Way Fiction
The Ultimate Foolish Emperor's Way

Have we become emperors now? Zheng Fei happily wondered, "Come, initiate the selection plan tomorrow. I want to enrich the harem a bit." "Send someone to draft an edict. I want to search for the secret techniques of dual cultivation throughout the world!" "Bring him here! Execute this traitor who seeks to usurp the throne!" "I will personally lead the imperial army to the north and teach those wolf cubs a lesson!" "Prepare to set sail! I am going to lead the troops and subdue those disobedient Eastern devils!" "Who

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New Ming Empire Fiction
New Ming Empire

Please do not be confused by the categorization and the original era. The 318th year of the Chongzhen era in the Ming Dynasty is the setting for this Cold War novel. With an extraterrestrial advanced civilization's spaceship and a large number of robot soldiers, they travel through the final moment of the resistance against the invasion. Nanyang becomes an independent country, striving to be the third pole in the Cold War, fighting against the United States and the Soviet Union. Our slogan is: Be a Chinese imperialist!

228.79 Million words | 2022-11-07 18:01Update

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Lying drunk on the battlefield Fiction
Lying drunk on the battlefield

This is a memorable memory. Throughout the ages, passionate men have had a dream of joining the military and serving their country. If you're interested and patient enough to understand the real military life, join me in recalling that period of military service. Though it may be difficult to achieve complete authenticity, I will try my best to present the truth, offer sincere dedication, and incorporate some fictional elements without blindly fabricating. So, my friend, let's go back together to those iron-blooded years. As they say in the army, "Brothers, follow me..." If you're interested in discussing further, join the "Drunk and Fallen on the Battlefield" reader group. I highly recommend "The First Military Commander," which tells the untold story of a founding hero, and "The Throne of Warriors," which portrays the stories of heroes in the self-defense counterattack war. "The Iron Spear Paints the Eyebrow Records" showcases the desolate beauty of ancient warfare.

126.80 Million words | 2021-11-15 13:59Update

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Tian Song's martial arts skills Fiction
Tian Song's martial arts skills

In the late period of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms, a sage descended from heaven. Zhao Dezhao, a young man from a military academy, crossed over to the Later Zhou Dynasty and was reincarnated as the son of Zhao Kuangyin. Can a person make the same mistake twice? No! Let us witness how the imperial son, Zhao Dezhao, will turn the world around and unify China! Future generations say: The martial arts

11.76 Million words | 2021-12-25 18:15Update

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Counterfeit Empire Fiction
Counterfeit Empire

In the late Qing Dynasty, amidst widespread turmoil and fires of war, a decadent young man from a declining family pondered his path ahead. As the nation teetered on the brink of survival, a counterfeit manufacturing expert was reborn, ready to unleash a monumental upheaval. Faced with the rampant aggression of foreign

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Anti-Terrorism Elites in the War of Resistance Fiction
Anti-Terrorism Elites in the War of Resistance

Archimedes said, "Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall move the world!" Xu Rui said, "Give me an AWP and I will headshot the enemy boss!" Returning to the past, to an era of raging wars, with the sound of the charging tanks, we destroy everything in our path, with rivers of blood flowing along. Ste

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Fate Card Fiction
Fate Card

In the chaotic era of the late Han Dynasty, there existed a group of individuals known as the "Destiny Masters," who possessed the power of destiny despite being mere mortals. The Three Kingdoms playing cards became the vessel of their destiny. With a single thought, they could unleash a barrage of arrows, and with a wave of their hand, they could flood entire armies. As they ventured into this Three Kingdoms era, their hearts were filled with exile and loneliness, and everything started from here...

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Armor of War: Three Kingdoms Fiction
Armor of War: Three Kingdoms

Give me a girl, and I cannot create a nation; give me a piece of wood, and I can instantly make a repeating crossbow. With the armor and weapon system in my hands, I have the three kingdoms under my control! What does the Wolf Cavalry of Bingzhou matter? Just watch how my three thousand aluminum helmets and armor lead the charge and conquer the world! What about the vanguard of Hebei? Just see how my Furious Edge Camp wields steel spring repeating crossbows to sweep across the Nine Provinces! What about the navy of Jiangdong? Just witness how my Yan vehicle and ship

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One Saber, Nine Nine Nine, you tell me this is the Three Kingdoms? Fiction
One Saber, Nine Nine Nine, you tell me this is the Three Kingdoms?

Zhao Yun crossed over to the Three Kingdoms and was surprised to find that he could see the health bars above everyone's heads! Engaging in battles would earn him experience points, and killing enemy generals would grant additional rewards! The system showered him with rewards, allowing him to rampage from Xuchang to Wujun! Liu Bei: Zhao Yun, don't always ask for rewards, aren't we brothers? Zhao Yun: Brothers? No rewards, no deal! Cao Cao: Zhao Yun is truly a divine general! Xiahou Dun: Prime Minister, please stop praising him. We've lost too many generals! Sun Quan: If Zhao Yun comes under my command, he can have his pick of the beauties in Jiangdong! Zhao Yun: Confused, if I kill you, those beauties will be mine

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Ming Wolf Fiction
Ming Wolf

Qi Jing, who was originally supposed to participate in the selection for the Special Forces, unexpectedly got assigned to protect an archaeological team in the Inner Mongolian desert. Unlucky for him, a sudden storm in the desert transported Qi Jing back to the Ming Dynasty over seven hundred years ago. Inadvertently, he became a significant figure among the Yan bandits. He befriended Dao Yan, took Zhu Gaoxu as his disciple, acknowledged Zhu Di as his adoptive father, founded the Six Fan Gate, and established the largest information trading company in the country - Chao Yang Tang. He established a continuous production line for military weapons, married a beautiful and wealthy woman of the Ming dynasty, and

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Hunting Three Kingdoms Fiction
Hunting Three Kingdoms

A formidable bow capable of shooting enemies from a thousand steps away; an invincible iron arm that can shatter anything in its path; an indomitable spirit that never admits defeat. Praised as the Heavenly Steed of Liaodong by admirers, feared as a wolf from the north by foes. Travelling through the Three Kingdoms, slaying a general each day, starting from Hebei, rising in Liaodong, casting eyes upon Central Plains, engulfing the world. This is the path of Ma Han. He may not be the greatest marksman in the Three Kingdoms, but he is unquestionably the top sniper. "Give me a good bow, a swift horse, and an abundance of arrows, and I can shoot, explode, and conquer the Three Kingdoms!" - Ma Han

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The mountains and rivers as my pillow. Fiction
The mountains and rivers as my pillow.

When Wei Yun was fourteen years old, all the men in his family died on the battlefield, leaving their home in ruins. Only his mother and his new sister-in-law were left to support him. Wei's mother said to him, "It's not easy for your sister-in-law. She just got married and already lost her husband. When you become successful in the future, you must find a good match for her." At that time, he nodded and said, "Okay." When Wei Yun turned twenty, Gu Chusheng, the Minister of Rites, came to propose a marriage alliance with Wei's family. Wei Yun held a knife and entered the gates of the Gu family. He said, "Once I enter the doors of the Wei family, I will be a part of the Wei family for the rest of my life." Gu Chusheng sneered and said, "Your brother is already dead. Who does she belong to?" Wei Yun tightened his grip on the knife and answered, word by word, "She belongs to me, Wei Yun."

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Great Literary Master of the Republic Era Fiction
Great Literary Master of the Republic Era

Traveling back to the Republican Era and becoming a great literary figure. The collision of Eastern and Western cultures, the clash between tradition and progressive ideas, the rivalry between the Shanghai and Beijing schools, the glamour of the foreign concessions, and the allure of materialistic pursuits. This is the best of times and the worst of times.

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Lurking at the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty. Fiction
Lurking at the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty.

The Growth History of a Dominant King! Little did the mighty Liu Xiu, with his indomitable spirit, know that when he arrived in this world, thrilled by this strange and powerful body, the wheels of Han Dynasty's history had already undergone irreversible changes. Hero? Tyrant? Cunning strategist? With a sword in hand, who dares to challenge his dominance! ... Yuan Shao had tears of helplessness: "This lad is not merely a

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Han and Tang Dynasties Fiction
Han and Tang Dynasties

It's unjust. A manhole on the road has thrown me back into the chaotic era of the Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms. I have neither profound martial arts skills nor extraordinary knowledge. I'm just a lover of history. In this dark age, I have no choice but to show how a fallen noble can rise against all odds. With bare hands, I will reclaim Hanzhong, establish control over Western Shu, bring peace to the

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Emperor Liu Hong Fiction
Emperor Liu Hong

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

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First-class wealth and honor Fiction
First-class wealth and honor

The protagonist, having transmigrated to the early years of the founding of the Song Dynasty in the first year of Qiande, finds himself in a time when the Song Dynasty is in the process of unifying the Central Plains. However, due to Zhao Kuangyin's punishment of the chaos of the Five Dynasties and his consolidation of military power, the Song Dynasty later faced a tragic situation of emphasis on the internal affairs and neglect of external affairs. At this time, Zhao Kuangyi's influence was gradually growing, and the internal crisis of the Song Dynasty quietly expanded. This is both the best and the worst of times, and the protagonist gradually grows and thrives in such circumstances. Two famous sayings of Song Jiu

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The Glorious Era Fiction
The Glorious Era

Glory of the Golden Age, the magnificent empire! The Great Ming Empire, which has ruled the world for hundreds of years, is gradually declining, and unrest is brewing everywhere. Let's witness how Zhang Cheng from the 21st century rides through battles and reshapes the empire's glory with unmatched valor and determination! In this prosperous and everlasting age, the glory of the Middle Kingdom shines brightly. Everything is within the realm of brilliance.

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The Great Tang Divine Dynasty. Fiction
The Great Tang Divine Dynasty.

The Eighteen Heroes of Sui and Tang dynasties were all extraordinary. Qin Shuobao broke the river with a single halberd, Li Yuanba shattered the mountain with a hammer, and Yu Chi Gong marched fearlessly amidst ten thousand troops. As the protagonist, Liu Li was equally impressive, supporting the sky with a single pillar!

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Enchanting Brothel: The Tale of an Indomitable Empress Fiction
Enchanting Brothel: The Tale of an Indomitable Empress

On her first night in the brothel, she was auctioned off. Poisoned and almost raped, she narrowly escaped. When she returned, stripped of her dignity, she became a victim of ruthless exploitation, enduring countless instances of harassment. In modern times, she was betrayed by her boyfriend and found herself in this sexually liberated era, where men resembled hungry wolves and fierce tigers. She had to be cautious and on guard at all times...

23.95 Million words | 2020-11-23 11:11Update

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