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If you're in search of captivating Christmas historical fiction, you've come to the right place. The holiday season is the perfect time to curl up with a heartwarming novel set against historical backdrops, filled with festive cheer, and sprinkled with a touch of nostalgia. In this article, we'll introduce you to some of the best Christmas historical fiction novels that will transport you to different eras and leave you feeling warm and merry.

1. "A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens: No list of Christmas historical fiction is complete without mentioning Dickens' timeless classic. Set in Victorian England, this novella follows the transformation of Ebenezer Scrooge as he meets spirits who show him the true meaning of Christmas. Dive into the festive charm of 19th-century London and revel in the spirit of redemption and goodwill.

2. "The Angel's Game" by Carlos Ruiz Zafón: While not solely focused on Christmas, this atmospheric novel is set in early 20th-century Barcelona. It entwines elements of mystery, romance, and a dash of the supernatural. As a writer struggles to uncover the secrets behind a mysterious literary figure, the backdrop of the city during the holiday season adds an enchanting touch to the storytelling.

3. "Winter Street" by Elin Hilderbrand: This heartwarming novel takes readers to Nantucket, a picturesque island off the coast of Massachusetts, during Christmas. Follow the Quinn family as they navigate personal challenges during the holiday season, and discover the healing power of love and togetherness. Hilderbrand's writing evokes the festive ambiance of the island, making it a delightful Christmas read.

4. "Letters from Father Christmas" by J.R.R. Tolkien: Step into the magical world of Tolkien, known best for his epic fantasy novels. This collection of letters, written by Tolkien to his children from 1920 to 1943, recounts tales of Santa Claus and his adventures at the North Pole. These charming and whimsical stories are accompanied by beautiful illustrations and will captivate readers of all ages during the holiday season.

5. "Silent Night: A Christmas Carol" by Stanley Weintraub: Delve into the historical events that led to the famous Christmas Eve truce during World War I. Weintraub's meticulously researched book sheds light on the heartwarming account of soldiers from both sides setting aside their weapons and celebrating Christmas together in No Man's Land. This touching story reminds us of the power of peace and unity, even in the midst of conflict.

For more recommendations and to explore a wider range of Christmas historical fiction novels, consider visiting websites such as Goodreads or Bookish. These platforms allow you to browse user reviews, discover popular authors in the genre, and access personalized book recommendations based on your reading preferences.

Whether you choose to cozy up with the iconic "A Christmas Carol" or embark on a journey through other historical periods during the holiday season, these Christmas historical fiction novels are bound to transport you to different worlds while keeping the festive spirit alive. Enjoy exploring these captivating stories and let the magic of Christmas unfold on every page.
Infinite Death Fiction
Infinite Death

This is a world of reckless behavior after death. Summon Dad, summon Lu Bu, summon Beethoven, so tired! Summon ancestors, summon death gods, summon Napoleon, enough is enough! However, we can summon Haizi, Gu Cheng, Cangyang Gyatso, and build an amazing poetry empire! We can also summon Hatsune, Aya, Iori, Kurumi, and build a cute dimensional empire! Infinite divine horses are really terrible, but I guess death, so adorable, must be blue-kid paper...

95.37 Million words | 2021-06-02 12:54Update

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After rebirth, I bound a half-hearted system. Fiction
After rebirth, I bound a half-hearted system.

The introduction is boring, don't bother reading it. Let's focus on the content! Ahem. Even though the content may not be great, please bear with me as this is my first attempt at writing. Nan Yue died full of resentment, but to her surprise, when she opened her eyes again, she found herself back in a time when all the tragedies hadn't occurred yet, a time when she still had the chance to make a change. Equipped with her previous life's knowledge, Nan Yue obtained a half-hearted system. From that moment on, she embarked on a journey of tearing down white lotus schemers and dumping scumbags, reclaiming the debts owed to her from her past life, bit by bit. In the process, she also reunited with her biological parents and was showered with love by her three powerful brothers. Just when Nan Yue thought her life was complete, a man who had silently protected her all along suddenly couldn't bear his loneliness any longer and boldly declared his sovereignty in front of everyone...

363.81 Million words | 2023-05-12 16:40Update

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Sworn Never to Be a Consort Fiction
Sworn Never to Be a Consort

In a chaotic world of war and heroes emerging, the hoodlum Zhu Chongba, the renowned general Xu Tiande, the strategist Liu Bowen, and the ambitious Chen Youliang vie for power. Amidst this tumultuous era, who will rise and who will fall? Witness the descendants of a time traveler as the 'Red Robe Demon' employs remarkable strategies to assist Zhu Yuanzhang in founding the Ming Dynasty. Faced with the emperor's unwavering favor, they pledge to never become a consort, choosing the solitary path over a life of privilege and luxury.

77.27 Million words | 2020-10-25 04:51Update

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Master, come into the wallet quickly Fiction
Master, come into the wallet quickly

In the high eaves of the Yun Tai Pavilion, the floating clouds are warm, and love connects with the drizzling rain. With a big stroke of the pen on the paper, the master named the young Taoist Fu Yun Nuan. Later, Fu Yun Nuan unexpectedly met a girl named Yu Pian Pian... Yu Pian Pian: As a disciple of the Taoist school, you should pursue simplicity and inaction. Why is your mind obsessed with money?! Fu Yun Nuan: My master said that there are three levels of people, and even demons can be good or bad. If these demons haven't committed any crimes and yet we insist on exterminating them, if we don't collect enough benefits, how can we make up for the loss of our merit? Yu Pian Pian: Haven't you heard what your master said? Don't you know it will lead to death?! Fu Yun Nuan: It's because I didn't listen to my master that I left the mountain and met you... o(∩_∩)o Haha... The story is about to conclude, with daily updates to resume. This is a story about a money-loving Taoist master who encounters a justice-seeking Taoist nun, leading to a series of absurd and hilarious sweet love stories. For more details, click on the following link~.

536.77 Million words | 2023-06-20 11:06Update

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Sweet Pet Contract: Deep Schemes of the Devil CEO Fiction
Sweet Pet Contract: Deep Schemes of the Devil CEO

Two years ago, she gave birth to his child unexpectedly, and she had no idea? Today, two years later, on her wedding day to another old man, he suddenly appears to take her away? She gratefully asks, "Are you here to save me, my knight in shining armor?" He coldly smiles, "Of course, no one else has the privilege of sleeping with you except for me." The knight is perfect, but who is this little bun? Step by step, she finally realizes that all the accidents were just his trap! "Congratulations, little deceiving brat, you successfully seduced me." "Mm... please... no..."

448.70 Million words | 2021-11-08 14:33Update

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The Gate of Time Shuttle Fiction
The Gate of Time Shuttle

Different civilizations, different systems, interwoven worlds. Chen An, with the mysterious mark of the misty dreams, unintentionally gains the ability to travel between the real world and the unknown virtual realm. He experiences various bizarre events in both the real world and the virtual realm, embarking on a journey towards the unknown...

338.79 Million words | 2022-01-02 12:30Update

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Baiyangdian Fiction
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Emperor's Brocade Fiction
Emperor's Brocade

New book 'Emperor's Charm', book number, please continue to support. This is a shocking story hidden behind the usurpation. Plot: Due to the death of her elder sister, Bao Jin returns home by crossing the sea, assuming the identity of the princess of the fallen North County, and reenters the capital, vowing to reverse the chessboard of fate. The new emperor who usurps the throne is cold and aloof, but has a strange affection for Bao Jin; the seemingly deeply loving relationship between him and the empress hides unsettling and horrifying secrets. Bao Jin's sister, Jin Yuan, is a talented and stunning individual. Previously, she ascended the throne in male attire, but left behind a reputation of a tyrant with no trace of her body. A pearl and shell mask, a yellowed love letter, sets off a tremendous uproar in the seemingly calm capital city. On the final night, as the bells and drums resound, each palace gate opens one after another, and what will be revealed in front of everyone? What kind of destiny awaits?

48.96 Million words | 2020-08-03 05:56Update

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I take charge of your remaining years. Fiction
I take charge of your remaining years.

Three years ago, I stayed at her house for a year. "Old friend" returns and repeatedly kisses her, claiming it was accidental? To hell with his accidents! Gu Ning's face turned extremely black as she angrily said, "Di Ling Li! Have you grown audacious?" Where did that blushing, naive boy from three years ago go? Give him back to me! Di Ling Li laughed arrogantly and said, "In the past, I pitied and indulged you. But now, it's time for me to collect interest!" During our first year of middle school, he stayed at her house for a year. Back then, she was a crybaby, unloved and shunned by others. At that time, she didn't understand and disliked him. But after he left, she suddenly realized that he was the only one who cared for her. Three years later, when they meet again, he is the heir to the empire, adored and fawned upon by countless people. Are you still there? Di Ling Li: Fool, no matter what happens, I have always been there!

348.33 Million words | 2021-04-27 22:42Update

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Goddess Reborn is Very Counter-Black Fiction
Goddess Reborn is Very Counter-Black

【New book "The Tsundere Villain Cheated Me Again" has been released, hope you all support it~!】"He", who was being bullied and despised, suddenly transforms into an extraordinary academic genius and the most dazzling and unconventional male god in the entertainment industry. With a pill in his left hand and a magical artifact in his right, he mesmerizes everyone and drives the whole nation crazy! Star A: I want to maintain my figure. - Slimming pill, enables you to maintain the best physique with no side effects. Star B: Paparazzi are too annoying. - Disguise mask, changes your appearance and even your figure, so that even your own mother won't recognize you. Fans screaming: Can write and fight, be tough and cute, tear apart the paparazzi, seize resources, and pamper fans... He can do everything except giving birth! A certain man arrogantly declares: She can give birth! And it will be my child!

374.84 Million words | 2021-07-28 20:06Update

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Losing everything at the beginning Fiction
Losing everything at the beginning

A brave act of defending justice resulted in unintentional manslaughter, yet it propelled Wang Chong to the peak of his life. It has been five years, five years of toiling like a cow or a horse, all in anticipation of an opportunity! I yearn to make a name for myself!

260.86 Million words | 2023-03-23 07:04Update

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Husband Wants to Turn Over a New Leaf Fiction
Husband Wants to Turn Over a New Leaf

"If you dislike me, you can stab me with a knife." "You fool, you are the Evil Lord, how can a small knife kill you?" The man blinked his eyes, thought for a while, and said, "Right, it seems like that..." No past life, no future life. In this world, go with the flow, only you as an invincible enemy! I wish to be your good man, to change for you. Hold your jade hand, take care of you for this lifetime; caress your beautiful neck, shield you from the wind and rain for this lifetime!

275.71 Million words | 2021-11-19 19:48Update

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The Flourishing Marriage: Three Adorable Babies Battle for Daddy's Love. Fiction
The Flourishing Marriage: Three Adorable Babies Battle for Daddy's Love.

New Book: "Heart Fluttering Marriage: Please Hook Up, Husband" New Monthly Book: "Hidden Marriage: The Most Shameless Couple" [Main Story Complete] Seven years later, three babies suddenly barged into his office. Baby number two, with a serious expression, quickly covered his sister's eyes, "Not suitable for children!" A certain man's face darkened, where did these three little rascals come from?! "Daddy Attack" On a rainy night, Yan Ziqi from the Qiao family encountered a powerful little dumpling on his way home, thus beginning the arduous journey of raising children while on the run. [Volume 6: Spicy and Adorable Wife] After being angrily chased back to the city by the intruder, Gu Limo, Gu Limo unexpectedly encounters a hijacking! Inadvertently exposing her skills, she catches the eye of a big bad wolf. Watch this girl kick you away!

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Genius Alchemist: Endless Favor of the Royal Consort Fiction
Genius Alchemist: Endless Favor of the Royal Consort

Life is filled with drama. One morning, the chief mercenary leader woke up to find out that her birth mother had passed away, her father had abandoned her, and she had been murdered and left in a cold pond due to a conspiracy. How dare they! With the principle of not taking any insults and not allowing anyone to take advantage of her, who does her stepmother think she is? And what is her birth father worth? Respect me, and I'll spare you; disrespect me, and you won't have a complete corpse! Rare spiritual pets? Sorry, she already owns them. Ancient divine beasts? Apologies, they belong to someone else. What? You want to snatch her handsome men? She has 180 different types of world-defying weapons hidden. Perhaps she should try them on herself. But who will tell her why these handsome men are so...

559.15 Million words | 2020-08-03 01:23Update

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The Imposter Master Meets the Ghost. Fiction
The Imposter Master Meets the Ghost.

Zhang Xiaofan, who was expelled from home by his parents, relying on his knowledge of psychology from reading a few books and his limited deductive ability, set up a fortune-telling booth to make a living. Unexpectedly, he broke a taboo and narrowly escaped death. However, with the gift of seeing the supernatural world, he started his journey towards success. "My wish is world peace."

148.08 Million words | 2022-06-29 06:47Update

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The Strongest in the Universe Fiction
The Strongest in the Universe

Orphan Lei Yu is unexpectedly reborn in a future world and gains the ultimate game cheat, the Eternal Tower. He embarks on the strongest legend in the universe, curing various conditions such as princess syndrome, miss syndrome, saint syndrome, witch syndrome, tsundere syndrome, yuri syndrome... The effects of various difficult symptoms are revealed when you read it. Who is the strongest in the universe? Find out in Start Universe!

373.47 Million words | 2021-02-06 20:05Update

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Imperial Kitchen Maiden Fiction
Imperial Kitchen Maiden

She was originally a chef in a modern restaurant, but due to the booming business, she was targeted by others. During the argument, she outdebated her opponent, who then took out a fruit knife commonly used by chefs to slice fruits and stabbed her in the chest. She immediately lost consciousness and when she woke up, she unexpectedly found herself transported to an era she had never known before...

284.20 Million words | 2021-07-22 12:57Update

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Survival Guide to Collapse Fiction
Survival Guide to Collapse

"Bronya is my most important companion." "Himeko is my beloved sister." "Is there any problem with us being together?" "And what about Rita and Bianka?" "They are my faithful maid and reliable comrade." "And what about Kiana and Mei?" "They are indispensable companions in my journey." "And what about Fu Hua and Bronie?" "I fought alongside them in the previous era, so what if we had a close bond?" "How many people did you harm?" "How can you call it harm? They are all my cherished confidantes, and I have sincere feelings for them!"

470.06 Million words | 2021-03-12 07:39Update

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The Favorite Consort Rules Fiction
The Favorite Consort Rules

Empress Dowager arranges a marriage, and that future husband, isn't he the cheap consort she grabbed randomly? Since then, Xia Qinghuan goes about like a crab, always walking sideways — whether he was a prince or an emperor! But she can't understand why, in front of this man, she can only be a gentle lamb. One day, Xia Qinghuan complains loudly, 'Emperor, didn't you say you will love and cherish me in this lifetime? Why do I only feel your oppression?' The emperor's hoarse voice slowly resounds, 'Good girl' — in this lifetime, you are my unbreakable longing...

208.61 Million words | 2022-02-09 10:42Update

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Plateau Code Fiction
Plateau Code

Two mysterious stone plates trigger a strange illness, tormenting the Zheng family for thirty years. The appearance of a book provides the first clue. The missing father, the bizarre corpse in the underground chamber, the mysterious thief appearing at midnight - all compel the descendants of the Zheng family and hikers to embark on a challenging journey of exploration and solving riddles. The Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, a virgin land far from the hustle and bustle, holds unknown mystical legends. What secrets lie behind the mysterious and eerie cave ruins deep in the Bayan Har Mountains, the ancient village hidden beneath the lake, and the underground river flowing for 25,000 miles? Why did the continent of Atlantis sink, and what caused the downfall of the Maya civilization? Who built the Egyptian pyramids? What mysteries are concealed within the dreadful Gates of Kunlun, the Bermuda Triangle, and the Naples Death Valley? All the answers can be found in Plateau Code. If you enjoy Plateau Code, don't forget to recommend it to your friends in your QQ group and on Weibo!

482.30 Million words | 2023-05-22 20:53Update

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