Escape into Historical Fiction Part 2
Immerse yourself in captivating historical fiction with our curated list of escape fiction books. Discover thrilling tales that transport you to different eras—perfect for history lovers and adventure seekers!
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The Alchemist's Daughter
by Katharine McMahon
McMahon pens an unforgettable historical novel about a young woman's coming of age in 18th century England, a world of secrets and science, passion and …
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The Constant Princess
by Philippa Gregory
"Katherine of Aragon is born Catalina, the Spanish Infanta, to parents who are both kings and crusaders. At the age of three, she is betrothed …
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Leonardo's Swans
by Karen Essex
Isabella d'Este, daughter of the Duke of Ferrara, born into privilege and the political and artistic turbulence of Renaissance Italy, is a stunning black-eyed blonde …
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To the Tower Born
by Robin Maxwell
This narrative offers a new perspective on a five-century-old mystery and debate about the young princes of York who were imprisoned in the Tower of …
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Falls the Shadow
by Sharon Kay Penman
"A marvelous literary and historical achievement...Impossible to put down." THE BOSTON HERALD This is Simon de Montfort's story--and the story of King Henry III, as …
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The Reckoning
by Sharon Kay Penman
"Penman's characters are so shrewdly imagined, so full of resonant human feeling that they seem to be on the page....Most compelling is the portrait of …
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The Ruby Ring
by Diane Haeger
From critically acclaimed historical novelist Diane Haeger comes The Ruby Ring, an unforgettable story of love, loss, and immortal genius . . . Rome, 1520. …
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The Hippopotamus Marsh
by Pauline Gedge
The first in a trilogy about the descendants of the last true king of Egypt who revolt against foreign rule.
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Emilie's Voice
by Susanne Dunlap
Set against the backdrop of Paris and the court of Versailles, émilie's Voice introduces a young heroine of modest upbringing who possesses a special gift: …
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A Likeness
by Sonia Overall
Set in the 22nd year of Queen Elizabeth I's reign, 'A Likeness' follows the fortunes of a struggling artist who strikes out for the City …
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The Birth of Venus
by Sarah Dunant
Turning fifteen in Renaissance Florence, Alessandra Cecchi becomes intoxicated with the works of a young painter whom her father has brought to the city to …
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Jerusalem
by Cecelia Holland
The extraordinary author of The Bear Flag and Pacific Street returns to print at last with a remarkable novel. Set in the Holy Land in …
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Warlock
by Wilbur Smith
This stunning "New York Times" bestselling sequel to "River God" takes place during the wake of a 60-year war over the reign of the kingdoms …
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The Turquoise Ring
by Grace Tiffany
A radical retelling of Shakespeare's most controversial play-from the author of My Father Had a Daughter. Acclaimed novelist Grace Tiffany revisits Shakespeare's The Merchant of …
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The Floating Book
by Michelle Lovric
Venice, 1468. Wendelin von Speyer has just arrived from Germany with the foundations of a cultural revolution: Gutenberg's movable type. Together with the young editor …
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Dissolution
by C. J. Sansom
The first novel in the Matthew Shardlake Tudor Mystery series—the inspiration for the Hulu original series Shardlake! Dissolution is an utterly riveting portrayal of Tudor …
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The Sultan's Harem
by Colin Falconer
From the author of the critically acclaimedWhen We Were Godscomes a dramatic, unforgettable novel of cruelty and passion, set in the great Harem of the …
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A Sundial in a Grave: 1610
by Mary Gentle
"It's about sex, and cruelty, and forgiveness." Thus begins a sweeping historical adventure about two dueling swordsmen and the plot to kill a king in …
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Dear Heart, How Like You This?
by Wendy Dunn
A king who would not be denied, a woman who would be queen, and a gentle poet forced to watch helplessly, as his one true …
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Gudrun's Tapestry
by Joan Schweighardt
Gudrun?s Tapestry is a powerful, enchanting and vivid tale of one woman?s quest to eliminate Fifth Century Europe?s greatest threat: Attila and his Huns. Along …
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A Hollow Crown
by Helen Hollick
Aged only thirteen, Emma, daughter of the Duke of Normandy, is married in a strategic alliance to King Aethelred of England. Inept and arrogant, Aethelred …
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The Persian Boy
by Mary Renault
“It takes skill to depict, as Miss Renault has done, this half-man, half Courtesan who is so deeply in love with the warrior.”–The Atlantic Monthly …