Most Captivating Historical Fiction Books
It's not simply about dates and events. These tales transport us beyond history books and into the unvarnished, emotional core of the past, whether it is the darkened halls of Henry VIII's court, the war-torn streets of occupied France, or the dangerous voyage of an escaped slave. These Top Historical Fiction Novels will transport you to a different era if you're looking for a story that not only describes what happened but also evokes strong emotions. 1. Markus Zusak, The Book Thief Imagine a story so critical that even Death waits to hear it. The Book Thief is no regular WWII novel, it is hauntingly beautiful and heart-wrenching. It tells of an odd little girl, Liesel Meminger, who in Nazi Germany steals books during the horrors of the war, finding comfort in the pages. Whether reading to her neighbors during air raids or sharing stories with a hidden Jewish man, it’s about how literature is escape and defiance. 2. All the Light We Cannot See This is not a story of war,...
