7 Must-Read Historical Fiction Books That Will Transport You In Time

Supriya Juyal
Nov 07, 2024

The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett

Set in 12th-century England, this novel explores the construction of a cathedral amidst social upheaval and civil war

The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane by Lisa See

This story follows Li-yan, navigating tradition and modernity in a remote Chinese village, highlighting tea farming's cultural significance

Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan

Based on true events, it chronicles Pino Lella’s journey as a spy during World War II in war-torn Italy

The Last Kingdom by Bernard Cornwell

This novel features Uhtred of Bebbanburg during the Viking invasions, exploring his divided loyalties and the brutal medieval landscape

The Alice Network by Kate Quinn

Intertwining two women's stories, this book highlights female spies' roles during World War I and post-war Europe

The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd

Inspired by abolitionist Sarah Grimké, this novel tackles themes of slavery and women's rights in early 19th-century Charleston

The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead

This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel reimagines the Underground Railroad as a literal train system, following Cora's harrowing escape to freedom

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