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I can think of a few that usually have romance involved or are just really good. Not sure if they have been mentioned yet.
Anya Seton--like most of hers, Katheryn is by far one of the best, also love Green Darkness, and the Turquoise. Margaret George-lots of historical fiction Robin Maxwell-good stuff about the Tudors and the Plantagenets. Meant to add Jean Plaidy. Pseudonym for Victoria Holt, Phillippa Carr, but love her books. Last edited by EliNoah; 03-09-2010 at 07:35 AM. |
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Have a look at Neal Stephenson's Baroque Cycle (Quicksilver, The Confusion and The System of the World). Stephenson's best known for his science-fiction, but this is proper historical fiction.
It's set against a background that includes the establishment of the Royal Society (and a pirate story), and features both romance and a strong female character. It's a lot better than I've made it sound, and I recommend it highly. |
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I would strongly recommend 'The Invisible Bridge' by Julie Orringer. It takes place just before and during WW2 in Hungary and Paris. I'm not one for ooey-gooey love stories, but there is a really good one (aka not sappy) in this book.
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Depending on on how far back you need to go to be 'historical', I think one of the best authors I've read this last decade is Carlos Ruiz Zafon. Start with Shadows of the Wind. Most of his books are set around the Spanish civil war.
I also adore Georgette Heyer. And not all of her books are fluff. Some are really dark. Of those available in e I really like The Reluctant Widow and The Talisman Ring. |
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I would also strongly recommend 'The Glass Room' by Simon Mawer, 'Those Who Save Us' by Jenna Blum and 'Sarah's Key' by Tatiana de Rosnay.
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If you are interested in Asia, you have to try James Clavell's "Shogun"!
Great, thrilling story, including a love story, although it is not the center of the story! Strong recommendation! |
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Historical Fiction Books I'd Recommend
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Here are some books I would recommend.. not exactly sure if they have e-book versions yet Check them out! Let me know if you enjoy them as much as I did! Last edited by ekeekk14; 11-16-2011 at 04:44 PM. |
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Please take a look at this freebie from SmashWords, which I favourably reviewed. It's well-written and a must-read for anyone who likes Heyer. I have no affiliation with the author!
http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/3004 |
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Thanks, I love Georgette Heyer so am looking forward to this one.
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Anthony Trollope's "Barchester Towers"
It was current when written in 1857. Lots of romantic plots, comedy with an alls-well ending. I reread it every few years when I want something amusing and light. |
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I very much enjoyed "The Apothecary's Daughter" and would love to find more books that take place during that era.
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