Historical Books
You may refer to me as your lord, my dear little dove, but rest assured, I will act accordingly... In a state of desperation, Persephone sneaks away to the ...
If I am to assist you, my dear, you must meet my demands... Helen is facing a difficult situation. Being too overweight and from the Northern region for ...
‘So you’re no longer the perfect spinster, huh? Melting in my hands as if you were always meant to...’ Catherine, the ideal spinster, has dedicated her life ...
Georgiana and the Rogue is the third story in the new Regency romance series, Regency Spinsters Alliance, by USA Today and International #1 bestselling ...
Lily and the Duke is the first book in the new Regency romance series, Regency Spinsters Alliance, by USA Today and International #1 bestselling Author, ...
Chloe and the Devil is the second story in the new Regency romance series, Regency Spinsters Alliance, by USA Today and International #1 bestselling Author, ...
From USA Today bestselling author Christi Caldwell comes a dark tale of betrayal, jealousy, and the dangerous passion ignited between a vengeful captain and ...
Previously only available in serial installments through Kindle Vella, Simon Broadbent, the Earl of Primly's story is now being released for the first time ...
Despite his long-standing desire for a love-based marriage, Robert Layne, Duke of Troubridge, is forced to set aside his dreams when he discovers the ...
London is on the brink of disaster and Burgoyne's (Secret) Agency is tasked with preventing the catastrophe - but only if they can unravel the mystery of ...
A thrilling tale of murder and spying in the picturesque neighborhood of Primrose Hill awaits in this stand-alone story. As the spring of 1921 unfolds, ...
A thrilling tale set in the 1920s filled with crime, murder, and intrigue unfolds in a picturesque corner of England where two noble families hold a ...
In a beautiful Belgravia house, Dowager Countess Georgiana is planning a delightful celebration for her son's birthday. Lord Stokely, however, has a ...
Paper, Paper! Read all about it! The Acrobat Murderer has escaped the police's grasp! However, the newspaper article fails to convey the truth - that this is ...
A thrilling story of murder, betrayal, and intrigue unfolds in Lady Holme, the peaceful residence of Lord and Lady Hazlett. Hidden beneath its tranquil ...
Before the 1920s roared, they growled menacingly.Britain is in shambles, as it recovers from the cataclysm of World War One. Unemployment's high, money's ...
Description
Historical fiction is a genre that sets its stories in the past, often during significant periods of history. In these stories, the time period isn’t just a backdrop but an essential part of the setting and the narrative itself.
Historical fiction may feature fictional characters, well-known historical figures, or a combination of the two. Authors typically pay close attention to details—such as setting, clothing, and dialogue—to ensure the story feels authentic to the time period it portrays.
Sometimes, historical fiction portrays famous events from perspectives not recorded in history, showing historical figures grappling with real events but in ways not captured in historical records. Other times, the historical event or era provides a rich backdrop that shapes the characters’ lives and actions. In some cases, the story remains largely accurate, but names of people or places are changed for narrative reasons.
Because this is fiction, authors have artistic license to creatively present and explore these settings, as long as they remain reasonably faithful to established historical facts. If the story deviates significantly from historical record, it may move into the genre of alternate history, which imagines how things might have been different if a major historical event had played out differently. Similarly, historical fiction should generally follow the rules of physics and realism; stories that include magical or fantastical elements typically fall under the category of historical fantasy or historical romance.