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Category: Historical Fiction
Something from Nothing: A Historical World Without the History By Marie McCurdy
I always feel a pang of envy for historical fiction authors whose chosen setting is a time and place where people kept records.
Carnival Songs by S.V. Brown (Book Review #1620)
‘Carnival Songs’ is a historical fiction set in Torrenceburg with, a complex town and much drama. From the beginning of the story, you immediately feel like sinking into it with a sense of waiting for something to go wrong.
Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters by Cynthia Neale (Book Review #1617)
‘Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters’ is a historical fiction about Catherine Montour and her life, filled with turmoil, perseverance, and bravery. It is a compelling story set in the mid-1700s when Catherine was young and expected to follow in her grandmother’s footsteps as… Continue Reading “Catharine, Queen of the Tumbling Waters by Cynthia Neale (Book Review #1617)”
Find Me In Time: Meeting Columbus by L.T. Caton (Book Review #1615)
‘Find Me In Time: Meeting Columbus’ is a historical fiction and a time travel adventure story. The drama begins when five friends find a magical tree that transports them back to 1492 and introduces them to Columbus, who has conquered the world and is… Continue Reading “Find Me In Time: Meeting Columbus by L.T. Caton (Book Review #1615)”
The Water at the End of the World by Michael Easterling (Book Review #1608)
‘The Water at the End of the World’ is a historical fiction about a rich and interesting world where Capac Inca, the emperor of Tahuantinsuyu, stops at the village of Qomermoya. At the same time, he is on his way to visit the dealing… Continue Reading “The Water at the End of the World by Michael Easterling (Book Review #1608)”
Alice in Condoland by Liz Bieler (Book Review #1606)
‘Alice in Condoland’ is a humorous fictional tale. It begins with Alice Miller and how she moves from New York to Florida and buys an ocean-facing condominium that is very beautiful. As she enters her new life with board meetings, she joins the sports… Continue Reading “Alice in Condoland by Liz Bieler (Book Review #1606)”
Our Man in Mbabane: A Novel Based on a True Story by K. E. Karl (Book Review #1590)
‘Our Man in Mbabane’ is a historical fiction set in 1977 and begins with Frank George. He has a government job during the week but is also an agent, and because of this, his life may look comfortable and ordinary. However, his missions are… Continue Reading “Our Man in Mbabane: A Novel Based on a True Story by K. E. Karl (Book Review #1590)”
Jaguars and Other Game by Brynn Barineau (Book Review #1586)
‘Jaguars and Other Game’ is a historical fiction set in 1809 Brazil. The story begins with Maria and Isabel, who are two sisters and owners of a mule train that transports gold from the mines in Minas Gerais to the city port.
The Wizard Clip Haunting: A True Early American Ghost Story by Stanley D. Williams (Book Review #1582)
‘The Wizard Clip Haunting’ is a historical fiction with many paranormal elements. Set in 1797, the premise is a well-researched and documented story based on Adam Livingston and his ability to have early childhood premonitions and predict tragedies. He is a flax farmer who… Continue Reading “The Wizard Clip Haunting: A True Early American Ghost Story by Stanley D. Williams (Book Review #1582)”
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