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Category: Historical Fiction
The First in History by John McKie (Book Review #2097)
John McKie’s The First in History is a masterful compendium of humanity’s most significant “firsts” — from the first crewed hot air balloon flight to the first woman in space, and from early technological feats to transformative political milestones. Organized with clarity and a… Continue Reading “The First in History by John McKie (Book Review #2097)”
Cosmic American Rhapsody by Ray Sweatman (Book Review #2097)
Cosmic American Rhapsody by Ray Sweatman is an eccentric and imaginative tribute to the life and legacy of Gram Parsons, the country-rock icon whose pioneering influence still resonates. Set in the Joshua Desert, the novel follows Gram as he hovers between life and death… Continue Reading “Cosmic American Rhapsody by Ray Sweatman (Book Review #2097)”
African Queens by Kristan Hypolite, M. Ed. (Book Review #2091)
African Queens by Kristan Hypolite, M. Ed. is a vibrant tribute to the many influential women who shaped Africa’s history and cultural legacy. Through concise portraits of warrior queens, political leaders, and visionary rulers, the book offers an accessible introduction to notable figures—such as… Continue Reading “African Queens by Kristan Hypolite, M. Ed. (Book Review #2091)”
The Tides of Time by Sarah M. Eden (Book Review #2082)
In The Tides of Time, bestselling author Sarah M. Eden delivers a sweeping time-slip romance brimming with historical intrigue, heart-pounding peril, and the kind of slow-burn connection that romance lovers crave.
The Girl of Many CrownsBy D.H. Morris (Book Review #2075)
D.H. Morris’s The Girl of Many Crowns is a sweeping, meticulously researched historical novel set in 9th-century Francia—a time of Viking invasions, royal power struggles, and emergent European kingdoms. At its heart is the powerful, true story of Princess Judith and the legendary knight… Continue Reading “The Girl of Many CrownsBy D.H. Morris (Book Review #2075)”
The Promise of Unbroken Straw By Ken Steele (Book Review #2065)
Ken Steele’s The Promise of Unbroken Straw is a sweeping, heartfelt novel that captures the quiet ache of loss, the tangled web of family secrets, and the strength it takes to carry the weight of a fractured past. Set against the stark beauty of… Continue Reading “The Promise of Unbroken Straw By Ken Steele (Book Review #2065)”
Like Embers in the Night by Andrew Goliszek (Book Review #2061)
Like Embers in the Night is a haunting, deeply affecting historical novel rooted in the harrowing true story of two survivors of Soviet labor camps and gulags. With unflinching detail and emotional power, the book chronicles the endurance of Janek, a Polish soldier, and… Continue Reading “Like Embers in the Night by Andrew Goliszek (Book Review #2061)”
A Riveting Tale of Tragedy, Identity, and History: The Delegation (Book Review #2045)
In The Delegation, author Avner Landes delves into the complex, often tragic lives of two Soviet Jewish artists—Solomon Mikhoels, a world-renowned actor, and Itzik Feffer, a poet who became a government functionary. Set in Moscow in 1943, this novel weaves a tale of espionage,… Continue Reading “A Riveting Tale of Tragedy, Identity, and History: The Delegation (Book Review #2045)”
Rescue Run by John Winn Miller (Book Review #2037)
In Rescue Run, John Winn Miller crafts an electrifying and action-packed sequel to The Hunt for the Peggy C, plunging readers into the heart of World War II as Capt. Jake Rogers embarks on a perilous mission across Nazi-occupied Europe. Combining historical depth with… Continue Reading “Rescue Run by John Winn Miller (Book Review #2037)”
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