Historical Fiction

'A gift I didn't know I needed' Leone Ross ' Jamaica Road exudes love . . . with a wisdom and warmth that jumps off the page' Vanessa Chan South...

'Mary Renault's portraits of the ancient world are fierce, complex and eloquent, infused at every turn with her life-long passion for the Classics' Madeline Miller, bestselling author of Circe The...

'Mary Renault's portraits of the ancient world are fierce, complex and eloquent, infused at every turn with her life-long passion for the Classics' Madeline Miller, bestselling author of Circe The...

The new novel from Pulitzer Prize-winner Geraldine Brooks, author of the Richard and Judy bestseller `March', `Year of Wonders' and `People of the Book'. Caleb Cheeshateaumauk was the first native...

** New from Mollie Walton, twice finalist for the Romantic Novelist Association's 'The Romantic Saga Award' ** Will she find love again? Ironbridge, 1892. When seventeen-year-old Maria Keay is offered...

Born of the sun and moon, shaped by fire and malady, comes a young woman whose story has never been told . . . They call her Sycorax. Seer. Sage....

'Highly recommend for anybody who loves Roman history, written by one of its true masters' PETER GIBBONS 'Epic in scope and intimate in historical detail' MATTHEW HARFFY 'Authentic, fast-paced and...

'An emotional story about family, love, and freedom' HEAT MAGAZINE 'A compelling British-Vietnamese coming-of-age story . . . an essential voice' CANDID BOOKCLUB 'The women in this house are the...

'A fascinating and engrossing read' LORRAINE KELLY 'Moving and hugely entertaining' RICHARD MADELEY 'Loved it' FERN BRITTON *** It is 1937, and Europe is on the brink of change... Kitty...

'A MASTERPIECE OF MEDIEVAL DARK FICTION' Christopher Buehlman, author of Between Two Fires From the bestselling M. R. Carey comes an enthrallingly dark medieval tale - a story of twisted...

'A charmingly whimsical delight. . . Five dazzling, gladdening stars' India Holton, author of The Wisteria Society of Lady Scoundrels The third instalment in the enchanting light academia Emily Wilde...

' Under the Same Stars will leave you shattered and wildly hopeful' E. Lockhart, author of We Were Liars and Genuine Fraud 'S tirring and absolutely unforgettable' Samira Ahmed, New...

Spend 24 hours immersed in the rich and fascinating everyday lives of the Vikings. Between the infamous Lindisfarne raid in 793 CE and the Norman conquest of 1066, the peoples...

*A STYLIST TOP 10 DEBUT FICTION BY WOMEN FOR 2025* *A COSMOPOLITAN TOP 25 BEST HISTORICAL FICTION NOVEL* 'Captures with grace and profundity the experience of immigrants and health workers'...

A sweeping and emotional debut from a dazzling new voice - for fans of The Paper Palace, The Dutch House and Betty. Coming of age in 1940s England, Alice's life...

A sweeping and emotional debut from a dazzling new voice - for fans of The Paper Palace, The Dutch House and Betty. Coming of age in 1940s England, Alice's life...

In the theatre of war there can only be one victor . . . August 25, 1689 The English army has surrounded Carrickfergus in Ireland. The brilliant strategist and gunner...

"A highly effective slice of folklore-inspired fantasy" THE HERALD A gothic tale of family, the legend of the selkies - shapeshifting mythological creatures - and a young woman who is...

A mother can never be free until she finds her children... The Good Morning America Book Club Pick February 2023 is a soaring novel inspired by true events. 'A strong...

The grand master of gripping fiction is back. International No.1 bestseller Ken Follett returns to Kingsbridge with an epic tale of revolution and a cast of unforgettable characters. Revolution is...

THE CAPTIVATING, HEART-RENDING STORY OF TWO WOMEN IN 1800S CHINA 'Brilliantly written, masterful storytelling, and hard to put down. This story will stay with me for a very, very long...

Venice is alive with the magic and bustle of Carnevale. A city of mysterious masks and gorgeous palaces, of riches, patricians, intellectuals and artists. And amidst it all, something new...

Once upon a time in the land of Oz, a green little girl was born... ELPHIE: A WICKED CHILDHOOD is the captivating coming-of-age story of the most iconic witch ever...

'Alison Weir has this astonishing ability to make history come alive and jump right off the pages' 'Thomas's story is incredible' 'A gripping tale of power and downfall, passion and...

A beguiling, powerful and heartbreaking novel from an exceptional voice in fiction, The Listeners is the story of ordinary people thrown together in extraordinary circumstances, and the things we do...

A beguiling, powerful and heartbreaking novel from an exceptional voice in fiction, The Listeners is the story of ordinary people thrown together in extraordinary circumstances, and the things we do...

'Vivid. Eloquent. Offers insight as well as delight' Guardian 'An exquisite portrayal of the lonely dislocation of being deaf in a hearing world' The Times 'Absolutely brilliant. Ellen Lark is...

'A MASTERPIECE OF MEDIEVAL DARK FICTION' Christopher Buehlman, author of Between Two Fires From the bestselling M. R. Carey comes an enthrallingly dark medieval tale - a story of twisted...

In the winter of 1353, torrential rains are spreading fever to the poor and making travel especially hazardous along the town’s outlaw-infested roads. Then three members of the University die...

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From the gifted young author of "A Parisian From Kansas" comes "The Mistress." Set in 1943, in a Paris ravaged by war, "The Mistress" tells the decadent story of one...

Wilbur Smith returns to his legendary Courtney Series with a brand new race against time World War II thriller. 1943. The tide of the Second World War is turning. The...

How do you find the courage to make your own life? An electrifying novel about first love set in 1960s London and Paris from multiple bestseller, Rose Tremain 'I can't...

Author: Rolf BoldrewoodBinding: HardbackPublished: The Discovery Press Penrith, 1968Condition:Book: GoodJacket: N/APages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis classic of Australian literature, Robbery Under Arms, chronicles the thrilling escapades of Dick Marston, a notorious...

Author: Tom CollinsBinding: HardbackPublished: THE DISCOVERY PRESS - PENRITH, 1968Condition:Book: GoodJacket: N/APages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis seminal work of Australian literature, Such Is Life, chronicles the meandering observations and experiences of...

'Devastatingly gorgeous' Chloe Gong, #1 NYT bestselling author of THESE VIOLENT DELIGHTS 'I was swept away from the first page!' Rebecca Ross, internationally bestselling author of A RIVER ENCHANTED In...

Author: David BenedictusBinding: HardbackPublished: MACMILLAN LONDONCondition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsThis compelling historical mystery, Who Killed The Prince Consort?, uncovers a fascinating investigation into the untimely demise of...

The heart-rending conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Crimson Moth duology that began when a heartless hunter met a rebel witch... 'Enchanting and deeply romantic' REBECCA ROSS A witch....

Author: Francis Irby GwaltneyBinding: HardbackPublished: Secker & Warburg, 1956Condition:Book: GoodJacket: No dust jacket - cloth/board in good conditionPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: general wear of cloth cover; tanning of spine...

Author: Hélène Jeanty RavenBinding: HardbackPublished: Hutchinson, London, 1960Condition:Book: FairJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsCondition remarks: significant wear and tear to dust cover; yellowing of first few inside front and...

Author: Henry LawsonBinding: HardbackPublished: Lloyd O'Neil, Australia, 1970Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsJoe Wilson's Mates: 56 Stories From The Prose Works Of Henry Lawson presents a compelling collection...

Author: Thomas KeneallyBinding: HardbackPublished: Hodder, 1982Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: GoodMarkings: No markingsSchindler's Ark presents a powerful historical narrative, recounting the extraordinary efforts of Oskar Schindler, a German industrialist who...

Author: William Stuart LongBinding: HardbackPublished: Doubleday, Sydney, 1986Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis sweeping historical novel chronicles the arduous journey and foundational struggles of early European settlers in...

Author: William Stuart LongBinding: HardbackPublished: Doubleday, Australia, 1988Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis sweeping historical novel transports readers to the tumultuous early days of Australian settlement, where pioneers...

Author: William Stuart LongBinding: HardbackPublished: Doubleday, 1986Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: Tanning and foxingMarkings: Previous ownerThis sweeping historical saga, The Settlers, chronicles the arduous journey and foundational struggles of a...

Author: Maurice DruonBinding: HardbackPublished: RUPERT HART-DAVIS, 1956Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damagePages: YellowedMarkings: No markingsThis gripping historical novel chronicles the tumultuous life of Isabella, daughter of Philip...

Author: William Stuart LongBinding: HardbackPublished: Doubleday, 1987Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Wear and tearPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThe Empire Builders by William Stuart Long is an epic work of historical fiction that chronicles the...

Author: William Stuart LongBinding: HardbackPublished: Doubleday, 1985Condition:Book: GoodJacket: Worn/faded, no tearsPages: YellowedMarkings: Previous ownerThis sweeping historical saga chronicles the arduous journeys and desperate hopes of those drawn to the promise...