Whether your passion is The Ancient Greeks, The Wars of The Roses or The Russian Revolution, you'll find stories of life during these eras and every other, often using factual accounts to build a fictional narrative.
Historical Fiction Books
Books on Demand Das ganze Leben ist ja ein Traum: Charlotte von
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Books on Demand Die Gerber Marie und der Einarmige
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£25.17
Books on Demand A vengeful Countess: Bilingual in German and
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Books on Demand Celeste: oder Rückkehr nach Dresden II
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BoD - Books on Demand Duck dich
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Blackstone Publishing Noble House
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£19.99
St Martin's Press My Name Is Resolute
Book SynopsisThe year is 1729, and young Resolute Talbot and her siblings are captured by pirates and brought to the New World. Resolute and her sister are sold into slavery in New England and taught the trade of spinning and weaving.
£24.80
St Martin's Press The Coming
Book SynopsisThe Coming is powerful. And beautiful...This is a work to be proud of.--Charles Johnson, National Book Award winner for Middle PassageLyrical, poetic, and hypnotizing, The Coming tells the story of a people''s capture and sojourn from their homeland across the Middle Passage--a traumatic trip that exposed the strength and resolve of the African spirit. Extreme conditions produce extraordinary insight, and only after being stripped of everything do they discover the unspeakable beauty they once took for granted. This powerful, haunting novel will shake readers to their very souls.Part homage to the proud and diverse cultures of Africa, part nightmare of the people stolen from those lands, The Coming seduces us with poetry, then breaks our hearts, but ultimately inspires us to celebrate the indomitable soul of humanity. George Weinstein, author of Hardscrabble Road
£15.29
St Martin's Press A Hundred Suns
Book SynopsisNamed A Best Book of Spring 2020 by Real Simple Parade PopSugar New York Post Entertainment Weekly Betches CrimeReads BookBubA transporting historical novel, and a smart thriller. Washington PostA luscious setting combined with a sinister, sizzling plot. -EWA faraway land.A family's dynasty.A trail of secrets that could shatter their glamorous lifestyle.On a humid afternoon in 1933, American Jessie Lesage steps off a boat from Paris and onto the shores of Vietnam. Accompanying her French husband Victor, an heir to the Michelin rubber fortune, she's certain that their new life is full of promise, for while the rest of the world is sinking into economic depression, Indochine is gold for the Michelins. Jessie knows that the vast plantations near Saigon are the key to
£23.46
St Martin's Press Defending Britta Stein
Book SynopsisNow in paperback: A story of bravery, betrayal, and redemption — from the winner of the National Jewish Book Award.
£13.29
WW Norton & Co The WineDark Sea
Book SynopsisThe sixteenth volume in the Aubrey/Maturin series, and Patrick O'Brian's first bestseller in the United States.Trade Review"I haven’t read novels [in the past ten years] except for all of the Patrick O’Brian series. It was, unfortunately, like tripping on heroin. I started on those books and couldn’t stop." -- E. O. Wilson - Boston Globe"Addictively readable." -- Chicago Tribune"They're funny, they're exciting, they're informative. . . there are legions of us who gladly ship out time and time again under Captain Aubrey." -- The New Yorker"lf Jane Austen had written rousing sea yarns, she would have produced something very close to the prose of Patrick O'Brian." -- Time"The best historical novels ever written… On every page Mr. O’Brian reminds us with subtle artistry of the most important of all historical lessons: that times change but people don’t, that the griefs and follies and victories of the men and women who were here before us are in fact the maps of our own lives." -- Richard Snow - New York Times Book Review"It has been something of a shock to find myself—an inveterate reader of girl books—obsessed with Patrick O’Brian’s Napoleonic-era historical novels… What keeps me hooked are the evolving relationships between Jack and Stephen and the women they love." -- Tamar Lewin - New York Times"I devoured Patrick O’Brian’s 20-volume masterpiece as if it had been so many tots of Jamaica grog." -- Christopher Hitchens - Slate"I fell in love with his writing straightaway, at first with Master and Commander. It wasn’t primarily the Nelson and Napoleonic period, more the human relationships. …And of course having characters isolated in the middle of the goddamn sea gives more scope. …It’s about friendship, camaraderie. Jack Aubrey and Stephen Maturin always remind me a bit of Mick and me." -- Keith Richards"[O’Brian’s] Aubrey-Maturin series, 20 novels of the Royal Navy in the Napoleonic Wars, is a masterpiece. It will outlive most of today’s putative literary gems as Sherlock Holmes has outlived Bulwer-Lytton, as Mark Twain has outlived Charles Reade." -- David Mamet - New York Times"The Aubrey-Maturin series… far beyond any episodic chronicle, ebbs and flows with the timeless tide of character and the human heart." -- Ken Ringle - Washington Post"O’Brian’s Aubrey-Maturin volumes actually constitute a single 6,443-page novel, one that should have been on those lists of the greatest novels of the 20th century." -- George Will"Gripping and vivid… a whole, solidly living world for the imagination to inhabit." -- A. S. Byatt"There is not a writer alive whose work I value over his." -- Stephen Becker - Chicago Sun-Times"Patrick O’Brian is unquestionably the Homer of the Napoleonic wars." -- James Hamilton-Paterson - New Republic
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Ecstasy
Book SynopsisIn the glittering hotbed of turn-of-the-twentieth-century Vienna, one woman's life would define and defy an era.Trade ReviewNamed a "Must-Read" book by The New York Post "Mary Sharratt has made an impressive career fleshing out the lives of women rendered one-dimensional in the pages of history...With this fine work, [Sharratt] has us wanting more."—Minneapolis Star Tribune "Alma Mahler is certainly worthy of joining the remarkable women about whom Sharratt has previously written."—St. Paul Pioneer Press “This winning historical novel offers an enjoyable portrait of an ambitious woman whose struggles are as relevant today as they were a century ago.”—Publishers Weekly “[Sharratt] has in-depth knowledge of classical music and turn-of-the-20th-century Vienna…Recommended for readers who like the peaks and valleys of nonstop drama.”—Library Journal “Thought-provoking [and]…bracing.”—Kirkus "A novel with surefire appeal for fans of romantic women’s fiction."—Booklist “Terrific…An intimate, absorbing portrait of a complicated woman whose talents and passions propelled her to the center of fin de siècle Vienna.” —Christina Baker Kline, #1 New York Times best-selling author of Orphan Train and A Piece of the World “In Ecstasy, Mary Sharratt plunges the reader into the tumultuous and glamorous fin de siècle era, bringing to life its brilliant and beguiling leading lady. Finally, Alma Mahler takes center stage, surging to life as so much more than simply the female companion to the brilliant and famous men who loved her. Sharratt's portrait is poignant and nuanced, her novel brimming with rich historic detail and lush, evocative language.” —Allison Pataki, New York Times best-selling author of The Accidental Empress "Sharratt has composed a passionate symphony for Alma Mahler, a woman who was more than a muse to the greats. She was also a talent in her own right, stifled by society and the passions of the many men who pursued her. This heartfelt, feminist tribute makes for a compelling and sophisticated tale!" —Stephanie Dray, New York Times best-selling author of America's First Daughter “Evocative and passionate, Ecstasy illuminates through its tempestuous and talented heroine a conundrum that resonates across the centuries: how a woman can fulfill her destiny by being both a lover and an artist.” —Jenna Blum, New York Times best-selling author of Those Who Save Us and The Stormchasers “A tender, intimate exploration of a complicated woman, Mary Sharratt’s Ecstasy renders in exquisitely researched detail and fiercely imagined scenes the life of Alma Mahler — daughter, wife, mother, lover, and composer — and the early 20th Century Vienna and New York in which she came of age. I loved this inspiring story of an early feminist standing up for her art.” —Meg Waite Clayton, New York Times best-selling author of The Race for Paris “Alma Mahler’s unexpected, often heartbreaking journey from muse to independence comes to vivid, dramatic life. Sharratt skillfully evokes turn-of-the-century Vienna and the musical genius of the era, returning Alma to her rightful place in history as both the inspiration to the men in her life and a gifted artist in her own right.” —C.W. Gortner, best-selling auth —
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Random House USA Inc Courtesan A Novel
Book SynopsisAmid the disapproving gossip of the Court, a royal romance defies all obstacles.The Court of François I is full of lust, intrigue, and bawdy bon temps—a different world from the quiet country life Diane de Poitiers led with her elderly husband. Now a widow, the elegant Diane is called back to Court, where the King’s obvious interest marks her as an enemy to the King’s favourite, Anne d’Heilly. The Court is soon electrified by rumors of their confrontations. As Anne calls on her most venomous tricks to drive Diane away, Diane finds an ally in the one member of Court with no allegiance to the King’s mistress: his teenage second son, Henri. Neglected by his father and disliked by his brothers, Prince Henri expects little from his life. But as his friendship with Diane deepens into infatuation and then a romance that scandalizes the Court, the Prince begins to discover hope for a future with Diane. But fate and his father have other plans
£14.24
Thomas Nelson Publishers Palabras de fuego Softcover Words of Fire
Book SynopsisCon una combinación de intriga y rigor histórico, Palabras de fuego traslada a los lectores a un momento histórico, en el que la palabra impresa podía ser el arma más transformadora.
£10.99
HarperCollins Focus El Dolor de la Memoria
Book SynopsisUn secuestro detona la reaparición de hechos olvidados por la mente de Mariano. Su captura se torna doble: física y emocional. A través de los ojos de los secuestrados y de las víctimas seremos testigos de la violencia e impunidad que vive México, y que alcanzan al protagonista cuando se asume verdugo.
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Simon And Schuster Group USA Mother Of The Believers
Book SynopsisA stunning and meticulously researched debut novel telling the story of the birth of Islam from the perpective of the prophet Muhammed's young wife Aisha.
£30.35
Tokyopop Press Inc Sengoku Youko Volume 1
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Simon & Schuster Iscariot
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Little, Brown & Company What is Visible A Novel
Book SynopsisThe first novel ever written about Laura Bridgman, a deaf-blind person who was considered the nineteenth century's second most famous woman-and who blazed the trail for Helen Keller.
£15.00
Little, Brown & Company A.D. 33
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Little, Brown & Company A.D. 30
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Simon & Schuster The Accidental Empress
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Simon & Schuster Broken Ground
Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......Trade Review“Well-written, lyric… Readers will love Ruth's stamina and heart, and come away with a new understanding of immigrant experiences both then and now.” * Publishers Weekly *“A masterfully written historical novel …Broken Ground is not to be missed.” * USA Today *"The characters remind the reader that while the world is full of broken people, promises and ground, there is hope. Ruth is an encouraging character who finds herself after losing everything." * RT Book Reviews (4 Stars) *"A wonderfully engaging and consistently compelling read... highly recommended." * Midwest Book Review *"The evocative story proceeds fluidly, in the strong and delightful voice that is Ruth’s. The stark landscape of Oklahoma, the emotional tugs of the heart, and the rewarding outcomes all meld together to form a compelling novel." * Historical Novel Society *"Karen Halvorsen Schreck has done it again… Engaging, lyrical, and inspirational" -- Julie Cantrell, New York Times bestselling author of The Feathered Bone"Karen Halvorsen Schreck tells a compelling story, emotionally honest and beautifully written. -- Joshilyn Jackson, author of The Opposite of Everyone"With the greatest empathy and insight, Broken Ground lays bare the brutal reality of a young widow's struggle to survive in Depression-era America. Schreck captures the subtleties of the American South and West with such muscle–her detailed eye snagging every detail–that I felt as if I’d been dropped into another time and place." -- Christine Maul Rice, author of Swarm Theory“A wonderful novel… large-hearted and well-researched...makes an important contribution to current debates about immigration andprovides a much-needed example of Christianity as a force for compassion,enlightenment, and social justice.” -- Trudy Lewis, author of The Empire Rolls
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Gallery Books/Karen Hunter Publishing Bev
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Tyndale House Publishers Under the Tulip Tree
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Kensington Publishing Classified
Book SynopsisA LIFE FILLED WITH RICHES The riches that mean most to Teresa “Toots” Loudenberry are the loving friends and family she’s accumulated over the course of a life well lived. And now that her daughter, Abby, has married her beau Chris and settled down near Toots in Charleston, life is even more satisfying than the delicious pralines sold at Toots’s bakery, The Sweetest Thing. Abby isn’t the only one enjoying a little romance. Toots’s friendship with Dr. Phil Becker has grown unexpectedly close . . . and that brings both joy and complications. As a distraction, Toots throws herself into helping Abby and Chris open an animal rescue shelter on their estate. But life takes a serious turn when two young children disappear after visiting The Sweetest Thing. Toots immediately enlists Ida, Sophie, and Mavis to help in the search. As they draw closer to the culprits, they realize the stakes are much higher than they ever coul
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Open Road Media Assassin of Gor
Book Synopsis A brutal assassin seeks vengeance in an alternate world where men are masters and women are slaves. Welcome to Gor, a parallel Earth where social norms are exotic and the way of life is brutal. In this volume of the Gorean Saga, the deadly assassin Kuurus is intent on a bloody mission of vengeance. His adventure takes him from the caste of the pleasure-slaves, who are rigorously trained in the rules and techniques of sexual ecstasy, to the brutal arenas where humans participate in deadly hand-to-hand combat. He witnesses violence, conflict, and uncertainty, as the inhabitants of Counter Earth are forced to confront their destinies . . . no matter how exalted or debased. Rediscover this brilliantly imagined world where men are masters and women live to serve their every desire. Assassin of Gor is the 5th book in the Gorean Saga, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
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Open Road Media Post of Honour 2 Horseman Riding by
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Open Road Media Mariners of Gor
Book Synopsis A ship of legend sails toward the very edge of the world in this fantasy saga. Many on Gor do not believe the great ship of Tersites, the lame, scorned, half-blind, half-mad shipwright, originally of Port Kar, exists. Surely it is a matter of no more than legend. In the previous book, however, Swordsmen of Gor, we learned that the great ship, commissioned by unusual warriors for a mysterious mission, was secretly built in the northern forests and brought down the Alexandra to Thassa, the sea, beginning her voyage to the “World’s End,” hazarding waters beyond the “farther islands” from which no ship had returned. Rediscover this brilliantly imagined world where men are masters and women live to serve their every desire. Mariners of Gor is the 30th book in the Gorean Saga, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
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Open Road Media Prize of Gor
Book SynopsisEllen is a beautiful young slave girl on the planet Gor. But she was not always so lovely. For nearly sixty years, she was a woman of Earth, but life had largely passed her by. Then, following a chance encounter at the opera with a strangely familiar young man, she finds herself transported from Earth to Gor. Here she discovers the true identity of her kidnapper and his sinister motives. She is given a strange drug that reverses the aging process, turning back time itself, and once again she is the beautiful young woman she remembers from years before, so long ago. Now her adventures really begin. Men challenge one another to own her. To the victor go the spoils, but who will that victor be? Rediscover this brilliantly imagined world where men are masters and women live to serve their every desire. Prize of Gor is the 27th book in the Gorean Saga, but you may enjoy reading the series in any order.
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Zaffre Courtneys War
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Simon & Schuster Amour Provence
Book SynopsisSynopsis coming soon.......Trade Review"Gorgeously written and heartbreakingly beautiful, Constance Leisure’s eloquent Amour Provence is about love, loss, and the changes two small French villages and their inhabitants go through, from the Nazi occupation to today. This is a profound novel about the struggle to survive both history and buried secrets, and the yearning to keep ties to both the land and to each other. So mesmerizing." -- Caroline Leavitt, New York Times bestselling author of Is This Tomorrow and Pictures of You“Constance Leisure expertly conjures up a village in Provence and its inhabitants – their secrets, faults, and graces – yet best still are her vivid descriptions of the platane trees, the cassoulet, the grapillage, the mistral and soleil that define Provence and tempt this reader to pick up sticks and move there demain.” -- Lily Tuck, author of The Double Life of Liliane"Constance Leisure offers us a carefully woven narrative of contemporary life in the tiny wine villages of northern Provence. Her characters are sensitive, sad, but bold too, brought to life through their loves, hates, feuds, infidelities, and haunting regrets. The vineyards, olive groves, lavender fields, church steeples, and village cafes all play starring roles in a novel that richly reveals the daily rhythms of French village life." -- Patricia Wells, author of The French Kitchen Cookbook and director of the cooking school At Home with Patricia Wells“Leisure strikes a smart balance between the private and the public, ruminating at length on the ways the two spheres bleed together…a fascinating exploration of rural dynamics—particularly given the class, race, and cultural divisions in the story.” * Publishers Weekly *"Beautiful and romantic." * Booklist *"Amour Provence begs to be read on a warm, sun-drenched patio scented with lavender, surrounded in soft cushions, with a glass of vendange tardive in easy reach...Leisure paints an inviting picture, small-town warts and all. Pour another glass of wine and enjoy." * Historical Novels Review *
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Simon & Schuster The Chefs Secret
Book SynopsisTrade Review"King’s characters are drawn as lovingly, as sensually as the food and the Vatican world she describes, and the plot itself — part secret-code mystery, part love story — moves like a well-paced meal." * Boston Globe *“King supplies all of the elements historical fiction fans expect in a juicy Renaissance tale, including luscious meals, erotic interludes, and deaths by poison and blade. This rich tale should satisfy the appetites of fans of historicals.” * Publishers Weekly *"Crystal King’s The Chef’s Secret is a fabulous immersion in the world of renaissance Italy, full of passion, intrigue, secrets, danger, and of course food. Come hungry!" -- Melodie Winawer, author of The Scribe of Siena“The Chef’s Secret is a sumptuous buffet, serving up a love story (two of them!); mystery and suspense so thick you could cut it with, well, a chef’s knife; and such a vibrant panorama of Renaissance Rome you’ll feel you’ve walked its streets and inhabited its kitchens. Anyone who loves history, food, a great story—read this novel! Warning: it will make you hungry.” -- Jenna Blum, New York Times and international bestselling author of Those Who Save Us and The Lost Family"In The Chef’s Secret, Crystal King serves up a delectable read stuffed with passion, danger, and a plot worthy of Dan Brown. This fast-paced, engrossing novel brings Renaissance Rome and the Vatican to life through the eyes of a famous papal chef. You won’t be able to put it down." -- Stephanie Storey, author of Oil and Marble"A veritable feast for the senses, The Chef's Secret is part mystery, part love story, and all sumptuous sixteenth century Italy. This tale of one of the world's first celebrity chefs—Bartolomeo Scappi, a DaVinci of Renaissance cuisine—sent me on a quest to know more, and to my kitchen to experiment—a sign of a great historical novel. Readers will delight in a plot as juicy as Scappi's braised beef!" -- Heather Webb, international bestselling author of Last Christmas in Paris“The Chef's Secret is a classic historical drama, full of intrigue, star-crossed love, family turmoil, shocking revelations and twists of fate. What sets it apart from other fiction of that sort is the cuisine, which once again is practically a minor character.” * Boise Weekly *“With adventure, engaging characters, and an absorbing mystery, King expertly blends fact with fiction, intrigue, and a powerful love story. Well written and perfectly paced, The Chef's Secret is a fascinating immersion into sixteenth-century Italian life, an introduction to the world's first celebrity chef, and a reminder of the power of food to influence a civilization.” * Booklist *“King twists in romance, mystery, cultural richness, and some zesty research. Scappi’s secrets are unveiled at a pace that simmers with intrigue…Mixed together with decadent banquets and sweeping historical detail, King has a recipe that entices the senses… vibrant in both visual and flavorful detail.” * Historical Novel Review *"If true gastronomy resides at the intersection of food, art and culture, then Crystal King's debut novel can only be described as a gastronomical delight . . . .Every page oozes with remarkable insights . . . satisfying, but readers are left hungry for more." * Associated Press *“In her addictively readable first novel . . . the food lore is fascinating and the time period is inherently dramatic . . . .[A]ficionados of all things SPQR will eat this up.” * Kirkus Reviews *"Finely paced. . . . the novel combines exotic menus with the melodrama of a Greek tragedy. King’s debut is a compelling historical drama with an appetizing center." * Booklist *"King’s descriptions of the food and entertainment are exquisite, her characters are beautifully drawn, and events and people of the times are deftly woven throughout . . . A delight to the senses, King’s debut novel is to be savored and devoured." * Library Journal, starred review *“Crystal King's debut is a feast for the senses, bringing ancient Rome to dark, vibrant life. Politics, intrigue, danger, and passion mix deliciously in this tale of a young slave vaulted into the corridors of power as personal chef to the ancient world's greatest gourmet. Not to be missed!” -- Kate Quinn, author of Mistress of Rome"Sometimes you just want a big, fat, juicy read and Crystal King’s debut novel fits the bill. . . . Romance, power, politics and mouth-watering meals described in detail. . . . We think we’ve just discovered the Food Channel’s first miniseries." * The Huffington Post *“Through the lens of a slave in ancient Rome, Crystal King illuminates a realm of seemingly impossible gluttony and excess, along with every other deadly sin. In the household of outrageous gourmand Apicius, he of extraordinarily decadent mores, one man, a slave, Thrasius, provides the sole ethical center. Feast of Sorrow is impossible to put down.” -- Randy Susan Meyers, bestselling author of Accidents of Marriage"Crystal King’s debut novel, Feast of Sorrow, tells the story of Apicius, the notorious gourmand of ancient Rome, from the viewpoint of his slave and cook Thrasius. It’s a dark and engrossing read, and provides an evocative new perspective on the rule of Tiberius." -- Emily Hauser, author of For the Most Beautiful"Crystal King has written a delicious feast of a book, one that allows us to not only see, but also taste ancient Rome in all its dark and varied appetites." -- Yael Goldstein Love, author of Overture"The historical world of Feast of Sorrow lives and breathes, and it is a delight to follow its characters’ struggle for happiness and survival amidst the simmering peril of Rome’s great houses. Even if you’re not a foodie drawn to novels of ancient Rome, this immersive, sensorily rich page-turner will take you for a delicious and unforgettable ride." -- Tim Weed, author of Will Poole’s Island‘An engaging foray into the treacherous world of Claudio-Julian Rome from a fresh perspective. Who knew that the gourmand Apicius was larger than life? King deftly serves up intrigue, scandal and heartbreak with lashings of exotic sauces, mouth-watering recipes and the occasional drop of poison. Highly recommended.” -- Elisabeth Storrs, author of the series Tales of Ancient Rome"The ancient Rome of Crystal King’s Feast of Sorrow is filled with delectable dishes and astonishing injustice, deep loyalties and stunning loss. By the time you’re done, you’ll want a sip of honeyed water alongside some fried hyacinth bulbs. An engrossing read." -- Marjan Kamali, author of Together Tea “Ancient Rome comes alive with a remarkable degree of immediacy and authenticity. I savored every page of this compulsively readable novel.” -- Lisa Borders, author of The Fifty First State"King excels at researching a historical period, and her knowledge of the culinary life of early imperial Rome is second to none. When Thrasius cooks up a particular recipe for one of Apicius’ extravagant dinners, the reader’s mouth waters, even when the ingredients are unfamiliar. By recreating Apicius’ famous recipes, the world of ancient Rome comes to vivid, sparkling life." * BookReporter *"Upstairs/downstairs drama meets food porn meets historical fiction." * Epicurious *“Crystal King seamlessly weaves questions about power, morality, and family into this completely immersive and compulsively readable debut.” -- Amanda Foreman, author of Georgiana and A World on Fire“A plunge into the ancient Roman world in all its senses—especially taste. But the character studies of the people are even tastier than the recipes! A Roman feast on many levels, all delicious.” -- Margaret George
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Graydon House The Witch of Willow Hall
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Interlink Publishing Group, Inc The Gardens of Light
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David R. Godine Publisher The Lioness of Boston
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Penguin Putnam Inc The Chaperone
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£15.30
The Library of America Wendell Berry: Port William Novels & Stories: The
Book SynopsisAn anthology of fiction from the American novelist, poet, farmer and activist features the entire tale of the fictional small Kentucky town of Port William in chronological order spanning from 1864 to 1945 and encompassing 23 stories and four novels.
£999.99
Multnomah Press Across the Blue
Book SynopsisSet in Edwardian England and ideal for readers who enjoy Julie Klassen novels, this romance about an English aviation pioneer and the girl who falls in love with him is filled with adventure and faith.Isabella Grayson, the eldest daughter of a wealthy, English newspaper magnate, longs to become a journalist, but her parents don''t approve. They want her to marry well and help them gain a higher standing in society. After she writes an anonymous letter to the editor that impresses her father, her parents reluctantly agree she can write a series of articles about aviation and the race to fly across the English Channel, but only if she promises to accept a marriage proposal within the year. When James Drake, an aspiring aviator, crashes his flying machine at the Grayson''s new estate, Bella is intrigued. James is determined to be the first to fly across the Channel and win the prize Mr. Grayson''s newspaper is offering. He hopes it will help him secure a government contract to build airplanes and redeem a terrible family secret. James wants to win Bella''s heart, but his background and lack of social standing make it unlikely her parents would approve. If he fails to achieve his dream, how will he win the love and respect he is seeking? Will Bella''s faith and support help him find the strength and courage he needs when unexpected events turn their world upside down?
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Algonquin Books Gap Creek (Oprah's Book Club)
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She Writes Press The Black Velvet Coat: A Novel
Book SynopsisTwenty-eight-year-old struggling San Francisco artist Anne McFarland is determined to get a one-woman show, even though no one, including herself, believes she can do it. But when she buys a coat at a thrift shop with a key in its pocket, strange, even magical, occurrences begin to unfold, and she is inspired to create her best work ever. Fifty years earlier, it’s 1963, and the coat’s original owner, young heiress Sylvia Van Dam, is headed toward a disastrous marriage with a scoundrel. In a split-second reaction she does the unimaginable, which propels her on a trip of self-discovery to nature-filled Northern Arizona. When Anne and Sylvia’s lives intersect, they are both forced to face their fears―and, in the process, realize their true potential.Trade Review2021 Next Generation Indie Awards Winner in Series (Fiction) 2021 CIBA Fiction Series Book Awards First Place Winner 2016 International Book Award Finalist, Best New Fiction “In Jill G. Hall’s lovely debut novel, a vintage coat and the brass key discovered in its pocket provide the foundation for the alternating stories of two women from different eras. As we read, we follow Anne and Sylvia as they navigate love and loss, heartbreak, and triumph. The Black Velvet Coat is an absolute delight.” —Midge Raymond, author of Forgetting English “Jill G. Hall creates a novel with two unforgettable characters whose lives, though generations apart, are inexplicably intertwined, which gives you the qualities you want in a great story—mystery, suspense, and romance.” —Judy Reeves, author of Wild Women, Wild Voices “The Black Velvet Coat is a story about fate and friendship and love. These characters will break your heart in all the best ways.” —T. Greenwood, author of Two Rivers, Bodies of Water, and The Forever Bridge “Jill G. Hall’s book is a real page-turner! Artists everywhere will especially enjoy reading about the artistic process and the inspiration behind creating new work.” —Jane LaFazio, mixed media artist and feature writer for Cloth, Paper, Scissors and Quilting Arts magazines “Readers looking for a simple story will find charming elements in this blend of mystery and historical fiction.” —Library Journal “Spellbinding. Readers will feel they are watching an Alfred Hitchcock movie as they turn the pages of this vivid, fast-paced novel about how uncovering the past can lead to discovering oneself. You’ll never look at vintage clothes quite the same way again.” —Jennifer Coburn, author of We’ll Always Have Paris
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She Writes Press Playground Zero: A Novel
Book SynopsisIt’s the season of siren songs and loosened bonds―as well as war, campaign slogans, and assassination. At the height of the Vietnam War protests, Washington lawyer Tom Rayson uproots his family for the freewheeling city of Berkeley. While Tom pursues a romance with a sexy colleague in the Marin County woods, Marian joins a peace party that’s running a Black Panther for president and meets the Berkeley revolution. But for young Alice, her parents’ liberating forays become a blind leap in a city marked by beauty and social change―and for a girl, that’s no Summer of Love. Feeling estranged from her family, Alice embraces the moment and falls in with Jim and Valerie Dupres. Jim and Valerie have been learning the ropes on Telegraph Avenue, cadging meals at a nearby communal house and camping out in People’s Park. Soon they’re confronting National Guardsmen. As family and school fade away in a tear-gas fog, Alice feels an ambiguous freedom. Caught up in a rebellion that feels equally compelling, scary, and absurd, Alice could become a casualty—or she could defy the odds and become her own person. One thing is sure: there’s no going back. Trade Review2021 International Book Awards Finalist in Fiction: Literary2021 Readers' Favorite Book Awards Finalist in Fiction: Social Issues “This intense retrospective on people yanked out of the strait-laced Fifties and tossed into a culture of anything goes will appeal to readers wanting to learn more about Berkeley’s days of rage.” —Historical Novels Review “Like the writing of Jodi Picoult, Sarah Relyea has the ability to build a particular drama into a compelling plot, unveiled through multiple points of view. . . . Through music, literature, and actual events, the author creates a clear picture of the 1960s, especially the tumultuous events and the free-love flower power that swept the west coast in particular. This is a powerful, historical drama. Well constructed.” —Readers’ Favorite, five-star review “An eerily compelling déjà vu of the free, wild, and jeopardy-ridden kid scene in late-1960s Berkeley. Uncanny and powerful.” —Charles Degelman, Editor, Harvard Square Editions “Like a trip through the Looking Glass, Sarah Relyea’s engrossing debut novel takes you by the hand back to the sixties, where social rules were being challenged and political upheaval was the norm.” —Patricia Hurtado, Brooklyn writer and journalist with Bloomberg News “A fascinating exploration of a strange and exciting time in US history . . . I was totally immersed in the story as Alice grows and develops in a world in which freedom has many different outcomes.”—NetGalley
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