Best Lesbian Historical Fiction: Which ones have strong female characters?

The book 'Esperanza Rising' has a strong female lead. Esperanza has to flee her privileged life in Mexico during the Great Depression and start anew in the United States, facing many hardships along the way. 'The Girl Who Drank the Moon' also features a powerful female character. The girl in the story discovers her own magic and fights against the unjust rules in her world which is set in a fictional historical context.

One great historical fiction book from 2021 is 'The Four Winds' by Kristin Hannah. It tells a powerful story about a woman's struggle during the Great Depression in America. The characters are vivid and the historical details are well - researched, making it a very engaging read.

I think 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt was also popular in the historical fiction best sellers of 2014. It takes you on a journey through time, dealing with themes of art, loss, and the search for identity. The story is complex and full of richly drawn characters, and Tartt's writing style is engaging and detailed.

I highly recommend 'The Underground Railroad'. It's not only a great work of historical fiction but also a powerful exploration of race in America. The way Colson Whitehead uses the concept of the railroad is both imaginative and thought - provoking.

'Fingersmith' by Sarah Waters is also highly recommended. It's set in Victorian England and is full of twists and turns. The characters are well - developed and the portrayal of the lesbian relationship is complex and nuanced. It shows how women in that era had to navigate their feelings within a society with strict norms.

In 'The Hunger Games', Katniss Everdeen is a very compelling character. She's strong, resourceful and willing to sacrifice for her family and friends. In 'Divergent', Tris is also a great character. She has to face her own identity and the challenges of a society that wants to put her in a box.

In 'The Legend of Drizzt' series, Drizzt himself is a very interesting character. He's a dark elf who goes against the cruel nature of his race. Another interesting character is Elminster from 'Ed Greenwood Presents Elminster: The Making of a Mage'. His long life and vast magical knowledge make him fascinating.

One great lesbian romance fiction book is 'Fingersmith' by Sarah Waters. It's set in Victorian England and has a complex plot filled with mystery and passion. Another is 'Ask, Tell' by E.J. Noyes, which tells a military love story. And 'Annie on My Mind' by Nancy Garden is also a classic in this genre.

Well, 'The Price of Salt' is a must. It was later made into the movie 'Carol'. It has a very nuanced portrayal of a relationship between two women. Then there's 'Tipping the Velvet' by Sarah Waters as well. It's set in the Victorian underworld and shows the journey of a young woman exploring her sexuality. Also, 'Annie on My Mind' by Nancy Garden is a great read. It's a coming - of - age story about two girls falling in love in a time when same - sex relationships were not widely accepted.

One of the best - selling historical fiction books in 2018 was 'Circe' by Madeline Miller. It tells the story of the witch Circe from Greek mythology in a very engaging way. The characters are vivid and the writing is beautiful.