What were the best selling historical fiction books in 2020?

'A Little Life' by Hanya Yanagihara, although not strictly a traditional historical fiction set in a far - off time, was also quite popular in 2015. It spans several decades and deals with the lives of four friends in New York City. It has elements of historical context that add depth to the characters' experiences and was very well - received.

One of the best - selling historical fiction books in 2017 was 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead. It tells a story about slavery and the journey of a young woman escaping through a fantastical version of the Underground Railroad.

Another great 2019 best - selling historical fiction book was 'The Testaments' by Margaret Atwood. It's a follow - up to 'The Handmaid's Tale' and continues to explore the dystopian world she created, this time with a focus on the next generation's fight for change. It delves deep into the power structures and the human will to resist within a historical context that seems all too possible.

Some of the best - selling historical fiction books in 2014 might include 'All the Light We Cannot See' by Anthony Doerr. It's a beautifully written story set during World War II that follows the lives of a blind French girl and a German boy. Another could be 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt which also has historical elements woven into its complex narrative.

Some of the best - selling historical fiction books include 'Gone with the Wind'. It vividly depicts the American South during the Civil War. The characters are complex and the story is full of drama, which makes it a classic.

One of the best - selling historical fiction books is 'Gone with the Wind'. It vividly depicts the American South during the Civil War and Reconstruction era. The characters like Scarlett O'Hara are iconic.

Often, best - selling historical fiction books have well - developed characters. For example, in 'The Nightingale' by Kristin Hannah, the characters of the two sisters are so vivid that readers can easily empathize with them. Another characteristic is accurate historical detail. 'The Other Boleyn Girl' by Philippa Gregory is filled with details about the Tudor court.

Another great one is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett. It takes readers back to 12th - century England, showing the building of a cathedral. The story is full of drama, love, and power struggles among different classes, which appeals to a wide range of readers.

One of the highly popular ones is 'Gone with the Wind' which is a classic historical fiction. Its used copies are always in demand. Another is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett. It's a sweeping historical epic that many people love to own in used form.

Well, one characteristic is a vivid setting. For example, in 'The Pillars of the Earth', Ken Follett makes 12th - century England come alive. Another is engaging characters like Scarlett O'Hara in 'Gone with the Wind'. Also, they often deal with significant historical events. 'A Tale of Two Cities' is all about the French Revolution. These elements draw readers in and make the books best sellers.