Can you recommend some popular historical fiction books?

One popular historical fiction book is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett. It's set in 12th - century England and vividly depicts the building of a cathedral. Another is 'Gone with the Wind' by Margaret Mitchell, which takes place during the American Civil War and shows the life of Scarlett O'Hara. Also, 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel is well - liked. It delves into the life of Thomas Cromwell in the court of Henry VIII.

A less known but still good one is 'The Great American Baseball Card Flipping, Trading, and Bubble Gum Book' by Brendan C. Boyd and Fred C. Harris. It combines the love for baseball cards, which is a big part of baseball history, with fictional stories and reminiscences about the game in different eras.

There are quite a few. 'Flowers from the Storm' by Laura Kinsale is a remarkable Harlequin historical fiction book. It tells a complex and moving love story set against a historical backdrop. 'Lord of Scoundrels' by Loretta Chase is also popular. It has a great mix of historical detail, a vividly drawn hero, and a captivating love story that is typical of the genre.

Another great book is 'Centennial' by James Michener. It covers a long span of history in the frontier region, exploring the development of a fictional town from its very beginning. Michener is known for his in - depth research, and this book is no exception.

A more modern example is 'Shanghai Girls' by Lisa See. It follows two sisters in 1930s and 1940s Shanghai. It shows the historical events like the Japanese invasion and the social changes in China at that time. The story is a blend of family drama, cultural traditions, and historical backdrop, which gives a great insight into that period of Chinese history.

There's 'The Blackhouse' by Peter May. It's set in the Outer Hebrides and delves into the local culture and history. And 'The Sealwoman's Gift' by Sally Magnusson, which is based on a true event in Icelandic highland history, is also a great read in the genre of highland historical fiction.

One popular one is 'The Giver' by Lois Lowry. It's set in a dystopian future which has elements of historical reflection on how society could develop. Another is 'Johnny Tremain' which is set during the American Revolution and gives a great view of that historical period. And 'Number the Stars' by Lois Lowry as well, which is about the Holocaust and shows the courage during that dark historical time.

One popular YA historical fiction book is 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak. It's set during World War II and tells the story from the perspective of Death. Another is 'Code Name Verity' which is about female spies during the war. 'Out of the Easy' by Ruta Sepetys is also great, set in 1950s New Orleans.

Sure. 'All the Light We Cannot See' by Anthony Doerr is a great choice. It's set during World War II and follows the parallel lives of a blind French girl and a German boy. The story is beautifully written and shows the impact of war on individuals.

Sure. 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett is a great one. It vividly depicts the building of a cathedral in 12th - century England, with a rich tapestry of characters from different social strata.