Best teen historical fiction: Which ones have strong female characters?

In 'Fingersmith', Sue and Maud are very strong female characters. They have to navigate a complex world full of deception and power struggles. Their relationship develops in the midst of all this chaos, and they both show great resilience.

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.

Another good choice is 'Code Name Verity' by Elizabeth Wein. It's about female spies during World War II. The friendship between the two main characters is beautifully portrayed and it's full of suspense.

The best teen historical fiction books are numerous. 'The Diary of a Young Girl' by Anne Frank is a very important one. It gives a firsthand account of a Jewish girl hiding from the Nazis during World War II. 'The War That Saved My Life' by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley is set during World War II as well. It's about a young girl with a clubfoot who is evacuated from London and finds a new life in the countryside. Also, 'Esperanza Rising' by Pam Muñoz Ryan is set during the Great Depression and tells the story of a Mexican - American girl and her family's journey to find a better life.

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 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.

Well, 'The Four Winds' by Kristin Hannah has been really popular. It tells the story of a woman during the Great Depression in America. It's a story of struggle and survival, and it's set against a well - researched historical backdrop.