Best Seller Books in Historical Fiction: What Are Some of the Most Popular Ones?

One of the best - selling historical fiction books in 2019 was 'The Giver of Stars' by Jojo Moyes. It tells a story about a group of women in the 1930s Kentucky who are part of a traveling library. The characters are vivid and the historical setting is well - portrayed, which made it very popular among readers.

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.

Kate Quinn's 'The Rose Code' also had a large following. People were drawn to the secrets and the intelligence work at Bletchley Park. It had a great mix of historical facts and fictional drama, which made it stand out. The characters were well - developed and the plot was full of twists.

Another popular one could be 'Gone with the Wind'. Margaret Mitchell's epic novel about the American South during the Civil War and Reconstruction era. It has memorable characters like Scarlett O'Hara and Rhett Butler, and it shows the impact of the war on the lives of people in the South.

'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel is also a best - seller. It focuses on the life of Thomas Cromwell in the court of Henry VIII. Mantel's writing is rich in historical detail, bringing the Tudor period to life in a unique and engaging way.

Some great science fiction best sellers include 'Ender's Game' by Orson Scott Card. It tells the story of a young boy, Ender, who is trained in a military - like space academy to fight an alien race. The book delves deep into themes of morality, leadership, and the cost of war. 'Brave New World' by Aldous Huxley is another. It presents a future society where people are genetically engineered and conditioned from birth to fit into a pre - determined social hierarchy, exploring themes of individuality and freedom.

One of the most popular best - selling fiction books is 'To Kill a Mockingbird'. It has been highly praised for its exploration of racial injustice in the American South. The characters, especially Atticus Finch, are well - developed and the story is both engaging and thought - provoking. Another is 'The Great Gatsby'. Its vivid portrayal of the Jazz Age, with themes of love, wealth, and the American Dream, has made it a classic. 'Harry Potter' series also stands out. It has captured the imagination of readers all over the world with its magical world - building, complex characters, and themes of friendship, courage, and good versus evil.

One of the best - selling historical fiction books in 2021 was 'The Four Winds' by Kristin Hannah. It tells a story about a woman's struggle during the Great Depression in the United States.

One of the best - selling historical fiction books in 2020 was 'The Nightingale' by Kristin Hannah. It tells a story of two sisters in France during World War II, showing their different ways of resistance against the Nazis.

A top - selling Christian fiction book is 'This Present Darkness' by Frank E. Peretti. It gives readers a fictional look at the spiritual battle that is constantly going on around us. It shows angels and demons at war over a small town, and how the prayers of the believers can make a difference. 'The Mark of the Lion' series by Francine Rivers is also highly regarded. It is set in ancient Rome and follows the story of a young Christian woman, exploring themes of faith, persecution, and love.