Can you recommend some books from 'new york times best historical fiction'?

One that might be on the list is 'The Essex Serpent'. It's a historical novel that combines elements of mystery and historical detail. It's set in Victorian England and has a great sense of place and character.

Another good book from 'New York Times Best New Fiction' is 'Hamnet' by Maggie O'Farrell. It's a fictional account of Shakespeare's family, particularly focusing on the death of his son, Hamnet. The writing is beautiful and it really brings the era to life.

One that stands out is 'Matrix' by Lauren Groff. It's set in a medieval abbey and follows the life of a strong - willed nun. Groff's vivid descriptions and in - depth exploration of the protagonist's character make it a great addition to the list.

Sure. 'We Are Not Ourselves' by Matthew Thomas. It's a family saga that spans generations, exploring themes like identity, family, and the American dream.

One more from the list is 'Here I Am' by Jonathan Safran Foer. This book explores family dynamics and modern - day Jewish identity in a profound way. The characters are well - developed and the writing is both poignant and thought - provoking. It's a great example of the high - quality fiction that made it onto the 'New York Times Best Books 2016 Fiction' list.

One more to mention is 'We Are Water' by Wally Lamb. This novel explores family dynamics and secrets. It's about a family dealing with the mother's decision to leave her husband for another woman. Lamb is known for his in - depth exploration of complex family relationships and this book is no exception.

Since I don't have the list in front of me, I can't recommend any particular books from the 'New York Times Best Books of 2018 Fiction'. But you can easily find the list on the New York Times website or at your local library.

I'm not sure specifically which books were on that list without looking it up. There could be a wide variety of great historical fiction works, perhaps including some well - known ones like 'The Underground Railroad' which was highly regarded around that time for its take on a dark part of American history.

Sure. 'The Book Thief' by Markus Zusak is a great start. It's set during World War II and is narrated by Death, which gives it a unique perspective. The story of a young girl stealing books in Nazi Germany is both heart - warming and heart - breaking.

Sure. 'The Great Alone' is a great choice. It's about a family who moves to Alaska. The harsh environment of Alaska serves as a backdrop for family drama, survival, and self - discovery. The descriptions of the Alaskan wilderness are vivid and really draw you into the story.