Can you recommend some british historical fiction books?

Yes. 'Jane Eyre' by Charlotte Bronte is a well - known historical British fiction. It tells the story of a young woman's life in the 19th - century England. 'The Return of the Native' by Thomas Hardy is also a good one, presenting the rural Dorset life in the 19th century. Additionally, 'Middlemarch' by George Eliot is a masterpiece that reflects the provincial life in England during a certain historical time.

Sure. 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel is excellent. It offers a vivid portrayal of Thomas Cromwell's life during the Tudor period. Another great one is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen, which gives insights into the social and family life in early 19th - century England.

One excellent piece of British Columbia historical fiction is 'The Jade Peony' by Wayson Choy. It gives a vivid picture of Chinese - Canadian experiences in the historical context of British Columbia. Also, 'Alias Grace' by Margaret Atwood, while not solely focused on British Columbia, has elements that are relevant and provides a deep look into the historical period's social fabric which is related to what was going on in British Columbia as well.

Definitely. 'Rebecca' by Daphne du Maurier can be considered in this category. It's set in a large English estate and has elements of mystery as the new wife tries to uncover the secrets of her predecessor, Rebecca. Also, 'The Moonstone' by Wilkie Collins is an early example of the detective novel in the British historical context. It tells the story of a precious diamond and the strange events that surround it.

One great example is 'Sharpe' series by Bernard Cornwell. It follows the adventures of Richard Sharpe in the British army during the Napoleonic Wars. The books are full of action, battles, and the complex life in the military at that time.

'The Eagle in the Sand' by Simon Scarrow is also a good choice. It is part of the Cato and Macro series. These books take readers into the Roman military in Britain, showing the harshness of military life and the battles against local tribes.

One great example is 'The Far Pavilions' by M.M. Kaye. It vividly depicts the life during the British Raj, with a love story intertwined with the complex political and cultural landscape of that era.

One great work is 'The Pillars of the Earth' by Ken Follett. It vividly depicts the building of a cathedral in the 12th - century England, with complex characters and a rich tapestry of medieval life.

The 'Bring Up the Bodies' which is also by Hilary Mantel can be considered. It continues the story from 'Wolf Hall' and offers more insights into the power struggles and personal dramas in Tudor England. These books show characters who might be seen as 'innocent traitors' in the complex web of historical events.

Sure. 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel is a great one. It offers a vivid portrayal of the court of Henry VIII. Another is 'Pride and Prejudice' by Jane Austen, which gives insights into the social life and values in the 19th - century England. And 'Wuthering Heights' by Emily Bronte, with its complex characters and dark, brooding atmosphere set against the Yorkshire moors.