Can you recommend some small historical fiction books?

Sure. 'The Other Boleyn Girl' is a great one. It offers a fictionalized look at the life of Mary Boleyn in the Tudor court.

Well, 'Wolf Hall' is also likely to be on such a list. It delves deep into the life of Thomas Cromwell in the court of Henry VIII. The book is known for its detailed portrayal of the historical setting, the complex characters, and the political maneuverings of the time. It really makes you feel like you are in that era, experiencing the events as they unfold.

One of the books from that list could be 'The Goldfinch' by Donna Tartt. It's a great historical fiction with a rich narrative set in different time periods.

One of the great historical fiction books from 2016 could be 'The Underground Railroad' by Colson Whitehead. It's a powerful novel that reimagines the Underground Railroad as an actual railroad underground. It gives a vivid and often harrowing look at the experience of slaves trying to escape to freedom.

One great book from that list could be 'A Game of Thrones' by George R.R. Martin. It's set in a fictional medieval - like world full of political intrigue, complex characters, and epic battles.

One of the great historical fiction books from 2017 could be 'The Essex Serpent'. It is set in Victorian England and follows the story of a widow who moves to a small village. There, rumors of a mythical serpent start to spread. The book beautifully captures the era's atmosphere, from the social norms to the scientific thinking of the time.

Another great one might be 'March' by Geraldine Brooks. It gives a unique perspective on the events of 'Little Women' from the father's point of view during the Civil War. It's a very engaging read that delves deep into the historical context of that time.

One book from that list could be 'The Confessions of Catherine de Medici' which offers a fictionalized look into the life of Catherine de Medici. It delves into the politics, power struggles, and personal relationships of the time.

One of the great historical fiction books from that list could be 'The Other Boleyn Girl'. It vividly portrays the Tudor court and the relationship between Mary and Anne Boleyn.

Sure. 'The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancock' is a great historical fiction from 2018. It's set in 18th - century London and involves a mermaid which is more of a symbol for the strange and the new that was emerging at that time. It has a very unique plot and vivid descriptions of the era.