Can you recommend some London historical fiction with strong female characters?

Sure. 'The Nightingale' is a great example. The two sisters in the story are very strong. One becomes a resistance fighter in Nazi - occupied France, facing great danger. Another is 'Code Name Verity' where the female spy shows remarkable courage and intelligence in the face of the enemy. And in 'The Book Thief', Liesel, the main character, is also a strong girl who endures the hardships of living in Germany during WW2.

The 'Peter Ackroyd' series of novels also focuses on London's history in a fictional way. For example, 'Hawksmoor' combines elements of historical architecture and mystery. It delves into the darker corners of London's past, exploring the relationship between the city's buildings and the secrets they hold.

Yes. 'The Hazel Wood' has a strong female lead. The protagonist, Alice, has to face a world full of strange and dangerous fairy - tale like situations. She is resourceful and uses her wits to survive. This is set in a world with a sort of historical - fairy - tale blend. And in 'The Inexplicable Logic of My Life', the female characters, including the mother figure, are strong. They contribute to the understanding of family history and the cultural heritage of the Mexican - American community, which is an important part of the historical aspect of the story.

Yes. 'I Am Malala' is all about Malala Yousafzai, a very strong female. She fought for girls' education in Pakistan in the face of great danger. 'The Girl with the Pearl Earring' by Tracy Chevalier has Griet, a maid who has her own strength and personality in a 17th - century Dutch household. 'Out of the Dust' has Billie Jo, a girl who endures the Dust Bowl era and tries to keep her family and herself together through difficult times.

Sure. 'Outlander' by Diana Gabaldon has a very strong female lead, Claire. She is a time - traveler and has to adapt and be strong in different historical periods. Then there's 'Wolf Hall' by Hilary Mantel. Although it's more centered around Thomas Cromwell, the female characters are also strong and play important roles in the historical context. And 'Gone with the Wind' is a classic historical fiction with Scarlett O'Hara as a strong - minded female lead who endures through the Civil War and its aftermath.

There's 'Vanity Fair' which has parts set in London, showing the social life and the vanity of the upper classes in the city. 'Peter Ackroyd's 'London: The Biography' is a fictionalized account of the city's long history. It weaves together real historical events and fictional elements to create a rich tapestry of London through the ages. Also, 'The Scarlet Pimpernel' has some of its action taking place in London during the French Revolution era, highlighting the political tensions and the city's role in the broader European context.

London in historical fiction can be a place full of contrasts. It's a city where the grandeur of palaces coexists with the squalor of slums. Writers use London as a backdrop to explore different social strata. Some works might focus on the political intrigues in the court, which were often centered around London. Others may show the daily struggles of commoners in the city's bustling markets and alleys.

Well, 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry' has Cassie. She is a young African - American girl who is very aware of the racial injustice around her. She is not afraid to speak out and fight against the unfair treatment her family and community face, which makes her a very strong character in the context of historical fiction for 8th graders.

Sure. 'A Tale of Two Cities' by Charles Dickens is a great one. It vividly depicts the social unrest in London and Paris during the French Revolution. Another is 'Oliver Twist', also by Dickens, which gives a detailed look at the poverty - stricken London of the time. And 'Vanity Fair' by William Makepeace Thackeray has elements of London society in the 19th century.

Many independent novels feature strong female boxers. For instance, in a particular book, the female boxer is a single mother who takes up boxing to support her family. She faces numerous challenges both in her personal life and in the boxing arena. However, she never gives up and becomes an inspiration for others, especially for other women in her community.