Popular Greek historical fiction books? Well, 'The Gates of Fire' by Steven Pressfield is quite well - known. It gives an in - depth look at the Spartans at Thermopylae. 'The Firebrand' by Marion Zimmer Bradley is also popular among those interested in the Trojan War, as it tells the story from Kassandra's point of view. Another popular one is 'Troy' by Stephen Fry which brings the famous war to life.
Among the popular Greek historical fiction books, 'I, Claudius' by Robert Graves is a classic. Despite being more Roman - centric, it has Greek elements. 'The Persian Boy' by Mary Renault, which tells about Alexander the Great, is very popular. And 'The Last of the Wine' by Mary Renault, showing Athens during the Peloponnesian War, has a large following too.
The 'Circe' by Madeline Miller is very popular. It reimagines the story of the witch Circe in Greek mythology. 'The Song of Achilles' is also a hit. It explores the relationship between Achilles and Patroclus in a fresh way. And 'The King Must Die' by Mary Renault has been popular for a long time, presenting the story of Theseus.
'Percy Jackson and the Olympians' series by Rick Riordan is also very popular. Although it's more of a modern take aimed at a younger audience, it weaves Greek mythology into a contemporary setting. The main character, Percy Jackson, discovers he is a demigod and has to navigate the world of Greek gods and monsters. It has been widely loved for its fun and action - packed storytelling.
One popular Greek historical fiction book is 'The Song of Achilles' by Madeline Miller. It retells the story of Achilles and Patroclus in a very engaging way. Another is 'The King Must Die' by Mary Renault which delves into the life of Theseus. And 'Tides of War' by Steven Pressfield is also great, as it gives a vivid portrayal of the Peloponnesian War.
Well, 'The Song of Achilles' is super popular. It has a beautiful love story set against the backdrop of Greek mythology. 'Circe' too, as it gives a new look at a well - known figure. And 'Gates of Fire' is popular among those who love stories about battles in Greek history.
There is 'The Gates of Fire' by Steven Pressfield. This book focuses on the Battle of Thermopylae in the context of Greek history. It presents a detailed and exciting account of the Spartan warriors and their fight against the Persians. And 'The Silver Pigs' by Lindsey Davis is a detective story set in ancient Rome, with elements of Roman society and history interwoven into the plot.
Well, 'The Thirteenth Tale' had a lot of fans too. It's a gothic - style historical fiction that weaves a complex web of mystery and family secrets. The atmospheric writing and the way it unfolds the story over different time periods really attracted readers.
Well, 'Homegoing' was also very popular. Its multi - generational and multi - cultural story was very engaging. It was able to connect different historical periods and places in a very seamless way, which made it stand out among the other historical fiction books of 2016.
Also, 'Pachinko' was popular. Its multi - generational story of a Korean family was appealing to a wide range of readers. It not only told a great family story but also educated readers about the historical context of Korea under Japanese rule and the experiences of Korean immigrants.
In '100 historical fiction books', 'The Book Thief' is highly popular. Set during World War II, it tells the story of a girl who steals books. It has a unique narrative style. Also, 'The Help' is very well - liked. It shows the racial situation in the American South in the 1960s.
Some of the most popular historical fiction books include 'Gone with the Wind' which vividly depicts the American South during the Civil War. Another is 'The Pillars of the Earth' that takes readers back to 12th - century England, showing the building of a cathedral. 'Wolf Hall' is also very popular, focusing on the life of Thomas Cromwell in Tudor England.
Don DeLillo's 'Falling Man' is also very popular. It has been praised for its in - depth exploration of the trauma and the sense of dislocation that people felt after the attacks. The way it weaves different stories together gives a comprehensive view of the post - 9/11 world.