'Anne of Green Gables' by L.M. Montgomery is a beloved classic that could be considered historical fiction. Set in Prince Edward Island in the late 19th century, it has charmed generations with its story of an orphan girl and life in a rural Canadian community. It has sold millions of copies worldwide.
Well, 'The Book of Negroes' by Lawrence Hill was very popular. It tells the story of an African woman's journey through slavery and freedom in the context of North American history, including Canada. It was widely read both in Canada and internationally.
Sure. 'Gone with the Wind' is a great one. It's set in the South during the Civil War and has a very strong - willed female lead, Scarlett O'Hara. Another is 'The Da Vinci Code'. It weaves a story full of mystery and historical references, centered around the works of Leonardo da Vinci. 'The Other Boleyn Girl' is also popular. It focuses on the life of Anne Boleyn and her sister Mary in the court of Henry VIII.
Sure, 'The Alice Network' is one. It's about female spies in WWI.
There was also 'A Gentleman in Moscow'. It shows the life of a man confined to a hotel for years. The book is full of interesting details about Russian history and culture, and it has a very charming main character that attracted a large number of readers.
The novel 'The Hate U Give' by Angie Thomas was also very popular in 2017. It deals with important social issues like racism and police brutality, which made it resonate with a lot of readers.
Sure. 'Lessons in Chemistry' was one. It was very popular for its unique story about a female chemist. Also, 'Demon Copperhead' was among them. It's a great reimagining of a classic story.
Sure, 'The Girl on the Train' was a big hit in 2016. It had a gripping plot that kept readers on the edge of their seats.
A modern - day best - seller in Japanese historical fiction could be '13 - Storey Treehouse' series. It takes elements from Japanese history and weaves them into an exciting adventure story for kids and adults alike.
From 'Circe', the main character Circe herself. She was a complex character, starting as a somewhat powerless goddess but gradually growing in strength and wisdom through her experiences in the mythological world.
Yes. 'The Book Thief' was one of the best selling teen novels in 2006. It tells a beautiful and sad story during the war. 'Eragon' was also very popular. It's a great fantasy story for teens who like adventures with dragons and magic. And of course, 'Twilight' which started a huge franchise. It's all about the relationship between Bella and Edward, a human and a vampire, which attracted a lot of teen readers.
Another one is 'Me Before You'. This novel was also popular in 2017. It tells the story of a young woman who becomes a caretaker for a quadriplegic man. Their relationship evolves in unexpected ways, with themes of love, sacrifice, and the value of life.