Historical Fiction 2009
Explore the best historical fiction books of 2009! Dive into captivating tales set in the past with our curated list of top-rated novels from acclaimed authors.
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Mistress Shakespeare
by Karen S. Harper
Her engagement to William Shakespeare broken by his forced marriage to a pregnant Anne Hathaway of Shottery, Anne Whateley pursues a clandestine and dangerous affair …
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Bleeding Heart Square
by Andrew Taylor
"Finely drawn period atmosphere, compellingly complex characters, breath-stopping suspense, then twists that will leave you reeling. Taylor is a riveting storyteller, and Bleeding Heart Square …
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Signora Da Vinci
by Robin Maxwell
An enchanting novel on the life and origins of Leonardo da Vinci’s mother, as imagined by the author of the “absolutely superb” (Diane Haeger, author …
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Emily's Ghost: A Novel of the Bronte Sisters
by Denise Giardina
Giardina pens a lustrous, beautifully written reimagining of the Bront family and, in particular, Emily Bront's passionate engagement with life.
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The Secret Diaries of Charlotte Bronte LP
by Syrie James
"I have written about the joys of love. I have, in my secret heart, long dreamt of an intimate connection with a man; every Jane, …
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The Miracles of Prato
by Laurie Albanese
A gorgeously imagined tale of a brilliant and tortured artist and a young nun, "The Miracles of Prato" is a breathtaking story of undying devotion, …
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Delilah
by India Edghill
Given to the temple of Atargatis as a child, Delilah is raised to be a priestess to the Five Cities that rule Canaan. With her …