Prepare to journey through time with our selection of the most anticipated historical fiction books for Spring 2024. From rich characters to immersive settings, these upcoming releases promise to transport readers to different eras, weaving tales of love, resilience, and intrigue against historical backdrops. Don’t miss out on these engaging narratives that breathe life into the past!
The Berlin Letters by Katherine Reay (3/5)
Luisa Voekler, a brilliant codebreaker at the CIA, is stuck decoding messages from World War II while her colleagues tackle thrilling Cold War assignments. Meanwhile, her father, journalist Haris Voekler, finds himself separated from his family in East Berlin after the Berlin Wall goes up, relying on coded letters to communicate with them. When Luisa uncovers her father’s secret letters, she embarks on a risky journey to Berlin to reunite with him, leading to a poignant narrative of family, identity, and the quest for freedom against the backdrop of the fall of the Berlin Wall.
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Becoming Madam Secretary by Stephanie Dray (3/12)
Stephanie Dray’s latest novel delves into the life of American heroine Frances Perkins, who, armed with determination and surrounded by a diverse group of friends in early 20th-century New York City, embarks on a journey to make a difference. Amidst her work in Hell’s Kitchen and her involvement in Greenwich Village’s social scene, Frances forms a historic partnership with Franklin Delano Roosevelt, leading them both to the White House and navigating the challenges of balancing personal and public life during the Great Depression. As Frances rises in a male-dominated political world, she faces harsh scrutiny and personal turmoil, forcing her to confront difficult decisions for the sake of the nation.
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Table for Two by Amor Towles (4/2)
Bestselling author Amor Towles presents Table for Two, a collection of six New York City stories and a Hollywood novella, featuring beloved characters. The tales explore modern relationships and chance encounters, leading to a noirish journey through Los Angeles in “Eve in Hollywood,” told from seven perspectives. With wit and sophistication, Towles delivers another captivating addition to his repertoire.
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1666 by Lora Chilton (4/2)
The novel depicts three Indigenous Patawomeck women’s journey through colonization’s devastation, from massacre to enslavement and eventual escape back to Virginia. Grounded in oral tradition and extensive research, it honors their culture with Indigenous names and Patawomeck words, preserving heritage erased by European colonization. Their resilience ensures the survival of the tribe, shaping its existence to this day.
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The House on Biscayne Bay by Chanel Cleeton (4/2)
In post-World War I South Florida, the wealthy Robert Barnes and his wife, Anna, rise to prominence by constructing the opulent Marbrisa estate. However, beneath the veneer of wealth lies a web of deceit and scandal that threatens to unravel their seemingly perfect life. Years later, Carmen Acosta’s visit to Marbrisa reveals a dark legacy, prompting her to uncover its secrets to protect herself and prevent history from repeating.
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The Sicilian Inheritance by Jo Piazza (4/2)
After the failure of her business and marriage, Sara Marsala is adrift, but her great-aunt Rosie’s death presents an opportunity for escape. A plane ticket to Sicily, a deed to a potentially valuable plot of land, and a family secret lead Sara on a twist-filled adventure to uncover the truth about her great-grandmother Serafina’s alleged murder. As Sara delves into Serafina’s past, she not only unravels a multigenerational mystery but also confronts the same menacing forces that threatened her great-grandmother’s life in this atmospheric and page-turning delight, honoring the heroism of everyday women.
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All We Were Promised by Ashton Lattimore (4/2)
In 1837 Philadelphia, Charlotte, a former enslaved housemaid seeking freedom, finds herself locked away with her white-passing father, hiding from slavecatchers. When she befriends Nell, an abolitionist, and reunites with her friend Evie from White Oaks, they embark on a dangerous journey to rescue Evie. As they navigate a city amidst race riots and attacks on abolitionists, the three women, each in distinct circumstances, risk everything for one another in a quest for freedom in a city struggling to live up to its ideals.
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What Cannot Be Said by C.S. Harris (4/16)
In July 1815, the brutal murders of Lady McInnis and her daughter Emma in Richmond Park lead Bow Street magistrate Sir Henry Lovejoy to seek the help of his friend Sebastian St. Cyr in unraveling the mystery. As Sebastian delves into the investigation, he discovers eerie parallels to the murders of Lovejoy’s own wife and daughter, raising questions about a possible copycat killer or a wrongful conviction. With his wife Hero’s assistance, Sebastian navigates through a web of suspects, including the Regent’s favored illegitimate son, ultimately uncovering a sinister truth far more horrifying than anticipated.
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Daughters of Shandong by Eve J. Chung (5/7)
Eve J. Chung’s debut novel, Daughters of Shandong, chronicles the Ang family’s struggle during China’s Communist revolution, as they flee to Taiwan. Abandoned by their patriarch, Hai and her sisters face persecution, culminating in a perilous escape to Taiwan. Chung’s poignant narrative illuminates the resilience of women, the enduring strength of family ties, and the quest for freedom amidst the tumult of war and societal upheaval.
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Shelterwood by Lisa Wingate (6/4)
In 1909 Oklahoma, eleven-year-old Olive Augusta Radley flees with six-year-old Nessa to the rugged Winding Stair Mountains to escape her stepfather’s sinister intentions towards their Choctaw wards. Joined by others like them, they navigate a perilous journey through outlaw territory, evading exploitation. In 1990, Law Enforcement Ranger Valerie Boren O’dell uncovers buried secrets while investigating a missing teenager, grappling with the land’s tragic history and battling for justice alongside the neighboring Choctaw Tribal Police in Lisa Wingate’s poignant novel of abandonment and redemption.
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Thank you for all these marvelous books.