Historical Novels

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The Librarian Of Auschwitz

Antonio Iturbe

Historical Drama Novel

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Our review: A poignant novel based on a true story and offering insight and a different perspective into the ‘family camp’ at Auschwitz.

Antonio Iturbe is a talented writer and his succinct and fresh writing style remains pacey until the end.

Heart-breaking but heart-warming.

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Lion

Conn Iguulden

Historical Novel

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Our review: From ultra-talented Conn Iguulden comes the first in his latest two book series. A historical epic set in ancient Greece and focusing on the Greco-Persian wars with attention to true events, and characters that cross the centuries divide.  

Conn gets better and better.

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The Mad Women’s Ball

Victoria Mas

Historical, Drama, Paranormal Novel

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Our review: Scenes, moods and thoughts are encased in succinct and sophisticated narrative. The Mad Women’s Ball is a unique story set in historical Paris and partly based on shocking events related to mental health. With a sprinkling of paranormal which feeds the moody atmosphere this is a novel you won’t regret reading. Also now a movie.

Thought-provoking whilst still lightly entertaining.

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The Square Of Sevens

Laura Shepherd-Robinson

Historical Novel

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Our review: 18th century gothic-esque mystery with a nice dose of the paranormal (fortune telling). Intriguing plot and main character. The writing style is middle of the road; The Sunday Times, I feel, have been a tad generous, however if you are looking for something historical with a British setting that diversifies from Mr Darcy then this won’t disappoint.

Sunday Times Best Historical Fiction 2023

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