Whether you’re looking to escape our chaotic present or dive into its roots in the past, this year’s historical novels will amply satisfy. Here are my choices for the 10 best, in alphabetical order.

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"Historical fiction is having a moment", said Cosmopolitan. From novels inspired by Shakespeare to clever reimaginings of Greek myths, there are scores of fascinating books to choose from. "And rest ...

From freshly fallen snow to steaming cups of hot chocolate, roaring fires and decadent holiday sweet treats, we can't think of a cozier time of year than winter. And what better way to spend the ...

A good historical novel has the power to transport us back to a different time and make it seem as real and immediate as our present moment. When it’s done well, a period piece shouldn’t feel like a ...

Who needs a time machine when you can pick up an incredible work of historical fiction? Historical fiction, at its core, is a literary genre in which the plot takes place in a setting located in the ...

Best-selling "Outlander" author Diana Gabaldon has donated her literary archive to Texas A&M University's Cushing Memorial Library.