We have reviewed and recommended so many incredible novels set in the past this year. Here are our top 12 book editor picks ...

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.

If you're in the market for a new historical fiction recommendation, you're in the right place! Woman's World editors sifted through dozens of newly released historical fiction books and hand-picked ...

The editors of The New York Times Book Review bring you the best historical fiction of 2025, other new books we recommend, our latest reviews, World War II novels we love, books set in the 18th ...

Historical fiction is a genre with a sweeping scope and never has that statement felt more true than in 2024. Some of the biggest titles arriving this year feature stories set in periods from Ancient ...

Whether you're spending the summer stretched out on the beach, posted up on a cabin porch or simply soaking up the sunshine from your own backyard, there's nothing quite like a good book to keep you ...

Clark Gable reading the novel "Gone With the Wind" by Margaret Mitchell. One of his greatest roles was that of Rhett Butler in the MGM film adaption of the book. For history enthusiasts, historical ...

Books about the past get most of the prestige. That’s boxing writers in — and some more so than others. Every day is yesterday — pop culturally, at least. Many of this year’s buzzy Oscar movies are ...