Back in June of 2020, I had the opportunity to review Natalie Jenner’s novel The Jane Austen Society–and I absolutely loved it! It was such a treat to be offered the opportunity to review her follow-up book, Bloomsbury Girls ahead …
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Book Review: The Last Bookshop in London by Madeline Martin
by Beckyby BeckyThe Summary August 1939: London prepares for war as Hitler’s forces sweep across Europe. Grace Bennett has always dreamed of moving to the city, but the bunkers and drawn curtains that she finds on her arrival are not what she …
Hey historical fiction lovers! LQ is back with another epic list of the best historical fiction for 2022 (check out our 2021 list and 2023 list too). This list will be updated as the year goes on, so make sure …
Man, I’ve wanted to read Isabel Allende in forever! I finally made time to read her upcoming release, Violeta. Thanks NetGalley and Ballantine Books for letting me read this one in advance. Want to see more 2022 historical fiction? Check …
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Review: Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr
by Joliby JoliOh hello, my most anticipated novel of the year 😍. Did Cloud Cuckoo Land by Anthony Doerr live up to my expectations? Read on to find out! Synopsis Thirteen-year-old Anna, an orphan, lives inside the formidable walls of Constantinople in …
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Review: Dear Mrs. Bird and Yours Cheerfully by A.J. Pearce
by Joliby JoliToday, I’m reviewing both Dear Mrs. Bird and Yours Cheerfully from A.J. Pearce’s Emmy Lake Chronicles. Stick around to find out which one I liked more than the other! Dear Mrs. Bird Summary London 1940, bombs are falling. Emmy Lake …
The roaring ’20s are a rich time period to draw from for some really awesome literature. We put together this long list of some of the best books set in the 1920s, so be prepared to add too many books …
What a book! I have some mixed feelings about Find Me in Havana. It gave me Bel Canto vibes at times! Will do my best to keep this review spoiler free. The Summary Cuba, 1936: When Estelita Rodriguez sings in …
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(Updated) 40+ New 2021 Historical Fiction Books to Add to Your TBR List Right Now
by Joliby JoliHistorical fiction fans, get excited. 2021 was a year of awesome new releases to feed your historical fiction craving! From accomplished authors like Colson Whitehead, Kristin Hannah, and Kate Quinn to promising debut authors, this year was a doozy for …
Story: Katherine has always been the sister to obey the rules while her younger sister Eleanor has lived to disobey. After Ellie runs away from home and into the arms of the Nazi party in occupied France in the midst …