615 Results with the "Historical Fiction" genre
Adventure Fiction (1164)
Biography (435)
Business & Finance (1)
Children's Literature (124)
Comics (6)
Culture (51)
Drama (123)
Dystopian (29)
Fable (86)
Fantasy (1132)
Fantasy (203)
Fiction (1010)
Finance (1)
Gothic Fiction (12)
History (122)
Horror (56)
Lifestyle (36)
Literary (404)
Literary Fiction (207)
Memoir (113)
Mystery (422)
Non-fiction (87)
Novel (549)
Paranormal Fiction (96)
Philosophical (182)
Philosophy (45)
Poetry (249)
Political Fiction (14)
Politics (42)
Practical (32)
Psychological (4)
Psychological Thriller (108)
Relationship (6)
Romance Novel (716)
Romantic Melodrama (14)
Satire (91)
Science (46)
Science Fiction (345)
Self-help (68)
Society (65)
Society (2)
Spiritual Growth (1)
story (2)
Thriller (704)
True Crime (56)
view (11)
Women's Fiction (2)
Young Adult (233)
-
Chapter
Trip Wire
Marie-Laure cautiously emerges from the cellar into the smoke-filled kitchen, relieved to find no immediate danger. The aftermath of destruction is evident as she steps over fallen shelves and enters Madame Manec’s apartment, carrying two heavy cans in her great-uncle’s coat. Overcome by the sting of smoke and urgency, she uses the bedpan, then contemplates her next move. Torn between waiting for her uncle or venturing outside for help, she questions whether anyone would truly assist her in the…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Making the Radio
In the chapter "Making the Radio," Werner meticulously assembles a makeshift radio amidst the ruins of a war-torn city. Using salvaged materials like wire, a pipe, and a diode, he constructs a tuning coil and antenna, working under the dim light of a fading flashlight. The oppressive atmosphere is underscored by distant mortar explosions and the groaning of the damaged hotel above them. Despite the precarious surroundings, Werner remains focused, methodically completing the circuit with the help of…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
May
The chapter "May" depicts the tense yet vibrant atmosphere of Saint-Malo in late May 1944, as Marie-Laure navigates the city's sensory richness. The air is thick with the scents of myrtle, magnolia, and wisteria, creating a paradoxical backdrop to the impending cataclysm of war. Marie-Laure's routine visit to Madame Ruelle's bakery becomes a moment of unexpected intimacy when the baker, unusually emotional, gifts her an oversized loaf and a cabbage while delivering a cryptic message: "The mermaids have…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Cease-fire
The chapter "Cease-fire" opens with Werner and Marie-Laure in a cellar, surrounded by an eerie silence after the guns have stopped firing. Werner, dressed in a mix of his uniform and civilian clothes, prepares to guide Marie-Laure through the war-torn streets of Saint-Malo. He gives her a white pillowcase to use as a surrender flag, hoping it will protect her if they encounter soldiers. Their tension is palpable as they hesitate at the door, uncertain of what lies outside in the devastated city, where…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Something Rising
The chapter introduces Werner, a solitary boy who spends his time tinkering with a radio receiver while other children play. His natural aptitude for electronics allows him to master the device quickly, dismantling and rebuilding it with ease. Werner scavenges for parts, repurposing discarded items to improve his radio, eventually redesigning it with additional components. His passion for technology stands in stark contrast to the ordinary childhood activities around him, hinting at his unique gifts and…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Vienna
The chapter introduces Sergeant Major Reinhold von Rumpel, a 41-year-old gemologist with a keen eye for diamonds and a meticulous nature. His personal life includes a compliant wife who collects porcelain kittens and two daughters, one of whom writes earnest letters filled with patriotic fervor. Von Rumpel’s expertise in gemology, honed through studies in crystallography and apprenticeships, has allowed him to handle rare stones, including a 92-carat raw diamond in London. His pre-war life as a…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Old Ladies’ Resistance Club
The chapter "Old Ladies’ Resistance Club" depicts a group of elderly women in Nazi-occupied France who engage in subtle but daring acts of rebellion. Led by Madame Manec, the women use their wit and resourcefulness to disrupt German operations. Madame Ruelle and Madame Guiboux mischievously rearrange road signs, while Madame Carré exploits a German officer’s allergy by sneaking goldenrod into floral arrangements. Their small acts of defiance, like misdirecting shipments or burning official letters,…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Hunting
The chapter "Hunting" follows Werner, a German soldier, as he tracks illegal radio transmissions across occupied territories during the winter of 1943. Using triangulation, he narrows down the sources of these broadcasts, often finding them in unlikely places like barns or basements. Werner records the partisans' conversations, noting their hubris in assuming safety. His success earns praise from his captain, who promises rewards, but the mission remains fraught with tension. The Opel truck they travel in…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Little House
The chapter "Little House" depicts Marie-Laure's confined existence under her uncle Etienne's protection during wartime. Haunted by nightmares of a menacing German officer, she feels relief at being barred from going outside, though their food supplies dwindle to nearly nothing. Etienne braves the outside world to fetch bread, returning each time visibly shaken. Marie-Laure grapples with persistent interrogations about her father's mysterious activities, recalling how authorities questioned her about his…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
-
Chapter
Paper Airplane
The chapter "Paper Airplane" follows Jutta and her son Max as they navigate an evening in Paris, blending moments of exhaustion with fleeting glimpses of wonder. After visiting a museum filled with natural history exhibits, Jutta feels drained, leaning against a tree while Max questions her fatigue. The city around them feels quiet, with few cars and the glow of televisions illuminating windows, creating a sense of isolation. Jutta reflects on how the absence of bustling crowds allows people to forget the…-
392.9 K • Ongoing
-
- Previous 1 … 16 17 18 19 Next
